# Chic Tribal Carriers The Thomas IV AW11 Collection Boast Unique Details and Patterns By Meghan Young | Published 2011-03-25 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thomas-iv-aw11 References: [stylebubble](http://www.stylebubble.co.uk/style_bubble/2011/03/stuff-n-dump.html) & [liacinquegrano](http://www.liacinquegrano.com/lia_cinquegrano/bags_.html) If you're looking for a new bag this year, I suggest you go for one from the Thomas IV AW11 collection. You might have to wait a bit for the series to arrive, but it'll be worth it. With interesting and unique details as well as a bunch of [fall-appropriate patterns and colors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uniqlo-u-fw24), it is one of the more ideal purse lines this year. Designed by Lia Cinquegrano, the Thomas IV AW11 collection boasts tribal-like qualities that revolve around [Aztec-esque patterns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ophidian-mini-bag-collection), which are a huge fad right now. Further, with an interesting tie-dye quality, these pieces are surely ones that have a fresh outlook that's fit for fall. The [bucket shapes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-fleming-drawstring-bag) and muddy colors featured throughout the Thomas IV AW11 collection makes it easier to style with and practical to tote around. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 36% | Activity: 18% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Aztec-inspired Patterns:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in fashion design by incorporating Aztec-inspired patterns into various accessories and clothing lines. - **Tie-dye Quality:** Disruptive innovation opportunity in textile manufacturing by exploring new techniques and technologies to create unique tie-dye patterns. - **Bucket Shapes:** Potential disruptive innovation in bag design by reimagining the functionality and aesthetics of bucket-shaped bags. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion Design:** Fashion designers can tap into the trend of Aztec-inspired patterns to create unique and eye-catching collections. - **Textile Manufacturing:** Textile manufacturers can explore innovative techniques to meet the demand for tie-dye quality fabrics in the fashion industry. - **Bag Design:** Opportunity for bag designers to reimagine the traditional bucket shape and create innovative and stylish bag designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Avant-Garde Handbag Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hanifa.md) - [Versatile Bucket Bag Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-gabine-collection.md) - [Tattered Fabric-Heavy Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/our-legacy-1.md) - [Pattern-Heavy Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/needles-new-collection.md) - [Urban Explorer-Centric Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/topologie-1.md) - [Cross-Cultural Footwear Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rahul-mishra.md) - [Architecture-Inspired Handbag Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/furla-debuts.md) - [Premium Indian-Made Handbags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carriall-3.md) - [Nigerian-Inspired Handbags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/larallan.md)