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Why is it called the tote bag?
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The reason why it is called a tote bag relates to the function of this type of handbag. To tote means to carry something. The verb originated in North American English during the late 17th century, and around the turn of the 20th century, the term "tote bag" first appeared. A tote bag is a bag with two handles that usually features a roomy interior that gives you plenty of space for carrying shopping, personal items and travel necessities. In other words, a tote bag allows you to tote a lot of items. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of tote bags.
1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
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Hermes Yellow Togo Leather Tsako Bag
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Hermes "Tsako” Yellow togo leather shoulder bag featuring a cotton shoulder handle, a logo fastening strap with a fastening snap, gold-tone hardware.
Circa 1988
In good vintage co...
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1980s French Tote Bags
Chanel Black Caviar Medallion Tote Bag
By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel
Located in Oakland, CA
The Chanel Medallion Tote was produced in one size and measures approximately 12.5 inches in width, 10 inches in height, and 6 inches in depth, with a 6.5-inch handle drop. It was in...
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Early 2000s Italian Tote Bags
2006 Vintage Chanel Dark Chocolate Brown Coated Canvas Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This sophisticated Chanel tote bag is crafted from a unique dark chocolate brown coated canvas, offering a subtle metallic sheen that catches the light beautifully. The exterior feat...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Tote Bags
Superb GOYARD Black Canvas Goyardine Saint Louis GM with Dust Cover
Located in Port Hope, ON
Goyard handbags are much beloved by people who appreciate excellent workmanship. The coated cloth, known as Goyardine, is made with cloth with an appearance similar to leather. Goy...
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2010s French Tote Bags
Hermes Red Taurillon Clemence Leather and canvas “Victoria” travel Large Bag 50
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Hermes Red Taurillon Clemence leather and beige canvas “Victoria” travel Large Bag 50 featuring tarnish gold plated hardware, a top zipper closure, set clochette and address tag sta...
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Early 2000s French Tote Bags
Louis Vuitton Caramel Epi Leather Sac D Epaule GM Bucket Bag
Located in Paris, FR
Louis Vuitton Caramel “Epi”leather “Sac D’Epaule” GM bucket shoulder bag featuring an Epi leather, a bucket shape, an adjustable shoulder strap (85cm X 3cm), a front logo leather sna...
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