# Creepy-Crawly Bags Resembling a Lifelike Bug, the Bugbackpack Will Scare All of Your Friends By Leslie Chen | Published 2011-05-29 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-bugbackpack References: [gizmodiva](http://www.gizmodiva.com/other-stuff/bugbackpack-looks-like-a-mutant-growth.php) & [news.3yen](http://news.3yen.com/2011-05-19/badassbackass-bug-backpack-but-of-course-from-japan/) Looking more like a creature from the Alien movies than a carrier, the Bugbackpack makes a statement in a creepy-crawly way. Resembling a gigantic bug, the backpack is disturbingly lifelike and will definitely scare away anyone who lays his eyes on it. Coming from Japan, the Bugbackpack functions like any [normal backpack](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fjallraven-kanken-koncept) that carries your supplies and lunch for school. The appearance, however, is a totally different issue. With hair on its legs and a glossy shell, the gigantic bug looks like it has latched onto whoever wears it and won't let go. Whatever your reasons may be for wearing the Bugbackpack, it is guaranteed to scare away anyone near you. Useful for a prank or [Halloween](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/at-the-edge-of-time), the backpack truly makes a gruesome fashion statement. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 25% | Activity: 64% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) > [Bizarre](https://www.trendhunter.com/bizarre) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Creepy-crawly Fashion:** Opportunities exist to create fashion accessories that merge creepy and fashionable designs. - **Personalized Backpacks:** Create personalized backpacks that cater to unique interests, hobbies, and preferences. - **Eco-friendly Backpacks:** Introduce biodegradable backpacks as fashion accessories and contribute to environmental preservation. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion and Accessories:** Innovative backpack designs that cater to the tastes of daring fashion lovers can disrupt the fashion industry. - **Design and Marketing:** Designers and marketers can focus on creative and unique backpack designs that catch the attention of consumers looking for unconventional items. - **Sustainability and Environment:** Introduce eco-friendly backpacks and contribute to preserving the environment while providing options for consumers looking for environmentally friendly items. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cargo Pocket-Adorned Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/general-research-parasite-bag.md) - [Oversized Earbud Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airpack.md) - [Industrial Sci-Fi Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sprayground-x-dune.md) - [Earbud-Inspired Backpack Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airpack-backpack.md) - [Iconic Villain Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scarface-backpack.md) - [Toy Capsule Display Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/showy-gacha-2.md) - [Snack-Inspired Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheetos-x-sprayground.md) - [Internet Icon Accessory Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/finder-icon-backpack.md) - [Odor-Segregating Travel Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/odorsegregating-travel-backpack.md)