# Postman Sacks Cross-Body Bags of the 80s Are Fall's Hottest Accessories By Katherinev123 | Published 2009-09-03 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cross-body-bag References: [anewmode](http://www.anewmode.com/fashion-style/80s-revival-cross-body-bags/) This season brings yet another 80s-inspired fashion phenomenon to the fashion forefront: [cross-body bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hydration-crossbody). Spotted on the catwalks of [Phillip Lim](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/phillip-lim-1), Mulberry and Isabel Marant (to name a few), and on celebs from Taylor Momsen to Kate Bosworth and even Brad Pitt, postman-style bags were slung casually across torsos almost as an afterthought--albeit a very chic, stylish and functional afterthought. Even if we can’t appreciate the comeback of acid-washed jeans or leg warmers, at least we can be happy that the 80s did give us this super-useful accessory. We live in a time when women (and men) really need secure and hand-liberating storage for laptops, [BlackBerry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blackberry-retinol-blemish-serum) devices, iPods and other gadgets. The cross-body bag fits the bill. Plus, designers are working hard to give this retro revival a modernized touch with sculpted new shapes, zipper and chain hardware, and extra-luxe fabrications like buttery-soft leather--so they really can't be confused with the mailman's. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 59% | Activity: 16% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Cross-body Bags:** The resurgence of cross-body bags from the 80s creates an opportunity for innovative designs that solve modern storage needs. - **Retro Revival:** Reviving retro fashion trends from past generations creates an opportunity for designers to modernize styles with new materials and functionality. - **Functional Fashion:** The growing need for secure and functional storage solutions for gadgets creates an opportunity for designers to create stylish and functional accessories. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can innovate by creating lightweight and flexible cross-body bags with modern elements for everyday use. - **Technology:** The technology industry can partner with fashion designers to create cross-body bags that combine storage with gadget functionality. - **Retail:** The retail industry can capitalize on the resurgence of cross-body bags by stocking and marketing a wide range of styles and designs to appeal to a diverse customer base. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Baseball-Inspired Bag Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baseball-crossbody-bag.md) - [Resurging Quilted-Denim Handbags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coach-tabby-shoulder-bag.md) - [Luxury Crossbody Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-fyra-bag.md) - [Spacious Crossbody Handbags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cleo-bag.md) - [Celebrity-Coveted Travel Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sprayground-offers.md) - [Juice Pouch Purses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pouch-purse.md) - [Freezable Crossbody Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hydration-crossbody.md) - [Functional Accessible Leather Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hobo-1.md) - [Retro Sporty Luxe Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-accessories.md)