Once again, tote bags are stepping into the limelight, demonstrating their versatility as more than mere bags, but adaptable companions for quick grocery runs, relaxed hangouts, enlightening museum visits, and even your faithful school sidekick. Explore the wit and charm of these finds from our local shops, as tote bags take center stage!
Tinda Tinda Shop
Got a clear conscience and not into any P15 billion shenanigans? Check out Tinda Tinda Shop's slick tote bags and cute coin purses – they're your go-to combo for functional flair. These bags are built to handle your face masks, spare change, mini alcohol bottles, and more. Stay organized and stylish with Tinda Tinda's must-have gear!
Aniya Clothing
This screams Filipino-coded. The shop offers funny and relatable tote bags that you can surely use as a statement bag to express your everyday thoughts and mood. Their Ang Saya-Saya Magtrabaho (Repeat 100 times) piece sold for 150 at Lazada is a nod to our work burnouts, a bag seemingly tailored for the corporate working slaves. They have other pieces that will surely earn a light chuckle from people who will see it.
Artwork
This local shop, living up to its name , is actually giving you an artsy vibe with its unique and playful styles. Besides their relatable canvas totes like Ang Init tote bag (P299), the shop also offers caps, shirts and pouches that have snarky statements that you can pair off with their tote bags. Their playful tote bag designs can be a fit for your next chill hangout with friends!
Mari Ma-Art-e
If you’re a fan of icons like the queen Taylor Swift; gushed over K-pop groups like BTS, EXO, BLACKPINK, TWICE and NewJeans; or even American and Korean TV shows like Our Beloved Summer, Stranger Things, Friends, Barbie and many more, artist Mari Manalo makes tote bags inspired by your icons that you can add to your collection of merchandise. All of the products at this shop are hand drawn by its artist. Head to their shop to see their original take on pop culture merch we’re used to.
Stuff Happens
Just like how the brand believes that life’s unpredictable and stuff happens, their basic totes give off this message. Their Stuff Tote (P699) is the ideal carrier for all your, well, stuff. Their tote bag is the perfect tote to complete your museum date look. If you want to play cool and casual then, Stuff Happens is for you.
The Pop Tote
Get ready to groove with The Pop Tote, the ultimate haven for pop gurlies seeking a tote bag that's as melodious as their favorite tunes! These custom-made totes are your backstage pass to pop paradise. With a price range of ₱250 to ₱300, you don't need a platinum record to snag a piece of this pop-tastic magic. So amp up your accessory game and let The Pop Tote serenade your style with its one-of-a-kind, no-zip, no-pocket groove!
