# Space Opera Suitcases This R2D2-Inspired Star Wars Carry-On Luggage is Out of This World By Alyson Wyers | Published 2014-11-03 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-wars-carryon References: [thinkgeek](http://www.thinkgeek.com/product/1e45/?cpg=wnrss) You might not be able to travel on a space ship (yet), but you can fly in style with this geektastic Star Wars carry-on. Available from ThinkGeek, this R2D2 luggage will make your flight or travel experience out of this world. The Star Wars carry-on meets sizing restrictions for the majority of airlines and is the ideal suitcase for fans of the franchise. Its features include a [hard shell](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hardshell-carryon-suitcase), [collapsible aluminum handle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aerionn-forma), two sets of zippers, a fully lined and divided interior, elastic straps inside and four all-direction wheels. This makes it easy to manoeuver around a busy airport. The officially licensed Star Wars merchandise and exclusive ThinkGeek product will make you feel just like Luke Skywalker as R2D2 trails behind you. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.4/10 - Popularity: 9% | Activity: 26% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Geektastic Luggage:** The popularity of geek culture inspires the creation of unique and themed luggage, offering a disruptive innovation opportunity in the travel industry. - **Licensed Merchandise:** The demand for officially licensed merchandise opens up opportunities for businesses to collaborate with popular franchises and create exclusive products. - **Smart Suitcases:** The integration of technology into suitcases, such as collapsible handles and all-direction wheels, presents a disruptive innovation opportunity in the luggage industry. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Travel:** The travel industry can embrace the geektastic luggage trend by offering themed travel experiences and collaborating with geek culture brands. - **Retail:** The retail industry can tap into the demand for licensed merchandise by partnering with popular franchises and creating exclusive products to attract fans. - **Luggage:** The luggage industry can explore the integration of technology, such as smart features, to enhance the travel experience and stand out in the market. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Space-Inspired Suitcases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solgaard-x-startalk.md) - [See-Through Ride-On Suitcases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airwheel-suitcase.md) - [Collaborative Cartoon Suitcases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/globetrotter-x-disney-carryon-case.md) - [Rideable Carry-On Suitcases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modobag-20.md) - [Pet-Friendly Travel Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/petfriendly-carryon-suitcase.md) - [Collaboration Sonic Artwork Suitcases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/globetrotter-x-aston-martin.md) - [Toy Brick-Inspired Luggage Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trolley-and-backpack-set.md) - [Demure Secret Agent Suitcases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/globetrotter-x-007-graphite-grey-carryon.md) - [Northern Lights Suitcases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rimowa-original-cabin-aurora-borealis.md)