Coach Soho Pocket Tote

The Coach Soho Pocket Tote is stylish enough to take anywhere!

Coach was first created in Manhattan, New York in 1941. Even though it began as a family owned business, it quickly became something of a legend in the fashion industry. Much of the company's success depends on the high quality goods they manufacture, and make no mistake about it, their materials are truly top-notch.

Specifically speaking, it's the painstakingly methodical process that they apply to their leather that makes these bags so sought after, and a lot of that has to do with softening the leather, so that it's just so.

Another reason Coach handbags seem to last a lifetime is their double-stitching method. Double stitches are applied to the areas that need particular reinforcement. The end result is a bag that's both supple and strong.

So what makes the Coach Soho look so unique? Much of it has to do with the fact that the bag itself is leather. The consumer will not see the traditional "C" pattern that accompanies most of the company's fabric bags.

Another difference between these leather bags and their similarly sized fabric counterparts is that they tend to be roomier and feature more pockets. Lastly, the nickel hardware on the Soho tote is more abundant and overt than on some of Coaches’ other bags.

Here, this hardware is prevalent on both the outside of the bag, and the handle; on other Coach bags, one will sometimes find hardware either on the front of the bag, or at the handles, but usually, not on both.

A Coach Soho tote offers the perfect combination of sophistication and everyday style. Two front pockets are signature looks for these totes, as are double shoulder straps, but there are other Soho totes that have side pockets, which can be an advantage when carrying the bag. Some styles, like the Coach Soho straw tote, have a single stylish pocket in front. While many Soho tote styles are discontinued, you can purchase them at reputable secondhand stores and auction sites.

Choices include:

• Leather, Coach jacquard fabric, and suede
• Sizes ranging from mini to large totes
• A variety of colors, from rich caramel to white and even metallic leather

When it comes to shopping for a Coach Soho Pocket tote, a few of these online shopping sites may help. You can also rent this tote from the popular handbag rental site, Bag, Borrow, or Steal, and use their 'steal' option to purchase the bag.

• EBay: EBay is a great site to check out because one can usually find some really good deals. Even better? Much of the merchandise is either new or "gently worn".

• Style Feeder: Style Feeder offers a khaki and brown Soho Pocket Tote, and all the important details, for example, the nickel hardware and double leather straps, are there. The bag also offers two exterior pockets, and two interior slip pockets.

• Girls Gone Glamorous: A leather pocket tote in sliver/sand is available on this site for $330.00. Interested consumers can expect to find an inside zip pocket, a cell phone pocket and front pockets with magnetic closures.

For those that love small Coach bags, visiting the official coach site, find a bevy of bags that should make any fashionista deliriously happy. With this in mind, consider the Cricket Collection.

These bags are quite similar to the Coach Soho purses, but there are a few differences, the most apparent of which is that these bags don't have the double strap. Another striking difference is that there is not as much hardware on these bags as the Soho bag, but that doesn't mean that these bags are any less attractive. In fact, quite the opposite.

Of particular interest is the Cricket Leather Satchel for $298.00. This is a white bag, with trim done in a glorious, unapologetic shade of electric pink. This is a great bag, no matter the occasion and even better, it’s also available in khaki and white and black and white.

Once one has decided on their bag, it's time to start thinking about caring for that bag. First, treat the bag nicely! This means not tossing your new bag onto the floor at the bottom your closet, for days on end. Second, consider purchasing a cleanser designed specifically for bag (you should be able to purchase this cleanser at the same place the bag was bought).

Keep in mind that depending on the fabric of the bag (leather or cloth), different cleansers may be required. If you don’t feel like spending extra money on a separate cleanser, then consider using a slightly damp cloth to clean the outside of the bag, but remember, the cloth should be damp, not wet.

Lastly, don't forget to clean this inside of the bag as well. To do so, empty all of the contests out of the purse, and use the hose attachment of a vacuum to scoop out all the dust.

Whether one shops for a specific Coach handbag, or is looking at an entire collection, one thing is clear; these are fantastically made handbags. While it's true that they tend to run on the expensive side, shopping at a site like EBay can be a terrific way to hold costs down. Lastly, don't forget to take good care of you handbag so that it can keep looking terrific, year after year.

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