# Water-Repellent Compartment Bags HYKE Updated the PORTER Bags for All Weather Conditions By Elena Rahman | Published 2022-02-02 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-porter-bags References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2022/2/porter-hyke-helmet-bag-collaboration-release-info) & [hyke.jp](https://hyke.jp/) The [PORTER](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allnew-tanker) Bags were recently revamped to include water-repellent fabric. [HYKE](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyke-and-the-north-face) and PORTER updated the Helmet Bag to increase its versatility, making it ideal for daily use no matter the weather. The bags are now equipped with a [water-repellent coating](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pieces-for-rainy-days) for a worry-free experience. Japanese bag specialist PORTER teamed with HYKE for its Spring/Sumer 2022 collaboration to launch six iterations of the Helmet Bag. The partnership marks the first time the two brands work together. Available in three colorways -- Sand, Olive, and Black -- the bags are equipped with various compartments. They are also cushioned at the shoulder belt, which users can easily remove when not in use. Each bag is complete with a key case and the original PORTER storage bag. Image Credit: PORTER / HYKE ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 45% | Activity: 20% | Freshness: 11% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Water-repellent Bags:** Opportunity for manufacturers to incorporate water-repellent coating in their bags, increasing their versatility for all weather conditions. - **Collaborative Design:** Opportunity for brands to collaborate and merge their expertise to create a unique product that targets a wider range of consumers. - **Modular Design:** Opportunity for manufacturers to design bags with customizable and interchangeable compartments, allowing for a more tailored experience for consumers. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion and Accessories:** Opportunity for fashion brands to invest in functional and versatile accessories that cater to the changing weather conditions. - **Outdoor Gear:** Opportunity for outdoor gear manufacturers to incorporate water-repellent fabric and modular design in their products to provide customers with enhanced functionality and convenience. - **Luggage:** Opportunity for luggage manufacturers to innovate in their product design by incorporating water-repellent coating and modular compartments to deliver a hassle-free travel experience for consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Material-Updated Technical Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allnew-tanker.md) - [Celebratory Plant-Based Bag Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/porter-tanker.md) - [Functional Collaborative Technical Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comme-des-garons-and-porter.md) - [Posh Plant-Based Bag Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/porter-yoshida.md) - [Collaborative Floral-Detailed Nylon Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cecilie-bahnsen-3.md) - [Water-Ready Duffle Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zhik-submersible-duffel-bag.md) - [Optimized Airline Travel Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-porter-backpack.md) - [Compact Bamboo Tote Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/filament-collection.md) - [Multimodal Waterproof Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/multimodal-waterproof-backpacks.md)