Mads Norgaard

Athene Polka Dot Tote

Name: Athene Polka Dot Tote
Brand: Mads Norgaard
SKU: 3fccf565-075a-4e3f-a54f-268ff1c38f05
Price: 49.95 CAD
Availability: OutOfStock
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This Athene Polka Dot Tote is a rectangular canvas tote bag from the Danish Mads Nørgaard collection, available exclusively in Canada at Simons. It features a rugged cotton fabric in black with an all-over white polka dot print, two grab or shoulder handles, and a flat bottom with gusseted sides. Dimensions are 14 inches (36 cm) high, 15 inches (38 cm) long, and 4.25 inches (11 cm) wide.

Material: Rugged cotton fabric
Gender: unisex
Style: scandinavian, casual
Category: Luggage & Bags > Shopping Totes

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Specifications

Rugged cotton tote with polka dot pattern and grab or shoulder handles.

Rugged cotton fabric, grab or shoulder handles.

Material: Rugged cotton fabric
Style: scandinavian, casual
Gender: unisex
Age Group: adult
Condition: new
Dimensions: 15x4.25x14 in
Category: Luggage & Bags > Shopping Totes

Additional Attributes

Danish Mads Nørgaard collection
Exclusively in Canada at Simons

Product Insights

The Athene Polka Dot Tote from Mads Norgaard is a Bauhaus-inspired, 100% organic cotton twill tote that emphasizes material durability for longevity, with sturdy canvas evenly distributing weight and resisting stretching, and a 28 cm handle drop suitable for shoulder carry. Priced at $49.95, it is $25+ below comparable Scandinavian totes and available exclusively at Simons in Canada, adding boutique scarcity. The brand’s feminist values and design heritage, including a #101 t-shirt in Designmuseum Denmark, enhance its cultural appeal. However, the open-top design lacks closure and internal pockets, and flat unpadded handles may cause discomfort with heavy loads, balancing aesthetic durability against practical convenience.

Verified claims

Material: 100% organic cotton twill is heavier and more durable than competitors' lightweight canvas.
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Design philosophy: Mads Nørgaard's design language aligns with Bauhaus principles of functional simplicity and timeless form, reflected in the tote's clean silhouette and durable cotton construction.
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Value: At $49.95, this tote is $25+ below comparable Scandinavian totes.
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Canvas durability: Sturdy canvas evenly distributes weight, preventing tears under load.
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Handle drop: The 28 cm (11 in) carrying handle is suitable for shoulder carry.
Open design: The tote has no closure and no internal pockets.
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Exclusivity: The Mads Nørgaard bag line, including the Athene, is sold in Canada only at Simons, unlike globally available Scandinavian brands such as COS or Arket.
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Design heritage: Mads Nørgaard's #101 t-shirt, designed in 1967, is part of the permanent exhibition at Designmuseum Denmark.
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Brand values: Brand publicly identifies as feminist and supports art and culture.
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Product record

Title: Athene Polka Dot Tote
Brand: Mads Norgaard
Price: 95 CAD
Availability: In stock

Buying Guide

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Uses

Grab-and-go carrying by hand or on the shoulder

This polka dot tote is designed to be carried two ways: held by its handles or worn on the shoulder. The fabric straps carry the same polka dot pattern as the bag, so the look stays consistent however you carry it.^[3,4]

Product comparison

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Why and when to choose each product
This product Athene Polka Dot Tote Mads Norgaard simons.ca	Same brand Athene Black And White Twill Fabric Tote Mads Norgaard simons.ca	Same brand Pillow Polka Dot Rugged Canvas Puffy Tote Bag Mads Norgaard simons.ca
Athene Polka Dot Tote: Choose this if you want a roomy everyday tote in a graphic black-and-white polka dot print: it is made of 100% rugged cotton canvas with a flat bottom and slightly gusseted sides, measures 14 inches (36 cm) high by 15 inches (38 cm) long by 4.25 inches (11 cm) wide, and comes with two long fabric shoulder handles in a single one-size, Patterned Black style. The fabric is described by the retailer as rugged and by one research source as strong organic cotton, though that characterization comes without supporting detail, and the bag appears slightly structured rather than slouchy in photos.^[1,2,3,5]	Athene Black And White Twill Fabric Tote: Choose this if you want a roomy everyday tote in a graphic black and off-white striped twill, made of 100% rugged cotton. It measures about 14.5 inches high and 14.5 inches long with a slim 4-inch width, has flat shoulder straps in the same stripe pattern attached with reinforced box-and-X stitching, and a flat rectangular base. Note the top is open with no visible closure, so it suits casual carry rather than secure storage.^[6,7,8]	Pillow Polka Dot Rugged Canvas Puffy Tote Bag: Choose this if you want a soft, padded everyday tote from the Danish Mads Nørgaard collection, made entirely from recycled polyester (shell, lining and padding) with a cream fabric printed in evenly spaced black polka dots, including the handles. It measures 13.5 inches in height by 17 inches in width, with a third dimension of 6 inches listed as width (likely depth), and offers grab and shoulder handles, a snap closure, and an interior patch pocket. Note that the listing's only size is one size and the exact meaning of the 6-inch measurement is not explicit, so double-check the dimensions against what you plan to carry.^[9,10,11]

Image Analysis

2 images

01: Product
Front-facing rectangular fabric tote with two top handles, black canvas covered in evenly spaced white polka dots and a centered three-line white logo text.
Overall shapeRectangular tote bag with a flat bottom and slightly gusseted sides, shown facing forward.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.28 · w 0.84 · h 0.60 (high)
HandlesTwo long fabric shoulder straps attached at the top edge, extending upward and meeting near the image top in a slight arch; straps show the same polka dot pattern as the body.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.02 · w 0.36 · h 0.40 (high)
Fabric and textureMatte woven canvas fabric with visible tight weave texture, appearing slightly structured rather than slouchy.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.40 · w 0.60 · h 0.45 (high)
StitchingVisible top edge seam and vertical side seams with straight stitching lines along bag edges and around strap attachment points.
3 regions
x 0.08 · y 0.28 · w 0.84 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.08 · y 0.28 · w 0.08 · h 0.60 (high); x 0.84 · y 0.28 · w 0.08 · h 0.60 (high)
Polka dot patternEvenly spaced small white circular polka dots printed across the entire visible exterior including straps.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.32 · w 0.76 · h 0.52 (high)
Front printed text line 1“MADS”
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.46 · w 0.44 · h 0.08 (high)
Front printed text line 2“NØRGAARD”
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.55 · w 0.56 · h 0.10 (high)
Front printed text line 3“COPENHAGEN”
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.66 · w 0.40 · h 0.06 (high)
Bottom edge and baseFlat bottom seam with slight creasing at the lower corners; bag sits on a flat surface creating a narrow shadow beneath the base.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.78 · w 0.76 · h 0.14 (high)
Other
Studio product shot on a light neutral background with soft shadow; bag is centered and evenly lit.
BackgroundUniform light gray background with no visible props or packaging.
Lighting and shadowSoft, even studio lighting with a faint diffuse shadow directly under the bag base and slight highlight on fabric texture.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.82 · w 0.80 · h 0.12 (high)
Shot compositionCentered front view, bag occupies the middle of the frame with handles reaching toward the top; image is vertically oriented.
Colors
black· main body#110F13off-white· polka dots and printed logo
02: Product
Black fabric tote with an all-over irregular white polka dot print, flat topstitched hem, visible vertical side seam and two narrow flat handles emerging from the top edge.
Overall shapeRectangular tote body with a squared-off base and slightly gusseted side giving depth; bag is shown from a three-quarter side angle (right-side visible).
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.12 · w 0.92 · h 0.79 (high)
Material and textureMedium-weight woven fabric with visible diagonal weave texture consistent with canvas or twill.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.20 · w 0.75 · h 0.60 (high)
Print patternAll-over white circular polka dots of similar size distributed irregularly across the black fabric surface.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.14 · w 0.88 · h 0.74 (high)
Top hem and topstitchFolded top edge with visible horizontal topstitching running around the bag near the top opening.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.02 · w 0.64 · h 0.18 (high)
HandlesTwo narrow flat fabric handles attached at the top edge; one handle is visible running upward from the bag interior and both show the same polka dot pattern on the strap.
2 regions
x 0.41 · y 0.00 · w 0.18 · h 0.30 (high); x 0.66 · y 0.00 · w 0.20 · h 0.28 (medium)
Side seamVisible vertical side seam with topstitching near the front-left edge of the bag as seen in the image.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.08 · h 0.70 (high)
Base cornerRounded square base corner visible at lower-left with seam and polka dot pattern continuing over the corner.
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.74 · w 0.20 · h 0.20 (high)
Other
Studio product shot with a plain light gray background, soft shadow under the bag and even lighting; top of image crops some handle length.
Background and shadowNeutral light gray seamless background with a soft shadow beneath the bag toward the lower right.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high)
Crop and framingImage is framed so the top portions of the handles are cropped; bag fills most of the frame and is centered to the left of center.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 0.36 (high)
LightingEven, soft studio lighting producing subtle highlights on raised fabric areas and minimal harsh shadows.
Colors
matte black· body fabric#0E0C0Foff-white· polka dots