A leather tote bag is a staple of classic American fashion that has stood the test of time over the decades. It can trace its origins in the 1940s when LL Bean introduced a tote bag for boating enthusiasts which was called the “boat bag”.  It did not take long for this particular bag to catch the attention of fashion designers at that time as they began to tweak the concept of this boat bag in order to suit the tastes of mainstream consumers.

By the 1950s, leather tote bags became known for practicality and great style, which prompted more and more numbers of women to buy a leather tote bag of their own to become a part of their indispensable arsenal of accessories. Because of their classic lines, various brands of leather tote bags were introduced in the 1960s, 1970s, 1980s and the 1990s. Now that we are well within the first decade of the 21st century, leather tote bags are more popular than ever. Women these days are so busy that they need a bag spacious enough to contain their personal belongings as well as work-related gadgets such as notebook computers, mobile phones and blackberries. A leather tote bag is one of those bags that can fulfill this need for more spacious storage. Take a look at some of the different brands of leather tote bags available in the market these days.

•    Lattington Burgundy Leather Tote Bag from Michael Kors – A classic American bag from a reputed American fashion designer, the Lattington will definitely give a splash of color to even the simplest outfit. It includes both drawstring and snap enclosures for that extra security with a main compartment that is roomy enough to contain more than a dozen personal items.
•    Casiana Tote from Floto – This 100 percent Italian made tote bag is made from top-grade calf skin leather and has a distinctive orange hue. It has a detachable strap and has an interior that is lined with pure cotton. It measures 21 inches long, 10 inches wide and 13 inches high, making it roomy enough to contain many personal stuff.
•    Medium Piana Tote from Floto – Another distinctively designed Italian-made bag from Floto, this bag is perfect for weekend getaways with its compact size and portability.  Its calf skin leather exterior is available in black, Olive Brown, Vecchio Brown and Tuscan Red.