The Cats organza tote bag by Brigitte Tanaka turns a familiar, disposable object into something altogether more charming — and lasting. Inspired by vintage packaging, the embroidered design features two mischievous cats, a nod to the playful absurdity of consumer graphics transformed into art.
Part handbag, part commentary, it’s made from sheer, delicately embroidered organza — light enough to fold into a pocket, yet strong enough for daily errands. Designed in Paris by the Franco-Japanese duo, this piece embodies their signature paradox: sustainability wrapped in wit and nostalgia.
WHY IT’S SPECIAL
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Conceptual everyday design — A whimsical reinterpretation of an ordinary shopping bag through hand-crafted embroidery.
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Sustainable and poetic — A reusable alternative to single-use plastic, designed to last and to amuse.
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Distinctly Brigitte Tanaka — Merges French vintage aesthetics with Japanese minimal humor.
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Light yet durable — Sheer nylon organza with detailed artisanal embroidery and cotton handles.
DETAILS
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Material: Organza 100 % Nylon / Embroidery 100 % Polyester / Handles Cotton
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Size: 15 in H × 11 in W (38 × 28 cm); with handles 20 in H (51 cm)
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Care: Dry clean or cold machine wash
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Design origin: Paris, France
THE BRAND
Brigitte Tanaka is a Paris-based Franco-Japanese design duo known for reimagining the everyday with humor, craft, and social reflection. Their embroidered organza bags reinterpret familiar consumer icons — from baguette to newspaper — into transparent, collectible objects that speak of nostalgia, irony, and care.
