# Skinny Drink Holders The Slim Cup by Sharona Merlin Keeps Things Thin By Vittoria Natarelli | Published 2010-08-20 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slim-cup-by-sharona-merlin References: [dezeen](http://www.dezeen.com/2010/08/11/slim-cup-by-sharona-merlin/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed:) & [shenkar.ac.il](http://www.shenkar.ac.il/home/) The Slim Cup by Sharona Merlin is a ceramic molded [cup and saucer](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/corcelain). The set is a part of wider collection of slim tableware designs that are currently in the making. Merlin is a student from Israel studying at [Shenkar College of Engineering and Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/terra-seeds) and wanted to maintain the shape of the cup from one side so that [it appears 2D](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flat-water-bottles). The Slim Cup by Sharona Merlin is one example of incredible and creative design. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.7/10 - Popularity: 74% | Activity: 58% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Slim Tableware Designs:** The trend towards slim tableware designs presents opportunities for the development of more unique and space-saving ceramics. - **2d-inspired Design:** The rise of 2D-inspired designs in tableware could lead to innovative new concepts for dishware and flatware. - **Minimalist Aesthetic:** The growing popularity of slim and sleek design in tableware reflects an opportunity for disruption in the ceramics industry towards a minimalist aesthetic. ### Who This Affects Most - **Ceramics Manufacturing:** The ceramics manufacturing industry may benefit from investing in new design approaches that cater to the slim tableware trend. - **Home Goods Retail:** Home goods retailers could capitalize on the 2D-inspired design trend by offering shoppers more unique and innovative dishware and flatware options. - **Hospitality Industry:** The minimalist aesthetic trend could present an opportunity for the hospitality industry to offer guests a more sophisticated and modern dining experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Curvaceously Ergonomic Tumblers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/porcelain-tumbler.md) - [Handle-Free Coffee Mugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pinch-hold.md) - [Collapsible Folding Carrier Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/origami-cup.md) - [Utensil Holding Mugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1handmug.md) - [Effortless Tea Brewing Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cuptone-teacup.md) - [Accordion-Style Coffee Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/accordion-paper-cup.md) - [Collapsible Metallic Coffee Carriers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/collapsible-stainless-steel-cup.md) - [Pocket-Sized Collapsible Coffee Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zerowaste-cup.md) - [Captivating Tonal Drinking Glassware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/podio-cup.md)