Customers overwhelmingly praise this tote for exceptional durability, versatile functionality, and thoughtful design. The sturdy canvas construction, crossbody strap, and zipper closure are consistently highlighted as standout features. Reviewers use it for travel, daily errands, quilting, and carrying laptops, noting it "fits so much" and easily holds multiple items with room to spare. Many appreciate the clean, neutral aesthetic with black-on-black embroidery and describe it as chic and polished. A few mention wanting additional pockets or more color options, but these concerns are isolated. Overall, most customers consider it an exceptional, long-lasting investment.
Love this bag, perfect size! I use this as my everyday bag
Heidi
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★★★★★★★★★★
September 13, 2026
Perfect work bag!
Size Purchased: Medium
I bought this as a work bag (I’m a RN) and I can fit everything I need perfectly. I love the zip top and I also love that, unlike many other work bags I’ve tried (and hated), this
AvidReader428
Northern Michigan
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★★★★★★★★★★
August 29, 2026
Great product
Tough and roomy. When I wear with strap I often don't need zipper. Do need zipper when set on passenger seat. Once I did not use zipper and it fell over and dumped contents.
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★★★★★★★★★★
August 19, 2026
More pockets please (but still love it!)
Size Purchased: medium
I purchased this to use as a laptop bag and traveling carry-on bag, the crossbody strap is what sold me on it and the small interior pocket and zipper closure were great pluses. Ju
BK_in_ME
Brunswick, ME
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★★★★★★★★★★
May 21, 2026
Love it!
So versatile, so easy to pack and carry. Love it!!
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May 4, 2026
Love this bag! Perfect for traveling. I also use it for my crochet & knitting projects. Fill it, zip it & go. Crossbody is a definite plus for me. This bag is a must have! Tha
DM23
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May 3, 2026
Love all my bean bags , please make a crossbody, zippered top in small size and colors
Martha
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★★★★★★★★★★
May 2, 2026
It’s nice but just too big
Used for: Casual or Every Day
The picture made it seem smaller. Perhaps the model was very tall. I wish L.LBean would make one that is the next size smaller, in all black. I like the zipper top and the cross
Yespat
St. Louis
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★★★★★★★★★★
May 1, 2026
Perfect size!
Used for: Travel, Casual or Every Day
My daughter is a Ag teacher and had requested this bag for her birthday. She says the size is big enough but not too big and she loves the cross body strap option.
Deb25
Lexington, Ky
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★★★★★★★★★★
March 28, 2026
Great Features. Love the Strap! Light weight!
I love this bag. Love, it. I wish I didn't spend all those monies on all those other expensive bags.
Real Stuff
New York
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★★★★★★★★★★
December 10, 2025
LL Bean totes are the best!
Size Purchased: Medium zip top with long handles
Sturdy, incredibly strong tote — I use it all the time!
BronskiBeat
New York, NY
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★★★★★★★★★★
October 18, 2025
Great smaller crossbody tote!
Used for: Casual or Every Day
Well made like their larger totes, love the extendable strap, I wish LLBean offered that option on all their totes! Too large as a purse…hint hint LLBean, start making those small
Lauralee
Dallas Texas
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October 11, 2025
Boat and Tote
It was a gift and recipient loved it. Durable and well made.
Nana
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★★★★★★★★★★
October 6, 2025
Boat and Tote
Size Purchased: Medium
Very handy. The only thing that I’d like is a couple of extra pockets. I’m a quilter and this is perfect size for carrying supplies to class.
Chris
Texas
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★★★★★★★★★★
October 5, 2025
Best everyday everything bag
Size Purchased: Medium
I am over the moon with this bag! I have always wanted a boat and tote with a cross body strap. I love the boat and totes and this just adds the ease of use and makes it a great br
K ONeill
Florida
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★★★★★★★★★★
September 27, 2025
Handy!
🩷 Perfect size; roomy, functional, and supportive book/utility tote. Love the zipper function! Would like more strap color options. Quality of the embroidery is spot-on.
Juliette
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August 27, 2025
Backordered…. Then cancelled
I was very excited for this bag to come in. It said it was on backorder till the end of September. I got really excited when they charged my credit card a week ago, thinking it wou
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September 8, 2025
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Danke66
Vermont
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★★★★★★★★★★
August 10, 2025
Sturdy Tote. Excellent for Traveling.
Size Purchased: Medium
I bought this tote for a trip to Yellowstone, Grand Tetons and Glacier National parks. And a plane trip to get there and back. It was a bit heavier than I expected. However, I felt
Sherry from Pittsburgh
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July 24, 2025
Size
Which tote would you give a 7 yr old girl, second grade. And long or short handle?
Jean
Long Island
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July 10, 2025
Great Size—Love The Crossbody Strap!
Size Purchased: Medium
Recently added to my huge collection of “Boat and Tote” bags. Love the medium size and the inside pocket. Super love the crossbody strap! Black on black is nice for the embroidery.
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