Taiwan Marché Tote bag

“Taiwan Marché: The Sustainable Market of Island Culture” From the Austronesian roots to the everyday aesthetics of contemporary Taiwan, Taiwan Marché gathers the full energy of island culture. As Taiwan moves from “striving to survive” to “knowing how to live,” we also reconnect with the land through sustainable practice. We translated what we saw, heard, and tasted in the exhibition into this “Taste of Taiwan” tote: an island and a sustainable market framed in a wine glass, accented by everyday symbols like the Tatung rice cooker, blue-and-white slippers, and the Taiwan black dog. With a recycled denim tote to carry Taiwan’s daily life, it’s a reminder to live well—sustainably. Island Motif Print x Heavyweight Denim Taiwan’s classic elements are woven into the design; made with heavyweight denim for a substantial hand feel that’s durable and hard-wearing. Large Capacity x Quick-Access Pocket Commute-friendly: fits A4 documents and a 13" laptop; a large front pocket keeps your phone or cardholder easy to reach without digging. Locally Made Designed with “durability and longevity” at its core to extend the product life cycle and practice sustainability in everyday life. ※ For the deep-navy color, avoid pairing with white garments to prevent potential dye transfer from the denim. _________________________________________ 【 Size Chart 】Ｆ ▎Length (cm):　41 ▎Width (cm)：33 ▎Handle Length (cm):　25 ▎Front Pocket (cm)：26x21 # Units are centimeters cm The goods are all measured horizontally by hand, and there will be slight errors with the actual goods due to factors such as fabric elasticity and measurement starting and ending points. The error size ±3cm is within the acceptable range of international inspection standards and is not a defect. _________________________________________ 【 Denim fabric maintenance and precautions 】 ▎ Why does denim fade? Denim fabric uses environmentally friendly natural plant dyes, which are prone to dyeing and fading. It's normal for the color to fade after washing. Therefore, items from different periods will display unique colors due to differences in individual washing methods and wearing habits. ▎ Dress carefully 1. Avoid wearing with white clothing to prevent dye transfer from the denim fabric. 2. If the garment has spliced white fabric, slight staining of the white part may occur due to prolonged wear or friction with the dark denim part, which is a normal phenomenon. ▎ Washing Precautions 1. The fabric may have a slight color fade due to the natural dye characteristics. White clothing should be washed separately to avoid dye transfer. 2. For the first wash, please hand wash in cold water or use a laundry bag and select a gentle cycle. 3. Do not bleach, dry, or iron. Keep it away from high temperatures and fire. 4. If the garment contains spliced white fabric, have it dry-cleaned by a professional cleaner to ensure the integrity and color of the fabric. ▎Maintenance method 1. Avoid using bleach or strong detergents to protect the color and texture of the fabric. 2. Avoid strong or prolonged exposure to light to prevent damage to the color and cotton fibers. 3. The white part can be cleaned regularly with a special stain remover to maintain its brightness and whiteness. 4. Do not put sharp objects directly into the pockets to avoid puncturing or scratching the product. 5. Denim fabric may transfer color or stain other contacting items or clothing due to rain, sweat, or friction. Please be aware of usage. _________________________________________ 【ZERO WASTE FASHION Story Wear｜RECYCLE•REMAKE•RETHINK】 Founded in 2018, the brand has upcycled and transformed 11,305 pieces of recycled jeans, 1,775 yards of stock fabric, and has a long-term cooperation with non-profit organizations as production units. These include the Cerebral Palsy Association, the Women's Association, and The Family Support Center. Story Wear insists on integrating "fashion x sustainability x social enterprise" to achieve the impossible. _________________________________________ 【RECYCLE raw materials】 The raw materials come from textile factory stock fabrics and recycled jeans, and the products are manufactured with the principle of not creating waste and reducing environmental consumption as much as possible. ________________________________________ 【REMAKE Made by Local Tailors】 The production line consists of local Taiwanese tailors, second-degree employed women, and cerebral palsy families, from dismantling to patchwork, 100% handmade. ________________________________________ 【RETHINK making reflections】 The pattern design is mainly single-size and gender-neutral, gender-friendly and reduces ineffective inventory. _______________________________________ 【ID card clothing label】 We insist on brand transparency, therefore, each piece of clothing has an ID card recording the local tailor's signature and production hours. ________________________________________ * Important Notes Before Ordering / Please note that the colors in product photos may appear slightly different due to lighting and screen settings. The actual product color will prevail. / All items are made from clean, recycled denim, making each piece unique. As a result, the final product may have 10%-30% variation in color or different patchwork patterns. We kindly ask that you order only if this is acceptable. / In-stock items will be shipped within 7 days, excluding weekends and public holidays. / Some pre-order or custom-made items require 4-6 weeks for production before shipping. Please ensure you are comfortable with this time frame before placing your order.