What’s everyone’s thoughts on the bag?

[StepsInTime]

I like the colour and design for a work bag to go with my new black winter coat. However it’s not real leather and I bought a summer tote from this brand a few years ago and the straps started to peel very quickly which is making me pause.

https://www.next.co.uk/style/SU736637/W49305

I'm not a fan. One reason being that I don't like it, but other than that, if you catch something in those flappy panels, I suspect it would very quickly pull out of shape. While not wildly expensive, I think it's a lot of money for something that will look tatty quickly.

It fits the bill but not sure about it not being stitched down. I rarely buy real leather and haven’t had any issues.

Oh, I love that!

I also rate Katie Loxton as a brand, I have a couple of bits (admittedly not a bag) and they are good quality for the price

I love it but then I don't buy leather because vegetarian. It looks ideal for work and would hopefully fit my laptop.

I wouldn’t spend £70 on a fake leather bag. I like the style and colour though. https://www.fenwick.co.uk/collections/women-bags-bags-tote-bags
Have you looked at Fenwicks? They have real
suede bags for the same price.