I have bought five of these bags and given some as gifts. I love them. I especially like them for travel as I can use them to carry my every day carry when I leave my backpack in the hotel. I like that they are so small but strong and I can put my purchases in them. And, I love having the zipper.
I have other cloth/fabric bags for groceries so don't really use this for groceries.
I've already been using other tote bags for years, for groceries.
What I didn't have is a tote that's great for travel - very strong yet lightweight and packable into its own small pocket, and very importantly it has a zip. When packed it has a loop so you can attach it onto other things.
I keep this tote inside my everyday backpack at all times. If I buy something during my commute home, or if I buy something at an airport or train station, I pull out this bag. Because it has a zipper, nothing will fall out. So it's a lot better than the cheap paper or plastic shopping bags that the stores give you. Of course you could use it for groceries too!
I am obsessed with this bag. I received it in a festival gift bag, and if I am totally honest, my first impression was that it was not my style, and I almost gave it away (I am a baggu girl through and through when it comes to totes), luckily I didn’t, I gave it a go, and my love affair with this bag took off. It is quite honestly the perfect little travel bag (that fits so much!)…you can throw your computer in it for errands, use it for groceries, out in the things you want close by for a long haul flight, or walk long distances comfortably. The top of the strap has a flat bit that makes it really comfortable to carry on your shoulder, the bag itself fits really nicely against the body while carrying, the zipper is super handy, it is very lightweight, packs small and is easy to wash/airdry. I will never go on another trip without this bag.
I was in need of a portable tote to keep in my backpack for days when I was planning to go to the market after work. I had read that the strap on this was too short but after using this I can confirm that's not the case and that this bag feels invincible and invisible at the same time! It's super strong and also when packed up, it's tiny and fits perfectly in my backpack! Other things I like - The zipper is really nice for making sure groceries don't still out the top or adjusting to hold taller items stable - The texture on the handle feels super high quality for the price and size of this bag!
If you're thinking about purchasing this, go for it! It's a worthy investment and will enhance your life when pop up shopping trips arise!
For the past 2 years I have been using this packable tote. It is hands down the most versatile and practical all around bag I have. Thanks Peak Design.
I bought this tote bag at the Peak Design store in NYC and it is really cool that they have this location-exclusive product. It folds into a tiny pouch and you can easily carry it around in your pocket until you need to use it.