# Battle-Ready Bags Combat Winter With Tough Military-Tested Killspencer Bags By Meghan Young | Published 2009-09-22 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/killspencer-bags References: [killspencer](http://www.killspencer.com/) Winter is a mean old man and he wrangles the survivor/fighter out of all of us, but at least men can now equip themselves with Killspencer bags. And it doesn't hurt that, as Mike Chino observes, “[S]imple utilitarian chic is everywhere in menswear of late.” Durable enough to last a lifetime (or to pack a heavy AK-47), Killspencer bags, which include [backpacks, messenger bags and duffles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/duffalo-duffle), are “made from [recycled military truck tarps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/malle-expedition-collection) and coated cotton canvas.” I seriously don't know any guy who wouldn't think that was very cool. The Repurposed Collection featuring these battle-salvaged Killspencer Bags is definitely worth picking up. If not for the military aspect, than at least for its [handmade quality](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leather-bags). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.5/10 - Popularity: 18% | Activity: 20% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Military-inspired Design:** Businesses in the fashion and accessories industry can leverage military-inspired design to appeal to customers looking for durable and long-lasting products. - **Eco-friendly Fashion:** As consumers become more environmentally conscious, businesses in the fashion industry can tap into eco-friendly materials like recycled truck tarps and cotton canvas to differentiate themselves and appeal to conscious consumers. - **Utilitarian Chic:** Businesses in the menswear industry can tap into the trend of utilitarian chic by offering simple yet stylish designs that prioritize function and durability. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion and Accessories:** Companies in the fashion and accessories industries can leverage military-inspired design and eco-friendly materials to offer durable and stylish products that appeal to conscious consumers. - **Outdoor and Adventure Gear:** The durable and long-lasting nature of military-inspired products like Killspencer bags make them well-suited for the outdoor and adventure gear industry, where customers are looking for reliable and high-quality gear. - **Men's Lifestyle:** In the men's lifestyle industry, businesses can tap into the trend of utilitarian chic by offering simple and stylish products that prioritize function and durability. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Militaristic Winter-Ready Bag Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/malice-bags.md) - [Tough Tactical Duffle Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spclst-system-duffel-bag.md) - [Durable Versatile Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/durable-versatile-bags.md) - [Retro Militant Backpack Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waxed-canvas-backpack.md) - [Celebrity-Coveted Travel Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sprayground-offers.md) - [Field-Ready Travel Duffels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/duffalo-duffle.md) - [Urbanite EDC Backpack Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kifaru-backpacks.md) - [Minimalist Leather Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leather-bags.md) - [Cargo Pocket-Adorned Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/general-research-parasite-bag.md)