Looking to be a little more earth-friendly? Reusable grocery bags are a great way to start. But do yourself a favor and skip the store-branded, plasticky totes in the checkout line—this is an opportunity to show some style! Here are our favorite carriers in all sorts of patterns and prints, including one with a cheesy twist. Now you’re ready to shop ‘til you drop.
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Bagito Grande “Shamrock”
With extra pockets and double stitching, this bag is built to haul double the groceries than paper and plastic. $7, bagito.co
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Kate Spade New York Reusable Tote
Fill ’er up—then scrub it down (this sack is made of machine-washable nylon). $16, nordstrom.com
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California Tote Bag
Show your love for the Golden State (and its tantalizing wedges and wheels) with this whimsical handbag. $12, peopleiveloved.com
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Vita Abstract “Prism”
Green, pink, and gray chevron stripes lend this shoulder-style shopper a trendy aesthetic. $13, chicobag.com
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Envirosax “Greengrocer”
Roll it up to stash in your purse or pocket. Unroll and pack it with up to 44 pounds of goods. $8, envirosax.com
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Standard Baggu “Alpaca”
Channel farm vibes with this printed satchel. $10, baggu.com
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Stash It “Pedal Power”
Bike to your favorite shop with this tote in tow—when empty, it stuffs into an attached pouch. $19, lovebags.com
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The Reusable Canvas Tote
A sleek, all-purpose carryall complete with a pithy saying gets the job done. $5, madewell.com
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Black Stripe “Italia” Shopper
Padded handles and a 65-pound capacity make this knapsack a workhorse. Leatherlike details and slim piping give it style. $15, containerstore.com
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Pop-Top Tote
Sick of grimy store baskets? Browse the aisles with your own in tow. $15, myrume.com
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“Macaroni and Cheese Love” Tote Bag
Curds. Carbs. This natural canvas bag is pure amore. $15, cafepress.com
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Mini “Feed” Bag
Each purchase of this pint-size tote meant for kids provides 25 school meals for children around the world. $55, feedprojects.com
Photographed by Michael Marquand
Rebecca Haley-Park
Rebecca Haley-Park is culture's former editor and resident stinky cheese cheerleader. A native New Englander, she holds a BFA in creative writing from University of Maine at Farmington.
