Baggu: Reusable Bags Review

From using compact fluorescent light bulbs to recycling (of course) to exclusive e-bills and e-banking – we’ve really been making an effort to do our little part to protect the environment. I know, we’re not doing anything monumental or life-changing in our house, but you have to start somewhere, right? Well, I’ve found one of the easiest and stylish things you can do to help the environment is use reusable shopping bags. I was recently introduced to Baggu Bags and using them is a super simple step in the right direction.

Using one BAGGU for one year replaces 300 to 700 disposable bags.

About the Baggu Company
BAGGU is a small team of designers, and entrepreneurs, founded on the principle that good design should be functional, beautiful and affordable. Our goal is to make basic products that fill lots of uses, not just one, so you can own less stuff.

Baggu bags are designed to replicate the shape and function of the stereotypical plastic grocery bag. They are lightweight, like plastic grocery bags, but have longer and stronger handles for added function. And, of course, they look a heck of a lot better than a plastic bag. Indeed, Baggu bags are available in over 50 bright colors and patterns.

I received a very generous selection of the Baggu bag and Baby Baggu. The Baggu can the load of 2 to 3 plastic grocery bags, carry up to 50 pounds and still folds into a small pouch. The Baby Baggu is smaller (duh) but can still handle up to 30 pounds.The bags are so versatile. I’ve used them to go to the Y, to pack a little bag when my kids spent time at the neighbors, to pack dinner to go to a friend’s house. They’ve really come in handy. I now leave a Baggu in the zippered compartment of our stroller and the center console of my car so I always have one with me.

To Buy… At $8 a pop, a Baggu bag is a great investment – for you and the environment. With the huge range of colors, and the variety of sizes (traditional, Baby and Big) you can find something you like and use it for way more than simply grocery shopping.

Or Not to Buy… While I love the fact that the Baggu folds into a compact pouch, I wish the pouch was attached to the bag itself. It’s a separate piece and it’d be great if it were stitched along the seam on the bottom of the bag to stay attached.

Shop! The Baggu Bag is $8, but you save by buying more. You can get 3, 4 or 5 for $7.50 a piece and 6 or more for $6.50. The Baby Baggu is $6. Check them out at www.baggubags.com.

Thank you to Baggu for providing a sample product for the purposes of this review. The opinions expressed in this review are mine and others may have a different experience.