# Self-Draining Tumblers The Smile Cup is a Unique and Useful Bathroom Accessory By Meghan Young | Published 2011-07-11 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smile-cup References: [bookofjoe](http://www.bookofjoe.com/2011/07/smile-self-draining-drying-cup.html) & [mochithings](http://www.mochithings.com/bathroom-accessories/smile-cup/386) The first thing most people do when they wake up for their [morning routine](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buildabrush-starter) is go to the bathroom; wouldn't it be just delightful to enter that little sanctuary to a big ol' grin from this Smile Cup? Although it does seem to target a more youthful crowd, I think that anyone could benefit from such a pleasant face at any time of the day. Brought to you by Mochi Things, the Smile Cup is not only cute to look at, it is also a rather useful [bathroom accessory](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clea-toothbrush-sanitizer). The Smile Cup features a handy tab on the side of its lip that allows the user to rest it at what looks to be a 45-degree angle so as to drain it well after it has been used. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 43% | Activity: 50% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Self-draining Tumblers:** The trend of self-draining tumblers opens up opportunities for innovative designs that combine functionality and aesthetics. - **Cute Bathroom Accessories:** The trend of cute bathroom accessories creates a market for unique and visually appealing products that enhance the user's experience. - **Youthful Targeted Products:** The trend of targeting youthful demographics with clever and playful designs presents opportunities to tap into a niche market segment. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Home and Kitchen Accessories:** The home and kitchen accessories industry can benefit from incorporating self-draining features into various products to improve user convenience. - **Consumer Goods:** The consumer goods industry has the potential to expand their product offerings by designing bathroom accessories that are both functional and aesthetically pleasing. - **Gift and Novelty Items:** The gift and novelty items industry can capitalize on the demand for unique and cute bathroom accessories by creating innovative and appealing products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Curvaceously Ergonomic Tumblers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/porcelain-tumbler.md) - [Self-Cleaning Measuring Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dreamfarms.md) - [Cheeky Bathroom Plungers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stylish-plunger.md) - [Dinosaur-Shaped Kitchenware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kawaii-ceramic-dinosaur-mug.md) - [Sensor-Guided Tea Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soundsip.md) - [Effortless Tea Brewing Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cuptone-teacup.md) - [Time-Saving Cup Rinsers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brathird-glass-rinser.md) - [Quirky Toilet Brushes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stylish-toilet-brush.md) - [Emotional Support Water Bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moodmug-water-bottle.md)