I don’t often find myself pulling out pieces I wore in 2005. However, Princess Kate is not me—and one bag style that Catherine, Princess of Wales wore all those years ago is having a resurgence right now. Her humble Longchamp Le Pliage tote is trending in 2024, and you can buy a version of it for less in Nordstrom’s Anniversary Sale.
Middleton is a fan of the classic brown Le Pliage tote. She first carried it on her graduation day from the University of St. Andrews and it's made several appearances in her royal wardrobe since. The one currently on sale is a souped-up version that's a bona fide travel essential. But don't fear—it comes in the same brown shade that Middleton co-signed all those years ago, plus two other neutral shades.
Kate MIddleton picked the Longchamp Le Pliage tote as her graduation day essential in 2005.
The Le Pliage Tote holds a special place in the hearts of busy women everywhere. Hailed as one of the best laptop-ready tote bags on the market, it’s made from a lightweight nylon material and outfitted with budge-proof leather straps and a nearly indestructible zipper across the top. The Le Pliage (in various sizes!) has received a stamp of approval from fellow women-on-the-go like Jennifer Lopez, too.
Jennifer Lopez styled her pint-sized Le Pliage with a green matching set in New York City.
The larger version you can find on sale comes with an expandable silhouette complete with multiple zippers around the midsection. At its smallest, it looks nearly identical to the classic model. I also own the Le Pliage Expandable Recycled Nylon Tote and can attest to how much it holds. I'm able to fit several outfits plus shoes, my makeup and skincare essentials, and more without my shoulder aching from pain.
If you too want a Princess Kate-approved bag for your summer getaways, you should act fast—Nordstrom's Anniversary Sale runs through August 4. For even more deals, we found the best shoes and the best vacation essentials hiding in the sale, too.
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