# Manga-Inspired Handbags Hirohiko Araki Created a Series of Playful Anime Bulgari Bags By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2017-11-09 | Luxury Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bulgari-bag References: [luxurylaunches](http://luxurylaunches.com/fashion/bulgari-launches-manga-inspired-capsule-collection-hirohiko-araki.php) & [bulgari](https://www.bulgari.com/en-jp/bulgari-hiroiko-araki-accessories-capsule-collection-news-page) Hirohiko Araki, who is known as the creator of the popular manga JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure, recently teamed up with Italian luxury brand [Bulgari](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/serpenti-collection) to create a series of playful [anime-inspired Bulgari bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moynat). The 'Killer Queen' collection gets its name from a humanoid supernatural entity of the same name from the franchise. In the series, Killer Queen acts as a visual personification of a character's mind or spirit and serves as a protective guardian of sorts. The fact that Killer Queen appears on wallets, Bulgari bags and scarves in the collection is fitting, since a popular motif from Bulgari is the [snake](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ophidian-mini-bag-collection), which is also recognized for its powers to protect one from evil. As such, the collection of accessories introduces stylish, modern talismans for daily use. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 83% | Activity: 61% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Luxury](https://www.trendhunter.com/luxury) > [Luxury Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/luxuryfashion) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Anime-inspired Luxury Fashion:** There is an opportunity for luxury brands to collaborate with popular anime creators to appeal to younger consumers. - **Characters as Brand Icons:** Brands can leverage the popularity of characters from franchises and create limited edition products to generate buzz and increase sales. - **Modern Talismans:** Designers can take inspiration from ancient talismans and create trendy, wearable accessories that serve a protective function. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Luxury Fashion:** Luxury brands can collaborate with popular anime creators to appeal to younger consumers and tap into new markets. - **Gaming:** Gaming companies can partner with luxury fashion brands and use characters from their popular franchises to create crossover merchandise. - **Accessories:** Designers can take inspiration from popular culture and ancient talismans to create modern talisman accessories that serve a protective function. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Opulent Anime Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fendi-4.md) - [Character Art-Infused Leather Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moynat-x-kasing.md) - [Whimsical Artist-Designed Handbags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artycapucines-vii.md) - [High-Fashion Anime Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fendi-x-frgmt-x-pokmon-collection.md) - [Anime-Inspired Streetwear Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bape-x-kaikai-kiki.md) - [Limited Character Luxury Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moynat.md) - [Anime-Centric Graphic Shirts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beams-4.md) - [Anime-Inspired Extensive Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ensky.md) - [Bold Anime-Inspired Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/geeks-rule-hellsing.md)