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# Typographic Traveler Handkerchiefs
The Explorer Pocket Square Design is a Detailed Antiquated Map

By M | Published 2016-01-18 | Special
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pocket-square-design
References: [fancy](https://fancy.com/things/976922154975107545/Explorer-Pocket-Square?utm=timeline_featured) & [fancy](https://fancy.com/)

For consumers that enjoy to travel, the Explorer Pocket Square design features an elegant vintage map pattern on a luxurious cotton fabric. The typographic aesthetic of the handkerchief provides a dapper look while simultaneously encouraging wearers to "think outside the pocket."

The sleek handkerchief features a detailed cartography map of coordinates showcasing detailed locations and the terrain. The design is printed on soft, 100% white cotton and is also conveniently reversible for a much more subdued look. The scarf has a bold print making it ideal to add to [classic uniform suits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-resort-collection) for a pop of color or added interest. The handkerchief can also be a conversational piece about the wearer's potential interest in [travelling the world](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/world-traveler).

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 5.8/10
- Popularity: 80% | Activity: 85% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### What Makes This Trend Stand Out

- **Vintage Map Decor:** There is an opportunity to create more luxurious and creative products using vintage map patterns for decorative purposes.
- **Multipurpose Clothing Accessories:** Designers can innovate on clothing accessories, like handkerchiefs, that serve more than one purpose and add functionality while enhancing style.
- **Geographic Typography:** There is a trend towards the use of typography in map designs to create compelling products that cater to consumers' love for travelling and adventure.

### Sectors Adopting This

- **Fashion:** There's an opportunity for fashion designers to incorporate map patterns into their designs to create unique pieces of clothing and accessories.
- **Home Decor:** Home decor designers can leverage the demand for vintage map designs by integrating them into products like wall art, blankets, and curtains.
- **Travel Industry:** Tourism companies can use vintage map designs to promote their services and inspire travelers to explore different destinations.

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