Baggu takes an uncharacteristically upmarket approach to design with this leather tote.
The label is most famous for its ripstop nylon shoppers. Those totes aren’t very luxurious, but they’re incredibly handy for the grocery runs or a spot of errands. So I must admit, I was surprised to see the label dabbling in leather. Perhaps it hoped to attract a new high class audience by this departure, but I’m afraid it’s missed the mark.
While it uses a more opulent material, at its heart this is still a stock standard Baggu bag, with no frills or features to speak of. Fashionistas who love minimalist design might be drawn to its clean lines, but I find the whole thing lacking, especially for the money.
We also miss out on the things that attracted us to Baggu in the first place. We can’t scrunch this tote up into a tiny ball until it’s ready to use. We won’t be taking this shopper out in showers, or popping it in the washing machine once it gets stained.
At $150 this is also much more expensive than Baggu’s previous offerings. I don’t mind spending that amount on an interesting leather handbag, but this is frankly dull. Perhaps Baggu would be better served sticking to what it does best.
More Features of This Baggu Basic Tote
- Open top design
- Two short handles
- Measures 15 x 14 inches
