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Carry on.
Utilitarian by design yet polished in execution, our soft and sturdy Sonoma Bag packs a deceivingly large amount of gear. Handcrafted with purpose from medium-weight organic canvas and lined with organic cotton sheeting, our bespoke bag is an everyday essential. The Sonoma Bag features a stylish curve at the base, wide straps for comfortable support, two easy-reach external pockets, and a zip-top main compartment with metal zipper and pull finished in aged brass.
Made of equal parts cotton and relentless determination.
Crafted exclusively for Olive+Comet, the Sonoma Bag is handmade by the women of Joyya, our fair trade partner in Kolkata, West Bengal. Through its unwavering commitment to banish extreme poverty and human trafficking within local communities, Joyya empowers at-risk populations by providing choices for healthy, meaningful employment—spreading hope and economic opportunity in the process.
We’re proud of this bag, and all that it stands for. It does more than carry what you put inside—it carries people forward.
Overview
Handmade; premium quality
Natural, 100% organic cotton & brass construction
Ethically sourced; fair trade guaranteed
Environmentally responsible; transparent supply chain
Climate-neutral shipping
Details
Overall dimensions (not including handles): 16.5" wide x 15" tall x 5.5" deep
Handles: medium weight (310gsm) folded & stitched, natural organic cotton canvas; 1.6" wide x 24" long (handles extend 10.5" from top of bag, when pulled taught)
Body: medium weight (310gsm) natural organic cotton canvas
Lining: lightweight (145gsm) natural organic cotton sheeting
Pockets: two (2), exterior, easy-reach, pouch-style (8" wide x 11" tall each)
Zipper: aged brass zipper pull & teeth (ocean & beach friendly; brass does not rust)
Certification & Tags: stitched tag on exterior (Olive+Comet on front; 1% for the Planet on reverse); printed tag on interior of bag (World Fair Trade Organization; Crafted From Certified Organic Cotton)
Sustainability
Reusable
Crafted of Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) certified organic cotton
Ethically sourced & World Fair Trade Organization (WFTO) certified
Production supports real economic growth & opportunity for at-risk communities
Plastic & silicone-free
Ink, dye & chemical-free
Olive+Comet is a 1% for the Planet Business Member. Through our partnership, a minimum of 1% of our sales is donated annually to address pressing social and environmental concerns
For every product donated or sold, Olive+Comet funds the planting of a tree through our reforestation partner, One Tree Planted
Climate neutral end-to-end shipping—from origin, to us, to you—through arrangements with our vendors and/or the funding of carbon reduction partnerships, including our support of Ecologi
Care
Hand-washing is recommended (washing machine spin cycles may stretch or warp the canvas); cold water with mild soap. Hang to dry.
Origin
Made in Kolkata, West Bengal, India
Ships from Olive+Comet, Lake Worth, Florida, USA
Customer Reviews
Based on 9 reviews
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Nothing about this bag you will not love!
My first thought was, great for the beach! And then, for travel! Or carry my puzzle books and novels for when I need to wait at the doc's office, dealership, etc. Shopping! All of the above and then some. For the past month, I've been using it at the hardware stores for renovation supplies, with my shopping list, measuring tape and (paint, floor) samples conveniently in the outer pockets. It's an ideal size to carry a lot of travel or store items, while being able to handle the weight. It's tough enough to withstand items that would otherwise poke through plastic, paper or other reusable shopping bags (like caulk tubes). It's made to fit comfortably on the shoulder. Another bonus is that it zips closed to contain everything! A lot of thought went in to this bag. Wonderful value!
L
I won this bag in the 1% for the planet auction and I love it! It's sturdy and has lots of pockets. I appreciate companies that are 1% members and I try to support them whenever possible. I hope you will be making more items in the future because I would be happy to buy other things from you!
M
Worth every penny! I have had this bag for two weeks and I have used it every day! It is lightweight, but the straps are thick and hold a lot of weight. The straps don’t slip off of my shoulders either! The neutral colors matches with any outfit. I love that it is organic cotton and it feels very soft against my skin. Also, neat fact that the bag is named after a very cool rescue dog :)
I appreciate the two deep pockets on the outside. I wish the inside had pockets! However, the bag itself is deep and wide enough to hold all of my things. It holds my 16” MacBook comfortably with plenty of room to spare. The zipper is smooth and the bag is easy to spot clean.
I love the company’s transparency and sustainable practices! Support this small business and buy this bag!
J
At first I was taken aback by the steep price tag, but I bit the bullet after learning about O+C's commitment to sustainability and community.
Ever since I received this tote bag in the mail, I've been wearing it every day. I find myself gravitating to this one the most over my other bags (and I have a lot). I can say that it was worth every single penny! It's sturdy, spacious, and comfortable. The front pockets are what make this bag the IT bag for me -- so convenient and they help my scatterbrained self stay organized.
An artisan in India proudly holds up a finished Sonoma bag
Made by people—for people.
The production of our bags is sustainable, and directly supports the well-being and development of women from at-risk communities. The Sonoma bag is crafted by artisans and made with purpose.
An Olive+Comet Sonoma bag, stuffed with firewood, sits upon the overgrown root of an enormous tree. The blurred background reveals woodland & green patterns.
Tough as timber.
The medium-weight canvas of the Sonoma bag is soft to the touch—but it's tough as nails when it's time to haul the groceries (or the firewood).
An Olive+Comet Sonoma bag lies on the beach. Sitting on a blue & white striped towel, the bag is surrounded by aviator-style sunglasses and reef-friendly sunscreen.
Weekend approved.
With wide, comfy straps and easy-access outer pockets, the Sonoma bag makes your weekend tour an effortless affair—wherever (or whoever) you plan to visit.
Can I wash my Sonoma bag in the washing machine?
You absolutely can—but that may depend on your machine/cycle. To keep your bag looking its very best, we don’t recommend machine washing. The spin cycle can stretch & warp the bag, and hot water can shrink it.
We suggest spot cleaning with a stain remover (test an area first & follow the manufacturer’s directions). Or, you can use baking soda mixed with a bit of warm water (create a paste, apply it to the stain and let it sit for 5–10 minutes—then, wipe it off.
If your bag needs more than spot cleaning, hand wash it with mild soap & lukewarm water. Scrub gently to avoid damaging the cotton fibers. Hang the bag to dry.
Is the zipper beach friendly, or will it rust?
The zipper is made of aged brass—one of the few metals recommended for marine applications, especially when contact with saltwater is expected.
Brass tarnishes readily when exposed to saltwater, but maintains its functional integrity for a long period of time.
Customer Reviews
Based on 9 reviews
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Nothing about this bag you will not love!
My first thought was, great for the beach! And then, for travel! Or carry my puzzle books and novels for when I need to wait at the doc's office, dealership, etc. Shopping! All of the above and then some. For the past month, I've been using it at the hardware stores for renovation supplies, with my shopping list, measuring tape and (paint, floor) samples conveniently in the outer pockets. It's an ideal size to carry a lot of travel or store items, while being able to handle the weight. It's tough enough to withstand items that would otherwise poke through plastic, paper or other reusable shopping bags (like caulk tubes). It's made to fit comfortably on the shoulder. Another bonus is that it zips closed to contain everything! A lot of thought went in to this bag. Wonderful value!
L
I won this bag in the 1% for the planet auction and I love it! It's sturdy and has lots of pockets. I appreciate companies that are 1% members and I try to support them whenever possible. I hope you will be making more items in the future because I would be happy to buy other things from you!
M
Worth every penny! I have had this bag for two weeks and I have used it every day! It is lightweight, but the straps are thick and hold a lot of weight. The straps don’t slip off of my shoulders either! The neutral colors matches with any outfit. I love that it is organic cotton and it feels very soft against my skin. Also, neat fact that the bag is named after a very cool rescue dog :)
I appreciate the two deep pockets on the outside. I wish the inside had pockets! However, the bag itself is deep and wide enough to hold all of my things. It holds my 16” MacBook comfortably with plenty of room to spare. The zipper is smooth and the bag is easy to spot clean.
I love the company’s transparency and sustainable practices! Support this small business and buy this bag!
J
At first I was taken aback by the steep price tag, but I bit the bullet after learning about O+C's commitment to sustainability and community.
Ever since I received this tote bag in the mail, I've been wearing it every day. I find myself gravitating to this one the most over my other bags (and I have a lot). I can say that it was worth every single penny! It's sturdy, spacious, and comfortable. The front pockets are what make this bag the IT bag for me -- so convenient and they help my scatterbrained self stay organized.
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