TOTEME T-LOCK BAG: HONEST THOUGHTS
After ordering 6 different white/ivory bags ranging from $695-$3950 I landed on the small Toteme T-lock and here’s why:
The leather is much more substantial and structured than I had anticipated. I feel comfortable enough using this light colored bag daily without worrying it will get ruined. The pebbled leather and thickness of the leather are sturdy.
I’ve been using the bag as a crossbody or shoulder bag more than I have used it as a clutch, which is how I see most people carrying the bag.
Love having the option of using for the day with the strap and night as a clutch.
The price was right. With a $960 price tag, it felt like a fair price when I compared it to the other bags I purchased.
I appreciate that it’s an understated designer bag. I’ve been less excited about big logos lately. The bag looks expensive without a brand name stamped on it.
The other bags I ordered and ultimately ended up returning were:
Loewe squeeze bag (LOVED but couldn’t stomach the price) and the leather was smooth and I just didn’t trust myself with a light color in this particular bag. I would reconsider this bag in the camel or black for sure, just not in white.
Loro Piana Bale micro tote bag. Pretty bag but honestly it felt like a less exciting version of the Hermes Picotin with a crossbody. It was very lightweight which was nice but it just didn’t warrant the price for me.
Mansur Gavriel Tote bag $695 loved this bag, loved this price but it felt a little too daytime casual for what I was looking for. I wanted something that could transition more from day to night. GREAT bag though.
I resisted pulling the trigger on this bag for over a year. I saw so much of it on Instagram and it felt played out but when I thought about it, nobody in my circle actually had the bag IRL. It’s simple, it’s classic, and the quality is truly better than I expected. Here are the links to the different colors/sizes if you’re interested:
my second favorite: brown suede!
Medium size: has a top handle and crossbody if you’re in the market for a larger bag this is a good one.
The tan is also gorgeous but I already have a tan bag :)
I hope this is helpful and gives you more info and detail if you were considering any of these bags. Feel free to leave a comment or question here and I’ll definitely get back to you! xx Sav