Polymer Plastic Apparel

One of the most noticeable features about these new garments from designer Andrea Crews is that they look to be made from a material—polymer plastic Polypropylene—that reminds of the iconic IKEA FRAKTA bag. Recently, Balenciaga released a high-end oversized bag design that reminded of the furniture brand tote, creating new interest in the familiar color and material as a fashionable statements.

The shirts, ponchos, pants and skirts that were recently added to the designer's online web store boast forms that are the opposite of form-fitting and crinkly in texture.

Inspired by the IKEA FRAKTA, a number of brands have released new garments and accessories that reimagine the components of the affordable carryall as high-fashion pieces.