# Upcycled Summer Backpacks Patagonia Introduced Its Arbor Pack Collection for the Summer Season By Amy Duong | Published 2018-07-23 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arbor-pack References: [highsnobiety](https://www.highsnobiety.com/p/patagonia-arbor-pack-collection) & [patagonia](https://www.patagonia.com/home/) Ventura-based label Patagonia unveiled its latest Arbor Pack collection for the Summer season. The label is often recognized for making efficient use of recycled materials and its latest capsule lives up to the same standard as every item is made from sustainable sources. The Arbor Pack collection is comprised of four backpacks in total -- the Arbor Market Pack 15L, the Arbor Classic Pack 25L, the Arbor Grande Pack 28L and the Arbor Day Pack 20L. Overall, every item boasts an original heritage design aesthetic but is now elevated using 100% recycled materials. Patagonia reuses eight and a half plastic bottles for the construction of one bag and its solution dyeing technique reduces up to half a gallon of water for each bag. This process also reduces carbon dioxide by 96%. Notably, every bag has multiple pockets, compartments and even a padded laptop sleeve. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.6/10 - Popularity: 80% | Activity: 79% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Upcycled Backpacks:** The use of upcycled materials in backpack design presents an opportunity for brands to create sustainable and environmentally-friendly products. - **Sustainable Fashion:** The rise of sustainable fashion brands like Patagonia highlights the growing consumer demand for eco-friendly clothing and accessories. - **Circular Economy:** The practice of reusing plastic bottles and other materials in bag production demonstrates the potential for businesses to adopt circular economy principles and reduce waste. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can explore innovative ways to incorporate eco-friendly materials and production techniques into their product offerings. - **Outdoor Recreation:** Companies in the outdoor recreation industry can leverage the popularity of sustainable backpacks to attract environmentally-conscious customers. - **Sustainable Product Packaging:** The use of recycled materials in bag construction opens up opportunities for companies in the sustainable product packaging industry to provide eco-friendly alternatives for various industries. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Outdoor Adventure Commuter Packs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/patagonia-refugio-daypack-30l.md) - [Co-Branded Upcycled Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rerebuilt-to-resist.md) - [Carbon Neutral Sustainable Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/38l-hybrid-duffle-pack.md) - [Upcycled Carrying Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coastline-ecosmart.md) - [Sustainable Safety Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ucon-acrobatics-sustainable-backpacks.md) - [3D-Printed Backpack Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unltd-series.md) - [Durable Summer Camping Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-north-face-1.md) - [Versatile 30L Travel Back Packs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/30l-travel-pack.md) - [Eco-Luxe Professional Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apex-30.md)