EcoGear Coho Bag : For the Natural Woman

Slipping the Coho over my shoulder feels a lot like pulling on my favorite t-shirt. Because unlike stiff, plastic-textured totes, this bag is made of organic cotton, and the all-natural fabric rests softly against my hip like a comfy garment.

Ecogear makes earth-friendly bags that are free of toxic dyes, so the Coho is as sustainable as accessories get, right down to the wooden buckles on the canvas strap. Those wooden details provide a cool, crunchy touch that blends in perfectly at the Saturday Farmers Market.

The Coho also accompanies me to the corner coffee shop, and it makes a great air travel companion. The main compartment is big enough to hold several magazines, my knitting, and that ubiquitous quart-sized, zip-top bag of toiletry items. The small zippered pouch inside keeps my wallet and boarding pass at the ready. The exterior water bottle holders make it convenient to stay hydrated through the flight. And a little wooden toggle holds the bag shut--no chance of my stuff spilling out onto the airplane floor while my bag's stashed under the seat in front of me.

I like the Coho's attractively clean, uncluttered lines and its soothing, earthy green color. And I like that my accessories can be as organic as the foods I choose. No more grocery bags for me--I'll bring my Coho.

Available in four colors.

Bottom Line: An earth-friendly bag with all-natural good looks.--K.B. (June 08)

Price: $39 Click to Purchase

Manufacturer's Site: www ecogear-products.com