Ever feel like you have to choose between style and functionality in your everyday bag?
We didn't think you should have to choose. So we designed a better handbag. Discover all the ways you can wear our 6-in-1 style.
The Bag Your Will Wonder How You Ever Lived Without
Which Size are You?
The Original and Mini are closer than you think - here's how to decide. (L=Mini, R=OG)
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Under 5'2″?
The Mini tends to feel more proportionate. But don't let the name fool you - it's not a tiny bag. Think of it as a gentle trim, not a radical makeover.
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You might be an Original woman if...
You like knowing there's room for one more thing. The Original isn't as big as it looks and worn folded over, it has the same effortless everyday feel as the Mini. Perfect for travel, or just an active lifestyle.
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Prefer traveling light?
Or don't want to be tempted to carry more. The Mini fits all your essentials - wallet, phone, keys, sunglasses, beauty bag - just sleeker than the Original.
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Still unsure?
That's what our bag finder quiz was created for.
Find Your Lauren Size: Mini or Original
Same iconic functionality. Just a whisper of a difference between Mini & Original.
The Mini Lauren
14″ W × 14″ H × ~2″ D
- Same Lauren function, just sleeker
- Feels lighter on your shoulder
- Ideal for coffee runs and quick errands
- Perfect if you just carry: phone, wallet, sun glasses, beauty bag and keys
- Phone fits better in back outside zipper pocket
The Original Lauren
15.5″ W × 15.5″ H × ~3″ D
- Holds a tablet or can fit a small laptop
- Plus a water bottle, notebook, and more
- Roomy without looking oversized
- Perfect for "one bag to rule them all" days, essentials plus some
- Phone fits easily in the front open pocket
FAQs
The short answer? Yes and your wallet will thank you later. Our bags are made from full-grain leather that gets better with age, handcrafted in Chicago since 2009, and designed to replace every bag in your closet. No fast fashion, no shortcuts. Just bags you'll love a lifetime.
The Lauren is designed to carry a lot without weighing you down, ranging from approximately 1.5–2 lbs depending on size and leather. If weight is a priority, our lightest options are our Distressed leathers - Happy Trails and River Rock are great starting points.
We get it. We wrote a blog specifically for you. Read: A Buyer’s Guide to Finding Your Perfect Size
No stress - we make it easy. Exchanges are accepted within 30 days on unworn, tagged items. We'll issue store credit or gift card with no expiration so you can choose your new size at your leisure. A $10 return label fee applies, but no processing fees.
Ships within 4 - 7 days. We do not have a dedicated corporate shipping department, or warehouses filled with inventory in plastic bags. Everything is packaged with care in our made to order dust bags.
Why I Created the Lauren
I was tired of choosing between style and functionality. I wanted one bag that could go from weekend adventures to weekday meetings - without compromise.
I knew I wanted a fold-over style, but I didn't want to limit it to two ways to wear? So I added two detachable straps instead of one. Suddenly she became a shoulder bag, crossbody, foldover, and clutch.
The backpack option? That was discovered by one of my biggest fans - a true "aha!" moment.
And when women with longer torsos asked for more strap length, we extended it to 54 inches. That's what I love about being a small business: I actually listen.
XO Brynn