# Haute Inflatable Knapsacks The RAFT Backpack Designs are Inspired by Life Preservers Worn on Boats By M | Published 2015-09-10 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/backpack-designs References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2015/9/christopher-raeburn-2015-fall-winter-raft-lookbook) & [christopherraeburn](http://www.christopherraeburn.co.uk/) High fashion designer Christopher Raeburn's latest fall/winter 2015 collection features a variety of garments and accessories inspired by life preservers including these chic backpack designs. The bags are made from a stylish [red latex material](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-milano-jacket) that can either be worn inflated or deflated depending on the wearer's preference. Raeburn often pulls from water sports for fashion inspiration including one collection that was made from [upcycled rafts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alpacka-raft). These backpacks cleverly incorporate the sleek yet oversized look of life jackets with a square design, puffy appearance and red rubber material that can be [inflated if the wearer chooses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airback-flex) making this quite the statement piece. The bag also features two sturdy black straps that can be adjusted to be worn either low or high on the back. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 37% | Activity: 34% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Inflatable Fashion:** The use of inflatable materials in fashion accessories like backpacks provides an opportunity for innovative designs. - **Upcycled Design:** Taking inspiration from unusual materials like life preservers for clothing and accessories allows for unique and sustainable fashion creations. - **Versatile Wear:** Designing accessories that can be worn inflated or deflated offers versatility and customization for the wearer. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion:** Fashion brands can explore the use of inflatable materials and upcycled designs to create statement pieces and sustainable fashion options. - **Outdoor Gear:** Companies in the outdoor gear industry can incorporate inflatable materials into backpack designs, providing lightweight and versatile options for adventurers. - **Sustainable Fashion:** The use of upcycled and recycled materials in fashion accessories like backpacks aligns with the growing demand for eco-friendly and sustainable fashion choices. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Durable Recyclable Textile Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/f707-stratos.md) - [Lightweight Winter Sport Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/raide-lf-40l.md) - [Airline Safety Equipment Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/upcycled-life-vests.md) - [Sophisticatedly Playful Backpack Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fjallraven-kanken-koncept.md) - [Multimodal Waterproof Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/multimodal-waterproof-backpacks.md) - [Airbag-Deploying Travel Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stan-airbag.md) - [Oversized Earbud Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airpack.md) - [Earbud-Inspired Backpack Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airpack-backpack.md) - [Industrial Sci-Fi Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sprayground-x-dune.md)