FASHION ILLUSTRATION FRIDAY: ILLUSTRATED TOTE BAGS REDBUBBLE

I don't know what it is about the combination of tote bags and fashion illustrations that I like so much. Maybe it is simply a matter of combining two things that I love. I adore tote bags for their practicality, I like to carry one with me (often tucked in my regular bag) at all times because you never know. We all know that the typical disposable plastic grocery bags are a huge no-no for the environment, so a tote bag is a must (even if just for grocery shopping).  I personally like to wear tote bags even on occasions that have nothing to do with grocery lists, but to each his own. As for fashion illustration, well I don't have to explain that. I have literally loved fashion illustration for as long as I can remember. Joining my creative skills with tote bags seemed logical! Some of you might remember that I even hand painted some vintage tote bags. In fact, you had the chance of seeing one of those tote bags recently here. As much as I enjoy using textile prints, I also like the option of having my art printed. It definitely takes less time. Last summer I ordered a tote bag featuring my own illustrations that I was quite happy with. It was such a fun bag to wear! Today I'm bringing you a selection of tote bags from my Redbubble shop. If you like fashion illustration, there is a good chance you will like this selection of tote bags. Scroll down and have a look!
FASHION ILLUSTRATION TOTE BAG 




REDBUBBLE TOTE BAG REVIEW

I remembered that I promised you a review of this bag. I have never collaborated with Redbubble (not all shop owners collaborate with the site). Basically,  when you buy merchandise as a shop owner you pay full price of the product, there are no discounts. So, I bought this bag myself. Hence, my review should be unbiased. I was content with both the print and the quality of the bag itself. At first I thought that fifteen dollars might be a bit pricey for a tote bag, but since the print is so well made, I think it's actually a decent price. Plus, these Redbubble tote bags are made partly from recycled material so that's another plus. All in all, I was really happy with the bag and I might order another tote bag like this one. The print (based on my pencil fashion illustration) came up really well. I was a bit worried that the dimensions or something would be a bit off, but that didn't happen. I really loved wearing this tote bag. I wore it quite a few times but then my aunt liked it so much I gifted it to her. I don't have it anymore, but I might order the same one!
FASHION ILLUSTRATION PRETTY GIRL IN A RUFFLED DRESS
FEMININITY FASHION ILLUSTRATION TOTE BAG 

 






MORE OUTFITS IDEAS FOR STYLING A FASHION ILLUSTRATION TOTE BAG
Bellow you can see a few outfit ideas with a tote bag. I find tote bags quite easy to wear.  Moreover, for those of you that might want to learn more about fashion illustration, I'll include some links from my previous Friday Fashion Illustration Posts:


LADY IN RED FASHION ILLUSTRATION TOTE BAG 
1. FEMININITY FASHION ILLUSTRATION TOTE BAG
 MORE TOTE BAG OPTIONS/ FOR BOOKWORMS HERE 
FOR DANCE LOVERS HERE AND HERE /CLASSICAL FASHION ILLUSTRATION HERE AND HERE 
You can find all my tote bags HERE. Thank you for reading and visiting!

Comments

  1. Mica13 September 2019 at 15:07

    It's such a fun tote bag! How nice of you to give it to your aunt! :) it must be so good being able to wear something you put so much effort into, and it's nice that the totes are recycled! I agree, a tote bag is an essential - the grocery stores here you need to bring your own bags or you have to pay for them, so I always have a tote in the baby bag so I have something if I forget to pick up the bags from the car and I've just gone in to pick up one thing.

    Hope that you have a great weekend ahead of you :)

    Away From Blue

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    1. Ivana Split13 September 2019 at 15:42

      here it is the same way, one has to pay for grocery bags but some people are still lazy so they buy them instead of carrying their own.

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  2. Evi Erlinda13 September 2019 at 15:48

    I love tote and those illustration are so funstastic!
    You look very beautiful on white tunic.

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  3. Kezzie13 September 2019 at 16:40

    Ah, you look really good with your bag. It does look like a nice quality bag and great to see your designs in this form. It was kind of you to gift it to your aunt!x

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  4. Kathrin13 September 2019 at 22:20

    I always love to see your fashion illustrations! It's so fun that you get them printed onto tote bags. It makes the bag such an interesting and unique piece.

    Kathrin | Polar Bear Style

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  5. cielofronteras13 September 2019 at 22:39

    Those bags are so cute!
    - Cielo
    Mermaid in Heels

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  6. Selvaggia Capizzi14 September 2019 at 05:32

    che belle le shopper con le tue illulstrazioni, per me le potresti fare anche in ecopelle sai?
    Don't Call Me Fashion Blogger
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  7. Niceness Beauty14 September 2019 at 09:00

    Great POST
    Niceness Beauty

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  8. Polyester Princess14 September 2019 at 11:27

    Your fabulous fashion illustrations are the perfect adornments for tote bags! Tote bags do not just have to be practical, but fun too. And it's the perfect way to show your illustrations and immense talent to the world. And how sweet of you to gift that gorgeous bag to your aunt. I'm sure all her friends will want one now! Have a wonderful evening and Sunday, Ivana! xxx

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  9. Grace Louise14 September 2019 at 13:13

    Gorgeous designs Hun, they're so amazing! Have a lovely week x

    Grace || www.gracelouiseofficial.blogspot.co.uk/

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  10. Juliana Ferreira14 September 2019 at 13:32

    Love your bags, so amazing

    Kisses
    www.pimentadeacucar.com

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  11. akiko hiramatsu15 September 2019 at 06:38

    Lovely bags with prints of your fantastic illustration!!
    That sounds wonderful you gave the bag to your aunt!
    Have a lovely weekend, Ivana <3

    akiko

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  12. Styling with Nina15 September 2019 at 16:01

    Such a cute bag!!
    xx- Nina
    http://www.stylingwithnina.com/2019/09/casual-outfit-idea-for-fall-leopard.html

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  13. Chris Ferreira15 September 2019 at 18:48

    Hi Ivana, I love tote bags and the illustrations!
    Your niece must have been very happy with the gift.
    kisses
    Chris
    Inventando com a Mamãe / Instagram  / Facebook / Pinterest

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  14. Pilar15 September 2019 at 19:22

    Cute tote bags Ivana!

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  15. R.ChamberofBeauty16 September 2019 at 07:51

    I love tote bag, so glad to see your beautiful illustration on this bag. Your outfits are beautiful. I love the color and the style. You look fabulous. How nice you are to gift this bag to your aunt.
    Have a happy Monday.
    http://www.rakhshanda-chamberofbeauty.com/

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  16. LoveT.16 September 2019 at 09:57

    Wow looks amazing!

    kisses

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  17. NotJessFashion17 September 2019 at 07:33

    These are fantastic dear. I love it, so creatively artsy!

    Jessica | notjessfashion.com

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  18. » Joha17 September 2019 at 08:40

    Great post, Thanks for sharing,
    I'm following you! X.

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