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Tote Bags for Summer

When you choose a great bag for the summer, you want it to be durable and cute. A great tote might be one of the best purchases you make, and can last years and years, if you purchase a well-made bag. I’ve rounded up my favorite ones, so that you can select the one that suits your style!

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Classic Leather Bag with Braided Accents: This very classic bag is under $50, and looks really similar to Anthropologie ones. For the price, it’s sturdy, has nice stitching accents, and holds quite a bit. It’s closer in size to a purse than a tote, but it can hold a wallet, iPad, and a notebook and water bottle easily. 

Madewell Transport Tote Bag: This is another classic style, but more minimalist and less bohemian. It has a long shoulder strap and shorter tote straps, and we love the color English Saddle for a truly versatile look. For $168, it’s definitely more expensive, but it’s well worth the money, as it will last for years (trust me, I’ve had this one for years!).

Steve Madden boho tote: This one is also on the more expensive side, but is really cute. The black and white print is really stylish and looks great with plain slides, dark jeans, and a boho blouse. Although it’s not leather, it’s well made and will last for several seasons with proper care/cleaning. 

Market Tote: If you’ve fallen in love with the cool Instagram Market totes, this is a great, affordable option. It’s under $35, and although it may not last forever, it’s great for the beach or the market and it holds a massive amount of stuff (even beach towels, etc). They look great as photo props as well, filled with flowers! You can’t go wrong with a durable one like this. 

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Janice Freeland has been in business of photography for 15 years after graduating from the Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale with honors. She first specialized in FINE ART photography and now she specializes in HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS. Janice Freeland is available for sessions in South Carolina and Georgia. Janice Freeland Photography’s senior work has been NATIONALLY FEATURED and PUBLISHED in several printed magazines and on several blogs. Her Fine Art work has been PUBLISHED in several books and magazines and her work has been showed in several galleries around the country and abroad.