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The material was ideal to help keep people dry with minimal weight added, Kemp tells Gear Patrol. In the early 20th century, manufacturers developed a process for combining cotton with paraffin wax.

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Zara's website describes the £29.99 version as a Canvas Mini City Bag with a top handle and detachable and adjustable crossbody shoulder strap. It measures 16 x 22 x 7.5 cm. / 6.2 x 8.6.

The canvas is typically made of cotton, linen, or a blend of natural fibers, but most often a heavyweight cotton duck—a tightly woven plain-weave fabric known for its durability and smooth finish.