# Comic Book-Friendly Backpacks Jim Lee and HEX Work on an Innovative Backpack for Comic Book Fans By Kalin Ned | Published 2019-07-05 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/innovative-backpack References: [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/hexandjimlee/hex-x-jim-lee-the-first-backpacks-for-artists-and-collectors?ref=90v5it) An innovative backpack is in the works, made possible through a collaboration between HEX and renowned comic book artist Jim Lee. The aesthetics of the bag boasts function-forward design decisions that make the product agreeable, if not perfect, for the serious comic book collector or the graphic novel artist. From an 11'' x 17'' removable portfolio sleeve and an art supply organizer to a waterproof ink pocket and a fleece-lined laptop compartment, the innovative backpack embraces details that are usually omitted in traditional bag designs. In terms of visual presence, HEX and Jim Lee keep the innovative backpack in a clean, minimalist shape, assuring that the aesthetics fit the tastes of all creatives — both bold and those who are more low-key. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 42% | Activity: 23% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Comic Book-friendly Backpacks:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Designing backpacks with specialized features for comic book collectors and graphic novel artists. - **Function-forward Design Decisions:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Applying function-forward design principles to traditional bags for improved usability and organization. - **Clean and Minimalist Aesthetics:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrating clean and minimalist design elements into backpacks to appeal to a wide range of creative professionals. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Creating specialized backpacks for niche markets like comic book enthusiasts, expanding the fashion accessories industry. - **Art Supplies:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Developing innovative backpacks that include dedicated compartments and organizers for art supplies, enhancing the art supplies industry. - **Design and Creative Tools:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Collaborating with artists and designers to create backpacks with functional features and appealing aesthetics, revolutionizing the design and creative tools industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Organization-Forward Backpack Drops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/matrix-backpack.md) - [Industrial Sci-Fi Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sprayground-x-dune.md) - [Tactical Tech-Infused Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coalax-lancer300.md) - [Next-Gen Business Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/work-backpack-that-stands-up.md) - [Earbud-Inspired Backpack Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airpack-backpack.md) - [Iconic Villain Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scarface-backpack.md) - [Contemporary Travel Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bis-classic-backpack.md) - [Oversized Earbud Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airpack.md) - [Building-Block-Inspired Bag Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/herschel-x-lego.md)