Beirn Jenna Tote | Emerald Green Watersnake Carryall Bag

Posted on: Mar 7

Beirn Jenna Tote Sometimes the right material can take a tote from average to outstanding. That's just what we see when we drool over the Jenna tote from Beirn.

The secret is that gorgeous watersnake skin. I love its rich jewel emerald green color and its mottled black vertical stripes. While embossed leathers have come a long way in recent years, gazing at this skin reminds me of the beauty of the real thing. Big name designers would easily charge thousands for this kind of authentic exotic, yet somehow Beirn manages to keep the price to a relatively affordable $360.

Frankly I can see no evidence of corner cutting here. The Jenna is large, with a classic shape that's made for overstuffing. You may want to resist that temptation though, as snakeskin is a bit more fragile than leather. Still, its hardy canvas lined interior should handle all the things you really need with little fuss.

My only disappointment is the lack of protective feet on the base. You'll need to be careful where you sit this tote, lest it show wear and tear by the end of the season. The Jenna's so beautiful though it's worth taking care to protect your investment.