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This New Tory Burch Tote Has Become an Instant Celebrity Fave—Here’s Why It’s Worth the Hype

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Do you know what Emma Roberts, Jodie Turner-Smith, Suki Waterhouse and Michelle Williams have in common? They've all been spotted in Tory Burch's new Romy Tote ($568), the roomiest bag from the brand's latest Romy Collection. And when a piece that debuts on the runway *actually* turns into a celebrity street style staple, I know it's gotta be worth the hype. That said, I'm not surprised that the tote has quickly become a best seller on Tory Burch's site and for good reason.

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First debuting in Tory Burch's Fall/Winter 2025 NYFW collection, the Romy Tote is an oversized shoulder bag with signature cinching and wide pleats. The thin band around the top of the tote, allowing for it to cinch closed, is reminiscent of a similar band that can be found on the Hermès Birkin bag. With its larger dimensions—I'm talking nearly a foot tall and over a foot long—this bag is ideal for toting around just about anything. Better yet, it is as versatile as it is large, as its A-list fans have donned it with all manner of outfits, from casual and sporty to more tailored and put-together.

Jodie Turner-Smith paired the black version of the bag with a collarless plaid trench coat, wide-leg beige trousers and black heeled boots. Emma Roberts wore her black bag with a pair of jeans and a cropped beige trench. Personally, I love Michelle Williams's take; she rocked her black Romy with a long black coat, white wide-leg trousers and pair of brown and white sneakers for a touch of the athleisure aesthetic. 

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The Romy tote is crafted with pebbled leather in partnership with a Leather Working Group-certified tannery which helps to support high standards in leather manufacturing and chemical management. It features a magnetic snap closure, belted strap with a collar stud closure, top handles with 12.2 inch drop and one interior hanging zipper pocket. Because of its spacious design, filling the tote is made incredibly easy as you're not restricted by broken up sections or inserts. Plus, it looks super luxe!

And you don't just have to take my word for it. Early reviews have been pouring in on the brand's website, and shoppers gush about everything from its comfortable padded shoulder straps to the quality of the leather. As one writes, "Love this bag! Large enough to carry a laptop and other work essentials. The deep brown color is beautiful. The design is more fun than a typical work bag, and can go with a more casual look in a non-work context, too."

It's currently available in black and light granite colorways with brown slated to come back into stock very soon. In addition, the Romy Collection features other sizes and variations of the bag, including a Small Romy Tote, Romy Bucket Bag and Romy Crossbody. As for me, I've got my eye on that lemon soufflé crossbody below—just in time for spring. If you want to channel your inner celeb, you'd best pick up this instant "It" bag before other fashionistas beat you to it. (Don't worry, the paparazzi does not come included.)


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