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Your perfect companion for bustling workdays, farmers' market trips, and spontaneous getaways
- Large interior pocket
- Convenient interior snap key loop
- Available in 2 sizes
- Organize your belongings by adding a Canvas Purse Organizer
Our durable leather goods are unlined, featuring the natural suede side of the hide. Since fabric-lined bags inevitably discolor and tear with use, we chose to showcase the soft sueded underside of our hides, ensuring that your bag lasts a lifetime.
Because leather is a natural material, slight color and batch variations are normal. Factors like hide age, season, and dye absorption can all affect the final shade—making each piece uniquely yours.
Our oil tanned leather is incredibly easy to care for. With time and use, the natural oils in the leather will rise to the surface, developing a beautiful patina & smoothing any scuffs or scratches that may have accumulated. Learn more about caring for your new leather product.
Our full-grain leather is the strongest and most durable available, and the unique texture and natural imperfections from the cow's life have not been sanded, cut or shaved off. Full-grain is SIX times stronger than Buffed, Upholstery or Genuine leather. Please note that our pebbled leather, like all of our leather, is a natural product. You may notice changes in grain or texture throughout your bag.
Almost perfect
Premium Collection
Other companies artificially press a pebble texture into their leather. However, the pebbling of our leather is achieved naturally through an extra tumbling process which leaves some areas of the hide smoother than others.
Savings
Almost Perfect items can feature more prominent character marks than our Premium line, and/or small stitching variations, showcasing the aesthetic variety of our natural hides and handmade designs.
Why do you use leather with prominent character marks in the first place?
We only qualify Almost Perfect in terms of cosmetic irregularities that have absolutely no impact on the quality or durability of our products. Rather, we figured that it'd be a shame to waste such beautiful and functional leather, so we decided to sell it at a discounted price.
What type of imperfection will I get with this bag?
Each of our Almost Perfect bags is one of a kind! While we can't say for sure which one you'll receive, some common character marks our customers find are pebbling and color variation, scars and striations, or a stitch out of place. That being said, rest assured that none of these "imperfections" will impact the functionality of the bag in any way!
What if I don't love my Almost Perfect bag?
Everything from our Almost Perfect collection (excluding Mystery Box bundles) falls under our usual return policy. For more detailed information, visit our Returns page.
Our Full-Grain Leather
Our oil tanned leather is incredibly easy to care for. With time and use, the natural oils in the leather will rise to the surface, developing a beautiful patina and smoothing any scuffs or scratches that may have accumulated. Learn more about caring for your new leather product.
Our full-grain leather is the strongest and most durable available, and the unique texture and natural imperfections from the cow’s life have not been sanded, cut or shaved off. Full-grain is SIX times stronger than Buffed, Upholstery or Genuine leather.
Please note that our pebbled leather, like all of our leather, is a natural product. You may notice changes in grain or texture throughout your bag. Other companies artificially press a pebble texture into their leather. However, the pebbling of our leather is achieved naturally through an extra tumbling process which leaves some areas of the hide smoother than others.
Medium Measurements:
Top Opening Width: 13.5"
Bottom Width: 13"
Height: 11"
Bottom Width: 13"
Depth: 5"
Weight: 1lb 7oz
Fits a 13" laptop horizontally
Large Measurements:
Top Opening Width: 15.5"
Bottom Width: 15"
Height: 13"
Depth: 5"
Weight: 1lb 13oz
Fits a 16" laptop horizontally
Pocket Measurements
Interior Pocket: 7" High x 7.5" Wide
Shoulder Straps:
Drop Length: 11"
All measurements are approximations due to inherent variations in handmade leather items.
Your shipping method can be selected at checkout. Costs will be calculated prior to payment and will vary by order depending on a number of factors, including but not limited to: item count, package weight, delivery ZIP code, and selected shipping method.
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Your perfect companion for bustling workdays, farmers' market trips, and spontaneous getaways
- Large interior pocket
- Convenient interior snap key loop
- Available in 2 sizes
- Organize your belongings by adding a Canvas Purse Organizer
Our durable leather goods are unlined, featuring the natural suede side of the hide. Since fabric-lined bags inevitably discolor and tear with use, we chose to showcase the soft sueded underside of our hides, ensuring that your bag lasts a lifetime.
Because leather is a natural material, slight color and batch variations are normal. Factors like hide age, season, and dye absorption can all affect the final shade—making each piece uniquely yours.
-
Your perfect companion for bustling workdays, farmers' market trips, and spontaneous getaways
- Large interior pocket
- Convenient interior snap key loop
- Available in 2 sizes
- Organize your belongings by adding a Canvas Purse Organizer
Our durable leather goods are unlined, featuring the natural suede side of the hide. Since fabric-lined bags inevitably discolor and tear with use, we chose to showcase the soft sueded underside of our hides, ensuring that your bag lasts a lifetime.
Because leather is a natural material, slight color and batch variations are normal. Factors like hide age, season, and dye absorption can all affect the final shade—making each piece uniquely yours.
Our oil tanned leather is incredibly easy to care for. With time and use, the natural oils in the leather will rise to the surface, developing a beautiful patina & smoothing any scuffs or scratches that may have accumulated. Learn more about caring for your new leather product.
Our full-grain leather is the strongest and most durable available, and the unique texture and natural imperfections from the cow's life have not been sanded, cut or shaved off. Full-grain is SIX times stronger than Buffed, Upholstery or Genuine leather. Please note that our pebbled leather, like all of our leather, is a natural product. You may notice changes in grain or texture throughout your bag.
Almost perfect
Premium Collection
Other companies artificially press a pebble texture into their leather. However, the pebbling of our leather is achieved naturally through an extra tumbling process which leaves some areas of the hide smoother than others.
Savings
Almost Perfect items can feature more prominent character marks than our Premium line, and/or small stitching variations, showcasing the aesthetic variety of our natural hides and handmade designs.
Why do you use leather with prominent character marks in the first place?
We only qualify Almost Perfect in terms of cosmetic irregularities that have absolutely no impact on the quality or durability of our products. Rather, we figured that it'd be a shame to waste such beautiful and functional leather, so we decided to sell it at a discounted price.
What type of imperfection will I get with this bag?
Each of our Almost Perfect bags is one of a kind! While we can't say for sure which one you'll receive, some common character marks our customers find are pebbling and color variation, scars and striations, or a stitch out of place. That being said, rest assured that none of these "imperfections" will impact the functionality of the bag in any way!
What if I don't love my Almost Perfect bag?
Everything from our Almost Perfect collection (excluding Mystery Box bundles) falls under our usual return policy. For more detailed information, visit our Returns page.
Our Full-Grain Leather
Our oil tanned leather is incredibly easy to care for. With time and use, the natural oils in the leather will rise to the surface, developing a beautiful patina and smoothing any scuffs or scratches that may have accumulated. Learn more about caring for your new leather product.
Our full-grain leather is the strongest and most durable available, and the unique texture and natural imperfections from the cow’s life have not been sanded, cut or shaved off. Full-grain is SIX times stronger than Buffed, Upholstery or Genuine leather.
Please note that our pebbled leather, like all of our leather, is a natural product. You may notice changes in grain or texture throughout your bag. Other companies artificially press a pebble texture into their leather. However, the pebbling of our leather is achieved naturally through an extra tumbling process which leaves some areas of the hide smoother than others.
Medium Measurements:
Top Opening Width: 13.5"
Bottom Width: 13"
Height: 11"
Bottom Width: 13"
Depth: 5"
Weight: 1lb 7oz
Fits a 13" laptop horizontally
Large Measurements:
Top Opening Width: 15.5"
Bottom Width: 15"
Height: 13"
Depth: 5"
Weight: 1lb 13oz
Fits a 16" laptop horizontally
Pocket Measurements
Interior Pocket: 7" High x 7.5" Wide
Shoulder Straps:
Drop Length: 11"
All measurements are approximations due to inherent variations in handmade leather items.
Your shipping method can be selected at checkout. Costs will be calculated prior to payment and will vary by order depending on a number of factors, including but not limited to: item count, package weight, delivery ZIP code, and selected shipping method.
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Mango
by: Stephanie B.
I love this tote! It’s stylish and perfect for any occasion!
August in Forest 💚
by: Brenda C.
Perfect size bag for work. Such a beautiful rich, dark green. The straps are so soft and comfortable to carry.
Gorgeous
by: Karen M.
I’m not a tote girl. Usually I find them heavy. The August is lightweight and roomy. The Plum color is, as usual, beautiful. Love the straps. The only thing that would make it better is a zipper. And an even bigger size. 🥰☺️💜👜 (pic shows my Orchid lg. Devan too)
Bought for a gift- but she’s mine!
by: KJ c.
The August tote is what I wanted all along. The large is great for travel or for you working folks as a bag to bring all your needs. She is simple, comfy, absolutely gorgeous. I meant to gift her, but I have to keep her now. Love it.
Perfect Tote Bag!
by: Julie
I now have two of these - medium Mango and Plum. They are both amazing. I like the shape and how well they stand up. The handles are so comfortable!
Perfect Tote Bag!
by: Julie
I now have two of these - medium Mango and Plum. They are both amazing. I like the shape and how well they stand up. The handles are so comfortable!
new mom bag
by: Taylor G.
I have a large classic tote, and while the large August is slightly smaller, I like it much better. Because of its shape, it stays closed all the time, and you can’t see the contents. It holds so much! Love the coldbrew color.
Forest geeen is rich
by: Joyce
Love the simplicity of August design and forest green is such a sleek chic color that completes the bag
Favorite tote ever 💕!
by: Wendy
I like a soft handle and the August Tote does not disappoint. I really loved the Market Tote and Montana, but both were a touch small. The August Tote in Midnight Owl is perfection. Great size (my laptop in a sleeve fits) and gorgeous soft leather I a beautiful, muted navy. I am obsessed. The drop is perfect for me (5’7” and XL/1X). I want one more at l ast, maybe Ruby??
New favorite!
by: Lynda Y.
This tote is fabulous. I have the smaller size in Nutmeg and plan to buy a few more. I really like that the top is smaller than the bottom. This is a very comfortable carry.
Pure perfection.
by: Stacy D.
I have tried almost every bag style that PLG offers and I can confidently say that the Mango August is the closest to bag peace that I have come. I have the large and the size, the shape, the feel and the way it opens on my shoulder are exactly what I have been looking for.
Great work bag!
by: Sarah A.
Really loving this bag. Perfect size.
new mom bag
by: Taylor G.
I have a large classic tote, and while the large August is slightly smaller, I like it much better. Because of its shape, it stays closed all the time, and you can’t see the contents. It holds so much! Love the coldbrew color.
Medium August
by: Carolina S.
I got this medium AP August Tote in the color Forest and it’s beautiful! I love this new style.
Pure perfection.
by: Stacy D.
I have tried almost every bag style that PLG offers and I can confidently say that the Mango August is the closest to bag peace that I have come. I have the large and the size, the shape, the feel and the way it opens on my shoulder are exactly what I have been looking for.
Perfect tote for me
by: Lisa K.
It’s pebbled, perfect handle length to make for a very comfortable carry. Love the color and ease of using this bag so ofc I moved right in! Added hassle for flair
Customer Reviews
I just received my large August Tote in Madrone. It is beautiful. The leather is firm and smooth. The large August Tote is a perfect work bag for me. It holds my laptop and files. The strap handle drop is perfect!
I knew I needed to up my game in a recent trip for work. So I came home with a mission to find a professional leather tote that would hold my “way to big to travel with” work laptop. Finding a bag that would fit this beast took a lot of measuring and searching. I kept coming back to the August tote. My husband had purchased me a Madrone classic Lola, my everyday carry, and I LOVE the leather. I took the leap and ordered this Madrone AP August tote when a purse pal posted a picture of how her madrone leather developed a GORGEOUS patina over time, just through use. Well, I am please to say this bag is WONDERFUL! It holds my work laptop, my notebook, power supplies, and sundry items for a day at the office, smells DIVINE, and I am 100% the polished professional with this lovely bag! Thank you PLG! I look forward to many years to come with this lovely tote!
The large is a great size tote for carrying all of my work essentials plus it looks good too. I see some more totes in my future. :)
August tote is one of my favorite PLG styles. This is my first one in medium and a great size for days that don’t require so many “things”
I am admittedly an August addict and this chocolatey bag is truly PERFECT! I had to double check my order to make sure I ordered AP and not premium. I love it! If you are holding back on August for any reason, check one out- you won’t be sorry!!
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