# Upcycled Ocean Plastic Bags WANT Les Essentiels Introduces a Collection of Eco-Friendly Bags By Amy Duong | Published 2018-07-13 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/want-les-essentiels References: [highsnobiety](https://www.highsnobiety.com/p/want-les-essentiels-recycled-nylon-capsule/) & [wantlesessentiels](https://www.wantlesessentiels.com/us_en/nylon-collection) Luxury design house WANT Les Essentiels introduces its latest seasonal range entitled 'Recycled Nylon' -- all of which are constructed entirely out of [recycled plastic waste](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freitag-x-tudes-studio) drawn from the ocean. The environmentally friendly approach aims to highlight sustainability and infuses that into [travel accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sprayground-offers) that blend together performance sports with an elevation of eco-friendly designs. The Recycled Nylon collection is comprised of three styles in total -- there is the Rogue Utility backpack, the Fillmore waist bag, and the Bryce crossbody bag. All three items are made from ECONYL, which is a lightweight nylon materials made in Italy and fabricated using materials including fabrics, carpets, fishnets, and additional plastic waste. The zipper enclosures are [YKK](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spclst-system-duffel-bag) Excella water-resistent, the mesh is breathable, and the interiors boast a plethora of pockets. Additionally, there is also a hidden pocket made just for passport placement to suit travelling purposes even better. The whole range is now available for purchase online at instore at WANT Les Essentiels. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.2/10 - Popularity: 70% | Activity: 79% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Upcycling Ocean Plastic:** More companies can adopt the use of recycled ocean plastic waste to create eco-friendly products while increasing public awareness to promote sustainability. - **Eco-friendly Travel Accessories:** Designers can focus on creating sustainable travel accessories that blend together performance and eco-friendly designs to meet the needs of environmentally conscious consumers. - **Sustainable Materials in Luxury Design:** More luxury brands can incorporate sustainable materials into their products and designs, to appeal to eco-conscious consumers and promote environmentally friendly practices within the industry. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** Fashion brands can leverage sustainable design practices and materials to appeal to environmentally conscious consumers and promote the development of a more eco-friendly industry. - **Travel:** Travel companies can create environmentally friendly accessories, such as reusable water bottles and sustainable luggage options, to appeal to eco-conscious consumers and promote sustainable travel practices. - **Plastic Recycling:** Companies can explore the use of recycled plastic waste, from the ocean and other sources, as a sustainable alternative to traditional materials, promoting the adoption of environmentally friendly practices and the reduction of plastic waste. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Upcycled Carrying Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coastline-ecosmart.md) - [Ocean Plastic Laptop Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/targus.md) - [Upcycled Sea Plastic Luggages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/harper-collective.md) - [Chic Sustainable Nylon Luggage](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rimowa-signature-collection.md) - [Upcycled Aircraft Luggages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emirates-2.md) - [Everyday Sustainable Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/versatile-bags-for-essentials.md) - [Eco-Friendly Fashion Luggage Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gucci-off-the-grid-collection.md) - [Eco-Friendly Functional Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apex-duffle-collection.md) - [Sustainable Safety Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ucon-acrobatics-sustainable-backpacks.md)