The Chat’em might not be the conversation starter its name predicts, but there’s still a certain charm about this Kavu tote. It signals a change in the direction for the brand better known for its hiking accessories. You don’t need an appreciation of the great outdoors to find a place for The Chat’em in your closet.
It’s called a tote, but its dome shape reminds me more of a bowler bag. Whatever you call it, this structured handbag has a softness thanks to its cotton canvas body. The fabric is accented with stripes in your choice of springtime marigold or pink. Pink sounds like an overly girly choice, but when paired with chocolate brown and tan it’s much subtler than I expected.
The cotton canvas makes The Chat’em a lightweight, which is a very good thing because such a large bag could get unmanageable when loaded up. The long wide straps should thankfully make carrying easy, as there are plenty of places to stash your goodies. With pockets in the front and back, and inside too, the biggest challenge is remembering where you put your keys!
The first thing I thought when I spotted this tote is “diaper bag.” It’s got the size, features, and casual style that would see it working well for new mommies, but that’s not its only application. I also imagine The Chat’em would make an excellent gym bag, or a great weekender. Such a versatile bag seems a steal for $40!
More Features of This Kavu Striped Tote
- Padded base
- An exterior zip pocket and a Velcro patch pocket
- Roomy nylon-lined compartment with an internal zip pocket, cell phone slip, and organizing pockets
- Measures 14.5 x 6.5 x 11 inches
