# Studly Knapsacks The Porter & Swagger M.E.T.A.L. Collection Puts Some Punk Back in Your Backpack By Michael Hines | Published 2010-05-05 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/porter-swagger-metal-collection References: [highsnobiety](http://www.highsnobiety.com/news/2010/05/03/porter-x-swagger-m-e-t-a-l-collection/) & [zozo.jp](http://zozo.jp/shop/swagger/) Class isn't yet over for me, which means I could still get a lot of mileage out of the [Porter & Swagger](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allnew-tanker) M.E.T.A.L. Collection. These backpacks and wallets are sure to attract attention and can more than likely double as weapons in emergency situations. [Studs and spikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/replica-suit) are making a huge comeback, appearing on everything from shoes to corsets. The Porter & Swagger M.E.T.A.L. Collection continues the renaissance of studs and spikes. These backpacks and wallets look damn good too. The sky is the limit here. I fully expect to see studded and spiked underwear sooner rather than later. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.8/10 - Popularity: 8% | Activity: 9% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Studded Fashion:** Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Explore incorporating studs and spikes into various clothing and accessory items, expanding beyond backpacks and wallets. - **Punk-inspired Designs:** Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Create edgy and rebellious designs appealing to fashion-forward individuals who seek to make a statement with their attire. - **Multipurpose Accessories:** Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Develop versatile accessories that serve both style and functionality, such as backpacks and wallets that can be used in emergency situations. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Introduce punk-inspired and studded fashion items into the mainstream market, targeting consumers who crave unique and daring looks. - **Accessories:** Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Explore innovative ways to incorporate studs and spikes into various accessory products, ranging from jewelry to phone cases. - **Safety and Security:** Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Combine fashion and self-defense by creating accessories that can double as emergency tools, providing both style and protection. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Edgy Backpack-Centric Fashion Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/at-the-edge-of-time.md) - [Everyday Opulence Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/151-stealth-backpack.md) - [Cargo Pocket-Adorned Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/general-research-parasite-bag.md) - [Nostalgic Sci-Fi Backpack Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stranger-things-backpack-collection.md) - [Industrial Sci-Fi Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sprayground-x-dune.md) - [Luxe Metal Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/original-aluminum-backpack.md) - [Urban Explorer-Centric Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/topologie-1.md) - [Next-Gen Business Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/work-backpack-that-stands-up.md) - [Iconic Villain Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scarface-backpack.md)