# Silicone Storage Bags 'Stasher' is a Plastic-Free, Resealable Pouch for Food and More By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2016-10-14 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stasher References: [wellandgood](http://www.wellandgood.com/good-advice/will-these-reusable-bags-replace-plastic-bags-forever/) & [stasherbag](http://stasherbag.com/) As an alternative to flimsy [plastic storage bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/telfar-plastic-bag) and heavy glass containers, 'Stasher' is introducing a completely plastic-free option that's [reusable and resealable](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/versatile-bags-for-essentials). Stasher sets itself apart by making its self-sealing bags from pure platinum silicone, which is suitable for use in microwaves, dishwashers and freezers. This means that the bags are ideal for transporting or [storing a variety of food items](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tupperware), lunches and snacks. Other than offering a sustainable way to carry around food, these bags are ideal for stashing a variety of small items, including travel-sized personal care products through airport security, since the bags come in both see-through blue and white versions. The inventive silicone bags by Kat Nouri, a mom and sustainable housewares designer, have been named a winner of the design industry's prestigious Red Dot Award for 2016. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 76% | Activity: 65% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Plastic-free Packaging:** The trend of using reusable and resealable plastic-free packaging can disrupt traditional plastic packaging industries. - **Sustainable Housewares:** The trend of sustainable housewares offers opportunities for entrepreneurs who want to design innovative eco-friendly household products. - **Microwaveable and Freezable Packaging:** The trend of using microwaveable and freezable silicone packaging can disrupt traditional storage solutions industries. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Packaging Industry:** The packaging industry can explore plastic-free options by creating innovative and resealable packaging solutions. - **Housewares Industry:** The housewares industry can capitalize on the eco-friendly trend by developing innovative, reusable, and sustainable household products. - **Food Storage Industry:** The food storage industry can create new markets by offering microwaveable and freezable silicone packaging solutions as alternatives to plastic bags and bulky glass containers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Reusable Malleable Food Containers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reusable-seal-tray.md) - [Durable Food Storage Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ziploc-endurables.md) - [Non-Toxic Glass Containers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glass-airtight-container-set.md) - [Leak-Proof Food Storage](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bentgo.md) - [Reusable Traveler Trash Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kea-stash.md) - [Multifunctional Glass Food Containers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glass-food-container.md) - [Reusable Produce Seals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/food-huggers-1.md) - [Reusable Folding Storage Plates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/calzone-tableware.md) - [Sustainable Food Packaging Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/placon-crystal-seal-delectables.md)