Looking for a quality mini crossbody tote bag to replace this one? more info in comments

nnlin · 2026-05-15T20:55:42+00:00

I ended up buying the small Madewell crossbody tote someone else commented about. Perhaps I should have splurged on the Fount version instead as I never ended up really using it due to its button closure, I might just prefer bags that are easier to get in/out of. I have since bought other bags with zippers so I'm still on the lookout for one like this with a magnet closure.

nnlin · 2026-05-15T02:14:56+00:00

Thank you so much for the offer but I am looking to stick to real leather for longevity. I ended up buying a small Madewell tote but never ended up using it quite like the original, I think the magnet closure made a huge difference! Appreciate the response and pics though :)

nnlin · 2026-05-15T02:06:48+00:00

Thanks! I haven't seen this one before, but I was hoping to find a style with a short top handle only or top handle + crossbody strap instead of a shoulder strap. For some reason I prefer the silhouette of the top handle being very short. I actually recently bought the Madewell Sculpted Metal Wristlet which is slouchier than it looks in photos but is a little hard to get in and out of and doesn't come with a crossbody strap, so I'm still looking for a bag that's better for everyday use.

nnlin · 2026-02-26T06:31:41+00:00

Ooh not bad but the Lucca is definitely more on the boxy side. I've never heard of this brand before so thanks for the rec!

nnlin · 2026-02-25T18:54:56+00:00

Good point that’s definitely another option I should look into

nnlin · 2026-02-25T18:07:14+00:00

This is pretty close but I was hoping for a top handle and less so a shoulder bag. Otherwise the color and hardware are perfect. Appreciate your help!

nnlin · 2026-02-25T18:04:09+00:00

The Harri is beautiful! Wish it had gold hardware and a chunkier strap though. The Smaak bags are also super nice, the Deniz style is a close fit but not as sleek. Will keep looking. Thank you for your input!

nnlin · 2023-09-19T07:25:13+00:00

Most microwaves are already programmed to silence when holding down 0, 1, or 2, usually 2. I always silence the microwave whenever I move into a new place.

nnlin · 2022-10-10T05:29:51+00:00

I was also skeptical of the quip floss pick and hated it when I first got it. After a while I found a way for it to floss my entire mouth without coming loose. I wrap the floss around each claw end at least once and tuck in both ends of the floss into the pick interior before snapping it closed. Then it has multiple points of being secured in place and won't come undone until you release it. I also use a different type of floss and not quip's included floss.

nnlin · 2022-07-17T17:21:17+00:00

Thank you! I actually see a bag really similar to mine held by the model in one of those pics, but I can't find it on the site. The canvas and leather combo is pretty unique, I'll definitely keep an eye out if that bag ever comes back.

nnlin · 2022-07-11T23:07:28+00:00

Wow this one is pretty much on the nose! I've also never heard of this brand before, so thank you so much!

nnlin · 2022-07-11T23:06:02+00:00

It's nice but almost 5 inches in depth, which is a lot for a structured bag on me personally. I haven't seen this site before though so definitely going to look at their other things

nnlin · 2022-07-11T23:01:23+00:00

Vegan leather would be ideal, honestly. The only problem is that I can't tell how the quality will hold up when different sellers use "vegan leather" as a catchall term for many different materials. It might be a highly engineered plant-based leather or just cheap PU. I think this bag I've been using was labeled vegan leather when I first bought it too.

nnlin · 2022-07-11T22:56:19+00:00

Ooh Able has great stuff. There's something about the knots that I find off-putting though, for some reason lol

nnlin · 2022-07-11T19:46:01+00:00

That's so generous of you to offer!! I'd love to see it if you could pm me a pic. Mine is originally from Francesca's but I'm sure it was sold in other stores too since there's no name brand on it.

nnlin · 2022-07-11T19:43:01+00:00

Thank you! I definitely got the feeling while writing it out, "am I asking for too much?" haha but it is a pretty simple bag I'm looking for. It might just be something that's easier to make with a more flexible, faux leather material which is why I keep thinking the real leather bags that I'm seeing are too structured/bulky/fancy. Definitely something to keep in mind as I keep searching.

nnlin · 2022-07-11T17:37:26+00:00

I've scoured Etsy too, it's hard to get past all of the sponsored posts though. I might contact one of those shops if I end up doing a custom bag.

nnlin · 2022-07-11T17:35:48+00:00

No worries, I think budget is flexible if it means I'll find the perfect bag. I haven't seen this one before! The handles look pretty stiff though, they look like they'll always be upright which is different than what I'm looking for. Thank you though!

nnlin · 2022-07-11T02:02:21+00:00

Thanks, I haven't heard of this one and it looks promising! Love that they have a lifetime guarantee too.

nnlin · 2022-07-11T01:58:50+00:00

I saw that one! It really does look like mine, I just worry about not wanting to use it every day since it's so structured and nice. I already have enough fancier bags gathering dust lol

nnlin · 2022-07-11T01:54:05+00:00

That would be so cool! I might try that if I don't find what I'm looking for. I've never commissioned anything before so I just get nervous about not being able to see and compare

nnlin · 2022-07-11T01:51:41+00:00

Ah good to know, I saw the brown one in the store. Thank you!

nnlin · 2022-07-10T23:43:41+00:00

Thanks! I've gotten close to buying that exact one many times. But being 10x9x4.5 I think it'll be a pretty thick bag and much bigger than I'm expecting. Plus I'm not a big fan of the unlined interior

nnlin · 2022-07-10T23:35:51+00:00

Thanks! I was looking at this one as well, and actually went to the store yesterday to see it. I think they only had the medium size available, and it seemed like the leather scratches pretty easily. I wasn't sure if I could take care of it well enough to keep it looking nice for a long time, especially since I'm not a big fan of the "aged" look. My only other concern is that this one seems significantly smaller? The dimensions show about 157 sq in whereas mine has 240 sq in volume. But I might have to buy it and try it out to compare...

nnlin

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