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This Perfect Summer Tote Has a Past

A second wind for old sails

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Rachel Weingarten
Jul 29, 2025
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Hello, Gorgeous!

The debate about wearing white before or after Labor Day doesn’t impact me since I never wear white. Well, rarely.

Maybe it’s my dyed-in-the-wool, basic-black NYC DNA. More likely, it’s the fact that I’m a bit klutzy; lip gloss, smoothies, berries, or grilled cheese inevitably end up on my clothes.

But here’s one white item even I can wear without worrying about random stains or blotches.

Sea Bags Tan Chebeague Large Travel Tote

There is so much to love about this tote.

It’s huge enough for everyday schlepping and roomy enough for a weekend away, or to use as a carry-on bag. I love the sturdy water-resistant tan canvas. It has a fabulous weatherbeaten effect and is lighter than leather (though vegan friends, please note: the handles are extremely comfortable but made of leather).

Most interesting of all? The shell is made from recycled sailcloth—in this case, white. And even though the white section of the bag is tucked under my arm, it doesn’t stain or pick up dye from my…

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