# Sustainable Suit Totes Old Suits Find New Life as the Joe Recycled Tote Bag By Allison Love | Published 2010-05-04 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/joe-recycled-tote-bag References: [coolthings](http://www.coolthings.com/old-clothes-new-life/) & [mearry](http://www.mearry.com/) Wondering what to do with an old suit that has either gone out of style or just doesn't fit? Turn it into a bag like the [Joe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canvas-tote-bag) Recycled Tote Bag. The Joe Recycled Tote Bag was created by [Eco Party](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/knork-eco-party-plate) Mearry a Korean not for profit design shop and is made from a real shirt and suit pair that have been neatly folded into a tote bag and sewn with leather straps. Each Joe Recycled Tote Bag is distinctly unique as it is made from one of a kind clothing and suits. To complete the sustainable aspect of the bag the leather straps are [recycled from old couches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freitag-x-tudes-studio), showing the endless possibilities of recycling. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 70% | Activity: 25% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Upcycling Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity lies in finding new ways to repurpose old clothing and create unique, sustainable products. - **Sustainable Accessories:** Creating accessories from recycled materials offers a market for environmentally conscious consumers and innovative designers. - **One-of-a-kind Fashion:** The demand for custom, unique fashion items opens up opportunities for designers to create products that stand out in a crowded market. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion Industry:** Incorporating upcycled materials and sustainable practices can help fashion brands differentiate themselves and tap into the growing demand for eco-friendly products. - **Home Furnishing Industry:** Using recycled materials in the production of home furnishing items presents an opportunity for companies to offer sustainable options to environmentally conscious consumers. - **Design Industry:** Designers can showcase their creativity and craftsmanship by repurposing old materials to create unique, one-of-a-kind products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Stylish Cooler Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tote-cooler.md) - [Everyday Sustainable Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/versatile-bags-for-essentials.md) - [Retail Overconsumption Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coachtopia-1.md) - [Sustainably Functional Totes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-apex-everyday-tote.md) - [Upcycled Carrying Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coastline-ecosmart.md) - [Upcycled Couch Sports Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/off-the-couch-bags.md) - [Convenience-Focused Upcycled Tote Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/out-of-the-ocean1.md) - [Woven Statement Totes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holst-lee1.md) - [Airline Safety Equipment Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/upcycled-life-vests.md)