FABA Collection The Tote Let's Play in Organic Cotton Review

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FABA, which is wonderful Southern California slow fashion brand by artist Ane Howard, makes beautiful high quality fashion art. Ane's gorgeous tote bags are such a pleasure to use because they are stunning, beautifully crafted and works of art. My latest discovery is the FABA Collection The Tote Let's Play in Organic Cotton.  This tote is available in two sizes (12" x 7" Totelet and 18" Square Tote) and two fabrics (Organic Canvas or Cotton-Linen). I received the stunning 18" square tote in Cotton-Linen. I wanted a bag big enough to carry everything that I needed for the day, and then some, and this beauty ticks all of the necessary boxes for me.

Handmade in London, this beautiful tote is eco-friendly and crafted from premium organic cotton and linen. The 18"x 18" square tote, which was designed by Ane Howard, boasts a very generous size and the stunning pink background allows the white heart and accents to really stand out. This bag is durable and can carry whatever you need– from trips to farmer's market, to work essentials, to anything else that you need to carry that requires extra space.

Features:

• Made from Organic Cotton or Linen (high quality natural fabric)
• Original all-over print
• Twin handles (webbing with rope)
• Open top
• Designed by California artist Ane Howard
• Lovingly handmade in London

Care Instructions: Wash at 86 degrees F. Low tumble using dry heat or hang to dry. Do not wring it out, and use of a low heat iron is recommended (if needed).

Here are just a few things that I carried in my tote the other day. It was a sweltering day, and I needed to keep cool, hydrated and protected from the sun.

Overall Assessment: I am utterly smitten with this tote, and it is such a pleasure to use. If you get this tote, be prepared for constant comments about your super cute tote when you are out and about, and where you got yours!

$79.00 from FABA (Unaffiliated Links). Press Sample. All views expressed are categorically my own.

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Urban Originals Astro Tote Review

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I love a nice and roomy tote, and if you are looking for a very practical gift for yourself, or for Mother's Day, then the Urban Originals Astro Tote is a wonderful choice. It has a spacious interior, it's made from waterproof canvas and it has an adjustable drop strap and a detachable keychain. Furthermore, it has 5 credit card slots, an interior zipper pocket and an open pocket with a strap. The exterior boasts a convenient zipper compartment and one with a snap, and it is large enough to carry lots of things, but the bag itself is lightweight. I can load it up with everything that I need, including books, a water bottle and snacks, for a long day away from home. It is practical, attractive, eco-friendly, cruelty-free and vegan.

About Urban Originals,

Urban Originals creates drop-dead gorgeous bags that are Uber practical, without using any animal leather. The brand is 100% cruelty-free and vegan. Urban Originals uses the finest quality vegan leathers and recycled materials where possible and works to very low chemical requirements. So when you buy Urban Originals, you can feel as good as you look. Founded by Susanna Cates, the brand has grown beyond its Australian origins. Based out of Sydney and now Los Angeles, Urban Originals can be found in boutiques in Australia, the United States, Mexico, Japan, South Korea, and the United Kingdom. The global love and demand also support them in their commitment to ensuring that every product is made in fair trade conditions and passes Department Store and Industry ethical standards.

According to Urban Originals,

This go-to tote by Urban Originals has a super practical size and its made with a waterproof canvas. Astro Tote has a zipper closure for its main compartment and a snap button for its frontal pocket. The roomy inside of this tote has plenty of pockets for all of your things. This tote features a double short handle and a detachable and adjustable webbing strap. 

Features:

• Adjustable and detachable strap
• Zipper closure
• 1 x zip pocket, 2 x slip pockets
• 5 x card slots
• Detachable keychain 
• 1 x front pocket
• Material- 100% cotton, lining- 100% viscose
• Measurements- medium sized bag; 14" W x 11" H x 6" D
• Handle drop- 8", adjustable strap drop- 13"-23.5", adjustable strap length- 27-.5"-45"
• Cruelty Free // Low Chemical // Eco Conscious Fabrics

Zip Pocket

5 Card Slots

Overall Assessment: If you are looking to get your mom a wonderful gift that is practical and stylish, then take a look at Urban Originals. They offer a wide range of attractive handbags, totes and backpacks that are covet-worthy and cruelty-free.

$98.00 from Urban Originals. Also sold at Macy's, Anthropologie and Nordstrom (Affiliate Links). Press Sample. All views expressed are categorically my own. Copyright © 2022 www.lolassecretbeautyblog.com All Rights Reserved.

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