# Punk-Informed Technical Bags Raf Simons Works with Eastpak on His Bag Capsule for SS19 By Amy Duong | Published 2019-02-04 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bag-capsule References: [highsnobiety](https://www.highsnobiety.com/p/raf-simons-eastpak-ss19-collection/) & [ssense](https://www.ssense.com/en-us/men/product/raf-simons/black-and-white-eastpak-edition-poster-backpack/3523529?clickref=1100l5ZhnPRt&utm_source=PH_1011l15080&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_content=0&utm_term=&utm_campaign) Designer Raf Simons draws in the expertise of [Eastpak](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trompe-loeil-bags) for his fashion label, specifically his bag capsule for the Spring/Summer 2019 season. The entire range follows the brand's ongoing theme of 'Throwback to a Misspent Youth' and features punk-informed graphic designs. This features motifs of punk icons -- it adorns some of the bags' back panel to transform the accessories to a portable poster. The bags highlight functional elements as many are complete with a plethora of pockets and zipper enclosures. The materials highlight the use of satin and cotton to boast a lightweight and soft fabrication. The color palette sees hues of black, silver, blue, and yellow. The [seasonal collaborative capsule](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cecilie-bahnsen-x-porter) is now available to shop online at [SSENSE](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1906r-sneaker-3). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.7/10 - Popularity: 81% | Activity: 23% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Punk-informed Bags:** The incorporation of punk-inspired designs creates opportunities for disruptive innovations in the fashion industry, particularly in bag design and aesthetics. - **Functional Bags:** The emphasis on pockets and zipper enclosures on bags presents an opportunity for disruptive innovation in bag functionality and organization. - **Lightweight Materials:** The use of lightweight fabrics like satin and cotton showcases an opportunity for innovation in bag fabrication and portability. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** The trend towards punk-inspired bags presents an opportunity for fashion designers to create edgy and unique accessories. - **Bag Manufacturing:** The emphasis on bag functionality presents an opportunity for bag manufacturers to create products that cater to a variety of organizational needs. - **Textile and Fabrication:** The trend towards lightweight materials in bag design presents an opportunity for innovation in textile and fabrication industries. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sleek Modern Bag Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trompe-loeil-bags.md) - [American Artist Bag Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eastpak-launched.md) - [Co-Branded Upcycled Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rerebuilt-to-resist.md) - [Carry Gear Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-dime-x-eastpak-collection.md) - [Edgy Backpack-Centric Fashion Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/at-the-edge-of-time.md) - [Urban Explorer-Centric Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/topologie-1.md) - [Industrial Heritage-Honoring Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shaker-system.md) - [Camp-Inspired Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/summer-outdoor.md) - [Punk Rock-Informed Fall Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superculture-collection.md)