# Office Attire-Inspired Purses The BTC Elements Tie Clutch Turns Menswear Into a Fashion Piece By Erin Kirkpatrick | Published 2012-11-21 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/btc-elements-tie-clutch References: [btcelements](http://www.btcelements.com/products/?view=sub_product&sid=2573&cid=367) The BTC Element Tie Clutch transforms vintage men's ties into an accessory ladies would be proud to carry. It may also inspire a new craft for DIYers who prefer to create their fashion items rather than buy them. With this particular DIY craft in mind, men should make sure to keep tabs on their vast collection of ties. Made from organic denim deadstock fabric and featuring a magnet snap closure, the BTC Element Tie Clutch is [the perfect purse](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/makeup-clutch) to accompany you on a [night out with the girls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/statement-bags). With fashion items made from [recycled and repurposed materials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/floppy-disk-wallet) coming into fashion, this BTC Element accessory will surely fit in. As the age-old saying goes one person's trash is another person's treasure and this clutch confirms it. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 24% | Activity: 40% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Asia ## 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 - **Upcycled Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore ways to repurpose and transform old garments into stylish accessories. - **DIY Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop DIY fashion kits or platforms that enable individuals to create their own unique accessories. - **Sustainable Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create eco-friendly handbags and purses using organic and recycled materials. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce new sustainable fashion lines that focus on upcycling and eco-friendly materials. - **Crafting:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Offer DIY crafting workshops or online platforms catering to the growing demand for handmade fashion items. - **E-commerce:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Launch an online marketplace dedicated to selling upcycled and sustainable fashion accessories. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Jewelry-Like Handbag Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elegant-hook-options.md) - [Chic Celery-Shaped Clutches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moschino-clutch.md) - [Croissant-Shaped Clutch Bag Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/croissant-clutch.md) - [Juice Pouch Purses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pouch-purse.md) - [Airline Safety Equipment Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/upcycled-life-vests.md) - [Baseball-Inspired Bag Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baseball-crossbody-bag.md) - [Female-Focused Smart Wallet Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iclutch-smart-wallet.md) - [Resurging Quilted-Denim Handbags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coach-tabby-shoulder-bag.md) - [Glamorous Drawstring Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-fleming-drawstring-bag.md)