Organic cotton 1840 tote bag Our History, Our Heritage Collection product image (primary)
Front-facing rectangular canvas tote with two leather-look shoulder straps and centered embroidered script text on the front panel.

Simons

Organic Cotton 1840 Tote Bag Our History, Our Heritage Collection

CA$19.99CA$69.00-71%
Out of Stock

This is an exclusive Simons tote bag from the Our History, Our Heritage collection, designed in Canada. It features an organic cotton exterior with polyester lining, leather shoulder straps, and two interior slit pockets. The bag measures 16.25 inches in height, 17.25 inches in length, and 4 inches in width.

Material
Organic Cotton, Polyester lining, Leather straps
Gender
unisex
Style
classic, heritage
Category
Luggage & Bags > Shopping Totes

Size

ONE SIZE

Specifications

Organic cotton tote bag from Simons' heritage collection, featuring leather shoulder straps and two interior pockets.

Two slit pockets inside, leather shoulder straps, organic cotton fabric, polyester lining.

Material
Organic Cotton, Polyester lining, Leather straps
Secondary
polyester, leather
Style
classic, heritage
Occasion
everyday, casual
Gender
unisex
Age Group
adult
Condition
new
Dimensions
17.25x4x16.25 in
Category
Luggage & Bags > Shopping Totes

Additional Attributes

  • Simons exclusive
  • designed in Canada
  • from Our History, Our Heritage collection
  • organic cotton fabric
  • polyester lining
  • leather shoulder straps
  • two slit pockets inside

Product Insights

The Organic Cotton 1840 Tote Bag from Simons embodies an 1840 founding story and five-generation family heritage, offering an organic cotton exterior with a stain-resistant polyester lining and leather straps that develop patina with conditioning. It fits a 15-inch laptop with a slim profile, but the open top lacks closure and the leather requires periodic conditioning every 3-4 months, making it a tradeoff between accessibility and security, and between heritage aesthetics and maintenance.

Verified claims

Founding history
1840 marks John Simons' first shop, 27 years before Canada's Confederation, and still family-owned after five generations.
Design story
The organic cotton exterior and polyester lining combine heritage aesthetics with modern durability.
Competitive pricing
At $19.99 (was $69), undercuts similar organic-cotton and leather-strap totes.
Brand heritage
Bag embodies an 1840 founding story and five-generation family heritage at $19.99.
Design features
Fits a 15-inch laptop but lacks closure and needs periodic leather conditioning.
Dimensions
Fits a 15-inch laptop with room to spare, while a 4-inch depth keeps the bag slim and organized.
Interior
Interior features stain-resistant polyester lining, two slit pockets, and an open top for easy access.
Straps
Leather shoulder straps are abrasion-resistant and mold to the shoulder with conditioning.
Lining
Polyester lining exceeds 5,000 psi tear strength.
Material pairing
The polyester lining resists stains and repels up to 90% of water droplets, so spills inside the bag won't soak through to the organic cotton exterior.
Maintenance
Condition every 3–4 months with beeswax cream; avoid water immersion.
Aging
With conditioning, straps mold to shoulder, develop patina, and resist fraying.
Cleaning
The cotton body should be spot-cleaned with mild detergent, while the leather straps need dedicated cleaner and must not be immersed.
Leather care
Condition the leather straps every 3-4 months with beeswax-based cream to prevent cracking and deepen the patina.
Open top
Open top with no closure; accessible but contents prone to spill-out or theft.
Material fusion
100% polyester lining paired with organic cotton exterior and leather straps.
Heritage narrative
1840 founding of Simons, a fifth-generation family business, predates Canada by 27 years.
Shape retention
The polyester lining reinforces the organic cotton shell, helping the tote hold its shape under loads like groceries or laptops and extending its functional life compared with an unlined cotton tote.
Price history
The tote's original price was $69 and it is now sold at $19.99, a 71% markdown that moves it from mid-tier accessory into impulse-buy range for a product combining organic cotton, leather, and branded heritage.

Product record

Title
Organic Cotton 1840 Tote Bag Our History, Our Heritage Collection
Brand
Simons
Price
69 CAD
Availability
Out of stock

Image Analysis

3 images
Organic cotton 1840 tote bag Our History, Our Heritage Collection product image (primary)
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Product

Front-facing rectangular canvas tote with two leather-look shoulder straps and centered embroidered script text on the front panel.

  • Body material and shapeRectangular tote body made of a coarse-woven canvas fabric with a soft structure and a slightly rounded flat base; top is open with no visible zipper or closure.
    1 regionx 0.12 · y 0.25 · w 0.76 · h 0.54 (high)
  • Shoulder strapsTwo narrow, rounded leather-look shoulder straps in a reddish-brown tone attached to the front panel with short vertical tabs and visible round brass rivets.
    2 regionsx 0.36 · y 0.03 · w 0.12 · h 0.45 (high); x 0.52 · y 0.03 · w 0.12 · h 0.45 (high)
  • Rivet detailsSmall round brass-colored rivets securing each strap tab to the bag; two rivets visible on each tab.
    2 regionsx 0.36 · y 0.28 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (high); x 0.62 · y 0.28 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (high)
  • Front embroideryLarge cream-colored raised embroidery in a cursive script across the mid-lower front panel, with smaller embroidered lines directly beneath it.
    1 regionx 0.28 · y 0.45 · w 0.44 · h 0.25 (high)
  • Embroidered brand scriptSimons'
    1 regionx 0.30 · y 0.44 · w 0.40 · h 0.14 (high)
  • Embroidered small-line textDEPUIS - SINCE
    1 regionx 0.40 · y 0.57 · w 0.20 · h 0.04 (high)
  • Embroidered year1840
    1 regionx 0.42 · y 0.60 · w 0.16 · h 0.07 (high)
  • Base and bottom seamSlightly visible horizontal seam line and a subtle shadow at the bottom that indicates a flat base allowing the bag to stand.
    1 regionx 0.20 · y 0.72 · w 0.60 · h 0.18 (medium)

Other

Studio-style product shot centered on a light gray background with soft even lighting and a faint cast shadow beneath the bag.

  • BackgroundUniform light gray background with no visible props or patterns.
  • ShadowSoft diffuse shadow cast on the surface directly beneath and slightly in front of the bag, indicating top-front lighting.
    1 regionx 0.30 · y 0.76 · w 0.40 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Shot compositionBag is centered vertically and horizontally, shown full-frontal with straps extended upward into the frame.

Colors

dark chocolate brown· body#3E2A2Areddish brown· straps#A4635Bcream· embroiderybrass· rivet heads
Organic cotton 1840 tote bag Our History, Our Heritage Collection product image 2
02

Product

Rectangular vertical organic-cotton tote in a dark brown fabric with two narrow leather shoulder straps attached by visible rivets and a small sewn leather square patch with printed text on the front.

  • Overall shapeTall rectangular tote bag with a flat boxed bottom and straight side seams; the bag is shown standing with slight front face curvature and soft fabric folds along the left side panel.
    1 regionx 0.06 · y 0.13 · w 0.88 · h 0.82 (high)
  • Main materialCoarse woven fabric with a matte finish, visible textile texture and small surface wrinkles that indicate a soft, unstructured body.
    1 regionx 0.10 · y 0.18 · w 0.80 · h 0.70 (high)
  • Shoulder strapsTwo narrow flat leather straps in a reddish-brown shade, each attached to the bag interior edge and visible running down the front face; straps are secured with two round metal rivets where they meet the bag.
    2 regionsx 0.36 · y 0.02 · w 0.08 · h 0.52 (high); x 0.54 · y 0.02 · w 0.07 · h 0.52 (high)
  • RivetsSmall circular brass-colored rivets (two on each visible strap tab) fastening the leather strap tabs to the bag.
    2 regionsx 0.37 · y 0.16 · w 0.04 · h 0.06 (high); x 0.56 · y 0.16 · w 0.04 · h 0.06 (high)
  • Front patchSquare sewn leather patch on the upper front center of the bag with stitched border and printed script above a small numeric line.
    1 regionx 0.49 · y 0.20 · w 0.13 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Front patch text - topSimons
    1 regionx 0.51 · y 0.22 · w 0.09 · h 0.06 (high)
  • Front patch text - bottom1840
    1 regionx 0.56 · y 0.28 · w 0.05 · h 0.03 (high)

Other

Studio product shot on a neutral light-gray background with soft shadow beneath the bag; even diffuse lighting reduces harsh reflections and shows fabric texture.

  • Background and surfaceUniform light-gray studio background and surface that meet near the lower image area; subtle soft shadow appears under the bag toward the front right.
    1 regionx 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high)
  • Shot compositionThree-quarter front view slightly from the right showing the front and right side panel; bag cropped near the top with straps extending toward the image top edge.
  • LightingSoft, even studio lighting with minimal specular highlights and gentle falloff, producing clear visibility of textile texture and sewn details.

Colors

dark brown· main fabric#4A2E2Creddish brown· leather straps#5B3D3Bwarm reddish brown· leather patch#543B3A
Organic cotton 1840 tote bag Our History, Our Heritage Collection product image 3
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Product

Close-up of the tote bag interior showing striped fabric lining, sewn rectangular brand label with printed illustration, leather shoulder straps, metal rivets, and a portion of the embroidered exterior cuff.

  • Interior liningVertical narrow pinstripe fabric lining visible inside the bag, dark brown base with slightly lighter brown thin stripes, appears smooth and slightly shiny.
    1 regionx 0.18 · y 0.08 · w 0.64 · h 0.68 (high)
  • Sewn labelRectangular white fabric label sewn to the interior pocket, contains a green printed illustration of a building and several lines of small printed text; label has a thin green rectangular border.
    1 regionx 0.40 · y 0.24 · w 0.19 · h 0.32 (high)
  • Label text - brandsimons
    1 regionx 0.43 · y 0.26 · w 0.13 · h 0.06 (high)
  • Interior pocketUpright pocket with the label sewn onto its front; pocket opening visible near center of image and aligned with lining pattern.
    1 regionx 0.36 · y 0.22 · w 0.26 · h 0.36 (high)
  • Leather shoulder strapFlat leather strap visible at top and bottom of frame, smooth finish, reddish-brown color, attached near the bag rim.
    2 regionsx 0.58 · y 0.00 · w 0.11 · h 0.24 (high); x 0.40 · y 0.78 · w 0.10 · h 0.22 (high)
  • Exterior cuff and embroideryTop exterior cuff folded inward showing dark brown fabric and a partial view of raised off-white embroidered script on the bag exterior.
  • Metal rivetsRound flat metal rivets with a warm brass finish securing the cuff and strap attachment points; several rivets visible around rim and near pocket area.
    3 regionsx 0.04 · y 0.72 · w 0.12 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.80 · y 0.06 · w 0.10 · h 0.14 (high); x 0.66 · y 0.46 · w 0.10 · h 0.12 (high)

Other

Studio close-up crop showing the bag interior with even soft lighting and a neutral light gray background; image framed tightly so only the upper portion of the bag and straps are visible.

  • Shot compositionTight close-up crop focused on the bag opening and interior pocket, top edges and strap ends are cropped by the frame.
  • BackgroundPlain light gray background with no visible texture or props.
  • Lighting and shadowsSoft, even studio lighting with gentle shadows inside the bag giving depth; highlights on leather strap and rivets.

Colors

dark chocolate brown· exterior fabric cuff#4A2D2Bdark brown with lighter brown pinstripes· interior lining#3C2C2Aoff-white· embroideryreddish brown leather· shoulder strap#734C4Cbrass· rivetswhite with green print· interior label#CAC4BEforest green print· label print

Provenance

Merchant Link
https://www.simons.ca/en/women-accessories/bags/tote-bags/organic-cotton-1840-tote-bag-our-history-our-heritage-collection--6914-221363C21?colourId=21
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