# Globetrotting Briefcases The TravelTeq 'Trash' Briefcase is For Frequent Fliers By Venessa Fisher | Published 2010-04-25 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/travelteq-trash-briefcase References: [coolhunting](http://www.coolhunting.com/travel/travelteq-trash.php) & [travelteq](http://www.travelteq.com/) If you've ever had issues when you arrive at your boarding gate and have to ruffle through your bags for your ticket and such, look no further than the TravelTeq Trash Briefcase designer for the frequent flier. This ultimate [leather travel bag](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bottega-veneta-6) features eight different compartments with everything from a [padded laptop sleeve](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monos-carryon-pro-plus) to a cell phone holder and an external [ticket pocket](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trackable-passport-wallet). The TravelTeq Trash Briefcase even includes a pen slot that doubles as a cigar holder for that post-flight relaxation. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 46% | Activity: 33% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Smart Luggage:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in creating briefcases with smart features like integrated ticket holders and digital organization systems. - **Luxury Travel Accessories:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in designing high-end travel accessories with multiple compartments and premium materials. - **Tech-integrated Bags:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in developing briefcases that integrate technology, such as wireless charging and IoT tracking for enhanced functionality. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Travel Accessories:** Potential for disruptive innovation in the travel accessories industry by creating innovative and functional briefcases tailored to frequent fliers' needs. - **Luxury Goods:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in luxury goods industry through the creation of high-end designer briefcases with advanced features and stylish designs. - **Smart Luggage:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in smart luggage industry by designing briefcases that incorporate advanced technology and digital organization systems. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Functional Comfort-Focused Briefcases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apex-briefcase.md) - [Travel-Friendly Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/72hour-backpack.md) - [Hybrid Travel Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/taskin-swift.md) - [Luxe Retro-Inspired Luggage Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carl-friedrik-trunk.md) - [Workstation-Equipped Laptop Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/workpod-mobile-office.md) - [Stylish Hard-Shell Trunks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bounce-checkin-trunk.md) - [Simplistic Repair-Friendly Suitcases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/transit-carryon.md) - [Business Traveler Suitcase Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/capsule-luggage.md) - [Tough Tech-Charging Suitcases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carl-friedrik-the-carryon-pro.md)