# DIY Status Bags Printable Hermes Kelly By Bianca | Published 2008-05-10 | Marketing Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-hermes-kelly References: [notcot](http://www.notcot.com/archives/2008/05/free_hermes_kel.php) & [lesailes.hermes](http://lesailes.hermes.com/us/en/) Stop fantasizing about owning the much-worshiped [Hermes](http://lesailes.hermes.com/us/en)Kelly bag and get one of your own! This is even better than buying it from the boutique because you actually get to customize it by choosing the pattern. While it's probably not exactly what you had in mind when dreaming of the status bag, this DIY tote is still officially branded by [Hermes](http://lesailes.hermes.com/us/en)! The print-out bags can be cut out and designed to match any outfit you have... although I don't suggest putting anything heavier than a cheque inside. I'd also avoid any time of adverse weather, that includes mild winds and any type of rain... or humidity for that matter. Very cool that they're embracing the DIY movement, but I'm actually surprised they aren't offering a contest in conjunction. That would be a really great way to engage with the brand! If Hermes offered me the chance to win a Kelly or have my design go into production, you bet I'd be busy designing for Hermes all weekend! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 75% | Activity: 63% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Marketing](https://www.trendhunter.com/marketing) > [Branding](https://www.trendhunter.com/branding) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Printable Bags:** The trend of printable bags is disrupting traditional bag-making, presenting a great opportunity for companies to create customizable options. - **DIY Movement:** The DIY movement is gaining popularity, and companies can embrace it by offering customizable products that people can design and create themselves. - **Engaging with Customers:** Holding contests and engaging with customers presents a great opportunity for brands to increase customer loyalty and brand engagement. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion Industry:** The fashion industry can embrace the trend of printable bags by offering customized options and tapping into the DIY movement. - **Printing Industry:** The printing industry can seize the opportunity presented by printable bags and offer quality printing services for bags with unique and customizable designs. - **Marketing Industry:** The marketing industry can help brands engage with customers and increase their brand engagement by helping them hold contests and create personalized products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Luxury Handbag Dupes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wirkin.md) - [Luxury Bag Pop Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/birkin-bag.md) - [Bespoke Handbag Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kurt-geiger-one-of-a-kind.md) - [Versatile Warped Handbags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mschf-3.md) - [Performance-Driven Designer Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wings-of-hermes.md) - [Grocery Bag Runway Accessory](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/march-packable-tote-bag.md) - [Underwater-Created Whimsical Handbags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ariel-swipe.md) - [Cheesecake Handbags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheesecake-handbag.md) - [Practical Modern Luxury Handbags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/djourney-handbag.md)