# Chic Gamer Clutches The Video Game Controller Zipper Purse is Stylishly Geeky By Marina Rotharmel | Published 2012-10-17 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/game-controller-zipper-purse References: [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/listing/105452212/video-game-controller-zippered-wallet-in?ref=cat1_gallery_9) Geeky gamer girls everywhere are sure to love the Video Game Controller Zipper Purse. This item screams vintage arcade-lover and is sure to add some geek-chic to any wardrobe. This cute purse comes is courtesy of [Etsy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arcade-clock) seller Missi Sidwell and can be bought off her 1UPGallery page. The Video Game Controller Zipper Purse looks like the old-school [Nintendo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nyxi) controller. It's got the same rectangle shape in the classic gray color and even has all the same buttons adorned on it. She adds some girly flair to it with the zipper colors which are available in purple, blue, green, yellow, orange and pink. Sidwell actually upcycles old Nintendo controllers to make her creations. These would be the perfect gift for any nerdy gal. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 29% | Activity: 53% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Retro Gaming Fashion:** Creating fashionable items that appeal to the nostalgia of retro gaming. - **Sustainable Fashion:** Repurposing old gaming controllers for fashionable items to reduce waste and promote sustainability. - **Geek-chic Accessories:** Designing accessories with geeky elements that can easily be incorporated into everyday wear. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion:** Incorporating gaming-inspired elements into traditional fashion accessories. - **Gaming:** Repurposing old gaming controllers to create unique accessories for gamers and collectors. - **Sustainability:** Using repurposed items to create sustainable fashion accessories and promote environment-friendly products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Stylish Gaming Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xbox-wireless-controller.md) - [Retro-Style Game Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nyxi.md) - [Arcade Game-Inspired Purses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/claw-purse.md) - [Nostalgic Mobile Gaming Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-switch-gamecube-controller.md) - [Gaming Controller Hoodies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xbox-mini-controller-hoodie.md) - [Pink Tonal Gaming Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-2.md) - [90s-Inspired Gaming Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sky-cipher-special-edition-xbox-controller.md) - [Gamer-Designed Custom Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dream-controller.md) - [Low-Poly Game Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alpakka-controller.md)