# Natural Antiquated Satchels The Sustainable and Eco-Conscious Cork Doctor Bag By Meghan Young | Published 2009-11-20 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cork-doctor-bag References: [psfk](http://www.psfk.com/2009/11/cork-doctors-bagpeasants-travelers-cork-doctors-bag-2.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed:) & [peasantsandtravelers](http://www.peasantsandtravelers.com/catalog.html) Impermeable and buoyant, [cork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-tk) is frequently associated with alcohol, but as the Cork Doctor Bag demonstrates, it can be used for more than just the necessary. A [unique material](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/korka), it definitely lends a interesting twist to the [old-fashioned bag](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leather-bags). Part of the Peasants & Travelers Spring 2010 collection, it gives a taste of what’s to come. Rest assured that the Cork Doctor Bag will not be the only one-of-a-kind piece. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 8% | Activity: 78% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Sustainable Fashion:** Capitalizing on the popularity of eco-consciousness and utilizing unique, sustainable materials in fashion items. - **Cork Products:** Exploring new applications for cork, a versatile and underutilized material. - **Vintage-inspired Accessories:** Combining the charm and character of vintage design with modern materials and production methods. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion:** Creating sustainable and eco-friendly fashion items that stand out in a crowded marketplace. - **Material Science and Engineering:** Developing new applications and production methods for cork, and exploring other sustainable materials that can be used in fashion and beyond. - **Retail:** Capitalizing on the trend for vintage-inspired accessories by stocking a range of unique and eye-catching products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Everyday Sustainable Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/versatile-bags-for-essentials.md) - [Versatile Cork-Producing Companies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cork-as-a-material.md) - [Sustainable Waterproof Cooking Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waterproof-cork-apron.md) - [Travel-Inspired Handbag Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/patricia-nash-designs-bags.md) - [Stylish Cooler Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tote-cooler.md) - [Sustainable Cork Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forest-for-the-trees.md) - [Eco Cork Organizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cork-box.md) - [Premium European Leather Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/generation-leather-collection.md) - [Sustainable Wine Cork Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sustainable-cork-products.md)