Handwoven Leather Tote

Regular price $145
Sale price $145 Regular price $544
Size: Medium
Silhouette: U-Handle
Color: Slate
Woven by Hand, Carried Everywhere

Meticulously hand-braided from soft buffalo calf leather, this roomy tote is as functional as it is beautiful. Unlined, open-top, and effortlessly versatile—made for slow days, fast errands, or sunlit escapes.

• Handwoven in a tight herringbone pattern
• Soft buffalo calf leather with braided handles
• Includes cotton drawstring liner
• Two shapes, two sizes, five natural shades
• Leather from an LWG-certified tannery

Materials

Buffalo Calf Leather
Supple yet structured, this leather softens with wear and holds its shape beautifully. Responsibly sourced from a Leather Working Group–certified tannery that promotes sustainable practices.

Design

Handwoven Craftsmanship
Each tote is tightly braided by hand, creating a strong yet flexible structure with a rich, textured finish.

Open-Top with Drawstring Liner
The bag’s open-top silhouette keeps it relaxed, while the included cotton drawstring liner offers added security and softness.

Two Shapes, Two Sizes
Choose between a straight-top or U-handle design—each available in medium and large formats to suit your everyday carry.

Size Guide

Medium
• Width: 40 cm
• Height: 20 cm
• Handle drop: 15 cm

Large
• Width: 43 cm
• Height: 23 cm
• Handle drop: 22 cm

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Handwoven

Braided entirely by hand in a tight, herringbone pattern—structured, soft, and full of character.

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Goes Anywhere, Carries Everything

Structured enough for the office, relaxed enough for the beach. Holds what you need without tipping into oversized or bulky. A true all-day, everyday carry

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Responsible Leather

Made from buffalo calf leather sourced from an LWG-certified tannery focused on environmental responsibility.

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Two Shapes. Two Sizes. Five Colors.

A clear, well-edited lineup so you can choose what works best for you.

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Price $145-175
Material Buffalo Calf Leather
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Questions About The Handwoven Leather Tote

How long until I receive my order?

The Handwoven Leather Tote arrives approximately from the day of order.

Our products take longer to arrive than most others on the internet. But there's a good reason why. Most of our pieces are made to order and ship directly from the source. We don’t keep warehouses or carry excess inventory. This is how we cut costs and pass thousands in savings back to you. But it also means you have to wait a bit longer.

What is your return policy

The Handwoven Leather Tote can be returned after receiving the order if the product is damaged or unusable.

Our products are made to order. So we cannot offer returns for changes in preference. But we always do what we can to make it right.

To be returned, products need to be completely unused and still in their original packaging.

How can I track my order?

The Handwoven Leather Tote ships within of order placement.

Once your order has been shipped, you will receive an email with tracking details, allowing you to monitor its progress. Simply use the provided tracking information on our delivery partner’s website to stay updated on your shipment.

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Judge us by our looks

Our packaging is safe, simple, and proudly no frills. We don't think it makes sense to pay for things you throw away immediately.

That's why the Handwoven Leather Tote ships in the same protective packaging the manufacturer uses, covered in functional stickers and foreign stamps showing the journey it's been on.

We don't hide it and wear it as a badge of honor for the places our products have been and the people who made them.