Oh that's lovely! I still have a bit of personal hesitation to use a Longchamps bag, having spent time in places where they seemed ubiquitous. But the leather really upgrades it nicely.

And you're one of the rare people who spells the classic model as the manufacturer does. Everyone has French in middle school, right? So I presume the alternate spellings are intentional humor which I just don't entirely follow.

Ha, the pounding and grinding.is strictly reserved for my teeth. Rest assured my bag lies folded instead of being pulverized into bits or sent out sacking and raiding a village.

Gorgeous. Absolutely gorgeous.

Jaileen - thank you. That piece looks super practical and elegant. I'm going to put it on the list and plan for it. Thanks so much for sharing!!

Sterling - I get it. A bit like Northface but I whole lot more refined!! OTOH it you use a piece because of beauty and function, you can bet that others will have come to the same conclusion and they may be rather popular. I think it depends on why you choose it. LIke Northface it you buy it because it's "the thing" that would be pretty sad, but great design and quality are sometimes a difficult combination to find. Being a herd animal is ok, for me, as long as I have something for the right reasons - and this is from someone who likes unique pieces!! But everyone needs to be within their comfort level!!

Gaylene - obviously meant for the "gentlewoman highway man" the "Bonny 'Charlottes'" of NAS and other pillaging and looting activities!!

Bad news that the leather version of the tote is fairly light. . .Maybe next year. . .My expandable nylon one from last year's NAS is getting quite a workout as I tote my online returns back to Nordstrom.