Excuse me, waiter, there’s a baby shark in my tea!
Offering more beauty than bite, the shark-shaped ‘Sharky’ tea-infuser designed by Pablo Matteoda took out third place in a recent design competition called "beyond silver," held by Designboom.
Who would have thought that the act of making a cup of tea could be so aesthetically pleasing?
It looks bloody awesome!
Implications - Tea, which has long been touted for its health benefits, is appealing to a new niche in Generation Y and Z consumers who value health and wellness. Quirky tea accessories let modern tea drinkers enjoy their tipple of choice while simultaneously letting them express their sense of humor, hobbies and interests.
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Trend Themes
1. Quirky Tea Accessories - Opportunities for creating unique and unconventional tea accessories that cater to consumers' sense of humor and personal interests.
2. Health and Wellness Tea Trends - The rise of tea as a popular beverage choice among Generation Y and Z consumers, creating opportunities for tea brands to promote health benefits and unique tea flavors.
3. Aesthetic Kitchen Gadgets - The demand for kitchen gadgets that not only serve a functional purpose but also incorporate aesthetically pleasing designs.
Industry Implications
1. Tea Industry - Designing and manufacturing tea accessories that appeal to the modern tea drinker and their desire for unique and quirky products.
2. Health and Wellness Industry - Developing tea products and marketing strategies that highlight the health benefits of tea to attract health-conscious Generation Y and Z consumers.
3. Kitchen Gadgets Industry - Creating aesthetically pleasing kitchen gadgets that bring a touch of style and design to everyday cooking and beverage preparation.