Are you looking for a vegan tote bag? In this round-up post, we found 10 options that look absolutely fantastic – from cork, canvas to faux vegan leather.
Let’s check out these totes…
Don’t have time to read? Here’s a quick summary of the products we recommend.
1. Women’s Reversible Black Vegan Leather Tote Bag by Humble Chic NY
- Wearable in black one day and taupe the next, this reversible women’s vegan leather tote is large enough to carry your laptop, iPad, umbrella and so much more.
- Features a black vegan leather tassel hanging from the strap.
- Fastens with a magnetic closure.
- Advertised as vegan: Yes.
- Pros: Match your tote to your outfit with this reversible bag. It’s sleek and sophisticated, usable for the office or shopping.
- Cons: It doesn’t have any interior pockets or pouches, so you’ll have to organize accordingly.
2. Women’s Reversible Camel Vegan Leather Tote Bag from Scarleton
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- You get two classic bucket tote bags in one — camel for the lighter outfits and black for the office and…well, everything.
- Made with supple vegan leather and magnetic snap closure.
- Comes with a black zippered pouch.
- Advertised as vegan: Yes, in the description.
- Pros: Reversible bags are excellent for versatility. It’s a go-anywhere tote that’s plenty big for your work gear, reading material, and then some.
- Cons: The inside is one giant compartment without any additional pockets, but then again, there’s the little pouch you can loop around the tote handle.
3. Women’s Nautical Gray and White Striped Canvas Tote by White Elm
- Brown vegan leather handles give White Elm’s traditional nautical canvas tote with gray and white stripes an updated look.
- Has a water-resistant lining and a detachable shoulder strap.
- Loaded with pockets inside and out.
- Advertised as vegan: Yes.
- Pros: The pockets! There’s enough space and organization in this tote to make it your everyday bag. The neutral colors will match any bold, bright, or dark color in your outfit.
- Cons: Stripes can be tough to match sometimes. Then again, they’re classic.
4. Women’s Red Vegan Leather Shoulder Tote from UTO
- The transition from tote to shoulder bag with the attachable shoulder strap that comes with this ladies’ red vegan leather bag.
- Fastened with a zipper top.
- The Interior is lined with side pockets and two main compartments separated by a zippered pouch.
- Advertised as vegan: Yes.
- Pros: If you need a tote bag with the functionality of your favorite purse, look no further. It’s sleek, urban, and fabulously affordable.
- Cons: The vendor mentions that it will hold a 13″ laptop, but some are bigger than that. If you need this tote for work, be sure to take measurements of your devices.
5. Men’s Burgundy Striped Faux Leather Shopper Tote by Asos Design
- With grippable webbed handles and burgundy and white stripes, Asos Design’s large shopper tote for men is fashionable and sensible.
- Boxy construction with black piping.
- Seals shut with a zipper across the top.
- Advertised as vegan: No, but the materials are synthetic.
- Pros: Men’s bags don’t have to plan. This one has just enough panache with its trendy striped design. And it’s spacious enough to carry all your equipment or even a small grocery shop.
- Cons: It’s lined, but it doesn’t seem to have any pockets inside or out.
6. Unisex Vegan Cork Tote Bag by Spicer Bags
- Handcrafted in San Francisco, these luxury vegan totes are made to order from water-resistant cork with intricate, wood-like patterns made naturally in the bark.
- Comes with sturdy webbed straps made of black Japanese cotton and a longer, attachable shoulder strap.
- Constructed with snap closure, a zippered pocket, and two open pockets.
- Advertised as vegan: Yes.
- Pros: Cork is a sustainable, renewable alternative to leather, making the bag as eco-friendly as it is attractive. Plus, the added compartments let you stash your phone, keys, and smaller items without having to worry about them getting lost at the bottom of the bag.
- Cons: Definitely the price.
7. Men’s Black Woven Faux Leather Tote Bag from ByTheR
- Guys, swap your backpack for this black woven faux leather bag. It’s simple and ultra-chic for casual but stylish attire.
- Large enough to pack a 15″ laptop.
- Zippered top protects your stuff.
- Advertised as vegan: No. But the material is faux leather.
- Pros: The urban vibe of this tote bag offers contemporary style to go with pleated pants and a trench coat. We like the extra zippered pocket on the outside for easy access.
- Cons: May or may not be a good business/work bag. It really depends on how traditional you need your work bag to be.
8. Metallic Silver Inell Faux Leather WOMEN’S Tote Bag by Sole Society
- Glamour totes kick your shopping experience up a notch. Sole Society’s metallic silver tote is extra large with a reinforced bottom for a hefty haul.
- Secured with a magnetic snap.
- Comes with a removable zip pouch.
- Advertised as vegan: No. This tote is advertised as faux leather.
- Pros: All the space makes for a perfect shopping companion or travel bag. The zip pouch is handy, too — use it for change, receipts, makeup, and anything you don’t want rolling around the bag.
- Cons: It’s unlined, which is not a bad thing, but you might want to take extra precautions in cleaning it.
9. Organic Unisex Army Green Linen Market Tote by EcoBugBags
- A perfect farmer’s market tote made with organic linen in subdued army green.
- Handmade and hand-printed with your choice of a wheat or orange slice design.
- Flexible and foldable to put away when you’re done using it.
- Advertised as vegan: Yes.
- Pros: Organic materials are environmentally friendly. If you’re looking for a reusable grocery bag, this one is affordable and conveniently machine-washable.
- Cons: None that we could find.
10. Men’s Oversized Black Faux Leather Tote Bag by Asos Design
- Another great men’s bag from Asos Design. It’s solid black, pebbled faux leather, and oversized for toting everything you need on a weekend away.
- Zips across the top.
- Made with grab handles and shoulder straps for two ways to carry it.
- Advertised as vegan: No, but it’s faux leather.
- Pros: Great functionality with the handles and shoulder strap capacity. Downsize your short-term travel luggage with this jumbo tote.
- Cons: Like the other Asos Design tote on our list, it doesn’t have any extra pockets.
Want more vegan bags and backpacks? We’ve compiled over 17 different styles of vegan bags and where you can buy them. See them all here!
Hey, I’m Joey. I’ve been cooking since I was a little kid and love everything about it. You can find my writing about food, kitchen appliances (such as blenders) and much more. Thanks for stopping by!
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