There's just something about the end of winter that makes me want to, well, buy all of the joyful spring things — specifically cute fashion items. Right now, I'm all about the soft and sunny butter yellow shade that's one of the year's hottest color trends. I've been on the lookout for stylish pieces in this hue to beef up my spring wardrobe and I can't stop thinking about this cheery and versatile Tory Burch tote at Nordstrom. Even better? It's currently on sale for $197 (down from $328).
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Like a good pair of everyday jeans, a tote bag is one of the most important closet essentials, but that doesn't mean you can't have a bit of fun with it. The butter yellow shade and subtly edgy chain give a little life to the simple wardrobe staple while still feeling like a neutral color.
You can pair it with pretty much any color and outfit. I'm already thinking about how good it's going to look with that new flowy spring dress I just bought. So good.
Why is this a good deal? ????
Honestly, any deal on a designer bag is a good deal — especially when it comes to sturdy and frequently used tote bags. The Tory Burch Ella style is one of the brand's most iconic designs, so this markdown is not to be missed. Plus, when is the last time you saw a bright colored bag on sale for 40% off in the middle of spring shopping season? That's rare, friends.
Why do I need this? ????
Beyond the trending color, the Tory Burch Ella Chain Tote is one of the better do-it-all designer bags on the market. A reimagined design of the ever-popular Ella Tote, this style features an oversized trapezoid silhouette, gold chain straps and a prominent brand logo in vegan leather (it doubles as a secret pocket). The main body of the tote is made of durable nylon, giving it a lightweight and freeing feel that matches the pastel yellow shade. Plus, the flat base keeps things nice and stable, which is great when you pack it to the brim for a daytime outing or nightime dinner date.
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Speaking of packing it to the brim, reviewers say that the XL tote can fit everything from your laptop, phone, keys, water bottle and headphones to all those receipts you keep forgetting to throw out (c'mon, we all do it.)
And if you love the bag but are generally hesitant about adding yellow to your wardrobe, Nordstrom slashed the prices on a bunch of trending pastel shades for spring. There's an icy blue, blush pink and light olive — all of which are great additions to your warm-weather fashion arsenal. And even though it's not on sale, the tote also comes in classic black.
Who wouldn't want to wear butter? Butter's the best! (Nordstrom)
What reviewers say ????
Nordstrom shoppers give the Tory Burch tote an overall rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars with hundreds of five-star reviews. Oh, and they love the yellow.
Pros ????
Of the buttery color, one shopper wrote: "Gorgeous bag. I love the color and size. Can't wait for spring."
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"She gives Chanel vibes," said a fashionista in their five-star review about the carryall. "Everything fits perfectly and she is pretty striking and goes with any casual or business outfit. The detailing also adds some chicness if you travel with her." The reviewer also noted that it's great choise if you love Longchamp bags and the Ella Tote.
"I love the lemon sugar color," added a spring-ready Nordstrom customer. "I thought it was going to be brighter than it is and I was a little hesitant about that. But the color is perfect — not too bright, just the perfect shade. It’s honestly giving me a new vibe with the yellow color family."
Added another Torch Burch fan: "This bag is light and cheery. It holds anything and everything you would need on the daily. The compliments have been endless. I am thinking about purchasing another!"
Finally, this shopper called it a great everyday bag. "It has so much room, it's super easy to clean and the chain straps give it extra pizazz. And I love that it has a magnet closure instead of being open and unable to close like most totes."
Cons ????
While Nordstrom shoppers are generally huge fans of the tote, a few of them had some notes.
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"The bag is stylish and the quality of the material is exceptional. My only drawback is not receiving a dust cover! Every designer bag I have ever purchased includes a dust cover," commented a purchaser.
Meanwhile, another shopper wasn't a huge fan of the chains. "I really like the bag and I use it for work," they explained. "Everything fits nicely, including my iPad. The only reason why I gave it four out of five stars is because the metal strap is uncomfortable after a while."
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This color is just like the sand in Bermuda on a warm, sunny day — which is why the shade is aptly called "pink sand."
The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.
