# Stylish Superhero Bags The 'Glowing Iron Man Purse' is Geeky but Fashionable By Marina Rotharmel | Published 2012-08-10 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glowing-iron-man-purse References: [obviouswinner](http://www.obviouswinner.com/obvwin/2012/8/8/custom-arc-reactor-glowing-iron-man-purse-for-the-super-ladi.html) & [thegoddess908.deviantart](http://thegoddess908.deviantart.com/gallery/) [Superheroes aren't just loved by boys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fantastic-four-first-steps) -- the TheGoddess908 made a [custom 'Glowing Iron Man Purse'](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/poco-x7-pro-iron-man-edition) to show her devotion to the film. This item would certainly be a hit at comic-con but it's also pretty fashionable considering the geeky inspiration. The purse is modeled around Iron Man's famous suit and chest piece. Its got the same [red and gold detailing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marvel-and-gshock) on it, and it even has a glowing Arc reactor piece right in the center where the bag clips together. The red areas on the purse are made out of leather and the gold hints are gold-coated suede. There's no need to wait till Halloween to show your love for the hunky superhero, you can rock this anytime of year. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.7/10 - Popularity: 46% | Activity: 28% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Geek Chic Fashion:** There is an opportunity for designers to create more stylish and wearable clothing and accessories inspired by geeky pop culture icons such as superheroes. - **Custom Fan Merchandise:** Creating custom fan merchandise allows for personalization and unique products that are not widely available, leading to a more loyal fan base. - **Gender-inclusive Pop Culture Fashion:** Designing fashion items inspired by pop culture icons that appeal to both men and women, can help to expand the market and create more diverse fashion options. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion and Accessories:** The fashion industry can tap into the large market of superhero fans by designing and creating more stylish and wearable clothing and accessories inspired by popular characters. - **Custom Merchandise:** The custom merchandise industry can provide fans with personalized and unique products that cater to their interests and passions, creating customer loyalty. - **Pop Culture Merchandise:** Pop culture merchandise industry can design and produce clothing and accessories that appeal to both males and females, expanding the fan base and sales. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Superhero-Themed Wireless Earbud Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iron-man-helmet.md) - [Comic-Themed Tech Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-heroes-vs-villains.md) - [Outfit-Matching OLED Handbags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peuty-infinity-bag.md) - [Juice Pouch Purses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pouch-purse.md) - [Branded Superhero Gaming Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/noblechairs-hero-iron-man-chair.md) - [Superhero Lifestyle Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fantastic-four-first-steps.md) - [Underwater-Created Whimsical Handbags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ariel-swipe.md) - [Superhero-Themed Block Pen Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-lord-helmet.md) - [Superhero-Themed Clogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spiderman-x-crocs.md)