Tote Bag
Timeless elegance
The Elvis & Kresse Tote Bag is made from genuine decommissioned fire-hose and lined with reclaimed parachute silk. Previously deployed in active duty for up to 25 years, fighting fires around the UK, the hose turns a classic shape into an eco original. A perfect day bag due to its size and robustness, the tote will keep you dry through a spot of rain and keep its contents dry even in a rainstorm. You don’t need to worry about setting it down on the ground, it will wipe clean with just a cloth and some furniture polish. This over-the-shoulder bag is big enough for a 13" laptop and has 3 internal pockets. Practical, individual, beautiful, timeless.
Our classic Tote Bag is available in red hose, yellow hose or black printing blanket. The latter version is made from reclaimed printing blankets combined with our signature decommissioned fire-hose, making a bold statement. The re-engineered printing blanket creates a visually stunning textile that is strong and beautiful to the touch. This iteration maintains all the design features of the full fire-hose versions as described above.
The Fire-hose Collection
We fell in love with London's decommissioned fire-hose back in 2005 through a chance encounter with the London Fire Brigade. We took this lifesaving material home determined to breathe new life into it and save it from its otherwise inevitable end in landfill, and vowed to donate 50% of our profits to charity.
For over a decade we have been rescuing all of London's retired fire-hose by lovingly handcrafting them into sustainable luxury bags and accessories. Every year since, Elvis & Kresse have donated 50% of the profits from the Fire-hose Collection to The Fire Fighters Charity. This heroic material, once used to save lives, gets a second chance to keep giving back.
Our Fire-hose pieces are more than just a collection, they represent a whole new kind of luxury. One that is sustainable, ethical, transparent, generous and kind.
Features
- Dimensions: H 29 x W 36 x D 13 cm
- Handle Drop: 25 cm
- Exterior: Genuine decommissioned British fire-hose or printing blanket
- Lining: Reclaimed parachute silk
- Handles in genuine decommissioned British fire-hose
- Available in Red or rare Yellow fire-hose or black printing blanket
- Timeless design
- Featured on the BBC
- Internal zip pocket
- Two internal quick access pockets
- Presented in a reclaimed silk dust bag, reusable as a shopping or delicate-wash bag
- Etched Elvis & Kresse logo
- Handmade with hand-painted and bound edges
- Water resistant, Wipe-clean, Zero waste design
- Vegan
- Repaired for life
- International delivery
- 50% of profits go to The Fire Fighters Charity
Frequently Asked Questions
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Shipping is £4.95 for orders under £100 and free for orders £100+
We currently only ship within the UK.
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We accept most major credit cards as well as Apple Pay, Google Pay, Shop Pay & Clearpay.
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We understand that sometimes you need to return a purchase, maybe it is the wrong size or doesn't look the same to the picture online, not to worry!
We accept returns within 30 days of purchase.
You are responsible for the cost of returning items, unless faulty or incorrect item received.
Some independent brands offer free return labels, you will be advised this when you submit your return request.
See our full Returns Policy.
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