The Latest It Bag? The Collectible Cotton Tote

Status bags may no longer be about money, but they are still about caché. At the 2009 Siren Music Festival, must-have bags in the VIP area were plain old cotton totes. They may been acquired for free, but they denoted access: to a Marc Jacobs show (Sonic Youth tote, after the jump) or some early contact with the hot band Phoenix, whose new album imprinted on this bag, left, just came out.

Topshop lured in customers on opening day with promises of a collectible tote. You’ve probably seen it around town – one side features quirky drawings of men and women’s faces and a tee that says “Fashion Weak.” Now they’re giving away these totes, below, with any online purchase while supplies last. They suggest using it as a beach tote. Gasp! It’s way too good for that.

Topshop Tote