# Eco Shell Totes Coconut Purses are a Bold, Bold Statement By Robyn Currie | Published 2009-12-01 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coconut-purses References: [neatorama](http://www.neatorama.com/2009/11/30/zipper-coconuts/) & [afrigadget](http://www.afrigadget.com/2009/11/28/coconut-zippers-handbags/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed:) I am not big into bags, but I like to think that the ones I do have a pretty awesome. But nothing thumbs its nose at [luxury, high priced totes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/empire-carryall) than coconut purses, cheap and manufactured using local parts. Created on the island of Lamu off the coast of Kenya, these coconut purses are a simple as taking a coconut shell, sawing it in half and attaching a zipper to it. Aside from being strictly for tourists, the purses illustrate ingenuity with regards to utilizing natural resources, and [eco-friendliness](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-tote-of-hope) as no part of the coconut is wasted. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 5% | Activity: 65% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Natural Resource Utilization:** Opportunity for innovative products and materials that make use of natural resources in creative and sustainable ways. - **Eco-friendly Manufacturing:** Potential for disruptive manufacturing processes that minimize waste and prioritize environmental sustainability. - **Sustainable Fashion:** Emerging market for fashion products that are ethically produced, eco-conscious, and appeal to environmentally-conscious consumers. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion Accessories:** Potential for disruptive innovation in the design and production of eco-friendly fashion accessories. - **Sustainable Manufacturing:** Opportunity for innovation in the development of manufacturing methods and technologies that promote sustainability and reduce waste. - **Tourism Souvenirs:** Potential for disruptive innovation in the creation of unique and eco-friendly souvenirs that appeal to conscious travelers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Coastal-Inspired Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seashells-by-the-seashore.md) - [Stylish Cooler Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tote-cooler.md) - [Natural Material Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coconut-shell-solid-wood-lamp.md) - [Coconut Tree-Made Tall Cabinets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jean-servais-somian.md) - [Coconut-Encased Candles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/backyard-candles.md) - [Nature-Inspired 3D-Printed Handbags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/julia-koerner.md) - [Everyday Sustainable Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/versatile-bags-for-essentials.md) - [Coconut-Based Dessert Bowls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ice-dream-bowls.md) - [Juice Pouch Purses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pouch-purse.md)