See by Chloe’s line of Poya bags have this great laser cut leather lace on them that adds a girlish charm to their very sophisticated aesthetic. Personally, I’m not a big purveyor of girlish charm, but these bags are so sweet and retro cool that I feel drawn to them. This Poya tote is one of the most grown up of the lot.
I adore the combination of colors on this tote. Blush and taupe are both so versatile, and the effect of using both of them is soft and delicate. Even though this bag has a pretty streamlined design, the subtle contrast between them creates a patchwork feeling that really work’s with the Poya’s vintage vibe.
The design of the Poya tote is sweet, but it’s not so adorable that you couldn’t take it to the office. In fact, the design has some tailored, briefcase-like aspects that make it look mature in its own special way. The only thing I don’t really like about the bag is that none of the design flourishes are functional. I would have greatly preferred front pockets to the leather plackets and straps on the front, even though they do look cool.
For $540, the Poya tote is a good, but not great buy. It’s reasonable for a designer bag, but I wish it had a few more organizational features for the price.
More Features Of The See by Chloe Poya Vintage Leather Tote
- Full zipper top
- Three interior pockets
- Fully lined in grey twill
