When is a hobo bag not just another hobo bag? When it’s a Molo Hobo! This innovative label’s hobos cleverly work double duty as portable lanterns.
Molo was inspired by the way the streets of Milan light up once the sun goes down. It created the hobo from translucent fibers which allow the light source hidden inside to filter through. It can operate on batteries or plug into a socket. The light is very energy-efficient, so you needn’t worry about being left in the dark when you’re on the go. And the complementary cork peg helps you hang it. What a unique way to illuminate an al fresco dinner party!
If you’d prefer something more traditional you can opt for Molo’s felt hobos. What you see is what you get here; a basic bag made of gray or black felted wool. The hidden magnets which help it close are pretty cool, but it’s hard to get excited about this version when there are the light-up ones to consider!
Molo has also released a special version of the hobo to raise funds for Japanese relief efforts. All proceeds from the sales of these limited edition Heartfelt Lantern for Japan handbags will benefit Architecture for Humanity’s reconstruction projects in the Asian country. There are just 50 of these charity hobos available from Molo’s exhibition at Milan’s Temporary Museum for New Design. If a visit to Italy isn’t in your future you can still get the other Molo Hobos from the label’s website.
