# Marvelously Misshapen Pouches Built Bags and Cases Cleverly Take Unusual Forms for Specific Uses By Amelia Roblin | Published 2013-01-09 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/built-bags-and-cases References: [industrialdesignserved](http://www.industrialdesignserved.com/gallery/OXO-Mechanical-Dish-Rack/4879779) & [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/gallery/Built/4858401) You might have a glance at the second photo, for instance, and wonder why such an abstractly stitched satchel would be put into production. As one unique item in the collection of Built bags and cases, it was actually designed to fulfill a specific need quite well. This particular pouch is a [lunch bag](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/built-for-athletes-tote-bag), equipped with a pair of compartments to accommodate a drink bottle and a couple of lunch containers. Each of Sally Rumble's neoprene accessories is singular and incredibly convenient for carrying out its intended task. The [expandable mesh shopping bag](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/march-packable-tote-bag) is worth noting, as is the [fuchsia laptop sleeve](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electronic-handbags). The latter example of the Built bags and cases is enhanced with three external pockets for stashing a mouse, a flash drive and a phone, causing the tech tote to take on a warped appearance. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 69% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Modern](https://www.trendhunter.com/modern) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Misshapen Bags:** Creating bags with unusual forms and designs to fulfill specific needs. - **Neoprene Accessories:** Utilizing neoprene material to make singular and convenient accessories for various activities. - **Expandable Shopping Bags:** Designing mesh shopping bags that can expand and contract to suit different purposes and needs. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion and Accessories:** Creating unique and functional bags and cases for everyday use. - **Retail and Consumer Goods:** Developing specialized products like neoprene accessories for different activities and purposes. - **Sustainability:** Using materials like mesh and neoprene to create eco-friendly products with a range of functional uses. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Modular Multifunctional Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mercurius.md) - [Handheld-Console Carrying Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/analogue-pocket-pouch.md) - [Puffer Jacket Laptop Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/puffer-bag.md) - [Versatile Warped Handbags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mschf-3.md) - [Spacious Modular Multifunctional Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/switchup.md) - [Functional Comfort-Focused Briefcases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apex-briefcase.md) - [Sustainably Functional Totes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-apex-everyday-tote.md) - [Cargo Pocket-Adorned Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/general-research-parasite-bag.md) - [Convertible Utility Totes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/subu-x-hpotr.md)