# Bourbon-Colored Carry-Ons These Leather Messenger Bags Have Rugged Appeal By Sarah Dos Santos | Published 2013-11-01 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leather-messenger-bags References: [fancy](http://fancy.com/things/175169150899982815/Messenger-Bag-by-Antigua-Leather-Goods) & [antigualeather](http://www.antigualeather.com/) If you’re someone who likes comfort with a side of durability, these leather messenger bags are just for you. Made by Antigua Leather Goods, these hand-crafted bags are 100% pure grain leather. They have a tough, rugged appeal and definitely carry sophistication with them. The bags have thigh leather straps that go over your shoulder and buckles to clasp shut. They feature steel hardware and have a sturdy canvas lining that is guaranteed to last. Like all pure leather products, the bags will eventually conform to your shape, offering you even more comfort and customization. The straps and buckles are also easy to adjust so you can be sure it will be comfortable and keep your items secure. The deep chocolate brown color is highly appealing. The warm tone is very sophisticated and will go well with any of your autumn outfits. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 47% | Activity: 41% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Durable Leather Goods:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in creating long-lasting and customizable leather products. - **Rugged Appeal:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in designing products that combine toughness and sophistication. - **Comfortable Carry-ons:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in developing convenient and adjustable bags for travel. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion Accessories:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the fashion industry by creating durable and stylish leather goods. - **Luggage and Travel Gear:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the travel industry by designing comfortable and secure carry-on bags. - **Leather Goods Manufacturing:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the manufacturing industry by producing long-lasting and customizable leather products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ultra-Sophisticated Leather Travel Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leather-travel-bags.md) - [Premium European Leather Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/generation-leather-collection.md) - [Full-Grain Leather Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rmfr-edc.md) - [Genuine Leather Fashion Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carry-bag.md) - [Chrome Bottle-Attached Luxe Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biker-messenger.md) - [Travel-Inspired Handbag Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/patricia-nash-designs-bags.md) - [Adaptable Handmade Messenger Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roderer-award.md) - [Indian-Made Leather Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vilaasa-lifestyle.md) - [Structured Leather Totes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/river-suede-shoulder-bag.md)