The Native Waratah Tote

Crafted from certified organic cotton canvas in a luxurious 600gsm weight, the Native Waratah Tote blends practicality with botanical artistry. Thoughtfully hand selected by the La Vie en Rose floral designers, this piece reflects our love for nature, Australian florals, and timeless design.

Designed in Australia by Blue Mountains artist Lorraine Brownlee, the striking Waratah illustration celebrates one of Australia’s most iconic native blooms in rich, earthy tones and intricate detail. Elegant yet functional, the tote features sturdy carry handles suitable for hand or shoulder wear, a secure top zip closure, an internal zipped pocket for your everyday essentials, and a reinforced canvas base insert designed to help maintain the bag’s beautiful structure over time.

Printed across the front, back, and gussets, every detail has been carefully considered to create a tote that feels both elevated and effortlessly wearable.

At La Vie en Rose, we were drawn to Lorraine’s artwork for its softness, connection to nature, and artistic storytelling — qualities that beautifully complement the floral world we create every day.

Bag Size: 360mm x 360mm x 110mm

About Lorraine Brownlee Designs

Living in the World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains near Sydney for more than 35 years, Lorraine Brownlee draws endless inspiration from the Australian landscape surrounding her. Her intricate botanical illustrations begin as delicate pencil sketches observed directly from nature before evolving into flowing, highly detailed artworks filled with movement, texture, and organic beauty.

Her work celebrates the uniqueness of Australian flora and native plant life, transforming natural forms into timeless botanical designs that feel both artistic and uplifting.