# Creepy Critter Clutches This Christopher Raeburn Rat Bag is Both Cute and Creepy By Ashley Noelle Lesiak | Published 2013-12-06 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christopher-raeburn References: [vfiles](https://www.vfiles.com/shop/products/2562) & [shop.christopherraeburn](http://shop.christopherraeburn.co.uk/) This Christopher Raeburn rat purse is adorable as long as it's not carrying the black death. Don't get this mixed up with the real thing or you might give yourself quite a fright. If you're an animal lover or just an odd-ball who likes to freak out the faint of heart, this [little clutch](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/croissant-clutch) is great for you. This little [rodent bag](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loungefly-1) is made of nylon and is quilted. It was made by British artist and fashion designer Christopher Raeburn. The rat hangs from a [leather adjustable shoulder strap](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moynat-x-kasing). He hangs there immobile, looking interested in what you're doing. The eyes of the rat are little black stitched crosses. His tail is detached to the rest of his body and hangs down a little by a string. The bag opens at the back of the animal with a silver zipper. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.9/10 - Popularity: 10% | Activity: 9% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Animal-inspired Accessories:** There is an opportunity for fashion designers to create more animal-inspired accessories like Christopher Raeburn's rat bag as there is a growing demand for quirky, unique and bold fashion statements among people. - **Eco-friendly Fashion:** Christopher Raeburn's nylon rat bag suggests the opportunity to create eco-friendly fashion items, by utilizing recycled materials, which will not only be unique and bold but will also be sustainable and environmentally responsible. - **Edgy Fashion Accessories:** This rat bag represents an opportunity for designers to create edgy, eye-catching, and quirky fashion accessories, that allow people to express their unconventional and unique style and fashion sense. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** Fashion designers can take advantage of the growing demand for unique and bold fashion statements by creating more animal-inspired accessories that are both trendy and peculiar. - **Sustainability:** The use of recycled materials in fashion items, like Christopher Raeburn's rat bag, can be an opportunity for sustainable fashion industries to effectively reduce environmental impact. - **Animal-lover Industry:** Animal-inspired accessories, such as Christopher Raeburn's rat bag, offer an opportunity for the growing population of animal lovers to express their love for pets, animals, and wildlife through fashion accessories. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Hedgehog-replicating Hand Clutches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hedgehog-clutch.md) - [Penguin-Resembling Luxe Clutches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/penguin-bag.md) - [Canary-Inspired Fashion Clutches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canary-clutch.md) - [Whimsical Remote-Controlled Car Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/remotecontrolled-cars.md) - [Microscopic Handbag Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/microscopic-handbag.md) - [Croissant-Shaped Clutch Bag Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/croissant-clutch.md) - [Pastry-Inspired Clutches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/greggs-sausage-roll-clutch.md) - [Chic Celery-Shaped Clutches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moschino-clutch.md) - [Lobster-Shaped Luxury Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lobster-bag.md)