# Luxe Nylon Backpacks PORTER and rag & bone Joined to Design a Series of Refined Carriers By Riley von Niessen | Published 2016-09-08 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nylon-backpacks References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2016/9/rag-bone-porter-2016-fw-collection) & [rag-bone](http://www.rag-bone.com/search?q=porter) [PORTER](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comme-des-garons-and-porter) and rag & bone, two celebrated brands specializing in high-end goods, collaborated to bring consumers a fresh line of nylon backpacks and gym bags. Each of the products in the collection features a minimalist design -- with neutral tones, sleek structures and elegant understated branding. The collection, which is said to be based on [PORTER's former 'Tanker Series,'](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/porter-tanker) can be picked up in military olive, black and navy variations. Each of the nylon backpacks and gym bags is accented with a few bright orange components as well, offering the otherwise all-neutral carriers a welcome pop of color. The collaborative series marks the third release from PORTER and rag & bone, showing that the partnership has so far proven successful and is likely to occur again. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.7/10 - Popularity: 62% | Activity: 42% | 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) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Collaborative Design:** The collaboration between PORTER and rag & bone showcases the trend of brands joining forces to create unique and refined products. - **Minimalist Design:** The use of neutral tones, sleek structures, and understated branding in the nylon backpacks reflects the trend towards minimalism in fashion and accessories. - **Pop of Color:** The addition of bright orange components to the otherwise neutral carriers demonstrates the trend of using vibrant accents to make products stand out. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion and Accessories:** The collaboration between PORTER and rag & bone highlights the potential for innovative partnerships in the fashion and accessories industry. - **Luggage and Travel:** The nylon backpacks and gym bags cater to the growing demand for stylish and functional luggage options in the travel industry. - **Collaborative Retail:** The successful partnership between PORTER and rag & bone suggests opportunities for disruptive innovation in the retail industry, where brands come together to create exclusive product lines. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Collaborative Floral-Detailed Nylon Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cecilie-bahnsen-3.md) - [Functional Collaborative Technical Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comme-des-garons-and-porter.md) - [Elevated Collaborative Travel Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bunney-1.md) - [Material-Updated Technical Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allnew-tanker.md) - [Collab Jacquard Bag Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sandy-liang-x-porter.md) - [Celebratory Plant-Based Bag Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/porter-tanker.md) - [Couture Bag Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cecilie-bahnsen-x-porter.md) - [Posh Plant-Based Bag Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/porter-yoshida.md) - [QSR Cafe-Themed Luxe Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/porter-and-starbucks.md)