Amazon.com: Vera Bradley Women's Cotton Original Tote, Marrakesh : Clothing, Shoes & Jewelry

A tote bag is part of my work life. I like being able to carry my lunch, water bottle, book, phone and purse in one bag, and this beautiful bag can handle that job!The main thing I like is that the bag has a wide opening to fit things inside easily, but if you are only carrying a few smaller items and don't want the bag hanging open (it has a button and loop closure, no zipper) you can tie inside to make the bag opening smaller. It gives the bag a pyramid shape.The shoulder straps are long enough to keep the bag from digging into your armpit. There is an open outer pocket (about 5x7), two open inner pockets (generously fits a cell phone), and a large inner zipper pocket to keep small items contained.The bag is lined with a beautiful contrasting fabric, and in true Vera Bradley fashion, the bag is lightly padded and can be washed when necessary.This is a pretty, practical bag for everyday use. It makes going to work a little more enjoyable. 😊

As a Vine Voice we are asked to submit honest reviews, so I have given much thought to my review of this tote. Ordered in Wing Bloom design, it is very pretty. With a white background, being machine washable is great. Has 2 inside pockets, one zippered and one outside, as I believe a tote should. Ties sewn inside help close the opening is also a nice touch. It is a quilted look but not actually a heavy quilted fabric. With all that being said I feel the MSRP reflects the “Vera Bradley” name. There are many lovely totes available that will get the job done for a fraction of this price.

I haven't gotten a Vera Bradley bag in ages, but I'm aware that the brand is making its comeback, which is great. I snatched the Original Tote in the pattern Wing Bloom, which is a butterfly pattern with a gorgeous violet/purple interior pattern. In pictures, the bag appears to be white, but the actual base color is a very soft dove gray/silver.You can stuff a ton into this tote. I used it as my bag for a medical procedure and it worked beautifully. I love the soft straps, which are the perfect shoulder tote length, and the simple button closure. The interior pockets came in handy for storing smaller items and the one exterior pocket was a nice touch for my phone. An iPhone 15 pro max will easily fit in the pocket.The only thing I'm unsure about is the two strings inside of the tote. In pictures, they're supposed to be used to cinch the bag, making it smaller and more like a handbag. However, I'm not sure how that would work, practically, as the knot would get in the way of getting items in and out of the bag. It's a nice thought (design-wise) and they're not really actively impacting the use of the bag when left loose, so I'm not deducting any stars for that. It's a nice option, should I need it.Stitching is typical Vera Bradley quality - very good and even. The bag feels to be of really good quality and the fabric is standard for VB. Overall, this is a great bag and I love the pattern!