It's always fun to randomly run into an old friend, but even more so when the run-in turns into a right-there-and-then shopping spree. Such was the case this past weekend when I encountered a friend picnicking on the beach, who had stylishly toted everything in the above and below striped market bags. Given their chicness, I assumed they were , but learned that she had procured them from , for a mere $44 a pop (the last pictured is $26!). I'm inclined to use them not only for the beach but beyond!