Everyone knows that the stranger and more eco-friendly the handbag material, the more popular the handbag. We have seen licence plate bags, hosepipe purses and even handbags made from old seatbelts, and all in the name of green credentials and recyclable fashion.
Now little known designer Elaine Turner has jumped on the eco-bandwagon, with a tote made mainly from natural banana leaves. It is unusual and consequently bound to be a hit! (Us shoppers, predictable?! Surely not!)
The straw-like effect of the naturally toned banana leaf is actually very attractive with the contrasting leather exterior. Indeed, the textures actually combine very well: raw rough leaf with supple colorful leather.
Style-wise, this bag has quite a retro feel. Whilst it may not last as long as its vintage counterparts have, at least you have the strong stylish handles and art deco shape to make you feel like a fashion throwback. Inside, however, is thoroughly modern, with Elaine Turner’s signature pink crown fabric. Bear in mind ladies: the pink fabric clashes with the pink bag, but looks great with any of the other colors!
Whilst an undeniably stylish and sexy bag, this tote is hampered just a little by the fact that you can’t sling it over your shoulder. All too often with unique and beautiful handles the practicality just isn’t there!
This banana leaf bags is a funky and unusual hold-all with a ecostyle twist. Just remember that this leather trimmed bag doesn’t actually make any green credential claims. It just looks like it ought to!
More Features of this Elaine Turner Blair Tote
- Single interior pocket
- Bamboo turn clasp
- Banana leaf exterior
- Signature Elaine Turner crown lining
- Available in four colors
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- More eco-friendly bags on Bagbunch
- The Mad By Design Onyx Stingray tote, a great alternative to this colorful bag
