1.30.2021

# Daily Connoisseur # handbag reviews

Tote Bags vs. Crossbody | The Best Handbags of 2021


I recently conducted a poll on my YouTube channel asking what you are looking for in a handbag. The results were surprising! Not surprisingly, you were interested in totes. I expected this as I find totes the most handy handbag to have for moms. We have so much to carry, after all: water bottles, sunblock, hand sanitizer, diapers, wipes, wallets, snacks, and who knows what else goes into our Mary Poppins tote bags! 


The part of the poll that surprised me was that most of you are interested in crossbody bags. I had outdated notions of the crossbody. I pictured a student's backpack or a sporty/ bulky crossbody. I am so glad I conducted my poll because it prompted me to look into the best tote and crossbodies on the market. Not only did I discover that you can virtually find any shape handbag you like and can convert it to the crossbody (the handbag retailers are on to our back problems!), but that the bags can actually be stylish. In today's review you'll see something for everyone.  I hope you enjoy today's video

Here is a quick guide to the handbag companies featured and their discount codes. I will also list them down below as I discuss the bags in more details. 

⚜️Featured in the video

The American Leather Co. THEDAILY gives 25% off

Tocco Toscano (they have vegan options) TDCXTOS for 15% off

Teddy Blake TBJennC20 for an Extra $20 Off!

Jord (vegan handbags) thedailyconnoisseur25 for 25% off

Svala (vegan handbags) 

Susan Tancer Studios STSJEN20  for $20 off

Mark Cross (luxury handbags) 

 American Leather Co.


The American Leather Co. handbags are made of 100% genuine American leather, antiqued hardware, and beautiful craftsmanship. This particular bag is the Carrie Dome Satchel. I love that it has the chic look of a satchel with the optional crossbody strap. This bag has two exterior front slip pockets, one exterior back pocket, one interior zip pocket, and two interior slip pockets. There is also a large interior compartment and the bag has a top zip closure. The crossbody shoulder strap is adjustable. This bag is so great, I love using it on casual but chic days. For The American Leather Co. use Code THEDAILY gives 25% off. 

Tocco Toscano




Tocco Toscano means "Touch of Tuscany". This is their work BIB (bag in a bag) made of vegan leather. The feel of this bag is just like genuine leather and has a slight pebbled feel to it. My favorite part of this bag is the organizational compartments in the interior. everything is thought out from water bottle storage to lipstick storage! The work BiB can fit into their tote bags to keep you organized. Or, you can use this as a standalone bag. It comes with removable straps. TDCXTOS for 15% off (valid until March 31, 2021). 

This Tocco Toscano nylon bag is so elegant. It gives me glorious preppy/ equestrian vibes. I love the option to use the top handle or the over-the-shoulder strap. Very elegant and high-quality construction. Code TDCXTOS gives 15% off (valid until March 31, 2021).

Teddy Blake


Teddy Blake handbags are made of premium Italian leather by experienced craftsmen in Italy. The bags are characterized by high quality construction and lots of interesting details. I love the vintage glamorous look these bags give. This is the Ava Croco Gold 11". It reminds me of the type of bag Audrey Hepburn would use. It's very sophisticated. The optional crossbody strap make this bag really functional and modern. You can save up to 60% off and the code TBJennC20 gives an Extra $20 Off!






Jord (vegan handbags)


Jord vegan handbags are made from the bark of the cork oak tree. The removal of the bark to create the material for these bags actually removes CO2 from the environment. So, not only are these bags sustainable, but they are doing something good for the environment. I love the unique look of cork and the juxtaposition with the elegant hardware. Jord vegan handbags are luxurious and are so stylish. thedailyconnoisseur25 for 25% off sitewide. 





The following handbag companies were not featured in the video but are worth checking out:


Svala Vegan Leather Handbags  Svala handbags are luxury vegan leather handbags. They have a wide selection of beautifully designed styles that would interest any fashionista who is interested in vegan leather. 


Susan Tancer Studios Susan creates her line of hand-painted and crafted clutches, shoulder and cross body bags, totes and weekenders that are one-of-a kind unique pieces of art – the go-to accessory if you want to stand out from the crowd of mass-production handbags. STSJEN20  for $20 off. 




Mark Cross carries an ultra luxury line of handbags in unique and fashion forward feminine styles. Those with a larger budget, who are interested in a brand outside of the typical luxury bags, will be interested in these excellent handbags. 

⚜️ What I'm wearing in today's video
Capsul Jewelry JENNIFER15 for 15% off
Blouse by Lilysilk Daily12 for 12% off
Jeans by Mott & Bow JLS10 for 10% off
Nail polish Londontown JenniferS for 25% off
Mules by Oliver Cabell code JSCOTT10 $10 off

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1 comment:

Danielle said...

Thank you for this post, I love that Carrie Dome Satchel and that it's real American leather.

For photographer mamas, Kelly Moore has a great selection of styles and colors that can hold both your gear and your baby's essentials. I have a few of hers that I've brought over the years and they have held up well!