How Does a Reversible Tote Bag Work?
The tote features a different pattern on the outside and inside. Simply reverse the bag inside out to change the print on the outside.
The inner zip pocket stays accessible on both sides, so your phone and keys are always in the same spot no matter which print is showing. There’s no right side and wrong side. Both patterns are designed to be used, giving you two prints in one bag.
When Is a Reversible Tote the Right Bag?
Here’s why you’ll love it and when to use it:
Beach days and pool afternoons: The open top makes it easy to toss in towels, sunscreen, a book, and a water bottle without unzipping a zipper. The Splash-Proof® material is made to toss in your damp swimsuit, towel or sandy things and wipe clean.
Errands and grocery runs: Farmers market, grocery store, post office. One bag is ready for a full morning of errands. Reusable, washable, and looks good doing it.
Travel and sightseeing: Pack it flat in your suitcase. Pull it out at your destination for beach days, market shopping, or sightseeing. Flip it over for a different look without packing an extra bag.
Everyday light carry: Wallet, phone, a book, a water bottle. When you don’t need a backpack, the Reversible Tote is ideal for light-carry days.
Weekends and casual outings: Brunch, the park, a walk around the neighborhood. The bag for the days when you need more than a wallet.
What Fits Inside a Reversible Tote Bag?
The reversible tote is ALOHA Collection’s most compact tote, but it holds more than you expect. Here’s what fits:
A beach towel (standard size, rolled or folded)
Sunscreen, sunglasses, and a trucker hat
A water bottle
Snacks
A paperback or e-reader
Phone, wallet, and keys (in the inner zip pocket)
What it’s not designed for: a laptop, a full week’s groceries, or heavy, bulky items. For a zip-top tote, try the Day Tripper (largest tote, zip-top, expandable) or if you need more space, go for the Holo Holo (oversized, maximum capacity, open top) are the right picks. For a tote with a zipper closure and laptop compatibility in nylon fabric, the Zipper Tote is the one.
How to Pair Your Reversible Tote with the Rest of Your Setup
The Reversible Tote works solo for light days, but it also pairs well with the rest of the ALOHA Collection lineup:
Pack it flat in your suitcase and use it as your day bag at your destination. Takes up almost no space, weighs next to nothing.
Pair it with pouches to organize all your stuff. A Small Pouch for sunscreen and beauty essentials. A Mini Pouch for your earbuds, lip balm and small things.
Add a Crossbody or Hip Pack for your on-body essentials. The Tote carries the bulk and the Crossbody carries your phone and wallet.
How to Care for Your Reversible Tote
Everyday care: Wipe down with a damp cloth.
Regular cleaning: Hand wash with mild soap, lay flat and air dry.
Deep clean: Machine wash on delicate with cold water and mild detergent. Lay flat and air dry. Avoid bleach, fabric softener, and the dryer.
Full instructions on the ALOHA Collection care guide.