# Retro-Colored Multitools The Leatherman x Topo Designs Skeletool Has a Nostalgic Color Scheme By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2022-05-31 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leatherman-x-topo-designs-skeletool References: [hiconsumption](https://hiconsumption.com/leatherman-x-topo-designs-skeletool/) & [leatherman](https://www.leatherman.com/topo-designs-skeletool-683.html)  The [Leatherman](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leatherman-skeletool-cx) x [Topo Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/duck-camo) [Skeletool](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skeletool-rx) is a collaboration multitool from the brands designed with function and form in mind. The accessory is designed with a handful of essential tools in its compact form, which includes hardwire cutters, two kinds of pliers, a 420HC combo knife, a large bit driver and more. The tool is finished with vibrant pops of yellow, red and blue to give it a distinctly retro style aesthetic that will be perfect for those with penchant for funky designs. The Leatherman x Topo Designs Skeletool comes with a sheath constructed out of 1,000D nylon on the exterior and 420D nylon on the interior with the same color scheme to match perfect. Weighing in at five-ounces, the multitool is available now for $100 but is limited to just 2,500 examples. Image Credit: Leatherman | Topo Designs ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.6/10 - Popularity: 90% | Activity: 96% | Freshness: 12% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Retro-colored Tools:** Incorporate vintage color schemes into traditional tool designs for a unique product offering. - **Collaboration Multitools:** Partner with complementary brands to create functional yet stylish multitools. - **Compact Essentials:** Streamline tool designs to emphasize a compact and versatile form factor. ### Where This Applies - **Outdoor Equipment:** Incorporate retro color schemes into an expanding line of outdoor gear to offer a unique look. - **Collaborative Design:** Partner with like-minded brands to produce a range of tools and accessories for the DIY and outdoors markets. - **E-commerce Retail:** Create exclusive and limited edition products to drive sales and engagement with niche markets. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Chic Ceramic-Coated Multitools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leatherman-skeletool-cx.md) - [EDC Compact Dynamic Multi-Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skeletool-rx.md) - [Celebratory Pocket Multitools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leatherman-garage-batch-005-40th-anniversary-tool.md) - [Commemorative Original Model Multitools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leatherman-garage-mr-crunch.md) - [Metallic Retro-Inspired Mutlitools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leatherman-rebar.md) - [Colorful Multitool Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/multitool-designs.md) - [Lightweight Skeletal Multi-Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skeletal-multitool.md) - [Replicated Old-Fashioned Multitools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/victorinox-replica-1897-edition.md) - [Durable 90s Era Multitools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leatherman-wave-alpha.md)