Amethyst Storey—October 23, 2024✓ Verified purchase
I recently purchased the Vera Bradley Women’s Cotton Utility Tote Bag, and I am absolutely in love with it! This tote has quickly become my go-to bag for everything from grocery shopping to work. First and foremost, the design is simply beautiful. I chose the pattern "Plum Pansies’’ and it’s both chic and versatile, making it easy to match with any outfit. The colors are vibrant, and the cotton fabric has a lovely texture that feels durable yet soft. The size of the tote is impressive! It’s spacious enough to hold all my essentials—groceries, gym gear, or even a picnic’s worth of snacks—without feeling bulky. The interior features several pockets, which help keep my items organized and easily accessible. I love being able to quickly find my keys or phone without digging through a bottomless pit of stuff. Another highlight is the comfort of the straps. They are sturdy and wide enough that they don’t dig into my shoulders, even when the bag is full. I’ve also found the bag to be lightweight, which is a huge plus when I’m carrying it around for extended periods. One thing I appreciate is that the cotton material is easy to clean. I’ve already spilled a little coffee on it, and a quick wipe was all it took to keep it looking fresh! Overall, I highly recommend the Vera Bradley Women’s Cotton Utility Tote Bag to anyone looking for a stylish, practical, and versatile tote. It has exceeded my expectations in both functionality and aesthetics. Whether you're using it for errands or as a travel companion, this tote bag is a fantastic investment! Read more
Andre—October 20, 2025✓ Verified purchase
This tote is huge, just what I wanted! Thanks Read more
anne—October 20, 2022✓ Verified purchase
i am a senior in college and i thought it was time to get myself a more grownup bag to hopefully last me through grad school. this bag is HUGE but it works as a versatile bag for me. fits my laptop and my books with room to spare. two water bottle compartments, two front pockets (one closes), a zipper front pocket with little compartments inside, and two large hidden compartments. the main pocket of this bag zips shut, which is especially helpful in rainy weather! nothing even gets damp! there are padded straps and a nylon shoulder strap. some people don’t like the nylon strap (i don’t mind it) so you can actually unclip it if you’d prefer. i honestly love this bag and i have faith it will last me for years to come. not to mention i love the print inside my bag. this bag is great for students, teachers, parents, anybody who has lots of stuff to transport. this could even work as a great overnight bag! which i use it for as well! Read more
Erin Rusk—February 29, 2024✓ Verified purchase
I really like this bag! It's big enough to tote around all sorts of stuff, & it has lots of great pockets & compartments that hold the sometimes ridiculous amount of stuff I like to carry around with me daily without being too bulky. I like it better than just a standard tote because all of the different pockets helps me keep everything organized, as opposed to just one big compartment with everything in it. The color scheme is pretty tame for a Vera Bradley, but I think it's great because you can wear it with pretty much everything. I've gotten tons of compliments on it as well. I like it so much that I'm considering getting another one in a different color! Read more
Jonathan F—May 20, 2025✓ Verified purchase
I do love my new bag. It'd quality, for sure, and has lots of fun pockets. However, I have a dog...and he sheds...and the material of my bag seems to be a fur magnet. I don't regret my purchase, but removing fur is a hassle. Read more
Online shoppers—January 31, 2023✓ Verified purchase
Large tote that could be an excellent diaper bag or carry on personal item with plenty of space for all your things. It’s not much smaller than the ‘ vera bradley utility overnight bag’ (I bought both thinking this was significantly smaller) this bags big enough to be an overnight bag in my opinion. It didn’t fit in my compact stroller and was too heavy to carry around casually. I’m returning it even tho I love it because I don’t want the shoulder pain. It’s better to carry all your things from a to b, not the in between in my opinion. It went on sale around end of the year/Christmas time btw. Read more
Linda—February 15, 2025✓ Verified purchase
Washable roomy bag. Tons of compartments for carrying your everyday items. Can carry by handles or shoulder strap. Great deal! Read more
AS—July 25, 2025✓ Verified purchase
This is a great purse addition to my Vera Bradley collection! 💗 Read more