# Fashionable Literature Purses The Runway DIY Book Clutch is Geek-Chic By Sarah Nazim | Published 2012-08-19 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/runway-diy-book-clutch References: [runwaydiy](http://runwaydiy.com/2012/02/02/diy-book-clutch/) & [facebook](https://www.facebook.com/RunwayDIY) This Runway DIY book clutch is an easy project that is geek-chic and functional. Perfect for the sophisticated type who like to look studious no matter where they go, this literature purse is ideal. At first glance, this purse looks like a regular textbook. In reality, it has more functionality. The materials needed to put this together includes a hardcover book, some glue, a brush, a clasp, a ruler and a knife. Simply carve out the pages in the book with a knife, glue the loose pages and sides together then attach a clasp. The inspiration for these clutches came from Olympia Le-Tan, who specializes in hardcover book clutches. Le-Tan’s purses are quite pricey, so for those who want to achieve the same look at an affordable cost, this fun DIY project is the perfect alternative. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 36% | Activity: 52% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% 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 - **DIY Book Clutches:** The rise of DIY book clutches presents opportunities for crafting and book industries to collaborate on creating unique products. - **Geek-chic Fashion:** The popularity of geek-chic fashion offers opportunities for book publishers and fashion designers to integrate their products and create innovative collaborations. - **Functional Fashion Accessories:** The trend of creating functional fashion accessories opens up opportunities for innovation in materials and design. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Crafting Industry:** The crafting industry can take advantage of the DIY book clutch trend by offering materials and tutorials for consumers to create their own unique products. - **Book Publishing Industry:** The book publishing industry has the opportunity to collaborate with the fashion industry to create unique products that combine literature and fashion. - **Fashion Industry:** The fashion industry can incorporate functional features into their accessories, and potentially tap into new markets by offering geek-chic and literary-inspired designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Novel-Inspired Wallets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/book-wallets.md) - [Functional Bookworm-Inspired Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/book-club-tote.md) - [Luxe Literary-Inspired Tote Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dior-book-tote.md) - [Imitation Book Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/novel-bookwallets.md) - [Sophisticated Belt Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-clio.md) - [Juice Pouch Purses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pouch-purse.md) - [Unique Book-Inspired Fans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/book-shaped-fans.md) - [Book-Inspired Tech Organizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/twelve-south-bookbook-caddysack.md) - [Croissant-Shaped Clutch Bag Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/croissant-clutch.md)