Mulberry Bayswater Tote Small (Heritage) in Sage Green Natural Vegetable Tanned Leather
Satchel / Top Handle Bag with detachable shoulder strap · Mulberry (Somerset, UK), British heritage luxury brand known for quintessential English style and robust leather craftsmanship. Tier: Accessible Luxury / Premium Heritage.
Collection: Bayswater Collection - the brand's most iconic flagship line. This specific model follows the 2016 'Heritage' update by Johnny Coca or the earlier classic small size variant.
Style
Satchel / Top Handle Bag with detachable shoulder strap
Brand
Mulberry (Somerset, UK), British heritage luxury brand known for quintessential English style and robust leather craftsmanship. Tier: Accessible Luxury / Premium Heritage.
Material
Natural Vegetable Tanned (NVT) Leather with a characteristic visible pebble grain. Construction features reinforced top handles, structural support straps (belted detailing), and inked edge finishing.
Dimensions
Width: 26cm (10.25 in), Height: 20cm (8 in), Depth: 16cm (6 in), Strap Drop: 47-55cm (adjustable).
Description
An quintessential English icon, the Mulberry Bayswater is a study in understated luxury. This smaller version maintains the signature Postman's Lock and belted silhouette of the original while adding the versatility of a crossbody strap. Its Sage Green leather offers a refreshing botanical alternative to standard neutrals, making it a favorite for year-round wear.
Key Features
Postman's Lock hardware, hanging cloche with hidden padlock, belted interior allowing for slight expansion, and distinctive 'cutaway' flap design that fits around the handles.
Material & Construction
Natural Vegetable Tanned (NVT) Leather with a characteristic visible pebble grain. Construction features reinforced top handles, structural support straps (belted detailing), and inked edge finishing.
Color & Pattern
Sage Green / Pale Olive (resembling Mulberry's Seafoam or Sage shades). Solid color with a natural semi-aniline finish that develops a patina over time.
Hardware Details
Gold-tone/Brass hardware. Features the signature Mulberry Postman's Lock with the tree logo on the turn knob and 'Mulberry' engraved on the plate. Includes a hanging leather cloche containing a padlock.
Interior Description
Unlined raw suede reverse side of the leather (typical of NVT Mulberry), likely contains one internal zip pocket and one slip pocket, with a Mulberry logo foil stamp or metal disc.
Closure Type
Postman's Lock turn-key closure on the front flap.
Strap & Handle Details
Double tubular leather top handles for hand carry and a detachable, adjustable leather shoulder/crossbody strap with lateral D-ring attachments.
Craftsmanship Details
High-quality machine stitching with heavy-duty thread. The edge painting is thick and protective. The leather is heavy and substantial, designed to age beautifully and become more supple over several years of use.
Authentication Indicators
The Postman's Lock engraving font appears correct. The leather grain exhibits the high-quality variation expected of NVT leather. The tree logo on the padlock/cloche is embossed with correct proportions. Note: Serial numbers on individual Mulberry bags are often etched behind the internal brass disc.
Origin & Manufacturing
Likely Made in Turkey or China (common for the Small Bayswater size), though higher-tier Mulberry items are produced at 'The Rookery' or 'The Willows' factories in Somerset, England.
Era & Period
Modern Classic (2010s-2020s). The Bayswater was originally designed by Nicholas Knightly in 2003; this smaller iteration reflects the 2010s trend toward hybridized handheld-crossbody bags.
Age Estimate
Circa 2015-2018 based on the cloche shape, hardware engraving font, and specific sage-green seasonal leather color.
Cultural Significance
Represents the 'Somerset-meets-Chelsea' aesthetic. It remains one of the most recognizable British handbags, often cited as a more accessible alternative to the Hermès Birkin due to its belted shape.
Condition Notes
Very Good. The leather shows light softening (slouch) near the base. Some surface scratches are visible on the Postman’s Lock plate. Handles appear firm with minimal darkening. Some creasing on the cloche and strap.
Value Estimate
Retail Approx: $1,100-$1,300. Resale Value: $400 - $650 depending on the presence of the serial number, dust bag, and local market demand.
Care & Maintenance
Treat with Mulberry Collonil Waterstop Spray to prevent stains. Use a specialized leather cream to prevent the NVT leather from drying out. Store stuffed with acid-free tissue to maintain the structure of the front flap.
Similar Handbags
Mulberry Iris (more modern/boho), Celine Belt Bag (minimalist alternative), Hermès Birkin 25 (luxury tier equivalent).
Interesting Facts
The Bayswater is named after a fashionable area in West London. It gained 'It-bag' status in the mid-2000s when used by Kate Moss and Alexa Chung, practically saving the brand from financial difficulty.