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Crisp Mail-Like Satchels

These Organic Handmade Bags are Made of Leaf Extracts

— June 22, 2013 — Eco
These may look like brown paper envelopes at a glance, but they're actually handmade purses by Taiwanese brand mu-zhi-bu. The organic creations are designed to look natural and paper-like. To get this look, the creators purposely used a specially blended fabric using leaf extracts. The result is a rugged look with some crinkly lines. The collection only consists of earthy colors like shades of browns and maroon.

The bag is made of all natural eco-friendly materials, free of harmful substances. Though it looks crinkly on the outside, the bag is said to feel like a mix between cotton and leather. The satchel comes with a strap that can be tucked away, transforming the bag into a cute clutch. The bag would be ideal for those who seek style while being environmentally conscious.

Trend Themes
1. Eco-friendly Fashion - The use of organic and sustainable materials to create fashionable items such as bags or clothing presents an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the fashion industry.
2. Natural-looking Designs - Designs that incorporate leaf extracts or other natural elements to create a rugged but stylish appearance can disrupt the market for traditional fashion accessories.
3. Convertible Accessories - Creating accessories that can transform from one style to another, such as a satchel that can be converted into a clutch, presents an opportunity for innovative design in the fashion industry.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion and Apparel - The eco-friendly and natural design elements of these handmade bags can disrupt the traditional fashion industry and create a new market for sustainable fashion.
2. Arts and Crafts - The handmade nature of the bags creates opportunities for small artisanal businesses to enter the market with unique, sustainable products.
3. Sustainability - The use of all natural, eco-friendly materials in these bags can disrupt the market for unsustainable products in industries beyond fashion, such as construction and packaging.
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