The Decline of the Art Fair Tote Bag

The Decline of the Art Fair Tote Bag

The art fair tote bag, once a democratic souvenir of cultural engagement, is turning into a limited-edition emblem of privilege.

Over the last decade, the quality, quantity, and spirit of the art fair tote bag have declined. It is now handed out with discretion, similar to champagne flutes or VIP credentials.

The evidence of this decline is tactile and devastating: fewer totes, thinner cotton, cheaper stitching, and smaller fonts.

The humble fair tote now appears in dwindling numbers.

Author's summary: Art fair tote bags have declined in quality and quantity.

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Observer Observer — 2025-10-30

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