Fashionably Green

I carry reusable shopping bags everywhere. I use them for all my shopping trips, no matter what type of errand I need to run. My issue with the ones the grocery stores sell are that they are supremely unattractive. I’m sorry to say that sometimes my vanity rears its head and does not want me to be seen browsing through the accessories section of a clothing store carrying a day-glo green bag with a giant piece of fruit on it or the name of the grocery chain emblazoned across it in giant letters. I also don’t necessarily want my clothing and beauty items to be carried in the same bags that carry my groceries, even though I am fairly good about keeping my reusable bags washed between uses.

The answer to both the aesthetic and functional issues is the EnviroVogue eco-friendly and stylish reusable tote bag. EnviroVogue has a wide range of patterns, including my favorite, the Snow Leopard. I mean, what can compliment just about any outfit better than a pop of leopard print? And at $8.95 a piece, you can certainly afford to go stylishly green. Currently the site is offering a deal where if you purchase two or more you get a free tote. The totes have cross-stitched handles and reinforced seams for durability and can carry more than forty pounds. Their woven polypropylene design makes them water resistant and easier to clean than traditional grocery store reusables, which are non-woven. The bottom insert is built into the bags, making them sturdy when filled.

EnviroVogue’s sole purpose is not just to provide attractive reusable bags, although that in and of itself is a great addition to the green living cause. The company donates a portion of each purchase to a charity, including Childhaven, Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Feeding America, and Maasai Association. The charity that receives the donation depends on which tote you order (for example, part of the proceeds from my Snow Leopard tote goes to support the education of Maasai children). The company also offers their product for fundraisers, so if your school or workplace needs a fresh, fashionable idea for its next fundraiser, make sure you check out this site. I for one would be thrilled to support a local business or school if they offered a fun, different, and very usable product in return for my support.

My EnviroVogue bag goes everywhere with me, and on almost every shopping trip I get the opportunity to spread the word about the company’s products and their charitable contributions. The EnviroVogue tote is definitely a product you can feel great about using because it not only looks fabulous and supports various charities, it is also eco-friendly.