<p>y’all, I had vowed to give up CC…then I saw this thread. My purse is 9 years old and my leather briefcase is 25–but, is the tote supposed to be used as the purse or the briefcase? And how long do these things last? I have birthday money…</p>
<p>Mine makes good tote when I extra things to carry - clothes for my workout, or items for a meeting. When I travel, I put my regular handbag right in it, along with a laptop and other necessities. Everything fits - it holds a ton - and it keeps my handbag off the floor on the plane.</p>
<p>I had never heard of long champ until it appeared on my daughter’s gift list…since no one in my area carries it , I ordered it thru Nieman Marcus because they not only had free shipping ,but free gift box too…and if by chance she wants to change the color, there is a store near here in Boston</p>
<p>Funny thing with the current popularity of the Pliage bag is that many have never heard of LC before this. It’s always had the reputation of a well priced, well made,classic line. I was a fan of their leather bags from way back. They marketed mostly to the big city department stores, but of course now everything is online.</p>
<p>And according to one poster, Longchamp tote is washable - leather and all! Inspired by that post, I gave my leather bottom Burberry tote a rinse using handwash cycle, and it came out just fine, too!</p>
<p>I purchased my tote (the larger one) thinking I would just use it on days when I was trotting about with my computer (in a neoprene sleeve) or kindle and various other larger items. I have found, however, that I am using it all the time because I am ALWAYS carrying a lot of things, i.e, mail, gloves, small container of cookies to give someone, dad’s pacemaker check-up machine, etc. Instead of fumbling around, I look like I am organized. And really, it has helped. At the same time, the tote looks sleek (especially in darker colors). I have a small, quilted, lime green zip bag where I put my keys, glasses and cell phone that is easy to spot amid the rubble. </p>
<p>The other day was extraordinarily stressful. I had multiple stops to make and I needed to drop off an assortment of items (aforementioned pacemaker machine and colostomy supplies) at various places. I put everything in the darn bag and off I went. I didn’t have time to style my hair before I left, so I plopped on a very good looking hat, flung my bag over my shoulder and received several compliments on how stylish I looked. Posture, attitude, and the right accessories will fool them every time!</p>
<p>So - my long answer is that while I don’t consider the tote to be a purse, we have been inseparable since its arrival and my usual bags are resting in my closet.</p>
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<p>You got that right!!</p>
<p>Thanks, gourmetmom–I fly to Chicago a lot and I had been thinking a tote bag would be a great idea. Now if I can convince my husband to brave either Saks or Neiman’s on Michigan Avenue on Saturday!</p>
<p>Attention, Longchamp tote fans - there have been sightings of this species (the full grown totes ($69) and their baby versions ($49)) at Nordstrom Racks all over the country! I acquired a lilac-colored large Le Pliage tote, which will be perfect as a summer bag.</p>
<p>wnp2, I bought the exact bag you got – in bilberry. Lovin’ it.</p>
<p>and with my old Longchamps tote – the one with the tiny holes in the corners – after i ran it through the washing machine and let it dry, I covered the tiny holes in the corners on the inside with duct tape, if you can believe that. I figure it might let the bag have another few more years of life.</p>
<p>Doesn’t that just figure, Bunsenburner…that is the one I bought online from Nordstrom for my daughter…and paid a lot more :(</p>
<p>Thanks for the tip, BunsenBurner! I know where I’m headed Saturday morning!</p>
<p>QLM</p>
<p>I posted on another thread, but one local NR practically sold out. Hot pink only in large size, pastels in the very small.</p>
<p>Ok - I am pouting! Last weekend D and I were in Providence at the Providence Mall with a Nordstroms. Now I am back in PA about an hour from civilization. Well, that is a bit of an exaggeration.</p>
<p>Well, you can only carry one at a time . . .</p>
<p>^^^^^Oh, that’s true! Ok, I’m not pouting anymore!</p>
<p>VH - I love the bilberry color. I think it looks very dressy and refined.</p>
<p>Agree. It also matches my purple tweed coat from Talbots very nicely. (I am soooo damn classy!)</p>
<p>I received a gray patterned LC for Christmas. Love it. it is so classy. it has a large pocket and a small one for my cell phone</p>
<p>Two pockets? Awesome. Mine only has one, but I’m not going to use it as my primary purse. I was so happy that my tote was not crushed by the stupid mirror (see my new thread :)) - it was in the middle of the bathroom floor! I love it - so lightweight and cheerful, and it is MADE IN FRANCE. 
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<p>I dont often find pocketbooks I like. but this one is awesome. and i do love all things french</p>