# Urban Bohemian Totes Donald J Pliner Returns to 60s Fashion with Leather & Lizard-Skin Purses By Jessica Marcel | Published 2009-09-19 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/donald-j-pliner-purses References: [couturecandy](http://www.couturecandy.com/donald-j-pliner/all/shop-designer.html) & [donaldjpliner](http://www.donaldjpliner.com/) Designer Donald J Pliner created his fall line of purses with the peace-loving 60s in mind. These bags mix the hippie fashion of the era with a contemporary couture look. The Narah Tote has peace symbol details—for the fashion conscious do-gooder who makes a statement with her details. These [totes and hobos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soffiettaluxe-hobo-bag) combine clean lines and relaxed style. Donald J Pliner has a keen eye for the current trend in purses: [designer but not too flashy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/josiie-bag), cute but big enough to be functional, and reminiscent of eras gone by. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 61% | Activity: 27% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Retro-inspired Fashion Accessories:** The revival of vintage fashion styles in modern accessories presents opportunities for companies to create unique and trendy products. - **Sustainable and Ethical Fashion:** Designers can incorporate eco-friendly materials and fair labor practices into the production of fashion accessories to appeal to conscientious consumers. - **Minimalist and Functional Design:** Fashion accessories with practical and simple designs have gained popularity among modern consumers who prioritize functionality over extravagance. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion Accessories:** The fashion accessories industry has the opportunity to embrace retro-inspired styles and create eco-friendly and functional designs. - **Luxury Goods:** The luxury goods industry can incorporate retro-designs into their high-end product lines. - **Eco-friendly Fashion:** Companies focused on eco-friendly fashion have the opportunity to collaborate with designers to create sustainable yet stylish accessories. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Revitalized Handbag Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marc-jacobs-stephen-sprouse.md) - [Functional Accessible Leather Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hobo-1.md) - [Travel-Inspired Handbag Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/patricia-nash-designs-bags.md) - [Vibrant City-Themed Handbags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-city-tote.md) - [Technical Modular Tote Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/doquintin.md) - [Resurging Quilted-Denim Handbags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coach-tabby-shoulder-bag.md) - [Collaborative Patterned Tote Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-tote-bag.md) - [Bold Graffiti Printed Totes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stephen-sprouse.md) - [Woven Statement Totes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holst-lee1.md)