What are coated canvas handbags?

A coated canvas handbag is made from a woven fabric such as heavy cotton or polyester that is coated with resin or wax and treated with heat. These take on a leather-like appearance. Coated canvas handbags are easier to clean and are typically more durable than your average luxury bag. Shop a collection of vintage and designer coated canvas handbags from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.

When did LV start using coated canvas?

Louis Vuitton started using the French luxury fashion house’s now famous coated canvas in 1896. The iconic monogram print helped to deter the efforts of counterfeiters who even then tried to capitalize on the popularity of Louis Vuitton’s pieces. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Louis Vuitton coated canvas bags.

Coated Canvas Totes

Gucci Supreme

Louis Vuitton Neverfull France

Louis Vuitton Tote In Black

$3,718

$472

W 11.5 in L 10.5 in

Burberry Nova check top handle tote bag

By Burberry

Located in NEWARK, GB

An ever stylish vintage Burberry tote bag. Classic Nova check in a lightly coated canvas in Burberry signature colours. It has rich inky black leather top handles and silver tone h...

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21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags

Chanel Black CC Logo Mini Multi Six Crossbody Lambskin Tote

$8,920

H 8 in W 8 in D 3 in

Chanel Black CC Logo Mini Multi Six Crossbody Lambskin Tote

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Chanel 1994 Rare Vintage Mini Multi Six CC Logo Crossbody Lambskin Tote Bag 1991-1994 {VINTAGE 30 Years} Gold Hardware Long strap with classic interwoven chain Drawstring closure Do...

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1990s Italian Tote Bags

1990s Burberry Nova Check Coated Canvas Mini Bag

$300

1990s Burberry Nova Check Coated Canvas Mini Bag

By Burberry

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Mid to late 1990s Burberry coated canvas mini shoulder bag in the classic Nova check. Trimmed in dark brown leather, the bag has a circular snap button closure and one interior zippe...

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1990s English Structured Shoulder Bags

Large "48h" travel bag in printed fabric and black leather Léonard

$734

H 15.75 in D 8.67 in L 20.48 in

Large "48h" travel bag in printed fabric and black leather Léonard

By Leonard

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Large "48h" travel bag in printed fabric and black leather. No fabric tag composition but probably cotton or rayon ( or a mix ) Black branded nylon lining. Zip closure on the top m...

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1980s Italian Luggage and Travel Bags

CHANEL black Caviar leather 12C FRENCH RIVIERA HOBO Bag

$7,250

CHANEL black Caviar leather 12C FRENCH RIVIERA HOBO Bag

By Chanel

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Chanel French Riviera hobo bag in black quilted Caviar leather. Crafted in a relaxed, softly structured silhouette, this elegant yet functional piece features silver-t...

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2010s French Structured Shoulder Bags

Saint Laurent Brown Pony Hair Nappa Leopard Print Small Le 5 A 7 Soft Hobo

$2,300

Saint Laurent Brown Pony Hair Nappa Leopard Print Small Le 5 A 7 Soft Hobo

By Saint Laurent

Located in New York, NY

Listing Title: Saint Laurent Brown Pony Hair Nappa Leopard Print Small Le 5 A 7 Soft Hobo SKU: Z155767 MSRP: 3400.00 USD Condition: Pre-owned Condition Description: Yves Saint Laure...

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21st Century and Contemporary Hobo Bags

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$2,237

$10,920

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Chanel 2003 Vintage Sport Rare White and Grey Nylon Backpack

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Chanel Vintage White Nylon Sport Backpack Rare Unisex 2003 {VINTAGE 21 Years} Adjustable shoulder straps Interlocking CC Rubber Logo 11.8" H x 7.7" W x .6" D Strap: 29.1" Zippered ...

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Coated Canvas Totes For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our collection of coated canvas totes. For coated canvas totes, Gray is a pretty popular color, but we also have Black, Brown, Beige and more in stock now. The ideal items for you are waiting among the distinctive accessories we have available, which include versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Coated canvas totes such as these have likely been a part of the legacy of many fashion designers, but those produced by Gucci, Goyard and Fendi are consistently popular. If you’re browsing our inventory for these accessories, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men and unisex.

How Much are Coated Canvas Totes?

Prices for coated canvas totes can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $208 and can go as high as $9,908, while these items, on average, fetch $1,252.

Finding the Right Tote-bags for You

From classic medium-sized Louis Vuitton leather tote bags to authentic cube-like Loewe shoulder bags woven in raffia, the large selection of vintage and designer tote bags on 1stDibs offers something for special occasions as well as everyday needs.

Although part of a modern look, tote bags have been roomy and versatile accessories since at least 1944, with the launch of L.L.Bean’s “ice bag.” The Maine retailer, then largely known for rugged field coats and hunting shoes, had introduced a big, durable canvas bag that was initially intended to carry firewood or ice. In those days, to keep produce and other foods cool in refrigerators, consumers had to regularly replace the blocks of ice that were doing all the work in their bulky appliances. There was no better bag to help haul big blocks of ice from the trunk of your car to your front door and, subsequently, to your kitchen.

Years later, during the 1960s, L.L.Bean’s Boat and Tote was introduced as an overhauled structured canvas version of the ice bag. Tested to lug up to 500 pounds, the Boat and Tote became a best seller. Also during the 1960s, American designer Bonnie Cashin created the Cashin Carry for Coach. Cashin was Coach’s first lead designer, and she liked leather, large pockets and earth tones. Her modern interpretation of the tote bag introduced a touch of elegance to this increasingly ubiquitous accessory.

In the subsequent decades, more brands debuted their own iterations of the tote bag, from Tory Burch’s Perry leather tote bag to Goyard’s luxurious Saint Louis.

Pay tribute to this long and interesting history of a well-loved accessory by browsing the vintage and designer tote bags on 1stDibs.

Questions About Coated Canvas Totes

What are coated canvas handbags?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
A coated canvas handbag is made from a woven fabric such as heavy cotton or polyester that is coated with resin or wax and treated with heat. These take on a leather-like appearance. Coated canvas handbags are easier to clean and are typically more durable than your average luxury bag. Shop a collection of vintage and designer coated canvas handbags from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
When did LV start using coated canvas?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
Louis Vuitton started using the French luxury fashion house’s now famous coated canvas in 1896. The iconic monogram print helped to deter the efforts of counterfeiters who even then tried to capitalize on the popularity of Louis Vuitton’s pieces. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Louis Vuitton coated canvas bags.