The accessory of the year has to be the trendy black hip bag beloved by influencers, celebrities, and anyone looking for a convenient way to keep their important items close at hand. 8th generation has taken that sleek and convenient carry-all and given it a Louie Gong twist by adding his incredibly popular Coast Salish Pattern in a black-on-black design that makes an iconic addition to any outfit. Even better? Each bag diverts plastic water bottles AND plants trees—meaning you look good while doing good for the planet.
Louie Gong (Nooksack) created his Coast Salish Pattern as a "collaboration with the ancestors" after researching traditional Coast Salish weaving, first for the Coast Salish Pattern Wool Blanket, and later adapting it to a variety of contemporary products. Although 8th Generation products are created using modern technology, it was crucial to Louie he create a design that could be replicated with traditional Coast Salish weaving methods, merging old and new through his art.
Coast Salish art is rarely represented in contemporary textiles, and Louie is proud to help push this particular, often overlooked form to the forefront of Native art and product offerings.
Whether you call this style a hip bag, fanny pack, sling bag, cross pack, belt bag, or bum bag, you'll love the sleek design, roomy interior, and functional versatility.
These bags are made of recycled PET, which means they save water bottles from the landfill, and are created with a carbon-neutral practice through SeaTrees.
Washington-born, globally produced.
Product Details:
- Size: Large, fits waist sizes large–3XL (32"-41"): shortest length is 36 inches; longest length is 59 inches
- Two zipper pockets: main pocket 9"(l)x2"(w)x6"(h); front pocket 9"(w)x5"(h)
- To wear the bag slung across your chest or shoulder, we recommend the Large
- Strap option unless you are a child or petite adult
- Colors are black on black
About The Artist:
Louie Gong (Nooksack), founder of Eighth Generation, is a self-taught artist who was raised by his grandparents in the Nooksack tribal community in northwest Washington. He got his start by painting cultural art on shoes, but realized that creating one-of-a-kind pieces did not provide a sustainable pathway to success, so he began applying his artwork to accessibly-priced products. His unique style merges traditional Coast Salish art with influences from his mixed heritage and urban environment to create work that resonates widely across communities and cultures.
