# Sloth Tea Steepers This Tea Accessory Helps You Slow Down and Enjoy Yourself with Some Down Time By Alyson Wyers | Published 2015-02-09 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tea-accessory References: [thatsnerdalicious](http://www.thatsnerdalicious.com/caffeine/slow-down-your-day-with-this-adorable-sloth-tea-infuser/) & [perpetualkid](http://www.perpetualkid.com/slow-brew-sloth-tea-infuser.aspx) If you are the kind of person who prefers to sip their tea slowly and take on the day at a leisurely pace, this sloth tea accessory is the one for you. Available for pre-order online from Perpetual Kid, the [Slow Brew](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-slow-retreat) Sloth Tea Infuser is one Kristen Bell can definitely get behind. Similar to [sea mammal tea accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tea-for-two-collection), this tea steeper hangs over the edge of your tea cup, giving you a good view of the sloth's contented, lazy smile and extra long talons. Ideal if you want to enjoy a warm cup before bed or simply slow down and take a break from your overwhelmingly busy life, the tea accessory is made out of heat-resistant silicone that is molded without any BPA and phthalates. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.1/10 - Popularity: 86% | Activity: 88% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Slow Living:** The popularity of sloth tea steepers reflects a trend towards slow living and taking time to unwind and relax. - **Novelty Tea Accessories:** As consumers look for unique and quirky ways to personalize their daily routine, the trend towards novelty tea accessories like Sloth Tea Steepers is likely to continue. - **Eco-friendly Products:** The use of BPA and phthalate-free silicone material in the Sloth Tea Steeper appeals to consumers who are increasingly seeking eco-friendly products. ### Where This Applies - **Tea Industry:** Tea companies and retailers can tap into the novelty tea accessory trend by creating their own unique tea accessories that appeal to consumers' sense of humor and whimsy. - **E-commerce:** Online retailers like Perpetual Kid are meeting consumer demand for unique and niche products that cannot be found in traditional brick-and-mortar stores. - **Eco-friendly Products:** The Sloth Tea Steeper reflects the market for eco-friendly products, which is a growing industry with plenty of disruptive innovation opportunities. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Grim Reaper Tea Infusers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grim-reaper.md) - [Magnetic Three-in-One Tea Brewers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ohteavor.md) - [Sensor-Guided Tea Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soundsip.md) - [Mindful Tea-Making Appliances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tea-maker-concept.md) - [Effortless Tea Brewing Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cuptone-teacup.md) - [Relaxing Countertop Tea Brewers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-tea-maker.md) - [Luxe Tea-Brewing Appliances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/affinitea-brewing-system.md) - [Opulent Floral Tea Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brew-to-a-tea.md) - [Smart Tea Infusers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-tea-infuser.md)