# Cinematically Inspired Purses The Audio Reel-to-Reel Bag Reflects Traditional Film-Playing Devices By Tana Makmanee | Published 2013-01-28 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audio-reel-to-reel-bag References: [thisiswhyimbroke](http://www.thisiswhyimbroke.com/audio-reel-to-reel-bag) & [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/listing/74127763/akai-77-reel-to-reel-bag) If you love old school cinema and want to showcase your admiration for the intricate way movies used to be played, then you will adore this Audio Reel-to-Reel bag from [Etsy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dropshop). Large enough to carry all your belongings while on-the-go, this creatively designed purse is the perfect way to display your love for film. Designed to represent the traditional reel-to-reel film devices that were used to manually play movies back in the day, this awesomely nostolgic bag is an amazing tribute to traditional cinema. It's a fantastic way to visually express how movies used to be played, and how much it has changed in modern day. Constructed with 100% Spanish wool, this cinematically inspired piece of accessory is not only eye-catching, but light in weight and can be easily worn on your shoulder anywhere you like. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.2/10 - Popularity: 11% | Activity: 18% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Nostalgia Fashion:** There may be an opportunity for fashion brands to tap into people's nostalgia for the past and create more items that reflect vintage style. - **Cinema-inspired Accessories:** There is potential for businesses to expand their product lines to include more movie-themed accessories, such as bags and jewelry, to appeal to film enthusiasts. - **Re-imagined Technology:** There is an opportunity for companies to take technological devices from the past and reimagine them in a modern context, such as creating a stylish bag inspired by an old reel-to-reel device. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** Fashion brands may want to explore incorporating more retro or vintage styles into their collections to cater to those with a nostalgia for the past. - **Film-themed Merchandise:** Companies that sell merchandise related to movies may want to expand their product offerings to include more cinema-inspired accessories, such as bags, jewelry, or even home decor. - **Technology Design:** Designers and engineers may want to explore taking older pieces of technology and reimagining them in new and innovative ways that are more visually appealing or functional. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Technologically Enhanced Electronic Handbags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electronic-handbags.md) - [Sleek Audio Bag Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/speaker-bag-and-mixer-bag.md) - [Functional Bookworm-Inspired Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/book-club-tote.md) - [Juice Pouch Purses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pouch-purse.md) - [Ancient Geometric Pattern Purses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/infinite-convertible-bag.md) - [Special Edition Cinematic Handbags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rebecca-minkoff-x-wicked.md) - [Playful Statement Grocery Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trollex.md) - [Opulent Designer Laptop Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/designer-laptop-bag.md) - [Food-Inspired Fashionable Purses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stan-onigiri-purse.md)