Surveys always rank Denmark as one of the happiest places in the world—maybe it’s thanks in part to this cheerful cutie. Originally created in the 1960s by Danish cabinetmaker Hans Gustav Ehrenreich, Hoptimist is a feel-good icon who’s been making people smile for more than 50 years. So the next time you need a quick mood boost or a break in your day, just hop to it.
- Tap Hoptimist’s head and it bobs up and down with spring-powered enthusiasm, turning its big grin into an infectious belly laugh.
- Crafted of oak, this version of Hoptimist reflects Ehrenreich’s original wooden design and evokes a warm, mid-century vibe.
- Made in China.