Leather Tote Bag
Original price was: $ 499.$ 329Current price is: $ 329.
Free worldwide shipping · duties paid · 30-day returns
- Free worldwide shippingDuties paid · 4–9 working days
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- 30-day returnsUnused, tags attached
- Full-grain leatherNever bonded or “genuine”
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- Full-grain leather with a structured body that stands up empty
- Takes A4 documents and a laptop flat, without bending
- Rolled top handles with a wrapped core
- Burgundy or Tan
- Free worldwide shipping, duties paid where the carrier supports it
- Description
- Additional information
- Reviews (5)
Description
A tote that stands up when you put it down
Most leather totes collapse the moment you take anything out of them, which means they tip over on a desk and swallow everything at the bottom. This one is built with a structured body and a flat base, so it holds its shape empty and sits upright on the floor beside a chair.
A structured leather tote bag costs more to make than an unlined one because the panels have to be cut and supported rather than simply stitched. It is the difference between a bag that looks like a bag and one that looks like a sack after a month.
What you are looking at
| Leather | Full-grain |
|---|---|
| Body | Structured, flat base |
| Capacity | A4 flat, laptop flat |
| Handles | Rolled top handles |
| Closure | Open top with a centre clasp |
| Colours | Burgundy, Tan |
A4 flat is the measurement that matters
A tote that cannot take a document without curving it is a handbag with ambition. This one takes A4 and a laptop lying flat against the base, which is the whole reason to carry a tan leather work tote rather than something smaller. Papers come out of it the shape they went in.
The handles are wrapped, not folded
Flat folded handles cut into the hand under load and crease permanently where they bend. These are rolled around a core and stitched closed, so the weight sits across the palm instead of on an edge, and the handle keeps its round section instead of flattening out over the first year.
Two colours
A burgundy leather tote womens wardrobes reach for in winter is the darker and more forgiving of the two. It reads close to black at a distance and shows marks least. Tan is lighter and warmer and will patina noticeably, particularly across the base and the handle, where it is handled most.
Questions
Does a laptop fit in this tote?
Yes, lying flat against the base rather than wedged in at an angle. There is no padded sleeve, so use a separate laptop case if you carry it daily and want impact protection.
Does the bag close at the top?
There is a centre clasp rather than a full zip. It holds the mouth together but leaves the top open at the sides, which is the trade-off that makes a structured tote easy to reach into. If you need a fully closed bag, this is not it.
Will the tan leather darken?
Yes, and noticeably. Full-grain tan takes a patina across the base and the handles first, because that is where it is handled and where it meets surfaces. Burgundy changes far less. Neither is damage; it is the surface recording use.
Can I carry it on my shoulder?
The handles are top handles, cut for the hand or the crook of the arm rather than the shoulder. If you want a shoulder carry, look at our crossbody bags instead.
How do I look after it?
Condition it two or three times a year and keep it out of direct heat. Stand it upright rather than storing it folded, because the structure is what keeps its shape. Scuffs on full-grain usually buff out with a dry cloth.
How long does delivery take and are duties included?
Delivery is typically 4 to 9 working days, tracked from dispatch. Shipping is free worldwide with no minimum order, and import duties are settled before dispatch wherever the carrier supports Delivered Duty Paid to your country, so the checkout total is the amount you pay.
Can I return it?
Yes. Returns are accepted within 30 days on unused items with the tags still attached.
Delivery and returns
Free worldwide shipping with no minimum order. Import duties are settled before dispatch where the carrier supports Delivered Duty Paid to your country, so the checkout total is the amount you pay. Delivery typically 4 to 9 working days, tracked from dispatch. Returns within 30 days on unused items with tags attached.
See the rest of our leather bags, or a leather wallet to match.
Additional information
| Color | Burgundy, Tan |
|---|
James Walker –
The tote silhouette is what drew my attention to this tote. It gives the design a distinct look without feeling overdone.
Ethan Turner –
The shape of this tote is appealing, especially with the tote silhouette. It has the kind of look I generally prefer. I appreciate the focus on the smaller design details.
Lucy Parker –
For me, the strongest part of this tote design is the tote silhouette. It is simple but distinctive. The product title and details made the design easy to understand.
Ella Johnson –
This tote has a clean look, and the tote silhouette is a nice touch. It is the detail I would point out first. The listing explains the style clearly.
Sophie Bennett –
I like how the tote silhouette works with the rest of this tote. The proportions in the design are appealing. It has a more understated appearance than some similar designs.