American West’s frontier styled handbags aren’t to everyone’s tastes, but at least you always know what you’re going to get. The brand fiercely clings to its creative vision with Western bags like this Lady Lace tote.
This is one of the most feminine American West handbags I’ve seen. It gets its name not from real lace, but the lace like effect of its delicate hand-tooled finish. This pretty effect is complemented by tiny silver studs, which are artfully arranged around the bag’s perimeter. The studs meet near a larger silver decal, which reminds me a bit of a cowgirl’s belt buckle. It’s a little kitschy, but that’s not altogether a bad thing.
Whether the exterior revs you or not, it’s easy to appreciate this tote’s practical design. A zippered center console separates the main compartment into three separate spaces. There are also zip and slip pockets in the walls to take care of gadgets and other valuables. It can be tricky to keep one large space organized, so I really like American West’s compartmentalized approach.
Considering the work that’s gone into this tote and its sensible styling, I think it’s very reasonably priced at $220.
More Features of This American West Hand-Tooled Tote
- Zip top closure
- Dual handles
- Measures 13 x 8 x 4 inches
- Comes with a lifetime guarantee
