Cole Haan Biscayne Tote | Colorful Mosaic Embroidered East West Handbag

Posted on: Oct 6

Cole Haan tends to serve up reserved, work-ready accessories in traditional neutrals like black, brown, or beige. But with the Biscayne Tote, the brand shows us it knows how to have fun.

From a distance the tote looks like woven wicker, but the effect is actually embroidered. Red, orange, pink, and purple rectangles come together to create a mosaic-like design. It could easily become busy with all those different hues, but by keeping the palette complementary the combination is cheerful and fun.

You'll buy the Biscayne for the look, but love it for the features. A zippered envelope separates the interior into three convenient sections. The same patent leather which forms the base trims the pockets inside. This gives them extra strength, and extra style. I only wish Cole Haan had thought to include a magnetic closure. The open top style may be convenient, but it's not very safe.

All those colors might put off Cole Haan's conservative fans, but the Biscayne just might win over some new ones. If these pretty warm tones don't suit you, consider the marine toned blue and green tote.