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STATE Bags

STATE Bags is a socially conscious, B Corp-certified business founded in 2013 by Scot and Jacq Tatelman. They offer stylish, well-made backpacks, totes, fanny packs, and suitcases in 37+ classic and funky patterns, and donate 20% of profits and 1 backpack for every bag sold to organizations that help struggling families.

STATE Bags
DTCetc Score
84
out of 100
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The story

STATE Bags is a for-profit business founded in 2013 by Scot and Jacq Tatelman with a mission to make beautiful, well-made, inclusively cool products while using the power of business to give back and shift narratives around social injustices. With attention-grabbing styles for both adults and kids, the brand offers a wide selection of totes, backpacks, fanny packs, and suitcases in 37+ classic and funky patterns. The company is certified B Corporation and donates 20% of what it makes to organizations that help struggling families, and promises to donate one backpack to a child who needs it for every bag sold. Customers can purchase the bags with Affirm and enjoy international shipping.

Who shops at STATE Bags

STATE Bags is a brand that makes bags for adults and kids for a variety of purposes, such as school, work, the gym, and the park. The bags are designed to have meaning and are made from recycled and non-toxic materials, making them a good option for those looking for a greener choice.

STATE Bags
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The DTCetc bottomline

84
/100
Overall score
Quality90
Sustainability90
Value for money70
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Travel
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Socially-conscious
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What customers say

Customers love
  • Exceeds expectations in design, usability, quality, and performance.
  • Philanthropic brand supporting local causes.
  • Well-built products, better than competitors.
  • Commitment to helping underserved kids.
  • Attractive and stylish bags.
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STATE Bags shipping policy

Free shipping over $50

STATE Bags ships to all 50 states domestically, with three shipping options available: FedEx Ground, 2-Day, and Overnight. Shipping is free on orders over $50, and orders usually ship out the next business day. Personalized orders can take 1-3 business days before they’re sent out, and expedited shipping isn’t available.Internationally, STATE Bags is delivered through GlobalShopex.com, with two shipping options available: Standard 10-15 business days and Priority 5-10 business days. Shipping is free on orders over $100.

STATE Bags return policy

14-day return window

STATE Bags offers a 14-day return policy for items that are in their original, new condition with all tags attached. Final sale items are non-refundable. To make a return, customers must log into their account and let the company know which items they are sending back. They will then receive instructions along with a prepaid shipping label. Once the return is received, STATE Bags will review the request and process the refund. Processing time for returns is not specified.

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