LE large canvas tote PICS

[essnce629]

I just thought I'd post the pictures I took of the bag in case anyone is thinking about buying it. I've seen the microfiber (?) large tote in person too and the inside is exactly the same. I've thrown in the LE small tote as a size comparison. I wanted to write a real review but I'm leaving for Las Vegas tonight and have to pack all our stuff. We'll be gone for 4 days!!!


Me and the tote (I'm 5'7)
http://www.windsorpeak.com/dc/user_files/12421.jpg

http://www.windsorpeak.com/dc/user_files/12422.jpg

Next to the LE small tote
http://www.windsorpeak.com/dc/user_files/12423.jpg

Side view of small and large tote (large tote expands very wide if needed!)
http://www.windsorpeak.com/dc/user_files/12424.jpg

Top of bag (3 main compartments)
http://www.windsorpeak.com/dc/user_files/12425.jpg

Middle compartment w/ 4 large pockets that fit diapers and wipes (snap-in compartment open)
http://www.windsorpeak.com/dc/user_files/12427.jpg

Middle compartment (snap-in compartment removed)
http://www.windsorpeak.com/dc/user_files/12426.jpg

Side compartment w/ 2 large pockets (fits diapers and wipes container)
http://www.windsorpeak.com/dc/user_files/12428.jpg

Second side compartment w/ 2 medium pockets, 1 smaller pocket, and stretchy key fob.
http://www.windsorpeak.com/dc/user_files/12429.jpg


Hope this helps :). I really like this bag and it holds EVERYTHING! When packed full it's super wide but when packed very little it becomes very compact. I love the way it just expands and expands!


***Latia
Conner 8/19/03

[Kimberly H]

Latia, thanks for the pics. I've never really considered the bag but now that I've seen the photos...hmmmm...

[MamaKath]

Latia,
Great pics! Have fun in Vegas!!!!!

My reviews of it-
I had gotten this bag, and use it occassionally. It is huge when I pack it up and if I don't need "all that" I use a different bag, lol. I have an older (few versions ago) Do-it-all which is similar in size, however horrible with organization. A friend has the newest DIA and that seems a bit bigger, however this is more squarish overall in shape. This makes it a bit more awkward to carry than the DIA, just doesn't feel graceful at all! It works well for us for restaurant trips when we bring a TON of snacks (we have kids with food allergies, so often bring a lot of food), diapers and gobs of toys to entertain the kids, and looks better than bringing them all in in a grocery sack. ;-)

I did order a second one though. I often travel alone for a weekend with my 2 kids. They are PERFECT for that! I pack one with outfits for my kids (ages 5 and 2), their toiletries in the pouch that comes out, and the other tote with my clothes and some toiletries. The sectioning makes it really good with the kids stuff, I can put their outfits in the center; undies, socks, and PJs on one end; swim stuff on the other. Or put her stuff in one section, his in another, etc. Very versatile! I then throw a pack of diapers and box of wipes into the car and I am good to go!

Even if I were going for a longer period of time, we have started a 4 day rule for trips- we bring 4 days worth of clothes (not neccessarily 4 outfits, but literally what we think we would use in that 4 days) and wash them while away. Otherwise we ended up bringing so much stuff we felt it was unsafe because not everything could fit in the cargo compartment (we still occasionally have this problem, but to a much lesser extent) due to the HUGE suitcases and such in the trunk.-I think these might work for me for that. They definitely would be really good as carry on bags for a trip by plane.

HTH someone thinking about this bag! :-)

UPDATED- I used both of these to pack for a weekend trip for my kids. They were headed to my sisters and I wanted the clothes to be as organized as possible. They worked GREAT! Each child brought their own, and I identified them with seperate clip-on key fobs. I was able to put clothes (organized by outfit, one shirt and pants or dress per pocket) in the center; creams, meds, hairbrush, toothbrush, pony tails, etc in the snap in organizer; undies, socks and swim suits in one end, and a favorite toy, a few snacks, and any other odds and ends including a sweat jacket in the other end. It worked out well for me to make sure I had what each one needed as well as for my sister to find everything. I have also used them for an overnight, packed my stuff in one, and both kids in the other. Overall, this is not my every day bag, but is perfect for travelling! :-)

[supercalifragilous]

Thanks for posting the pics! As always, you are so thorough in your pictures! You really do capture every possible angle!

I never really even considered this bag b/c I'm not a tote person (more of a backpack or messenger style girl) but I'm surprised at how big this is and I had no idea it had that middle zippered compartment! That sure does make a lot of difference!

Mamakath-what a great thorough review! The organization of this bag is really appealing (and I love the pastel colors).

[saschalicks]

I loved this bag, but didn't order it b/c I thought I'd wait. Anyway, your pictures prove to me that it would be a GREAT long day/weekend bag. However, I went to see if they had them anymore and they don't have the pastel stripes anymore. :( Well, I guess I'll have to hold off until later. Great bag though!

ETA: I see that they have them in overstock for $19.50. I can't justify another bag right now. OOOHHH! If only I could hide this stuff from DH.