Balenciaga sells £1,705 version of IKEA's blue tote bag worth 40p
Luxury fashion brand Balenciaga has designed a large blue tote bag that bears a striking resemblance to IKEA's iconic Frakta bag, but with a significantly higher price tag.
Balenciaga's Arena tote has been likened to IKEA's Frakta shopping bags, thanks to its similar blue hue and double shoulder straps.
However, the French fashion house has priced their luxury offering at £1,705, while the Frakta costsjust 40 pence.
While many companies would see this as a copycat scandal, IKEA remains in high spirits ? claiming to be "extremely flattered" by Balenciaga's design.
Balenciaga's Arena tote has been likened to IKEA's Frakta shopping bags, thanks to its similar blue hue and double straps
"We are extremely flattered to seemingly be an inspiration for the latest catwalk designs for Balenciaga," said Stella Monteiro, sales leader for IKEA UK and Ireland. "Our IKEA Frakta tote is one of our most iconic products which are already owned and loved by millions ? now the many people truly can get the designer look for less."
Balenciaga's take on the Frakta is made from blue, wrinkled, glazed leather. It also zips shut at the top, a feature lacking from the original tote.
While the French fashion house has priced their luxury offering at £1,705, IKEA's Frakta bag costs just 40 pence
IKEA's popular Frakta bags were originally designed by siblings Marianne and Knut Hagberg. They are made from synthetic material polypropylene, making them suitable for uses ra...
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