Tooley Tote | Fire-hose

Where there is smoke...
In 1861 a fire started in Tooley Street which burned for two weeks and ultimately led to the creation of London's first fire brigade. This is our third Tooley and it isn't an update it is a complete and total Phoenix.
This is a large roomy bag with a single shoulder strap that will allow you to wear it long and slouchy or tight and under the arm. In order to deliver some crucial internal organisation there is a zip pocket on one side and two poacher style pockets on the other. 
Every option includes handles and trim in Elvis & Kresse's signature decommissioned fire-hose which was previously deployed in active duty for up to 25 years fighting fires around the UK. 
The Tooley Tote MK III is available in our Classic Red our Rare Yellow and the limited Print Room version - an elegant combination of our signature decommissioned fire-hose and reclaimed printing blankets re-engineered to create a visually stunning matt black textile that is strong and beautiful to the touch.
The Fire-hose Collection
We fell in love with London's decommissioned fire-hose back in 2005 through a chance encounter with the London Fire Brigade. We took this lifesaving material home determined to breathe new life into it and save it from its otherwise inevitable end in landfill and vowed to donate 50% of our profits to charity. For over a decade we have been rescuing all of London's retired fire-hose by lovingly handcrafting them into sustainable luxury bags and accessories. Every year since Elvis & Kresse have donated 50% of the profits from the Fire-hose Collection to The Fire Fighters Charity. This heroic material once used to save lives gets a second chance to keep giving back. Our Fire-hose pieces are more than just a collection they represent a whole new kind of luxury. One that is sustainable ethical transparent generous and kind.
 

Features

Dimensions: H 36 x W 34 x D 10 cm
Max Strap Drop: 38 cm

Exterior: Choice of genuine decommissioned British fire-hose or reclaimed printing blanket
Lining: Rescued Burberry black textile

Adjustable shoulder strap in genuine decommissioned British fire-hose
Available in either Red rarer Yellow fire-hose Black printing blanket
Contemporary Design
Internal zip pocket and 2 internal poachers pockets
Presented in a reclaimed silk dust bag reusable as a shopping or delicate-wash bag
Etched Elvis & Kresse logo
Handmade with hand-painted and bound edges

Water resistant Wipe-clean
Vegan
Repaired for life
Free international delivery
50% of profits go to The Fire Fighters Charity