# Fashionably Foldable Wallets The 'Designed Good' Paperwallet is Stylish and Eco Friendly By Katy Gathright | Published 2012-10-25 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paperwallet-features-creative-design References: [designyoutrust](http://designyoutrust.com/2012/10/paperwallet-features-original-art-on-a-new-kind-of-canvas/) & [designedgood](http://designedgood.com/products/oliviera-paperwallet) Paperwallet features creative design in every way one could think of: They're completely functional with an inventive [paper-thin design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fragmenti), eco-friendly with creative use of [recycled material](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pape) and they showcase artists from around the world. The wallets come in [limited edition collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neocraft-wallet-collection) that feature talented artists whose work may not be affordable for everyone under normal circumstances -- each one contains an authenticity artist's card. The artists featured on each piece are not only from around the world, but approach art from all sorts of angles: graphic design, art direction, street art and gallery work. The company itself supports design in one additional way: you can turn in your current wallet for a 15% discount on a new design so it can recycle the old one. The company encourages you to discover and represent new artists. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.4/10 - Popularity: 20% | Activity: 14% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Functional Design:** The trend of incorporating innovative and practical features into design to enhance functionality and usability, as seen in the paper-thin and eco-friendly wallets. - **Sustainable Fashion:** The trend of creating environmentally friendly fashion products using recycled materials and supporting artists from around the world, as exemplified by the limited edition collections of Paperwallet. - **Artistic Collaborations:** The trend of collaborating with talented artists from various disciplines to create unique and exclusive fashion products, allowing for wider appreciation and access to art. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion Accessories:** The fashion accessories industry can explore opportunities to develop functional and eco-friendly products, such as wallets, that cater to environmentally conscious consumers. - **Sustainable Design:** The sustainable design industry can leverage innovative materials and collaborations with artists to create eco-friendly fashion products that promote art appreciation and recycling. - **Global Art Market:** The global art market can benefit from partnerships with fashion brands to increase the visibility and accessibility of artists' work, providing a new platform for art appreciation and consumer engagement. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sleek Colorful Card Wallets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wallet-30.md) - [RFID-Blocking Origami Wallets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/origami-wallet.md) - [Sturdy PFAS-Free Wallets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peak-design-travel-wallets.md) - [Folder Icon-Inspired Wallets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pc-folder-wallet.md) - [Upcycled Leather Wallet Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/upcycled-leather-wallet.md) - [Feature-Rich Wallet Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neocraft-wallet-collection.md) - [Novel-Inspired Wallets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/book-wallets.md) - [Retro Tech Wallets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/floppy-disk-wallet.md) - [Eco-Friendly Paper Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paper-camera.md)