By Bonny Osterhage

You wouldn’t dream of covering up that “green” bikini with an oversized t-shirt, and your recycled rubber flip-flops are eco stylish and chic. So, why are you still toting last year’s bag? Your eco friendly beach bag, like your purse, is an extension of your look and should be fashionable, as well as functional. These totes have both those qualities, and more, in the bag!

 

JADEtribe Seminyak Sac Beach Bag

This bag is pure eco boho chic! Made entirely of hand woven, organically dyed materials, it also features multicolored wooden beads down the sides and wood beaded tassels at the bottom corners. Love the knotted double rope handles! Shown in purple — also comes in blue and black. ON SALE FOR $71.40 (normally $102) at www.shopbop.com.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Yala® Mandala Tote

 

This cool and funky bag is perfect for a day at the beach, the gym, or the market. Made from organic cotton, the bright and happy design has multiple exterior pockets for stowing your essentials. Available in two colors (shown in marigold), it’s an economical $46 at www.wearthearth.com.

Click the Apricot to Receive 10% Off with your White Apricot Exclusive Offer! That makes it $41.40!

 

 

 

Ecoist Braided Tote

 

Don’t be fooled by the glamour of this bag — although handmade from braided candy wrappers, it is water resistant and sturdy enough to hold 35 pounds! Best of all, the open weave allows all that pesky sand to fall right through! Comes in gold, silver and white. One of our favorite looks of the season, at only $38, it’s a super economical steal at www.ecoist.com.

 

 

 

 

Mar Y Sol Panama Striped Tote

Fresh and pretty, this crocheted raffia bag with its sturdy shoulder straps, looks just as good on the town as it does on the beach. A summer essential, it’s available in four summer colors, including the season’s popular coral. $98 at www.nordstrom.com.

 

 

 

 

amykathryn Wyland Carnation Green Tote

 

Nothing says ocean lover better than a Wyland design. This cute canvas tote, with its playful humpback whales, is a collaboration between amykathryn and the famous marine life artist. We love the custom Wyland Turtle print interior that features multiple pockets and two bottle holders to keep us organized. An economical $65, it is also available in blue at www.amykathryn.com.