Full Grain Leather Crossbody Tote Bag

Meet The Monterey—a compact full-grain leather satchel designed for everyday versatility and lasting character.

Crafted in small batches from full-grain leather, The Monterey pairs a deep Forest Green body with tonal Forest Green leather accents. The contrasting top handles, reinforced corner panels, and zipper details add depth to its vintage-inspired design, while antique brass-tone hardware brings the naturally aged character that defines ARBOR & GRAIN.

Its softly structured silhouette feels polished without looking overly formal. The double-zip top provides convenient access to your belongings, while the rounded leather handles offer a comfortable hand carry. Attach the adjustable shoulder strap when you prefer to wear it over the shoulder or crossbody.

Because full-grain leather retains the hide’s natural surface, every Monterey has its own distinctive grain patterns, pores, wrinkles, creases, tonal variations, and subtle markings. These natural characteristics are not imperfections—they are part of the leather’s authentic beauty. With time and use, the leather will soften and develop a richer, more personal patina.

Compact, distinctive, and made to become more beautiful with age, The Monterey is an everyday leather bag designed to stay with you well beyond a single season.

Details

• Full-grain leather construction
• Deep Forest Green body with tonal Forest Green accents
• Compact, softly structured satchel silhouette
• Double-zip top closure
• Comfortable rolled leather top handles
• Detachable and adjustable leather shoulder strap
• Vintage-inspired brass-tone hardware
• Reinforced contrasting leather corner panels
• Contrast stitching
• Can be carried by hand, over the shoulder, or crossbody
• Small-batch craftsmanship
• Natural leather grain and tonal variation
• Designed to soften and develop a distinctive patina with use

Color

Forest Green is a deep, earthy green with a quiet confidence—grounded, sophisticated, and rich with natural depth. This versatile hue highlights the bag’s handcrafted construction and pairs naturally with cream, camel, tan, navy, black, and other everyday neutrals.

Dimensions

9.8″ W × 4.3″ D × 7.1″ H
25 × 11 × 18 cm

Height does not include the top handles. Please allow slight measurement variations due to the handcrafted nature of the product.

Materials and Construction

• Material: Full-grain leather
• Hardware: Vintage-inspired brass-tone metal
• Closure: Double-zip top closure
• Shoulder strap: Detachable and adjustable
• Carrying options: Top handle, shoulder, or crossbody
• Production: Small-batch craftsmanship

Natural Leather Characteristics

Full-grain leather preserves the natural surface of the hide. Grain patterns, pores, wrinkles, creases, healed markings, and variations in color or texture may be visible and will differ from one bag to another.

These natural characteristics are not defects. They make every ARBOR & GRAIN piece unique and allow the leather to develop a richer and more personal patina over time.

Care Instructions

• Keep the bag away from prolonged exposure to water, direct sunlight, and extreme heat.
• If the leather becomes wet, gently blot it with a clean, soft cloth and allow it to air-dry naturally.
• Do not use a hair dryer or place the bag near a heater.
• Wipe away dust with a soft, dry cloth.
• Use a conditioner suitable for full-grain leather when needed, testing it first on a small, inconspicuous area.
• Store the bag in its dust bag when not in use.
• Fill the interior lightly with clean tissue paper to help maintain its shape.
• Avoid overfilling the bag or storing it beneath heavy objects.

Please Note

Your Monterey Satchel will be carefully packed to help protect its shape during delivery. Minor surface variations, natural markings, and tonal differences are inherent characteristics of full-grain leather and do not affect the bag’s durability or function. Each bag is naturally one of a kind.