# The Dude-Inspired Drink Holders The Big Lebowski Coaster Features Slacker Advice By Sarah Moore | Published 2012-06-12 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-big-lebowski-coaster References: [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/listing/100247550/the-big-lebowski-movie-quote-etched) & [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/shop/desolationallie?ref=seller_info) A word to the wise from one of [Hollywood's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/houseplant-directors-chair) most famous slackers has been etched onto The Big Lebowski coaster that prompts guests to keep their drinks off of wooden tables that can easily be ruined by water rings. The coaster urges drinkers to be 'Careful man there's a beverage here,' and the message is hand-stamped onto the 4 by 4 inch beveled drink holder using a technique that promises to keep the quip from wearing off after repeated use. Fans of Jeff Bridge's character, The Dude, will certainly recognize the stoner's famous line from the Coen Brothers' cult comedy about a deadbeat, unemployed LA native who is mistaken for a millionaire with the same name. While it may not prompt anyone to drink White Russians, The Dude's [signature drink](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whiskey-decanters), the coaster will certainly help protect one's furniture. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 28% | Activity: 70% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## 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 - **Movie-inspired Drink Holders:** Opportunity for companies to create themed drink holders based on popular movies and TV shows. - **Personalized Coasters:** Opportunity for companies to create custom coasters with unique designs or personal messages for consumers. - **Sustainable Drink Holders:** Opportunity for companies to create reusable drink holders made from environmentally friendly materials. ### Who This Affects Most - **Entertainment Merchandise:** Companies in the entertainment industry can create themed drink holders as merchandise for fans of their movies, TV shows, and characters. - **Personalized Gifts:** Companies in the gift industry can offer personalized coasters as a unique and thoughtful present for special occasions. - **Eco-friendly Products:** Companies in the sustainability industry can create reusable drink holders as a way to reduce waste and promote eco-consciousness. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Floating Cup Holders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/koozie.md) - [Aquatic Beverage Coasters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crab-inspired-coasters.md) - [Garment-Inspired Drink Holders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/puffin-drinkware-the-aloha.md) - [Smart Tabletop Coasters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-tabletop-coaster.md) - [Barbie-Inspired Coaster Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barbieinspired-coaster-set.md) - [Playable Beer Coasters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/budweiser-campaign.md) - [Warm-Toned Marble Coasters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lusine-coasters.md) - [Astrological Drinkware Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zodiac-constellation-coasters.md) - [Cork Coaster-Integrated Coffee Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polka-coffee-table.md)