# Lightweight Collapsible Totes The Chute Bag by Michael Pappas is Made Out of Parachute Parts By Meghan Young | Published 2012-09-12 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chute-bag References: [fastcodesign](http://www.fastcodesign.com/1670755/pull-the-ripcord-and-this-ingenious-bag-collapses) & [shop.thefutureperfect](http://shop.thefutureperfect.com/browse-by-designer-1/michael-pappas/chute-lightweight-bag.html) The Chute Bag is a convenient tote to have on hand. Not only is it both lightweight and roomy, it is collapsible, which allows the Chute Bag to pack up easily when not in use. Made out of parachute material, the tote folds in on itself just like the real thing. Designed by Michael Pappas, a student at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, the Chute Bag is a combination of silnylon, carbon fiber, paracord and aluminum. The aluminum part makes up the handle, which is pulled when the person wants the paracord running throughout the Chute Bag to tighten and compress the whole tote. Once compressed, the bag can then be stored in the handle. It was presented during the Milan Furniture Fair. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.4/10 - Popularity: 19% | Activity: 15% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Lightweight Totes:** The trend for compact and lightweight totes that can be easily stored and carried with more convenience presents disruptive innovation opportunities for luggage manufacturers and fashion brands. - **Collapsible Bags:** The trend for collapsible bags made of unique materials reflects the growing demand for eco-friendly, multipurpose bags, which presents disruptive innovation opportunities for eco-conscious brands and retail stores. - **Parachute Material Totes:** The trend for totes made from parachute material opens a new market segment for outdoor enthusiasts, hikers and travelers, which presents disruptive innovation opportunities for outdoor gear and travel gear brands. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Luggage and Travel Gear:** The trend for lightweight and collapsible totes for travel purposes presents disruptive innovation opportunities for luggage and travel gear manufacturers in creating smarter, more versatile and more functional luggage designs. - **Fashion and Apparel:** The trend for collapsible and versatile bags that are light in weight and eco-friendly presents disruptive innovation opportunities for apparel and fashion brands seeking to create multi-functional, fashionable bags for the urban commute. - **Eco-friendly Retail:** The trend for eco-friendly collapsible bags made from unique materials presents disruptive innovation opportunities for retail stores that prioritize sustainable and ethical products and attract eco-conscious customers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sustainably Functional Totes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-apex-everyday-tote.md) - [Grocery Bag Runway Accessory](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/march-packable-tote-bag.md) - [Durable Recyclable Textile Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/f707-stratos.md) - [Modular Tote Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eva-tote-system.md) - [Convertible Utility Totes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/subu-x-hpotr.md) - [Inflatable Tote-Style Seats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bag-sofa.md) - [Sleek Multifuntional Lifestyle Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bask-bag.md) - [Collapsible Compartment Duffle Packs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-pacific-huckpack-duffel-bag.md) - [Compact Chair-Accommodating Sling Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/helinox-sling-bag.md)