# Toddler Step Stool Suitcases The 'Hop' Suitcase Aids Young Ones During Travel By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2019-06-19 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hop-suitcase References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2019/06/18/a-suitcase-designed-to-help-your-toddler-one-step-at-a-time/) The 'Hop' suitcase is a travel accessory for youngsters that will provide them with a way to enhance their independence when on the road. The playful [travel case](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/floyd-bold-suitcase) has a distinctly rugged design that will enable children to pull it along via the integrated strap or even ride it around for entertainment. The durable design can also be used as a [step stool](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sitlit-high-chair) upon arrival at a hotel, which will enable children to reach items that are higher up or even maintain more independence when in the bathroom. The 'Hop' suitcase is the design work of Knack, a product design studio specializing in [simple mobility products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luggical). Hop provides ample space for children to keep their essentials stowed, which also eliminates the need for parents to share the space in their own case. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 62% | Activity: 56% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Alpha - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Youth](https://www.trendhunter.com/youth) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Toddler Travel Accessories:** Opportunities for companies to design innovative and playful travel accessories for children that enhance their independence when on the road. - **Multipurpose Luggage:** Opportunities for luggage manufacturers to design durable and practical luggage that doubles as step stools or other useful items. - **Rugged Kid-friendly Design:** Opportunities for product designers to create tough and playful designs that can withstand the wear and tear of kids' adventures. ### Who This Affects Most - **Children's Luggage:** Companies that specialize in designing and manufacturing luggage specifically for children. - **Family Travel:** Industries that cater to family travel, such as hotels and amusement parks, could provide these innovative toddler step stool suitcases as a unique selling point. - **Product Design:** Product design companies that specialize in creating innovative and practical designs for everyday use, particularly for the younger demographic. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Stroller-Equipped Suitcase Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/easy-journey-travel-case.md) - [Travel-Optimized Baby Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stokke.md) - [Kids Modern Step Stool](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/totto-step.md) - [18-Pocket Travel Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-hop-bag-1.md) - [Chic Modular Travel Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/slideshow/the-perfect-travel-bag) - [See-Through Ride-On Suitcases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airwheel-suitcase.md) - [Functional Furniture Suitcases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lulley-luggage-trolley.md) - [Customizable Backpack-Style Suitcases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roller-travel-bag.md) - [Bedside Table-Equipped Suitcases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/suitcase-design.md)