For my 50th birthday I bought myself the full Gemini set in Almond with the teal liner. And I freaking love it. But it's spring and I don't need that much bulk all the time. I wanted something colorful that still could hold my 15" laptop, my new iPad, my FrostBuddy water bottle, my Overnight Oats, knitting, wallet, phones, miscellaneous cables, a bunch of keys, and all the other stuff I use every day as a hospital IS Support Analyst who works at 5 different hospitals in two states.

I would have loved to get another Gemini in this color, butall the pretty colors I wanted were sold out, so I decided to try this one out.

It showed up today. I love opening the box (the packing is gorgeous) and I immediately took everything from both thebig laptop satchel I had been using AND the purse I was carrying and put it all in this bag. Then I grabbed my water bottle. It fit just fine. I'm looking forward to carrying this gorgeous bag into work tomorrow. I am literally going to coordinate my clothes with it and see what kind of compliments I get. It's that beautiful. I have a lot of different bags, and this one checks all the boxes. I'm happy.

This is my 3rd white elm bag. I have the Gemini and the Luna(I gave that one to my daughter). I just wish the bags were wider. I’m a bag person I have a lot. Other than that really enjoying the bag. I just got the wallet, cosmetic bag and skye sling to add to my collection

I searched for months to find a travel/work bag that had a zipper, trolley sleeve, could fit under the plane seat, and didn’t look frumpy. I could not be more obsessed with this bag! Gorgeous doesn’t even begin to describe. My 13” laptop and its carry case fit in the sleeve comfortably. There are tons of pockets without it being overkill. It fits over my shoulder just fine with the handle drop. I didn’t miss a front pocket (I was worried) and stashed my phone in the outer side pocket just fine. If you were like me, stop the endless searching and get this bag. You will be so glad you did!

I already own 1 Gemini, 2 Gemini minis, 1 Aquila, 2 Starlas, 2 Aras, 1 Skye sling bag, 2 cosmetic pouches, and 2 XL straps. I have also bought a Gemini mini and an Ara for my mom and plan to do the same for my boyfriend’s mom. To say that I love White Elm is an understatement. I preach about them everywhere I go and now a few friends have bought them too. I have read some great stories about the Nylon collection so I thought I would try the black nylon Aquila and Skye. These are hands down my two absolutely favorite pieces!!! Now if I could only get White Elm to make a Carina and Starla in black nylon with that beautiful shimmery gold lining, I would be elated! One thing I must add is that opening packages from White Elm puts the biggest smile on my face as their packaging is truly special.

I did a good bit of research before I made the decision to puraxhse my Aquila, and I’m so glad I did. This bag is absolute perfection and perfect for toting around everything I need for work! I’ve had a ton of compliments and I definitely want to purchase the Ara!

This is my second purchase from White Elm…and I’m never disappointed! This sand color is a classic and it’s smooth as butter. I received compliments and gave the website out as a reference point. I thank you White Elm

The Aquila is my first but definitely not my last White Elm Bag. I was impressed before my order arrived, customer service caught an error I made when placing the order and reached out to confirm my color preference. Just two days later I had this gorgeous spacious bag that fits all my MomBoss necessities! Love love love

4 years ago I bought this bag because I needed a work bag. I have the brown with blue interior. Back then there were fewer options! I've used it every working day the last 4 years. And even has continued into the evening a couple times to the occasional evening college classes. And even a couple weekend getaways. It carries my lunch and snacks, laptop, planner, glasses, water, pens, textbook, everything and anything in between a girl can take to work. I actually have had it so long I WANT to buy a NEW bag (White Elm of course)... but this one still looks amazing! Has some interior staining from pens and things... standard wear really. There is extremely minor wear and tear on the handles (pictured). But... I've been using it every day for FOUR YEARS. I even recently had someone ask me where I got my "new" bag from (for some reason they'd never seen it and it looked new!). Uhmmm... yea, it's 4 years old. Check out White Elm. Buy the bag. 4 years, 52 weeks a year, 5 days a week...looking at 1,040+ days worth of use and growing. I hope one day I can justify buying a new one for work... or maybe I need one for travel?!... Need to work on my girl math...

The best tote I’ve ever had! Plenty of storage and very stylish! In love with it!

This bag is gorgeous! The color is spot on! Looks even better in person!

I bought the Aquila tote in the color sand. I got the ultimate bundle. So I got all the little bags that come with it at hold everything I need for work it feels well made and I love the color.

This bag is damn near perfect! I gave it 5 stars but due to my hang ups it’s closer to 4.5 stars but technically still worth the 5 star rating.

Where do I start?! Well the color! The almond is beautiful and the teal lining is vibrant and makes it easy to see what’s inside.

I have been using the Almond Aquila since August and I LOVE this bag! I work in a home based environment (I travel to people’s homes) so, my bag literally is like carrying my work desk. I carry ANYTHING I may need during my work day. Since I started my career I have been struggling to find a bag that could do it all and zip closed with all that I need to carry.

Aquila is it! She is a stellar side kick to my daily travels. Heavy…yes but it’s my traveling desk. If you carry a ton like I do I highly recommend snagging a padded strap that is offered as an accessory.

My hang ups?…

The strap drop… I’m not a small girl nor is this a small bag. A 10” drop isn’t enough space. It’s a tight fit and uncomfortable with the amount of things I carry in my bag. I can never use them but the included long strap works wonderfully.

The padded sleeve snap closure it does its job totally. But I just received my first Carina and I opted for the extended closure and it is something I totally wish my almond Aquila had the option for it.

A front pocket- I debate if this is a true hang up because it’s not necessary no not really but I a part of me thinks it would be great to have but again space wise I don’t know if it is suitable or necessary.

My photos just about speak for themselves. Aquila is a work horse of a bag. It can carry my laptop-which I typically don’t unless I am traveling to my agency’s office. But my yearly paper planner, 4 month daily planner, laptop, notebook, Kindle, pens, power bank and cords, my emergency kit, wallet and other basic needs fit in this beauty! But let’s not forget the superior outer pockets for your water bottle/coffee tumbler! I carry both almost all the time and it was a big part of a selling point for me since they typically take up a lot of space in any bag I would carry.

If you need to carry a lot of things on the daily this bag is all sorts of amazing!

Love this bag, I was able to fit everything in it and not worry about it holding up to what I have in it!

My first day taking this bag to work I got caught in a terrible rainstorm. I had to walk 2 blocks to my car. The bag held up beautifully and kept all of my things protected. And I was hands free to hold my umbrella! Best purchase ever!

It is beautiful and spacious.

I just got it the quality is amazing I love the bag and the teal inside color. Perfect size lots of storage.

I just fell in love with this bag the first time I saw it! It’s very functional for me, and it can hold a lot. Great buy!