12 Farmers' Market Totes You'll Want to Flaunt
West Elm Market Tote
Show your enthusiasm for everyone’s favorite leafy green with this cheeky tote from West Elm. The cotton carry-all packs a lot of produce and a lot of personality, so sling it over your shoulder and see how many conversations it starts the next time you head to the market. ($18; westelm.com
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Jiggety Pig Orange Farmers Market Bag
Featuring reinforced shoulder straps for extra support, this cheery, roomy (17" wide, 12" deep) tote redefines eco-friendly shopping. The printed front and back are made from re-purposed kitchen towels, while the vibrant orange sides and bottom are sturdy cotton duck cloth, so you can haul all your goods home without worry. ($35; jiggetypig.etsy.com
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Basic Goods Co. Waxed Canvas Farmers Market Tote
If earthy tones are more your style, this is a great option for staying subtle while you stock up. Made from sturdy waxed canvas, this rugged, durable tote has a clever secret feature: an internal wine bottle pocket means it easily doubles as a picnic basket or beach bag. ($65; basicgoodsco.com
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Victorian Trading Co. Market Tote
Let the gorgeous motif on this tote inspire your healthy shopping trip. The spacious bag’s backside features clever food-themed quotes (We love this one by Julia Child: "You don't have to cook fancy or complicated masterpieces—just good food from fresh ingredients."). ($13; victoriantradingco.com
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Neiko Designs LOCAL Market Bag
Show your support for local farmers without saying a word. The inside of this olive green tote is mildew-resistant and roomy enough for an entire week’s worth of groceries. Two large interior pockets keep your essentials—wallet, keys, phone—from getting lost among the greens. ($55; neiko.com
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SnapSac Paint the Town Grocery Tote
For less than the price of a latte, you can go green with this ingenious SnapSac grocery tote. It folds into a small pouch for easy transport and then expands into a 12-by-17-inch bag with plenty of space for all your fresh finds. It also features reinforced handles and an inside pocket for stashing fragile items. ($4; snapsac.com)
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Now Designs Farmers Market Tote and Café Press "I Love Farmers Markets" Tote
Proclaim your affection for al fresco shopping with these basic but adorable bags. The open tops make it easy to toss in all the green veggies and fresh fruit your healthy heart desires. Plus, the cute designs are guaranteed to put a smile on fellow shoppers' faces. (from left: $11; amazon.com
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Baggu X3
This three-in-one set of bright nylon bags neatly nestles into a zippered pouch, so there’s no excuse for not stashing them in your purse or car. Each re-usable tote can hold up to 50 pounds (not that you’d want to haul that much produce at once). Plus, they’re machine washable so you can keep things clean and sanitary with ease. ($24; baggu.com
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Blair Ritchey “Going to Market” Tote
This simple canvas tote is a practical but still stylish choice for carrying your farmers market finds. The sturdy straps have a little extra length, making it easy to toss over your shoulder for a long day of running errands. ($39; shopwaitingonmartha.com
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Calypso St. Barth Netted Shopping Bag
Don’t be fooled by the flimsy look of this shopping bag. The netting will expand into a wide “U” shape that holds tons of produce so you can fill it to the brim while you shop and then toss it in your car or purse after you unload. Plus, the transparent netting makes it easy to see your inventory and check off your grocery list as you go. ($24; calypsostbarth.com
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Maison de Kristine French Farmer's Market Basket
This traditional straw tote scores points for its perfectly Parisian look, as well as its versatility. The leather handles are two different lengths so you can choose whether you want to carry it in your hand like a purse or over your shoulder for hands-free shopping—ideal for when you want to sample those fresh-baked breads. ($39; maisondekristine.com
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Sac à Baguette
If you’re willing to splurge, this “fresh market tote system” will change the way you look at grocery shopping for good. The functional and fashionable bag can be worn as a knapsack with both shoulder straps or slung over one shoulder, and the spacious main compartment can hold more than six gallons of goods. Other thoughtful features include a removable liner that can be unzipped for cleaning, a roomy inside pocket to hold your phone or keys, and a unique, detachable canister that’s perfect for flowers, a newspaper, or a fresh baguette! ($299; sacabaguette.com
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