# Skeleton Luggage II The Silver ‘Hero' by Samsonite & Alexander McQueen By Tinkalicious | Published 2008-11-09 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsonite-blings-up-the-hero References: [ifitshipitshere.blogspot](http://ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com/2008/11/samsonites-black-label-gets-glitzy.html) & [samsoniteblacklabel](http://www.samsoniteblacklabel.com/) The original version of [Samsonite](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsonite-x-boss)’s Hero suitcase was featured back in 2007 but has been reinvented once more. The case, which was designed by avant-garde designer Alexander McQueen, resembles the human torso, with a rib cage and sternum relief on the front and vertebrae configuration in the rear. This iteration of the Hero suitcase is now available in silver. If you are concerned that [silver luggage](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rimowa-titanium) is a recipe for a scratch-ridden disaster, the suitcase is painted with a thermoformable, impact-resistant paint developed by [Bayer](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bounce-checkin-trunk) for the auto industry. Following the trend in design to emulate textures and patterns found in nature, the AI2 case with its crocodile texture will also be available in the silver finish. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 53% | Activity: 67% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% 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) > [Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/jewelry) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Avant-garde Luggage:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Designers can explore unique and unconventional luggage designs inspired by art and nature to meet the demands of stylish travelers. - **Thermoformable Paint:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Leveraging advanced paint technologies from other industries, luggage manufacturers can create scratch-resistant and impact-resistant coatings for enhanced durability. - **Nature-inspired Textures:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporating natural textures and patterns in luggage design can cater to the growing trend of eco-conscious and fashion-forward travelers. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion & Lifestyle:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Collaborations between fashion designers and luggage brands can lead to the creation of unique, art-inspired luggage that appeals to the fashion-conscious consumers. - **Automotive:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Luggage manufacturers can collaborate with automotive paint suppliers to develop durable and impact-resistant coatings that offer superior performance in the luggage industry. - **Travel & Tourism:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporating nature-inspired textures and patterns in luggage design can attract environmentally conscious travelers who seek sustainable and fashionable travel accessories. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ultra-Sleek Luggage Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsonite-x-boss.md) - [Chic Shadow Effect Suitcases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/suitcase-of-the-light.md) - [Chic Statuesque Suitcases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rimowa-x-rick-owens-original-cabin-bronze.md) - [Intentionally Dented Luggage Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crash-baggage-edition.md) - [Artistically Adorned Luggage Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kenny-scharf1.md) - [Demure Secret Agent Suitcases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/globetrotter-x-007-graphite-grey-carryon.md) - [Fictional Spy-Inspired Suitvases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/james-bond-carryon-trolley-case.md) - [Collaboration Sonic Artwork Suitcases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/globetrotter-x-aston-martin.md) - [Heavy-Duty Aluminum Luggage](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aluminum-suitcases.md)