One need not necessarily sacrifice style, even if it is in the name of being environmentally conscious. Next time you stroll the Mag Mile or buy groceries, tote home your purchases in a reusable bag. They come in all sizes, colors and prices, and these days even designers are getting in on the act.
Purple reign
A bright purple tote by Decree with extra long straps makes for easy carrying; $9.99 at JCPenney and jcpenney.com
Hi, my name is …
Lay claim to your bag by emblazoning this Wal-Mart pick with your initials; $18.76 at walmart.com
Juicy flavor
Juicy Couture’s canvas tote is roomy enough to hold everything from your latest run to Walgreens; $95 at Nordstrom and nordstrom.com
Use me
This set of 5 colorful bags by Envirosax will ensure you’re never without a tote. Set of five for $38 at Urban Outfitters and urbanoutfitters.com
Prep schooled
Preppy style queen Tory Burch puts her own spin on the canvas bag look; $250 at shopbop.com
Bags ahoy!
In keeping with the eco-friendly theme, Sea Bags are made out of recycled boat sails; $95-$185 at seabags.com
Easy being green
“Going green” role model Kermit the Frog livens up this Target tote; $12.99 at Target and target.com
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Check out
This weekend’s best bargains
Lillstreet Art Center
4401 N. Ravenswood Ave.; 773-769-4226
The center holds its annual Member Sale from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, offering one-of-a-kind work, including screened prints, paintings and jewelry. Free admission; artwork ranges from $20 to $150.
Habit
1951 W. Division St.; 773-342-0093
Habit celebrates its third anniversary by offering 30 percent off the entire store Saturday and Sunday.
Randolph Street
Market Festival
1350 W. Randolph St.; 312-666-1200; chicagoantiquemarket.com
The fest returns Saturday and Sunday with a back-to-school theme featuring items to decorate homes and dorms. The $10 admission good for both days.
The Shop @ Equinox
900 N. Michigan Ave., 312-254-2500; 1750 N. Clark St., 312-254-4000; 200 W. Monroe St., 312-252-3100
Take up to 50 percent off designer sportswear and active wear (including James Perse and Lululemon) through Sept. 5.
Anjenu
1747 W. Division St.; 773-469-2212
The shop now carries the TamTam Design Studio line of greeting cards and stationery, with a debut collection of signature cards available through Sept. 6.
* For more sales and events, go to chicagomag.com.
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What’s in store
Aberle
1101 W. Webster Ave.; 773-477-1101
Finishing touches
The new Lincoln Park accessories boutique carries all the elements to complete an outfit: jewelry, shoes, and handbags. You’ll find shoes from Loeffler Randall and Sigerson Morrison. Shoes from Italian brand Fiorentini + Baker will arrive soon.
Also look for handbags from Rebecca Minkoff, Sissi Rossi, and the line from Katherine Kwei, who uses ancient Chinese knotting in her designs. The boutique plans to offer special discounts at its grand opening Sept. 26. Chicago magazine
