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The Tote — Leather Shoulder Bag
Handcrafted in Guatemala from full-grain leather, The Tote is built for everyday miles—work, errands, or weekend. A spacious main compartment swallows the big stuff—laptop sleeve, notebook, water bottle, light layer—while an interior zip pocket secures the small things you reach for most: keys, wallet, and earbuds. Clean lines, sturdy stitching, and comfortable shoulder straps keep the silhouette minimal and dependable. The open-top design makes packing quick, and the leather softens and develops a rich patina with time—more character, same straightforward design. Simple, durable, and made to last. Do less, but do it well.
Highlights
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One roomy main compartment for daily carry
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Interior zip pocket for keys, wallet, and small items
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Comfortable over-shoulder straps; reinforced attachment points
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Full-grain leather that patinas beautifully
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Handmade in Guatemala
Specifications
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Materials: Full-grain leather; unlined interior; metal zipper on pocket
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Dimensions: 18” × 11.5” × 6”
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Layout: 1 large open compartment; interior zip pocket
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Carry: Fits everyday essentials and up to A4/13” gear (in a sleeve)
Care
Wipe with a soft cloth. Condition with SIMPLE Care balm as needed. Keep dry; if wet, air-dry away from heat, then recondition.
Good to know
- How it is made: cut by hand, saddle-stitched with waxed thread and edge-burnished in our small workshop in Guatemala City, then conditioned with SIMPLE Care before it leaves the bench.
- Best for: an everyday leather tote bag for work and weekends, with an interior zip pocket for keys, wallet and earbuds.
- As a gift: a classic leather gift for women, and just as useful for anyone who carries a laptop in a sleeve.
- Care: don't overload the handles, wipe with a dry cloth and condition two or three times a year. See our leather care guide.
See also: Leather bags · Leather gifts