# Zingy Zipper Handbags The Biker Zip Clutch is Covered in Steel Fringe By Elsa Blaine | Published 2009-06-05 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biker-zip-clutch-whistles References: [kingdomofstyle.typepad](http://kingdomofstyle.typepad.co.uk/my_weblog/2009/06/a-handful-of-zips.html) & [whistles](http://www.whistles.co.uk/fcp/product/whistles/accessories-bags/BIKER-ZIP-CLUTCH/903000053148#) The Biker Zip Clutch from Whistles takes a fresh approach to the hot [zipper fashion trend](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selfpropelled-zipper). The chic [black leather handbag](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leather-bags) is covered with pulls and jingly, jangly gunmetal dangling rivets over the entire outer surface. This [clutch purse](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iclutch-smart-wallet) is absolute rocker-fringe fashion. Team the accessory with biker boots or a cool pair of motorcycle jeans and your look would come alive with the swaying steel zipper pulls. The handbag is available from the Whistle website for $240. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 39% | Activity: 50% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Biker Fashion:** Opportunities for disruptive innovation abound within the fashion industry by creating more functional and edgy accessories that incorporate hardware and metallic embellishments. - **Zipper Trend:** Innovation opportunities include the incorporation of all types of zippers and zipper-like accessories for bags, clothing, and fashion accessories. - **Fringe Obsession:** The fringe trend has numerous disruptive innovation opportunities in the fashion industry for both traditional and unconventional accessories; possibilities include incorporating new materials and colors to the current offerings. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** There are opportunities for disruptive innovation within the fashion industry by exploring new materials and hardware to elevate the current trends. - **Accessories:** Opportunities for innovation within the accessory industry could include integrating technology into the fray or exploring new forms of wearable fashion to meet evolving consumer needs and preferences. - **Handbags:** Innovation opportunities within the handbag industry include exploring new designs and materials to create unique and multifunctional products that cater to the various lifestyles of consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Chrome Bottle-Attached Luxe Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biker-messenger.md) - [Hedgehog-replicating Hand Clutches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hedgehog-clutch.md) - [Handle-Only Fashion Handbags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/no-budget-bag.md) - [Functional Accessible Leather Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hobo-1.md) - [Resurging Quilted-Denim Handbags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coach-tabby-shoulder-bag.md) - [Customizable Statement Accessory Brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rocknot.md) - [Sparkling Crystal Hangbags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crystal-swipe.md) - [Chic Celery-Shaped Clutches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moschino-clutch.md) - [Party-Ready Collectible Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buzzbagz.md)