Stylish but most importantly functional, VegieBAG carry & Keep is the ultimate produce bag. It keeps your fruits and veggies fresher than fresh with plenty of room for your VIP items. Keep reading to find out why this might just be the best produce bag ever and how you can get your hands on one.
I don’t know about you but I have what seems to be an infinite number of canvas carry bags. They’re indestructible and I’ve never thrown one away (yay zero waste) but because I often forget to bring one to the shops, I end up unwantedly adding to the collection when I’m there. That’s just problem number one.
For short trips, I’ll throw in just what I need like my phone, keys, wallet and maybe some mints. I’m just getting some carrots so I don’t really need to bring my 5kg (well it feels like it) handbag along with me. But Mr. $2 Canvas bag over here has other ideas like losing at least one of my VIP items because there’s no zip or pockets. He’s just a plain old canvas produce bag after all. And this is problem number two.
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What do you use produce bags for?
For a while now, commercial plastic bags have been banned so it just makes sense to bring a bag with you when you shop. When it comes to fresh produce, you’d ideally want produce bags that not only hold your fruits and veggies but keeps them fresh on the trip home.
There are different types but the main contenders are made from canvas, cloth or mesh. Depending on the type of produce, these different materials provide ventilation at varying degrees.
Is there anything better than produce bags?
I’m glad you asked. Problems one and two bring me to talk about problem number three and the current produce bags on the market. If you do a quick search on the net, you’ll find very generic-looking produce bags that serve the same purpose – to hold fresh produce and only that. This leads me to problem number three which is they’re all boring-looking, flimsy and well just forgettable.
I can assure you, there’s nothing more frustrating than putting your thin canvas produce bag down on the ground and two potatoes have rolled out to aisle number two.
But, I have come to let you know that there IS something better than produce bags and it just may be the best produce bag ever.
What is VegieBAG® Carry & Keep?
Introducing VegieBAG® Carry & Keep. You’ve probably never heard of it, so it’s not that good right? So wrong my friend. I’m in Australia and had never heard of it, where I’m from it really didn’t seem like a popular item.
In fact, I didn’t even hear about it, I saw it first. Some mum at playgroup had it and I made a mental note of “VegieBAG® Carry & Keep”, the iconic trademark name written in large letters across the bag. You really can’t miss it.
I rushed back to find out more about it and to look for any good reviews before I made a purchase. Not only were there really limited reviews, but I also struggled to find multiple online retailers for competitive pricing that shipped to my location.
So, what’s with the secret? Well, it’s no secret, there’s just limited coverage on this awesome product but I will happily fix that by spreading the word!
Is VegieBAG® Carry & Keep a produce bag or carry bag?
It’s both! And the answer’s in the name: Carry & Keep. VegieBAG® Carry & Keep functions as a produce bag AND a carry bag, hence the name.
Conceived from yet another clever Japanese design, VegieBAG® has been around since 2012. Featuring the simple characteristics of canvas shopping bags used to carry fresh produce from the store, improvements were made to create a multi-functional carry bag.
Why is VegieBAG® Carry & Keep the best produce bag?
Born in Japan, VegieBAG’s are created from canvas with ample storage intended to maintain the freshness of your produce from the market to home. There are various designs in the VegieBAG Carry & Keep range to suit your needs.
The basic design of the VegieBAG Carry& Keep series feature multiple storage pockets to keep fruits and vegetables in an upright position. The bag is constructed of sturdy cotton canvas, durable enough to hold heavy groceries.
Possibly the best function of this bag is the ability for it to withhold its shape in an upright standing position. Say goodbye to rolling tin cans and carrots.
If you’re looking for something strong, sturdy and large – perhaps to hold that bunch of celery, the VegieBAG Carry & Keep Luggage is perfect. With five exterior pockets of various sizes for easy organisation, the bag also features solid double handles and a non-detachable shoulder strap.
I opted for the VegieBAG Carry & Keep Flap for something on the smaller side but still a very convenient piece. This little cutie retails for $49.00 and is available in two colours: Kinari and Black. Keep reading below for my first thoughts on the VegieBAG Carry & Keep.
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Can you use the VegieBAG Carry & Keep for travel?
Yes, you absolutely can and should use the VegieBAG Carry & Keep for travel or your next vacation!
I purchased the VegieBAG Carry& Keep Flap (in the colour Kinari) in anticipation of my upcoming trip to Singapore back in 2022. This VegieBAG design features plenty of interior and exterior storage – 5 outer pockets and 4 main inner compartments, more than enough space for all my important documents, snacks and my trusty 850ml water bottle (which would actually stay upright – bonus!)
Whilst the inner compartments don’t feature any zips, I actually prefer the option of flaps to easily access smaller items like my wireless headphones or lip balm quickly. The main interior of the bag features an open tote design with a magnetic flap closure to effortlessly hide stored items.
Every bag in the VegieBAG Carry & Keep range features solid double handles and a self-supporting frame design which means that the bag is always upright and easily accessible at any time. This was very handy in the airport when you quickly need to be hands-free for checkin-ins and that all important coffee at 3am!
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Where can I buy VegieBAG Carry & Keep?
You can shop the VegieBAG Carry & Keep range from online retailer The Editor’s Market which is based in and ships from Singapore.
The Editor’s Market carries the full VegieBAG Carry & Keep range which is available in two colours: Kinari and Black and four sizes. I purchased the bag on 10 October 2022 and received the delivery to Australia on 19 October 2022.
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Final thoughts on VegieBAG Carry & Keep
Everything I’ll ever need in a bag is exactly what I love about the VegieBAG Carry & Keep Flap. It’s stylish, well-sized, multi-functional, practical and basically performs just as it was designed to. Whilst some days I opt for my crossbody bag, the VegieBAG Carry & Keep is definitely my day-to-day all-rounder bag and my first choice for that next vacay.
Please note that this is not a sponsored review and I do not receive any financial reward for this post. All products in this review have been purchased and fully paid for. This is an unbiased and honest review of all products mentioned and not influenced by any paid advertising or sponsorship.