I know people reading this blog probably share the same 'green is good' philosophy as me and you are probably well and truly sorted when it comes to owning your own stash of reusable shopping bags. But just in case you need an extra one, I couldn't resist showcasing this tempting selection of the most stylish eco-friendly shopping totes available online.
For those that haven't ditched plastic bags for stylish, 'save the planet' reusable bags (no pressure), hopefully the great selection of 10 reusable bags will be your ideal starting point!
DON'T LEAVE HOME WITHOUT YOURS!
It's a perennial problem and the most common phrase uttered at supermarket cash registers up and down the country, 'botherations, I left my reusable bags at home...again!' I'm sure even sheepish plastic bag users even feign ownership of reusable bags that have been mysteriously 'left' elsewhere, just to avoid embarrassment amongst the smug people packing their groceries efficiently into their own bags beside them.
To join the WORBAAATUT (We Own Reusable Bags And Aren't Afraid To Use Them) club where we live by the following motto:
'You only need 3 things in life:
your health
your loved ones...
...and your reusable shopping bags!'
All you need to do is implement the following systems to ensure you are never without your reusable shopping totes again. Remember to always:
your health
your loved ones...
...and your reusable shopping bags!'
All you need to do is implement the following systems to ensure you are never without your reusable shopping totes again. Remember to always:
Keep 2 reusable bags rolled up in your handbag (they will fit)
Keep 5 in your car (we'll discuss the car another time ; )
Keep 1 or 2 at work
Reserve your prettiest reusable bag for clothes shopping (you don't want to put a new vintage find or organic jeans into a bag that has stored crumbly bread and fragrant fruits and vegetables). I know part of the perk of shopping involves receiving a plastic bag emblazoned with a fancy store's name and logo, but once you pick out the perfect fashion worthy tote you won't look back!
Manhattan Commuter Tote - RetroActif
Made in Florida
Recycled PVC Banner Material
Ever since I featured RectroActif on GLAF a few months ago, I have become a huge fan of their stylish totes made from recycled ad banners, billboards and flags. I love how unique and loud this Manhattan bag is. This would make the perfect reusable bag for clothes shopping. It has a black trim with internal and external pockets.
Purchase at Eco Handbags for CAN US$73
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Recycled Blue Bus Tote - The Craft Pantry
Handmade in USA
Recycled Cotton
The Craft Pantry is a very popular place to stop by on Etsy for shopping totes made from recycled or organic cotton with a plethora of prints to pick from! I wanted to showcase this best selling Blue Bus bag for my Mum because it was one of the first vehicles she owned. I also had my eye on the bags with prints of a vintage baking mixer, scooter, daisy tree, words that read 'choose kindness', coffee cup...(there were so many to choose from!)
Purchase at Etsy (The Craft Pantry) for $18
Organic Floral Cotton Bag (Teal) - Peris and Corr
Handmade in Wales
Organic cotton canvas
A great size and a real lady's bag! If you must do your family's weekly obligatory shop, at least you can do it in style (and enjoy having a bag large enough to stash some extra goodies for yourself).
Purchase online at Etsy (Peris and Corr) for US$56
Organic Red Tree Shopping Bag - Bella Bags by Marcia
Handmade in Massachusetts
Organic cotton canvas
I think the simple tree design of this shopping bag is quite classic. This design could not be more fitting for the eco conscious woman! Choose from a red or green tree.
Purchase at Etsy (Bella Bags by Marcia) for $10
Recycled Cement Bag - Hen and Hammock
Made in Bangladesh (Tarango Cooperative)
Recycled cement bag, unbleached cotton lining
I can't believe I'm recommending an old cement bag for your shopping but when it looks as cool and unusual as this one, I say 'shop away!' I would proudly flaunt this when out and about shopping! It's also great to know that your purchase has a purpose (the Tarango Cooperative 'supports some of the most marginalized women' in Bangladesh by providing work opportunities and fair trade working conditions for them).
Purchase at Hen and Hammock for £12
Recycled Coffee Bag - Seabags
Made in Portland, Maine
Recycled coffee sacks
This sturdy waterproof bag is 'lined with fabric from recycled boat and yacht sails' (medium size). Seabags have many more innovative shopping bags available in small, medium and large sizes that are all made from and inspired by sails from boats. Visit Seabags to learn more.
Purchase at Fashion Conscience for £75
Hand made in Madagascar / Kenya (fair trade)
Crochet Raffia
I love these bags so much that I've spent the past 20 minutes umming and ahhing about which coloured bag to feature. They are all so beautiful but I eventually opted for the 'jacaranda apple' colour here and decided to open with the 'sunflower jacaranda' coloured bag (first image). Visit Nimli or Mad Imports to find your favourite colour combinations. If only you could hop over to Catalina once you buy the bag (sounds very appealing when you live in London).
Purchase online at Nimli for $60 (on sale from $86)
Playland Ticket Tote / Old School Rockaway Train - Bungaloe
Handmade in NYC
Organic cotton
Bungaloe have such striking organic totes that I had to pop two of their incredible designs into today's post. The first bag features a screenprint of a Rockaway's Playland ticket (printed with waterbased inks) and features handles made from seatbelts (also available in olive green). The second bag features a screenprint of the old 'Rockaway Round Robin' train from the 60's and 70's. Love them!
Purchase Ticket bag at Etsy (Bungaloe) for $65. Purchase Old School Rockaway Train bag for $65 on Etsy also.
ONE MORE USE FOR SHOPPING TOTES...
Shopping totes are not only great for shopping but they also make great gift wrapping alternatives. Giving someone their gift inside a reusable shopping bag (complete with a colour, design or text pertinent to them) is the ultimate thoughtful, planet friendly gift!
Shopping totes are not only great for shopping but they also make great gift wrapping alternatives. Giving someone their gift inside a reusable shopping bag (complete with a colour, design or text pertinent to them) is the ultimate thoughtful, planet friendly gift!
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