Telfar is saying "thank you for shopping" with their latest drop: plastic bags. Sort of.&nbsp;

Telfar, the Black-owned, genderless fashion label founded by Telfar Clemens in 2004, has unveiled its latest creation: a reinterpretation of the ubiquitous shopping bag. While the design nods to the classic plastic carryall, this is no disposable item&mdash;it&rsquo;s crafted from coated nylon, making it both durable and stylish.
The timing is deliberate. New York City banned single-use plastic bags in 2020, a year that also marked Telfar&rsquo;s brief pause from the fashion scene. Now, the brand is returning with a design that transforms what was once seen as waste into something enduring. The new collection arrives in 11 signature New York-inspired prints and two versatile sizes. The regular size, priced at $148, comfortably fits a laptop and daily essentials, while the jumbo size, priced at $195, is ready for anything you take on during the day.&nbsp;

Telfar Plastic Bag. Photo courtesy of Telfar.

Beyond aesthetics, functionality is key. Each bag is double-lined and features ruched elastic handles, tonal seams, and a spacious interior. Practical additions include two deep side pockets designed to hold water bottles, a zip pocket, a slit pocket, and a hidden stash pocket. Unlike the flimsy plastic bags they evoke, these pieces are built for everyday use, meant to last far beyond a single errand.
Available exclusively on Telfar&rsquo;s website now, and in-store at the brand&rsquo;s New York City location in the weeks following, the bags are poised to become a fixture on the city&rsquo;s streets&mdash;symbolizing both sustainability and style.

Telfar Plastic Bag on a Model. Photo courtesy of Telfar.

Telfar Drops a $195 ‘Plastic’ Bag That’s Anything but Disposable

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