One of my favorite parts of having teenagers is sharing clothing, accessories, and bags with my 14-year-old daughter. After all, spending more than I usually would on an item feels more reasonable when I know two people will get lots of use out of it. To learn about what’s trending in fashion, my daughter and I both turn to social media. Recently, we’ve been sending each other TikToks of women of all ages sharing their love of a stylish, durable bag: the Longchamp Le Pliage Tote.
This tote bag was popular in the early 2000s and has made a comeback thanks to TikTok. Some TikTokers say their Longchamp tote has lasted through major milestones, while others say theirs has lasted 10 years. There are also tons of videos of bag owners showing everything that fits into their Longchamp Le Pliage tote, from college girls packing their totes with laptops to busy moms throwing diapers and toddler snacks inside for a day of running errands.
Longchamp Le Pliage Large Tote
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The Longchamp tote bag comes in three sizes (small, medium, and large) and various waterproof materials. I bought the recycled canvas version in a large size with the intention of my daughter and I sharing the bag (I also really loved the chestnut color). I knew she’d want it just as much as I did to pack her essentials, including her favorite Owala water bottle, for long days of theater rehearsal or babysitting gigs. As for myself, I wanted to use it on days I needed to tote my laptop to a coffee shop or for travel.
When the bag arrived in the mail, I was immediately struck by how small it looked. Then, I realized it was in its compact, folded-and-snapped form: The 12 x 12 x 7-inch bag folds down to a completely flat 10 x 7-inch rectangle for easy storage.
Longchamp Le Pliage Large Tote
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This Longchamp tote boasts plenty of interior room, including two pockets for essentials (but you can also use a tote bag organizer). I can fit my smaller purse, a 40-ounce water bottle, my MacBook Pro, eyeglasses, and AirPods inside with room to spare. I also appreciate how the 10-inch shoulder strap stays on my shoulder without sliding around. The bag feels lightweight and comfortable, even with my stuff inside.
My teenager was just as excited to see the Le Pliage on our doorstep. She immediately raved that it was “so pretty” and that the material was sleek and soft. “Can I have custody of it for rehearsal this weekend?” she asked, proving my theory that my daughter and I will often use this purchase. I can already see the Longchamp bag becoming my teen’s go-to for all her activities, from schoolwork dates with her other homeschooled friends to taking craft kits, markers, and coloring books with her when she babysits.
Longchamp Le Pliage Medium Tote
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In addition to TikTokers, many other buyers rave about the Longchamp Le Pliage Tote. One Nordstrom shopper brought their bag on a trip to Iceland, saying, “It was the perfect bag to stow bulky cold gear when we were walking around. I also love that it folded down to minimize luggage space.”
One mom who purchased the large Le Pliage bag for her college student said, “My daughter wanted something more classy than her backpack for carrying notebooks, her iPad, or even her laptop in, that also would be presentable for interviews. She loved that it can be folded up also and sees them on campus a lot.” Another mom bought her 13-year-old daughter the Longchamp tote for Christmas and praises its durability. “The purse has had several things spilled on it, including Dr. Pepper, and it all wiped away with a wet rag,” she shared.
The cost of the Longchamp Le Pliage Tote ranges from $130 to $155, depending on the size. If you’re not ready to spend that much or want a more budget-friendly option, we found several tote bags on Amazon with a similar style—all under $50.
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