The Striped Cotton Tote — The Quietest Bag in Our Range
The Striped Cotton Tote is the most understated piece we make, and the one that pairs hardest with everything loud in your wardrobe. Tonal stripes on durable cotton — no animal, no flora, no statement print. Just rhythm, colour, and the quiet luxury of something made slowly. Handmade by artisans in our Rajasthan workshops.
Available in 9 colourways: Gold, Pink and Navy, Brown and White, Pink, Navy and Black, Orange and White, Green and Navy, Orange and Blue, Pink and Blue. Each stripe a different mood — from the neutral wardrobe staples (Brown and White, Navy and Black) to the holiday brights (Orange and White, Pink and Blue). Slight variation in stripe alignment between bags is the signature of real handcraft, not a flaw.
Pair it with: the Striped Cotton Weekender for travel, the Gold and Beige Striped Travel Set for the wash bag, or the Striped Velvet Tote if you want the same stripes with a plush hand-feel.
Spacious & Comfortable
📏 Size: 18 × 18 inches — plenty of room for a 17" laptop, a yoga mat, weekly groceries.
👜 Strap Length: 25 inches — comfortable over-the-shoulder wear.
Why You'll Love It
✔ Handmade cotton stripes — quiet, tactile, made to layer.
✔ Soft, durable cotton — lightweight, structured, washable.
✔ 9 colourways — from neutrals to holiday brights.
✔ Easy to Wash — machine washable on cool.
✔ Ethically Made — supporting artisan communities in India.
10% of every CYC bag funds artisan welfare and education in India.
Frequently Asked Questions
What size is The Striped Cotton Tote?
18 × 18 inches with a 25-inch strap drop.
How many colourways does it come in?
9 — Gold, Pink and Navy, Brown and White, Pink, Navy and Black, Orange and White, Green and Navy, Orange and Blue, Pink and Blue.
Is it machine washable?
Yes — machine wash cool, line dry.
What is the difference between the cotton and velvet versions?
The Striped Cotton Tote is lighter, washable, and designed for everyday carry. The Striped Velvet Tote has a plush hand-feel and richer pigment.
Are the stripes perfectly aligned between bags?
No — slight variation in stripe alignment is the signature of small-batch craft. Mass-produced bags have perfectly identical stripes; ours don't.
Why does small-batch craft matter?
Every CYC bag is made in small workshops in Rajasthan where each piece passes through skilled hands. Where large factories aim for identical outputs, we aim for cloth that holds its colour for decades.
Where is it made?
Handmade by skilled artisans in small workshops in Rajasthan, India. 10% of every purchase funds artisan welfare and education in the same communities.
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