If you’ve followed my blog for a while, you’ll know I am trying to make more conscious choices. That meansย choosing chemical-free, eco-friendly beauty products, andย trying to create a greener home. I’m trying to pick better clothes for the girls, and we love theirย beautiful organic Piccalilly kids clothes. Organic and sustainable clothes and accessories are more expensive, and harder to come by. I have found some nice options, but often the sustainable companies offer more ‘classic’ options, that are less fashion-led. This makes sense, as the idea is that you invest in quality, and it lasts you much longer. But thankfully, I have found the loveliest sustainable tote bag, made of responsibly managed FSC paper. It’s become my summer go to bag. Read on to find out all about my leather-look paper tote bag, that doesn’t cost the earth.
Introducing My Paper Tote, the Sustainable Tote Bag
I am by no means a slave to fashion, but I do like to look vaguely up to date. So I’m delighted to discover a brand called My Paper Tote. They make the most gorgeous leather-look bags, out of paper. And you can wash them. I kid you not. I treated myself to a rose gold paper tote bag, just before our summer holiday. I’ve been using it ever since!
About The Sustainable Tote Bag by My Paper Tote
My Paper Tote sustainable tote bags are totally vegan. They are made of washable paper from the USA, which is coated with non-harmful synthetic polymor for water resistant and tear resistant properties. They do not use Pentachlorophenol, PVC or BPA. The paper has been tested in line with Oeko Tex Standard 100 and is safe for contact with human skin.
I must admit I was a but dubious that a bag made of paper could be as durable as one made of leather. And I have only had mine for about three months, so it’s to early to tell. But I use it ALL the time and it still looks great. My Paper Tote say:
“Our paper bags give you the durability of more traditional bags with a unique material that is conscious of the environment. Our paper is tear resistant and strong enough to rival leather. It’s flexibility and strength allows our bags to take the strains of daily life and serve you well.”
My Paper Tote advise hand washing your bag, letting it dry naturally. I haven’t had to wash mine yet, but they say that it gets softer with each wash. You can customise it by scrunching it up, to add texture.
The Perfect Eco-Friendly Beach Bag
I used my My Paper Tote every day on holiday as a beach bag, and it’s the perfect size – you can cram so much in there! Look how big it is!
This huge bag is only ยฃ20, which I think is amazing value for something so eco-conscious.
The sand did slightly rub off the metallic colour in some of the base corners, but nothing too noticeable. It also goes so well with my gorgeous gold Salt-Water Sandals.
The one improvement I could suggest is adding some pockets. Because the bag is so big, things get lost at the bottom.
Want Your Own Sustainable Tote Bag?
If you’ve fallen for my lovely sustainable tote bag (and I don’t blame you one bit!) You can buy a rose gold one from My Paper Tote for just ยฃ20. Update: Unfortunately My Paper Tote has shut down. I am totally obsessed with it, and still use it most days, as it goes equally well with autumn clothes as summer outfits. I can even fit my laptop in it.
Since writing this original review, I am happy to report that the bag lasted me a couple of years of pretty heavy use. The only reason I had to stop using it was that one of the straps tore. So I have repurposed it into a plant pot cover, and bought a new one! You can see it here in our hall way, I love how it looks!
This is my second paper tote: I used it most days on our little staycation to Kent in the summer.
I have also bought a My Paper Tote make-up bag, which is also brilliant. It’s even big enough to fit all my make-up on when I go away on holiday.
If you have any hot tips for sustainable fashion, I’d love to hear them! I’m on the hunt for new trainers for our wellness challenge.
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This is amazing! I’m always on the lookout for more conscious homeware and living that still looks good – and this is such a little gem of a find – thanks for sharing!
Thanks so much for popping by, I love my bag and use it ALL the time, I hope you love yours too! xx