# Luxury Crowdfunded Suitcases These Luxe and Vintage-Inspired Suitcases by Wilkins are Beautiful By Ryan Clark | Published 2015-02-17 | Luxury Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crowdfunded-luxury-suitcase References: [wilkens](http://www.wilkens.com/) & [wilkens](http://www.wilkens.com/product/w1-suitcase/c-23/c-67/p-97) For wealthy jet-setters, the W1 [crowdfunded luxury suitcase](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultradurable-luggage) from Wilkens is the ultimate travel companion for that next trip to Cape Cod or the French Riviera. Boasting a refined construction of leather, hardwood, brass and carbon fiber, this sturdy and reliable suitcase comes with a Lifetime Guarantee, so you know you're getting a truly top-of-the-line product. When famed designer Mauro Bianucci crafted the W1 Suitcase, he set out to incorporate only the [finest materials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aerionn-forma) into his new creation -- for instance, by sourcing top-quality leather from Denmark and tanning it in Italy. In a similar vein, mahogany and ebony trims serve as a subtle reminder that this suitcase is not only strong, but exquisite as well. Best of all, being that this is a crowdfunded project and each suitcase is custom-made, customers can select which colors and materials they like best, ensuring that the finished product which they receive is a truly [bespoke creation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holiday-handcarry). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 62% | Activity: 59% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Luxury](https://www.trendhunter.com/luxury) > [Ultra Luxury](https://www.trendhunter.com/ultraluxury) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Crowdfunded Luxury:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore new ways of engaging affluent customers and offer customizable luxury products through crowdfunding platforms. - **Vintage-inspired Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Tap into the nostalgia trend by creating luxury products that combine modern functionality with a vintage aesthetic. - **Customization and Personalization:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Meet the demand for unique and customized products by offering bespoke options for affluent consumers. ### Where This Applies - **Luggage and Travel:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce high-end, custom-made suitcases to cater to the luxury travel market. - **Crowdfunding:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop crowdfunding platforms specifically targeting affluent customers and luxury product creators. - **Fashion and Luxury:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Collaborate with luxury designers to create exclusive, high-end products that cater to the affluent consumer segment. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Luxe Retro-Inspired Luggage Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carl-friedrik-trunk.md) - [Luxury Suitcase Collabs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rimowa-x-rick-owens.md) - [Chic Statuesque Suitcases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rimowa-x-rick-owens-original-cabin-bronze.md) - [Leather-Wrapped Premium Suitcases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leather-suitcase.md) - [Uniquely Constructed Suitcases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hybrid-luggage-collection.md) - [Professional Long Weekend Luggage](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bennett-winch-weekender.md) - [Collaboration Sonic Artwork Suitcases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/globetrotter-x-aston-martin.md) - [Demure Secret Agent Suitcases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/globetrotter-x-007-graphite-grey-carryon.md) - [Hybrid Ultra-Strong Suitcases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peak-design-roller-pro.md)