The Mansur Gavriel Everyday Soft Tote Is *the* Under-the-Radar Celeb Bag

Whether we’re hunting down Taylor Swift’s Reformation loafers or trying out Princess Catherine’s Polène bag, you could say we have passion for celebrity fashion. So, we’ll let you in on a little secret: Mansur Gavriel’s leather Everyday Soft Tote ($795) might just be the under-the-radar celeb bag.

The New York-based leather brand is known for its luxe shoes and handbags, and the tote is a reliable favorite of stars like Katie Holmes and Julianne Moore, who have been photographed with it on myriad occasions. The bag even sneakily made its way into the final scene of Barbie, where Margot Robbie has the tote in Dahlia slung over her shoulder.

While that particular pink hue is sadly discontinued, Holmes’s and Moore’s trusty black iteration (with its eye-catching red interior) is a mainstay. It’s also available in four additional colors: Avorio (cream), Dolly (fuchsia), Seaglass (green) and Desert (brown). There are generous drop-down handles that make it easy to sling over your shoulder (even when it's stuffed) or carry in the crook of your elbow. The interior also has a self-tie closure that gives the bag dimension when drawn in. And of course, the whole thing is made from Italian soft calfskin leather, which buyers have called “sturdy and supple” and “buttery.”

As proven by the laundry list of celebs who adore it, the tote is as versatile and universal as they come, and, more importantly, incredibly roomy. Slide your laptop in and lug it to the office, wear it out to lunch or pack it for a weekend trip. As a bonus, the tote includes an additional small matching pouch for those easy-to-lose items, like your phone, keys and lipstick—so there’ll be no more fishing around in a Mary Poppins bag. Want to add a personal touch? Monogramming is available for an additional cost.

While we love the sophistication of the A-list-approved Mansur Gavriel tote, we know that $800 for a tote bag isn’t funny money. If you love the look but aren’t quite willing to pony up, here are three similar styles that deliver on quality and sartorial flair, but at more wallet-friendly price points.