The final brand new bag from Belen Echandia’s spring collection (see the full line sheet here) is the Paris Tote. The Paris is a sturdy yet comfortable lightweight shoulder bag with a top zipper and messenger strap. It looks and feels wonderful on the shoulder, the elbow and when worn as a cross body bag. We’ve had a few questions about whether this bag is extra heavy because of the decorative buckles on the sides – the answer is no.
The weight of this bag is just 950 grams, which is similar to or lighter than a lot of our bags. This bag has very little hardware and what it does have is lightweight, making it a very comfortable bag to wear. Here is a close-up shot of the Vermillion leather and the details on the Paris.
Here is an inside shot. *Please note* this is the first sample we produced, before we decided to add a top zipper. All Paris Totes produced after this one have a top zipper as well as the magnets, for added security. The buckles on the sides are merely decorative and not used to close the bag in any way.
We’ve called this bag a tote for want of a better word, but it is not really a tote in the “jute tote” sense, rather it’s a sturdy shoulder bag which has slightly more structure than other BE bags, whilst remaining soft against the body.
Can you please explain the buckle closure? Is it indeed to be buckled, or is there a snap below.
How does this compare in size to the London Tote?
Hi Elizabeth,
I will add to the post. The buckles are merely decorative, the bag has magnets and a zipper to close it. Compared to the London Tote it is a bit taller but not as deep.
Thank you for your great questions! X
I need one, when will they be available to order?
Hi Shirley, They are available to pre-order now, please email janelle(@)belenechandia.com – we will also send an email to you. I’m so glad you like this style!
Jackie
I love it Jackie, and thank you so much to listening to our concerns over the weight of some bags. Love the design of this one, and that it is lighter – first thing I checked!!
Thank you Shirley! You are most welcome.