Anya Hindmarch Canvas Beach Bag in Yellow
Tote / Beach Bag / Shopper · Anya Hindmarch; premium luxury tier. Known for playful, organizational, and utilitarian-chic designs.
Collection: Labelled Collection; permanent playful line characterized by literal text labels on compartments.
Style
Tote / Beach Bag / Shopper
Brand
Anya Hindmarch; premium luxury tier. Known for playful, organizational, and utilitarian-chic designs.
Material
Heavyweight cotton canvas with machine-stitched seams. Flat canvas handles reinforced with metallic rivets.
Dimensions
Width: 35cm, Height: 42cm, Depth: 1cm (flat), Strap Drop: 25cm. Fits the 'Large' category for flat totes.
Description
A cheerful and functional canvas tote that embodies Anya Hindmarch's signature 'Labelled' philosophy. This bag combines a minimalist flat silhouette with a bold, sunny hue, featuring dedicated exterior pockets for sunglasses and lotion to prevent interior clutter.
Key Features
Unique external 'Suntan Lotion' and 'Sunglasses' pockets with literal text labeling; sturdy rivet-reinforced handles; oversized 'beach bag' text at the base.
Material & Construction
Heavyweight cotton canvas with machine-stitched seams. Flat canvas handles reinforced with metallic rivets.
Color & Pattern
Vibrant Sun Yellow with crisp white screen-printed serif and sans-serif typography. Solid color, no pattern.
Hardware Details
Silver-tone (likely nickel or stainless steel) rivets securing the handle bases. No zippers or clasps visible.
Interior Description
Unlined single compartment; reverse side of exterior canvas. Likely contains a small internal 'Phone' or 'Keys' pocket typical of the Labelled line.
Closure Type
Open top; classic tote configuration for easy access to beach essentials.
Strap & Handle Details
Dual flat canvas top handles; non-adjustable; designed for shoulder or hand carry.
Craftsmanship Details
Standard high-quality machine work; straight-line stitching; reinforced stress points at handles; consistent heat-set screen printing.
Authentication Indicators
Alignment of the 'beach bag' text; specific serif font used for 'suntan lotion'; quality of the heavy canvas weave; branded rivet heads (if inspected closely).
Origin & Manufacturing
Designed in London, typically manufactured in China or India under high-quality contemporary standards.
Era & Period
Contemporary (2010s-2020s); follows the 'organized living' and 'literalism' trends popularized by Hindmarch.
Age Estimate
Circa 2015-2022 based on the typography style and the specific 'Suntan Lotion' label variation.
Cultural Significance
Represents the shift toward 'joyful utility' in luxury fashion, where everyday mundane items are elevated through designer branding and humor.
Condition Notes
Good / Fair. Visible darkening (surface dirt) along the top edge; minor staining on the right side; screen print shows light cracking; structural integrity remains high.
Value Estimate
Original Retail: $250-$350. Current Resale: $75-$150 depending on the level of surface soiling and print preservation.
Care & Maintenance
Spot clean only with mild detergent; do not machine wash as it may distort the canvas and damage the screen print; store flat in a cool, dry place.
Similar Handbags
L.L. Bean Boat and Tote (utilitarian), Rue De Verneuil Totes (chic canvas), and the Anya Hindmarch 'Household' recycled collection.
Interesting Facts
Anya Hindmarch's 'Labelled' collection was inspired by her own obsession with organization; the 2007 'I'm Not A Plastic Bag' tote from this same brand sparked the global designer eco-tote movement.