# Flat Drawstring Bags The Lay-n-Go Bags Open Flat to Scoop Up Items to Carry By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2013-12-07 | World Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lay-n-go References: [gizmodo](http://gizmodo.com/the-perfect-toiletry-bag-for-those-morally-opposed-to-o-1476647606) & [layngo](http://www.layngo.com/products.php) The Lay-n-Go bags make it easy to see exactly what you've packed, because when it is opened up, it lies completely flat. The bag has a circular shape and a [drawstring closure](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-fleming-drawstring-bag), so that you can lay out everything you need and make sure you haven't missed packing anything, or unzip to easily find an item. Lay-n-Go has two types of bags available: a 'Traveller' bag, which is just the right size for [small toiletries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bask-bag) and a larger 'Lifestyle' bag that's ideal for toting around toys, craft projects or items for a day trip. The Lifestyle bag has [backpack-like straps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nanobag-1) that make it even more portable. Because of its unique circular shape, the bags can pack in a lot of stuff. And even if there is ever a spill inside of the bag, the whole thing can easily be washed. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 48% | Activity: 40% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [World](https://www.trendhunter.com/world) > [Travel](https://www.trendhunter.com/travel) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Circular Bags:** The circular shape of bags provides new design and functionality opportunities for bag manufacturers to develop or redesign bags. - **Drawstring Closures:** Innovations in drawstring closures present design opportunities in the bag-making industry for manufacturers to develop more efficient and innovative closure mechanisms. - **Flat-pack Bags:** The idea of flat pack bags is a disruptive innovation that can change the way consumers travel or pack for their daily commute. ### Where This Applies - **Travel and Luggage Industry:** The Travel and luggage industry could develop a new line or adopt the new trend of circular bags and drawstring closures, providing the market with more functional bags. - **Childcare and Toy Industry:** The Childcare and toy industry could promote the use of drawstring bags as a child-friendly storage solution for toys, promoting a sense of organization among children. - **Fashion Industry:** The fashion industry could incorporate flat pack bags into its product line, providing a new and trendy way of carrying everyday essentials. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [18-Pocket Travel Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-hop-bag-1.md) - [Travel-Ready Toiletry Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/travel-toiletry-bag1.md) - [Quick-Dry Mesh Duffle Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luno-mesh-gear-duffel.md) - [Lifestyle-Conscious Duffle Packs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blackbriar-allaround-duffle-backpack.md) - [Celebrity-Coveted Travel Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sprayground-offers.md) - [Spacious Modular Multifunctional Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/switchup.md) - [Ultra-Compact Packable Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nanobag-1.md) - [Sleek Multifuntional Lifestyle Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bask-bag.md) - [Structural Transparent Bag Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maria-olhovnikova.md)