I could sit all day writing reams why totes are almost as cool as backpacks but I decided to compile a list instead.

Why the tote way is the right way:

1. From strore brands to designer totes, you decide how much you want to pay.

2. Different types for different people. With so many designs to choose it is quite easy to find one to match your outfit. 

3. Not sure what to take with you for the day? Why not just take it all? You have enough space. 

4. With no pockets or dividers totes give you an excuse to keep a messy bag. If you're not too fond of clutter a bag organiser can easily come to the rescue. 

5. Books? Clothes? Groceries? Carry whatever you want these babies are versatile. 

My tote collection:

Yes, prepare yourself  for another list.

1. Cotton On Body - Cotton On Foundation

2. Factorie

3. Factorie - Planet Factorie Foundation

4. Cotton On - Cotton On Foundation

5. Factorie - Planet Factorie Foundation

6. Factorie

7. Factorie

I didn't choose the tote life the tote life chose me.

Essence Colour & Go:

This is my absolute favourite,  it is in the colour 'here's my number' unfortunately no one has asked for it...yet. I really don't remember buying it but I'm glad I did. It has a sand effect which is super cool, it dries up almost instantly and the glitter makes it great for night time wear. The downsides however are that it chips very quickly and it has a quite watery consistency so one or two coats won't do.

WOW: 

My sister actually bought this one but I occasionally (okay I admit, a little more than occasionally) use it. After searching on the bottle and on the internet I couldn't find its exact colour but it's purple-maroonish. It doesn't take too long to dry and like most nail polishes the more coats you add the darker it looks, so one coat works for me.

 Jay Jays-Naughty Nails: 

This nail polish lasts longer than the other two but it also takes longer to dry, I guess good things come to those who wait. I think black is essential in everyone's nail polish collection. It's great to for making polka dots which is easier with this brush as it's thinner than most, you can mix it with other colours which I enjoy doing or simply on its own.