Handbags


Land’s End canvas tote review

pictured: Land’s End canvas tote size small / water bottle /

How cute is this small version of Land’s End classic canvas tote bag! Love!

So, I already own the medium sized tote from Land’s End in red. I have used it for several years and love the durability, practicality, and timeless appeal. So, I thought the small version would come in handy for going to the gym, the beach, and anytime I want a casual tote. Love it!

The interior of the small tote has one small pocket and one large pocket. This is handy for keeping smaller items such as Kleenex, lipstick, and receipts in order. There is also a key strap, just like in the larger tote, which hooks onto your keychain so you can easily find your keys. Love!

In addition, the exterior features a small pocket, which I haven’t found a use for yet, but might be useful in the future. We shall see! You can also have the tote personalized, just like with the larger sizes. My medium tote is not personalized, but I thought it would be fun to personalize the canvas tote. You can choose your color and font. I love the blue I chose, but next time I might go with a darker color.

You can also add a cross-body strap! After using the tote for a few weeks, I have come to the conclusion I should order the strap. I think it would be nice to have the option of using the tote hands-free.

The canvas tote from Land’s End is available in a variety of colors, so the color combos with personalization are endless. Love that! I plan to get a lighter color as we move into spring. This is such a great little canvas tote!

If you are looking for a casual small tote, or if you are interested in one of the larger sizes, I highly recommend the Land’s End canvas tote bag. The medium canvas tote has five pockets, and the small canvas tote has three pockets. The price is right, plus they are extremely durable. Love that!

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO
Cathy


Cloud Dancer inspired handbags for 2026

Cloud Dancer inspired handbag from top left: tote bag / east/west belted clutch / top handle bag / east/west bag (on sale!) / pouch / hobo bag /

Shades of white are hot for the new year! This fresh neutral is the color of 2026, and I am loving this! While Cloud Dancer is a specific shade of white, you can really wear any shade of white in the new year, so there are a lot of options allowing you to rock this hot color trend now! Love that!

Shades of white are being paired with both pastel color palettes and vibrant hues. You can also pair it with shades of brown for an earthy look. Also, as we moved into the new year, handbags are softer, slouchy, and more carefree. Continue looking for hobos, belted totes, the pouch, east/west styles, and soft silhouettes.

Handbags are an easy way to incorporate shades of white into your wardrobe. You can easily wear this handbag color with anything and everything on a daily basis. The temperature outside doesn’t matter and the color combo you are wearing won’t matter either; the white handbag will match and be perfect with your outfit. Love that!

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What do you think of this hue for 2026? Will you rock it on a handbag?

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO
Cathy


Handbag gift ideas holidays 2025

Handbag gift ideas from top left: black hobo bag / green mini bag / suede bucket bag / belted tote / east/west bag / caramel top handle bag /

Who doesn’t want to find a handbag under the tree this holiday season? I know I do! Love!

The hottest handbags right now are ones which display high quality and do not display loud logos. Social media calls this “quiet luxury,” but in the real world we call this a beautiful handbag which transcends trends. Love that!

Neutral handbags are perfect right now because as we move into the spring season and add color to our wardrobe, an anonymous, neutral hued bag will take us seamlessly throughout the new year. So why not give her the gift of timeless style? She will love it!

Shop handbag gift ideas for the holiday season:

Thanks for stopping by! Stay tuned for more holiday gifts and coverage!

XOXO

Cathy