# Adaptable Canvas Knapsacks The Original Backpack Can be Converted into Three Different Bag Styles By M | Published 2016-03-30 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canvas-knapsack References: [thegadgetflow](http://thegadgetflow.com/portfolio/original-backpack-wolecraft/?utm_source=feedly&utm_medium=webfeeds) & [gdfl.co](http://gdfl.co/wolecraft) The Original Backpack designed by retail brand Wolecraft is a [versatile canvas knapsack](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bask-bag) that offers three different carrying styles rolled into one design. The bag can function as either a backpack, messenger bag or brief case to take consumers seamlessly between different settings. This allows consumers to have one bag on them at all times that can be converted into a variety of styles. The bag features a stylish canvas cotton structure complete with a series of dapper leather embellishments. The leather accessories comprise the various handles that turn the bag into a variety of styles. The handle at the top allows the backpack to be carried as a [sleek brief case](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apex-briefcase), while the shoulder straps turn it into a knapsack. In addition, the added chest strap turn the tote into a hip messenger bag. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.0/10 - Popularity: 89% | Activity: 82% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Fashion for Men](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashionformen) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Versatile Bag Design:** The Original Backpack showcases the trend of versatile bag designs that can be converted into multiple styles, offering consumers convenience and flexibility in their bag choices. - **Multi-functional Carrying Options:** The ability of the bag to transform into a backpack, messenger bag, or brief case highlights the trend of providing consumers with multiple carrying options, catering to their diverse needs and preferences. - **Seamless Transition Between Settings:** The Original Backpack addresses the trend of creating bags that seamlessly transition between different settings, allowing consumers to maintain a consistent style and functionality throughout their day. ### Who This Affects Most - **Retail/accessories:** The Original Backpack presents opportunities for retail brands in the accessories industry to create versatile bag designs that can be converted into various styles, appealing to consumers looking for convenience and style. - **Fashion:** The trend of multi-functional bag designs opens up disruptive innovation opportunities for the fashion industry to create innovative and transformative accessories that meet the evolving needs and preferences of consumers. - **Travel and Lifestyle:** The ability of bags like The Original Backpack to seamlessly transition between different settings provides disruptive innovation opportunities for the travel and lifestyle industry, as it caters to the needs of modern consumers who value convenience and adaptability in their accessories. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Modular Multifunctional Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mercurius.md) - [Spacious Modular Multifunctional Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/switchup.md) - [Chic Adventure-Ready Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/long-weekend-morro-convertible-backpack.md) - [Triple-Style Travel Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tefors-ultimatum-bag.md) - [Multimodal Waterproof Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/multimodal-waterproof-backpacks.md) - [Adaptable Handmade Messenger Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roderer-award.md) - [Multifunctional Camper Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bolotor-bolo-packs.md) - [Stylish Camera-Friendly Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carryfly-travel-backpack.md) - [Sophisticatedly Playful Backpack Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fjallraven-kanken-koncept.md)