Personalized Leather Zipper Tote Bags
Luxurious leather tote bags with zippers, personalized with a custom laser engraving.
Handmade from the finest full-grain Italian leather.
Elegance
Leather Tote Bag
$790
Weekender
Women's Leather Weekend Bag
$1,600
City
Women's Laptop Bag
$1,300
Elegant
Women's Laptop Briefcase
$1,300
Grand
Women's Leather Garment Bag
$1,800
Exquisite
Women's Laptop Bag
$1,400
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Why Choose Von Baer?
Expertly Handcrafted Leather Products
Full-Grain Vegetable-Tanned Italian Leather
Strong Hardware for a Lifetime of Use
Luxurious & Durable Cotton Lining
Personalize With a Laser Engraving
Exquisitely Rich-Hued Leather for Refined Tastes
Buying Guide
Why Choose a Tote Bag?
Tote Bags belong in every handbag collection. They are practical, portable, and perfect for modern women who like to look their best as they go about their daily mission. They are an investment for work and play, and once you have purchased your first versatile tote, you’ll wonder how you ever managed without one.
The beauty of tote bags is that they have plenty of space for our must-haves and essentials. Many models feature a padded laptop pouch to secure your tech, integrated pockets for wallets, cosmetics, travel documents, and keys, and a spacious main compartment for lunchboxes, gym kits, work necessities, and baby accessories.
They are large enough to grab a few groceries on the way home from work yet small enough to throw over your shoulder when you’re going through the sale rails at your favorite boutique.
Tote bags are a girl’s best friend, and if you are tired of hauling reusable cotton bags or purchasing plastic bags every time you go to the store, a timeless tote will change how you navigate your world.
Like backpacks, women’s tote bags come in various colors, styles, and designs, with leather, canvas, nylon, and PU leather options available. You’ll also find fabulous woven designs made from the finest vegan materials.
Most tote bags include two straps for carrying on the forearm. Some also have removable, adjustable shoulder straps times when you need to go hands-free. Metallic hardware, eye-catching logos, and dazzling embellishments give classic totes a designer feel, and you’ll find one in every color of the rainbow.
What Color Tote Bag Should I Buy?
We’re inclined to say that you should buy a tote bag in every color available, but it will take time to build your collection. A classic black tote bag is a great place to start. It will go with every item in your wardrobe, from business attire to weekend casuals, and it will never date or go out of style.
What Should I Look for When Buying a Tote Bag?
When shopping for a tote bag, ask yourself how you will use it. Is it for carrying your laptop and work essentials on your daily commute, shopping at the weekends, travelling, or simply a stylish accessory?
Luxurious leather tote bags are ideal for leisure use, but if you intend to use your bag every day, you might be better with a durable canvas tote.
Best Tote Bags for Traveling
If you are looking for a tote bag for traveling, keep the following in mind:
Size & TSA Regulations
Does it meet cabin baggage size regulations? Most tote bags do, but airlines impose strict size and weight restrictions, and if you are over the limit, you may be subject to costly excess fees.
Shoulder Straps
Not all tote bags come with shoulder straps, but those that do, are particularly beneficial for travelers. Carrying a tote bag on your forearm can become cumbersome when navigating busy airports, not to mention heavy if you are toting camera equipment, destination guides, and a change of clothes.
So, look out for a tote with a removable shoulder strap, and enjoy the best of both worlds.
FAQs
What Are Tote Bags Used For?
Tote bags combine the design elements of handbags with the practicality of shopping bags to create the perfect carry-all for women. You can use them for work, leisure, shopping, and travel. They are one of the most versatile bags available today.
Are Tote Bags Approved as Carry-on Baggage?
Most airlines will accept tote bags as carry-on baggage, providing they meet TSA guidelines. While carry-on sizes vary between airlines, your tote should measure less than L22” x W14” x H9” to ensure it fits in the overhead bin.
Co-Founder: Albert Varkki
Von Baer was founded because I wanted a unique and high-quality laptop bag for myself, without paying for an unreasonably overpriced designer brand. I've spent over 500 hours testing 1,000s of leather products over to help you get a better product.
I'm proud of the luxurious leather goods we've created since 2014, and I'm sure you'll love them too. Read more about our story here.
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How Is Von Baer Leather Different?
Not all leather is the same.
Since 2015, we at Von Baer have dedicated ourselves to high-quality real leather.
Here's a 30-second summary of how to choose a better leather product:
- Leather comes in different grades: full-grain, top-grain, and split/bonded - which represent how much of the original product is used (less product used = cheaper).
- Full-grain is the best grade of leather you can buy: exceptionally durable, developing an elegant patina, and having that beautiful real leather smell.
- Cheaper grades are less durable, age poorly, and don't have that authentic scent.
- Leather is processed through "tanning", which makes it durable and water-resistant.
- The two main methods for this are "vegetable-tanning" and "chrome-tanning".
- Chrome tanning uses harsh chemicals that are bad for the environment and produce a worse quality leather.
- Vegetable tanning is the best method, being more eco-friendly, and producing leather with a better patina and scent.
That's why here at Von Baer, we only use full-grain vegetable-tanned Italian leather, sourced from the finest tanneries across Tuscany, Italy.
It ages beautifully over time, developing a unique patina, making it more durable and luxurious than lower-quality leather.
It's also why we developed the leather standards trademark Cuoio Superiore (meaning "superior leather" in Italian).
Learn more about Von Baer here.