Burberry Plaid Wool Tote Bag in Beige, Black, and Red with Dark Brown Leather Trim
Structured Tote / Top Handle Bag · Burberry (Independent publicly traded luxury fashion house)
Collection: Burberry Heritage / Autumn Winter Tartan Collection
Style
Structured Tote / Top Handle Bag
Brand
Burberry (Independent publicly traded luxury fashion house)
Material
Woven wool plaid fabric combined with smooth dark brown leather trim, structured flat base, contrast white topstitching, and finished edge treatments.
Dimensions
Medium Tote size: Width approx. 35 cm (14 inches), Height approx. 24 cm (9.5 inches), Depth approx. 12 cm (4.5 inches), Handle drop approx. 15 cm (6 inches).
Description
This sophisticated Burberry tote marries traditional British textile heritage with contemporary everyday functionality. Featuring a cozy beige, black, and red wool tartan plaid body contrasted against rich dark brown leather trim and protective corner reinforcements, it offers an effortlessly chic look. The structured silhouette ensures the bag keeps its shape while accommodating daily essentials, making it an ideal transitional piece for cooler weather.
Key Features
Distinctive wool plaid fabric construction, dark brown leather corner and trim reinforcements, dual rolled leather handles, and structured base with protective feet.
Material & Construction
Woven wool plaid fabric combined with smooth dark brown leather trim, structured flat base, contrast white topstitching, and finished edge treatments.
Color & Pattern
Beige wool base featuring a traditional multi-color tartan check pattern in black and red, accented with dark brown leather trim.
Hardware Details
Silver-tone metal hardware including rectangular handle attachment rings and protective metal bottom feet.
Interior Description
Fabric-lined interior featuring slip and zip pockets, offering spacious main compartment capacity for everyday essentials.
Closure Type
Zipper top closure providing secure main compartment access.
Strap & Handle Details
Dual rolled dark brown leather top handles attached via silver-tone hardware loops, designed for hand or crook-of-the-arm carry.
Craftsmanship Details
Precise pattern matching at seams, durable machine-stitched assembly, clean edge painting on leather components, and robust hardware attachment.
Authentication Indicators
Symmetrical tartan alignment, clean contrast stitching, branded interior hardware plaques, and high-grade woven wool texture.
Origin & Manufacturing
Crafted in Italy or China adhering to strict luxury leather goods and textile manufacturing standards.
Era & Period
Late 2000s to early 2010s contemporary luxury market era, reflecting the classic British heritage revival.
Age Estimate
Estimated production date circa 2008-2014 based on styling and hardware design.
Cultural Significance
Represents classic British luxury aesthetic and the enduring popularity of heritage tartans in mainstream global fashion.
Condition Notes
Very Good vintage condition. Wool fabric shows minimal pilling, leather trim remains intact with minor surface wear, and hardware maintains its shine.
Value Estimate
Estimated resale market value ranging from $250 to $500 USD depending on overall condition and inclusion of original dust bag.
Care & Maintenance
Store in a breathable dust bag stuffed with acid-free tissue. Protect wool from moisture and moths; condition leather trim periodically with specialized leather balm.
Similar Handbags
Burberry House Check Tote, Mulberry Bayswater, and Longchamp Roseau Tote.
Interesting Facts
Burberry's iconic check patterns originally served as a lining for raincoats before becoming the central motif for luxury handbags, scarves, and ready-to-wear collections.