Customers overwhelmingly praise the bag for its practical design, durability, and versatility. The extensive pocket layout with multiple zippered compartments and slip pockets makes organizing essentials effortless, while adjustable crossbody and shoulder straps accommodate different heights and carrying preferences comfortably. The heavy-duty canvas material and genuine leather accents deliver reliable, long-lasting performance. Most customers expect the canvas to soften with use and appreciate the sturdy construction. A few report initial wrinkling upon arrival or early wear issues like fraying straps, though these remain uncommon. Overall, reviewers consider it a dependable everyday and travel companion.
Love the bag, exactly the right size, not too big, not too small.
Dogmom
NH
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★★★★★★★★★★
August 21, 2026
Color fades over time
After several months of use, the gray color has faded in some spots to more of a muddy tan color. The flap that overhangs the zipper pocket also sticks straight up. The bag is func
Response from L.L.Bean
August 24, 2026
By L.L.Bean Customer Service
Thank you for your feedback. We're sorry to hear about the fading and the issues with the flap. We'll share your comments with our product team. A member of our team will reach out soon.
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★★★★★★★★★★
August 17, 2026
Not “Premium Leather”
I had purchase the previous version of this years ago and had great luck and I wanted the updated version as the front pocket now had a zipper. I was incredibly disappointed within
Mmorrison
Boston
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123
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★★★★★★★★★★
July 9, 2026
Classy casual bag
Beautiful bag but, sadly, too large for my needs. I returned it.
Walkingwoman
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★★★★★★★★★★
July 5, 2026
Very sturdy bag!
After dealing with other crossbody bags that disintegrated after a few months, I turned to a trusted source and purchased this bag. Though the material is a bit stiff, I remain ple
Happy Camper
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★★★★★★★★★★
June 28, 2026
Used for: Casual or Every Day
Disappointed in stiffness of the canvas and that the bag is slightly smaller than expected. Like all the compartments!
Anon
New Jersey
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★★★★★★★★★★
June 18, 2026
I bought this bag years ago and always widhed it had a zipper instead of a pouch on the outside. Also my old one had a solid lesther strap so you could add holes an use either as
Response from L.L.Bean
June 22, 2026
By L.L.Bean Customer Service
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We're glad you've enjoyed this bag over the years, though we're sorry the updated design doesn't meet your expectations. One of our team members will be reaching out shortly to help.
Lakegirl
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61
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★★★★★★★★★★
June 4, 2026
Classic and functional
This bag is that rare combination of rugged and classy. It seems bottomless, but looks trim and neat. The strap swivels so it does not tangle. It's all good!
Martha
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★★★★★★★★★★
May 30, 2026
Poorly made
Used for: Travel, Casual or Every Day
I bought this bag in January. After less than 2 months the finish at the edges of the straps started to peel off. After 5 months the front of the bag has faded to a color quite dif
Response from L.L.Bean
June 2, 2026
By L.L.Bean Customer Service Team
We're sorry to hear that your Stonington Bag is not performing as expected. A member of our team will reach out shortly to assist.
NYC Traveler
New York, NY
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★★★★★★★★★★
May 30, 2026
Great features!
Used for: Casual or Every Day
I love this bag! It has an outside zip pocket that I use for my keys. Pockets inside and it is nice and roomy. The canvas is sturdy and the strap for cross body is great! This i
Constance
Lafayette, Colorado
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★★★★★★★★★★
May 24, 2026
Great Bag
I purchased this bag for travel and found that it exceeded my expectations! It is not a large bag but it was able to easily hold all necessary personal and items essential for tr
Traveler
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★★★★★★★★★★
May 23, 2026
Disappointed
Used for: Casual or Every Day
I really like the look and function of this bag. But I am very disappointed that it came with the canvas wrinkled significantly. Other reviews warned of this but I decided to take
Kathy
Boston
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123
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★★★★★★★★★★
May 21, 2026
Great bag!
Bag fits my lifestyle perfectly! Lightweight ,roomy but medium size . Very pleased with this purchase!
Ljlm
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★★★★★★★★★★
May 15, 2026
Great crossbody purse!
I love this purse! It is lightweight, holds all of my things and has different compartments. It is nice to have a crossbody purse that looks attractive. I would like to get another
Carol
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★★★★★★★★★★
May 10, 2026
Poor Packaging Caused Wrinkles in Canvas
Packaged squished flat in a plastic bag and was terribly wrinkled. What a shame because the canvas fabric was heavy and the bag size was perfect. I would love to have kept it but n
Laine
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82
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★★★★★★★★★★
May 7, 2026
Nice bag!
I bought this because I wanted a larger crossover bag. This one is nice! I have more room to carry my sunglasses and other stuff I wasn't able to in my smaller one. I ordered th
Sheila
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★★★★★★★★★★
April 18, 2026
Great bag!
Used for: Travel, Casual or Every Day, Hiking
Love this bag! Very roomy and well-constructed! Love the slate color- goes with everything. Great for travel.
Sally
New York
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40
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★★★★★★★★★★
March 14, 2026
Happy with the size and quality but the strap was too long to use as a shoulder purse so I had to purchase another strap that could be adjusted to use as either a shoulder or cross
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102
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★★★★★★★★★★
March 7, 2026
Great pockets
Love the look and sturdy and pockets and outside phone zippered pocket!
Nanc
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40
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★★★★★★★★★★
March 5, 2026
Keather bottom is nice and my ordered cutomed lett
Used for: Travel, Paddling, Fishing
Way way too small i wanted a crossbody and this is not one of them. The price is too high tgere wasn’t even a shoulder pad on the strap. The photos looked like it was a much bigg
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