# Portable Jacket-Carrying Devices The BindBuddy Lets You Hold Your Jacket Hands-Free By Grace Mahas | Published 2020-04-27 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bindbuddy References: [thegadgetflow](https://thegadgetflow.com/portfolio/hands-free-jacket-holder/?utm_source=feedly&utm_medium=webfeeds) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/bindbuddy/meet-bindbuddy-your-personal-butler?ref=58necl&utm_source=GadgetFlow&utm_campaign=GadgetFlow) Whether you're on a hike or walking through a crowded shopping mall, it can be annoying to have to hold your jacket when you're feeling to warm — cue the BindBuddy. This new device lets you easily keep your [jacket secured to your bag](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nomade-58) so you can tackle your day carefree. The BindBuddy is simple to use, simply squeeze the ends to release the straps and wrap around your item. Next clip to secure and pull to tighten. The durable tool is lightweight and portable but can carry up to 2.5 pounds worth of goods — enough strength to carry [yoga mats, a beach towel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tank-series), children's toys, and even the [warmest of winter parkas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zzzn-puffer-jacket). Image Credit: BindBuddy ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.4/10 - Popularity: 1% | Activity: 1% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Portable Carrying Devices:** The BindBuddy jacket carrier creates opportunities for innovation in portable carrying systems. - **Hands-free Devices:** The BindBuddy jacket carrier offers a hands-free solution, creating opportunities for innovation in other hands-free devices. - **Lightweight and Durable Devices:** The BindBuddy jacket carrier offers a lightweight and durable solution, creating opportunities for innovation in other products that are both durable and lightweight. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Outdoor Gear Industry:** The BindBuddy jacket carrier could disrupt the outdoor gear industry by creating a new category of portable carrying devices for hiking or camping equipment. - **Fashion Industry:** The BindBuddy jacket carrier could disrupt the fashion industry by creating new solutions for hands-free carrying apparel that are stylish and functional. - **Parenting Industry:** The BindBuddy jacket carrier could disrupt the parenting industry by creating new hands-free carrying solutions for baby gear or children's toys. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Back-Borne Bike Harnesses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bike-harness.md) - [Snap Binding Minimal Clipboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paper-jacket.md) - [Handlebar Bike Gear Clips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gear-clip.md) - [EDC Backpack Accessory Clips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clipit-20.md) - [Convertible Shelter Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shelter-wear.md) - [Hammock-Hung Gear Organizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gear-organizer.md) - [Time-Saving Travel Hangers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/timesaving-travel-hanger.md) - [All-Weather Travel Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alpargali-jacket.md) - [Puffer Jacket-Replicating Keychains](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-nuptse.md)