LeDaveed Everyday Tote Review: The Leather Travel Bag That Has Your Back

Jamie Ditaranto is a traveler in a love triangle with writing and photography. Follow the drama on Twitter @jamieditaranto and Instagram @jamieditaranto.

Ditaranto joined SmarterTravel in 2015. She loves ecotourism, cities with history, and discovering local hangouts. Though she likes all the continents equally, she holds a special place in her heart for rainy little islands.

Her work has also appeared online at USA Today, Huffington Post, Business Insider, and other publications. You can check out her photography on her website.

The Handy Item I Always Pack: "My instant camera comes in handy for giving instant gifts to new friends."

Ultimate Bucket List Experience: "Befriending penguins in Antarctica."

Travel Motto: "You have to get the hard places out of the way first."

Aisle, Window, or Middle Seat: "On short flights, the window. For long flights, the aisle."

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For many travelers about to leave for the airport, their personal item is the very last packing decision they make. It’s also the decision that the least amount of thought goes into. Some grab an old backpack, their daily purse, or the biggest tote bag they can find and stuff everything in at once. If you’re tired of digging around your last-minute personal item for your in-flight entertainment or necessities, it’s time to invest in in a bag that can do more than just help you stay organized.

The ideal personal item is durable, has tons of pockets, and is stylish enough to use every day. On the hunt for the perfect personal item, I took the LeDaveed Everyday Tote for a spin.

Price and Where to Buy: $425 on the LeDaveed website.

How the LeDaveed Everyday Tote Rates:

Usefulness: 8/10. With six pockets of varying size, including one on the outside, the Everyday Tote definitely delivers on organization. The pockets are also easy to access, which makes it easy to find what you’re looking for when you’re crouching under the seat in front of you. I also love the luggage attachment strap, which lets you slide the bag over your luggage handle. It’s super functional and it blends in very well with the design. The bag is also very spacious, with room for a 15-inch laptop.
Value: 7/10. It’s pricey, but this bag is also made from real German leather that is super sturdy, waterproof, and very stylish. This bag can also easily transition from daily use to travel staple.
Portability: 10/10. I love how small this bag appears even when it’s stuffed to the brim; it holds its shape very well. The straps are flat, which allows the bag to sit comfortably on your shoulder.
Cool Factor: 10/10. It’s sleek and stylish, and its all black design makes it a perfect fit for anyone’s style or personality. It would make a great gift for any traveling woman.

Final Verdict: This would be an ideal bag for the person who doesn’t have time to distinguish their everyday bag from their travel bag, and a good investment for someone who needs a bag that has style and function to last a lifetime.

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Jamie Ditaranto is a writer and photographer always looking for her next adventure. Follow her on Twitter @jamieditaranto.

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