Adult men should carry around genuine leather totes! I used to be worried about the care required for leather, but when I tried it, it was just amazing.
Adult men should carry genuine leather totes! I had avoided leather because I thought it was hard to maintain, but when I tried it, it was amazing.
2024/11 HushTug Editorial Department
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A leather tote bag loved by men and women who prefer a refined style.
In particular, sturdy "genuine leather" items for men are really cool.
Generally, people have the impression that genuine leather is expensive and difficult to maintain, but this is not actually the case.
I would like to write a review of this genuine leather tote bag based on my own experience of using it.
"HushTug" popular genuine leather tote
Let me introduce myself again. My name is Toda, and I am the representative of the leather brand HushTug.
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The products used this time are from HushTug, the leather brand he runs himself, so you might be thinking, "Is this just a promotional ad?" but let me just ask you one thing.
To be honest, because I am an active person, I used to use relatively inexpensive, casual tote bags made of materials such as nylon.
However, after many twists and turns, I decided to start a leather brand, and when I started selling leather totes , I was able to sell about 100-300 units a month, and I also received many positive reviews.
Naturally, the customers who buy from me are not all young people; most of them are in their 30s and 40s like me, and some are even older than 60 .
Until now, leather totes have been thought to have drawbacks such as the difficulty of maintaining genuine leather and its price.
However, seeing how highly rated it was by a wide range of age groups, I was intrigued and had to talk to some customers about it.
To give you an idea of the results, it was well received, with people we spoke to saying things like, "I should have tried it sooner."
From here, I'd like to introduce three reasons why I personally think genuine leather totes are especially recommended for adult men .
1. Casual elegance. "A bag that every grown man should have."
The first thing I felt was that this is a bag that adult men like me, especially those of my generation who are active both at work and on their days off, should have.
・Carrying a laptop to work
・Go to a cafe on your day off with a book or tablet
・Going out with your girlfriend or wife
This is a situation that adults often find themselves in. When you want to carry bulky items such as plastic bottles, PCs, and books, but still want to keep things looking smart, a leather tote is the perfect bag.
In the past, I used to go out with a backpack, but even though I wasn't carrying anything particularly heavy, I often felt that it was too casual .
But if you were going for a smarter style, briefcase-like handbags were your only option.
However, these had disadvantages such as taking up space in your hands and being bulky, but so far I haven't noticed any of these disadvantages with the leather tote.
② A neat silhouette with an A4 size + alpha fit
This depends on the brand and product, but in the case of genuine leather tote bags, the silhouette is exquisite.
Considering the various situations mentioned in ①, tote bags made of cheap materials or fabric that is too soft may lose their shape and not look nice.
For example, it can easily store modern essentials such as a laptop , a 500ml plastic bottle , and an A4 clear file , and the size of the bag with its slim silhouette is extremely convenient.
Other popular bags with beautiful silhouettes include briefcases, but I personally like leather totes that can be worn over the shoulder because they are smart enough without being too stiff, and above all, they are easy to carry without any stress.
3. It can be worn with any outfit. "A simple design in a good way."
Something I noticed while carrying it myself, and also while reading customer reviews, is that "leather totes can surprisingly be worn with any outfit."
I had the impression that leather totes were items that did not go well with casual fashion simply because they were made of leather, but genuine leather totes in particular look natural when worn with casual clothing such as T-shirts and knitwear, as well as formal clothing such as suits.
Casual backpacks and business briefcases are worn with a select few outfits, but men's leather totes tend to be in muted colors like black or navy blue and are generally basic in shape, so they have a subtle presence in a good way and are surprisingly versatile items that can be worn with any outfit .
This might not suit such a person.
However, of course, there are some people for whom leather totes just don't suit them .
These people are "people who want to go out without carrying a bag" or "people who aren't interested in elegant fashion."
For example, a spacious leather tote is the perfect item for storing a laptop and a jacket at the same time, or for putting your shopping directly into your bag.
However, for people who don't like to carry much luggage or who like casual street fashion, it may be difficult to go out with a leather tote.
Also, most tote bags are obviously worn on the shoulder or carried by hand, so they may not be suitable for people who want to be active and walk around without having to worry about their belongings.
I think that people who feel that "I have a fair amount of luggage, but a backpack or cloth tote is too casual" would be comfortable using a leather tote , so if you don't mind it looking casual, I would recommend a comfortable backpack rather than a genuine leather tote.
Genuine leather tote recommended for beginners
Just as I was impressed by how comfortable a genuine leather tote was when I used it for the first time, I think HushTug's genuine leather totes are "recommended for anyone using a proper genuine leather tote for the first time."
・The size is just right for a genuine leather tote ・Made of genuine leather and has a luxurious feel ・Exceptional value for money for a genuine leather tote made in Japan
These three points are the reasons why you won't go wrong with your first genuine leather tote.
The size is just right for a genuine leather tote.
Leather totes generally come in a variety of sizes, but some larger ones can be so large that they can ruin the silhouette of your bag when you carry it, so it's best to choose a tote that is roughly the right size.
Made of genuine leather for a luxurious feel
Tote bags are often made from materials such as cotton or nylon, but they can give off a more casual impression and look cheap.
Of course, there are people who are fine with that, but a luxurious leather tote made from genuine leather can be used regardless of outfit or situation.
Considering its versatility, as it can be used not only for everyday outings but also on dates and formal occasions, you can't go wrong with genuine leather.
Exceptional value for money for a genuine leather tote made in Japan
The only drawback to genuine leather products is the high price.
If you actually look into it, you'll find that it's not uncommon for similar leather totes made from sturdy genuine leather to be sold for over 50,000 yen .
HushTug's genuine leather totes were made with customer feedback in mind, with cost-effectiveness being the top priority, so even though they are made in Japan and made from genuine leather, they can be purchased for just 33,000 yen (tax included).
An unprecedented number of pre-orders for the first sale! Over 96% of the items have been highly rated.
We developed a genuine leather tote bag, continued to make improvements and sell it, and in just a few years we have received over 1,000 reviews, the highest number in Japan.
Furthermore, most of the reviews from customers who have purchased the product are highly rated, with over 96% giving it 4 stars or more .
Actual reviews
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Also, when we talk to our customers, they seem to be particularly satisfied with the "good value for money ."
Normally, products are produced in factories and then shipped through several other companies before reaching customers, but HushTug manages everything from production to sales in-house, allowing us to offer genuine leather at affordable prices.
What's more, it comes with peace of mind support that allows you to return or exchange the product free of charge for any reason within one month of purchase, no matter how much you use it .
HushTug products are not sold in department stores or shops, so they can basically only be purchased through our online store.
・I want to try a genuine leather tote, but I don't know if it will suit me...
・I'm worried about buying online in the first place because the product might be different from what I expected.
For such people, we would like to reiterate that "for any reason, no matter how much you use the product, you can return or exchange it free of charge within 30 days ."
With free returns, you can’t go wrong, so if you’re considering buying a genuine leather tote, be sure to give it a try.
