# Elegant Exterior Pockets Emporio Armani Ultra Chic Answer to the Fanny Pack By Elsa Blaine | Published 2011-03-01 | Luxury Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/armani-fall-2011-pocket References: [style](http://www.style.com/fashionshows/review/F2011RTW-EARMANI) & [emporioarmani](http://www.emporioarmani.com/chooseYourCountry.asp?mm=) Eternally chic fashion house Emporio Armani has revealed the most elegant external pockets ever in their Fall 2011 collection. Designed with a suggestion of the ubiquitous [fanny pack](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-clio), these [pouches in black wool](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pouch-purse) are nothing short of classic. Emporio Armani’s stylish side sacks positioned right at the hip are practical too; keep your cell phone, keys and credit card handy without having to [lug around a purse](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cleo-bag) and in the fall, it's a perfect way to keep your hands warm and cozy. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.4/10 - Popularity: 26% | Activity: 9% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Luxury](https://www.trendhunter.com/luxury) > [Luxury Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/luxuryfashion) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Chic Exterior Pockets:** Fashion brands can innovate by creating fashionable and practical exterior pockets to replace purses and wallets. - **Hip Pouches as Statement Pieces:** Designers can create statement pieces with hip pouches made of unconventional materials and textures. - **Revival of 90s Accessories:** Fashion brands can capitalize on the nostalgia trend by bringing back 90s accessories such as fanny packs and hip pouches in modern styles. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** Fashion brands can leverage the trend of elegant exterior pockets to create new product lines and increase sales. - **Accessories:** Accessory brands can tap into the trend of practical and chic exterior pockets to add value to their existing product offering. - **Textile:** Textile companies can explore the use of unconventional materials for hip pouches to create unique and sustainable products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Knitted Phone Pockets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-pocket.md) - [Outdoor-Ready Luxurious Fashion Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fendi-3.md) - [Cargo Pocket-Adorned Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/general-research-parasite-bag.md) - [Sophisticated Belt Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-clio.md) - [Versatile Bucket Bag Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-gabine-collection.md) - [Urban Explorer-Centric Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/topologie-1.md) - [Elevated Heritage-Inspired Metropolitan Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/express-handbag.md) - [Sleek Minimal Contemporary Wallets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pioneer-wallet.md) - [Handheld-Console Carrying Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/analogue-pocket-pouch.md)