# Polka-Dot Parasol Purses The Yo Yo Dot Umbrella Tote is the Perfect Piece for a Rainy Day By Summer Luu | Published 2011-04-02 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yo-yo-dot-umbrella-tote References: [highsnobette](http://www.highsnobette.com/news/2011/03/31/marc-by-marc-jacobs-yoyo-dot-pvc-tote-umbrella/) & [net-a-porter](http://www.net-a-porter.com/product/105714#) The Yo Yo Dot Umbrella Tote from the Marc by Marc Jacobs collection adds functionality, practicality and fashion all into one bag. I have always been the type to lose my umbrella wherever I go; with the Yo Yo Dot Umbrella Tote, I will never lose my parasol ever again. A convenient slot that secures an umbrella is found on the front of the bag. It may sound tacky, but it is far from it; the design of the parasol even matches the handbag. It's the perfect tote to accessorize with any outfit on a rainy day. The glossy Yo Yo Dot Umbrella Tote dons big polka dots in a red-and-white colorway. It's cute and adorable and certainly brightens up any gloomy day. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 53% | Activity: 60% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Function-fashion Fusion:** The Yo Yo Dot Umbrella Tote demonstrates the trend of combining functionality and fashion into one product. - **Convenient Umbrella Storage:** The built-in umbrella slot on the front of the bag taps into the trend of convenient storage solutions. - **Polka Dot Revival:** The use of big polka dots in the design of the Yo Yo Dot Umbrella Tote reflects a resurgence of this classic pattern. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion Accessories:** The Yo Yo Dot Umbrella Tote presents an opportunity for the fashion accessories industry to create more innovative and functional products. - **Luggage and Travel:** The convenient umbrella slot on the Yo Yo Dot Umbrella Tote could inspire the luggage and travel industry to incorporate specialized storage features into their products. - **Home Décor and Textiles:** The revival of polka dots in fashion could lead to an increase in demand for polka dot patterns in home decor and textiles. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Designer-Approved Vibrant Weather Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vibrant-weather-accessories.md) - [Revitalized Handbag Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marc-jacobs-stephen-sprouse.md) - [Grocery Bag Runway Accessory](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/march-packable-tote-bag.md) - [Woven Statement Totes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holst-lee1.md) - [Collaborative Patterned Tote Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-tote-bag.md) - [Stylish Cooler Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tote-cooler.md) - [Vibrant Butterfly Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tyler-mcgillivary-2.md) - [Fashion-Forward Grocery Totes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waitrose-x-lulu-guinness-tote.md) - [Drainable Summer Beach Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steele-canvas-1.md)