# Anime-Inspired Luxury Satchels This Pokemon Backpack by Jason Wu is Surprisingly Elegant By Ariel Weber | Published 2013-02-16 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pokemon-backpack References: [gizmodiva](http://www.gizmodiva.com/fashion/jason-wus-jourdan-backpack-resembles-pokemon.php) & [jasonwustudio](http://www.jasonwustudio.com/viewall/jourdan-backpack.html) Though many might think that Pokemon would be able to shift into the high-end fashion world, Jason Wu has found a way to accomplish this with his [Pokemon inspired](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pokmon-pottery-barn-kids-collection) Jourdan Backpack. Though the animated franchise has primarily a child's fan base, this bag is ideal for those who grew up with the beloved characters and have yet to find an accessory that doesn't scream youth. The [Pokemon backpack](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tamagotchi-4) has red, white and black accent colors as well as Wu's signature elements, which together resembles the Pokemon itself. For those of you who may not know, this sphere is what is able to catch all of the Pokemon characters. This well-made and well-structured satchel is made from [baby calf and Saffiano leather](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moynat-x-kasing) and would serve perfectly for everyday wear. Pick up one of these bags and catch all of the glances of passerby's when sporting this satchel. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 60% | Activity: 56% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## 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 - **Anime-inspired Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore collaborations between high-end fashion designers and popular animated franchises to create unique and elegant accessories. - **Nostalgia Marketing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Tap into the nostalgic feelings of adults who grew up with beloved characters by creating luxury products inspired by childhood memories. - **Youthful Luxury:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop high-quality accessories that capture the essence of youth while still appealing to sophisticated adult consumers. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce high-end accessories inspired by popular animated franchises to create unique product offerings and resonate with nostalgic consumers. - **Luxury Goods:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Collaborate with designers and brands to create limited-edition luxury goods that merge childhood nostalgia with sophisticated aesthetics. - **Niche Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Target a niche market of adult consumers who seek fashionable accessories that pay homage to their favorite animated characters from their childhood. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Opulent Anime Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fendi-4.md) - [Cutesy Anime Travel Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pokmon-travel-gear.md) - [High-Fashion Anime Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fendi-x-frgmt-x-pokmon-collection.md) - [Anime-Inspired Lifestyle Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blackmilk-1.md) - [Bedazzled Anime Pendants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/king-ice-x-pokmon.md) - [Elevated Anime-Inspired Home Decor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nendo-pokmon-mosaic-collection.md) - [Elegant Anime Decor Furnishings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pokmon-pottery-barn-kids-collection.md) - [Whimsical Anime Decor Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pottery-barn-kids-2.md) - [Anime-Style Wallets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pokdex-wallet.md)