See by Chloe

At first glance, I thought this tote was a little over the top. But the more I gave it a second chance, I actually think I kind of like it. The See by Chloe Best Ever Shopping Tote looks like a fun and flirty alternative for a shopping tote or a beach bag. No, it wasn’t being advertised as a beach bag, but I have a feeling that this roomy canvas bag with drawstring closure and cotton lining could totally work on the beach. Inspired by the ready-to-wear line, I am digging the print on the canvas. Sure, it’s not something I would carry during the evening, but it is definitely something that could be carried around during the day. It could be a great way to add some color to your wardrobe, even now – you know, as a way to nudge mother nature to let spring begin! Buy through Saks for $95.

Sometimes I really think that designers make some handbags just because they need to have a tote, a satchel or another design. This is how I feel about the See by Chloe Small Tote. There is simply nothing special about this handbag whatsoever. It is a black, canvas tote with rhinestone and screen-print logo lettering on the front. This does not “wow” me. I am all for a durable, functional tote, but at the same time, I don’t want to compromise fashion. And really, when it comes to totes, there so many options out there, why settle for something like this? Now, if you think I am wrong and you think this is the kind of tote you could totally see yourself carrying, let me know. The one great thing about this tote is the price; yet, I still think you can find something much better for a similar price. Buy through Shop Bop for $84.

Over at Purse Blog we review Chloe bags often. Do I love Chloe bags? Yes. Do I own Chloe bags? Yes. But then there was the introduction of the See by Chloe bags, which I looked at, reviewed, and felt underwhelmed by. The See by Chloe bags looked like a sack, a large lifeless sack. Granted a handbag is just that, a mechanism to hold goods, but I want a pretty bag!

Luckily for See by Chloe they also had the Day Tripper Bag, which seems to be a huge hit! But now I have run into the See by Chloe Charlie Slouch Shoulder Bag which again appears to be a lifeless mass of denim waxed cotton. Furthermore, there is that pricing problem, asking us to pay mid $500 range for a bag that is merely related to Chloe, but does not bring anything special to the table. This bag bored me, leaves me with a yawn, but I realized that some people like this bag. It is an editor’s pick over at Shop Bop. So am I missing something? Does the Charlie Slouch Shoulder Bag offer something that I can not see? There are two handles, four pouch pockets around the outside, contrast purple lining, and large contrasting logo letter charms on the front. I dunno, still not feeling much from this bag. Buy through Net A Porter for $530.