# Rugged Multi-Use Totes Oak Street Bookmakers' Canvas Utility Tote Offers Style and Functionality By Madison Mackay | Published 2018-07-17 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canvas-utility-tote References: [gearpatrol](https://gearpatrol.com/2018/07/16/oak-street-bootmakers-utility-tote/) & [oakstreetbootmakers](https://oakstreetbootmakers.com/accessories/bags/brush-brown-waxed-canvas-utility-tote) Classic American-made apparel brand Oak Street Bootmakers released a new Brush Brown Waxed Canvas Utility Tote to be used as the perfect [travel accessory](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dropshop), a [stylish gym bag](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/built-for-athletes-tote-bag) or a tote to hold all work essentials. The tote is handcrafted from a rugged 22 oz waxed cotton and is accompanied by two high-end [Horween leather handles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leather-bags) that are durable enough to be carried all day. The highly functional bag offers numerous interior and exterior pockets, including an exterior gusset, an interior laptop compartment and other pouches that are big enough to hold all every necessity. Designed to keep all users organized and stylish at the same time, the new Waxed Canvas Utility Tote in Brush Brown is available online now. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 59% | Activity: 54% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Multi-use Totes:** Opportunity for innovation: Develop multi-purpose totes that can be used for travel, fitness, and work essentials. - **Rugged Style:** Opportunity for innovation: Create stylish bags that are made from durable materials for added functionality and longevity. - **Functional Pockets:** Opportunity for innovation: Design totes with a variety of interior and exterior pockets to keep users organized and prepared. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Combine fashion and functionality to create stylish and versatile totes for a variety of uses. - **Travel:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Develop travel bags that offer durability, organization, and style for a seamless travel experience. - **Sporting Goods:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Create gym bags that are both fashionable and functional, with compartments to hold workout essentials and personal items. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Convertible Utility Totes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/subu-x-hpotr.md) - [Sustainably Functional Totes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-apex-everyday-tote.md) - [Oversized Denim Tote Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/denim-tote-bag.md) - [Waterproof Ocean-Grade Utility Totes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waterproof-tote.md) - [Versatile Nylon Tote Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nylon-tote-bags.md) - [Functional Bookworm-Inspired Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/book-club-tote.md) - [Yoga-Friendly Tote Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/built-for-athletes-tote-bag.md) - [Dutch Oven-Themed Tote Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/le-creuset-4.md) - [Structured Leather Totes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/river-suede-shoulder-bag.md)