Gap Leather Tote in Solar Flare. Image courtesy of Gap.

Gap Leather Tote in Solar Flare. Image courtesy of Gap.

Gals, there’s something to be said for a great bag at the change of the season, particularly one that doesn’t cost more than a few car payments or your rent. So, when I say that I’ve fallen hard for a great catch-all tote – and leather, at that – that won’t break the bank, hear me now and then run (or fall into) the Gap store near you.

Gap Leather Tote in Extremely Green. Image courtesy of Gap.

Gap Leather Tote in Extremely Green. Image courtesy of Gap.

This gorgeous leather tote is finally a bag that will hold everything in a gorgeous shape that will just get better with age (I’m particularly smitten with the rich grass green hue for myself. It’s made of grained leather and the dye is to die for (I know, I have to cut back on the puns before coffee.)

Gap Leather Tote in Neon Magenta, on sale now. Image courtesy of Gap.

Gap Leather Tote in Neon Magenta, on sale now. Image courtesy of Gap.

But the topstitched handles are tough as nails and it’s perfect for the great schlep of the day during the warmer weather months. The straps are long enough to put over a coat, the shape is deep enough to carry your daytime items or your weekend essentials.

Gap Leather Tote in Icy Mint. Image courtesy of Gap.

Gap Leather Tote in Icy Mint. Image courtesy of Gap.

In short, it’s the perfect tote for the coming season, and at that price, you will MORE than get your money’s worth out of it.

Gap Leather Tote in Camel, on sale now. Image courtesy of Gap.

Gap Leather Tote in Camel, on sale now. Image courtesy of Gap.

Gap Leather Tote, $125, gap.com