This year is my first ever year as a teacher. I went from being a stay at home mom for 10+ years to teaching third grade. This past summer I was on the hunt for a bag that would fit all of my needs (at least what I thought I would need as I really didn’t have a solid idea). I also wanted something that wouldn’t have to be replaced every few months. Here we are with only three weeks left of school and I have used my Gemini every single school day. I put my laptop, books, pens, water, papers that I need to grade along with the teacher guides, gifts from students, extra clothes when I want to utilize our school walking trail after dismissal, and anything else I have ever needed it for. I have never not been able to fit what I needed. I have gotten countless compliments on my bag. I love love love the color. (I got camel with teal inside). My ONLY complaint (and this is not even a real one lol) is that it still looks brand spanking new, no scratches, no wear and tear, nothing at all, so if I wanted a different color to mix things up, I have no real logical reason or justification to buy one because the one I have and have used every day for a year looks like the day I took it out of it’s box. Buy this bag. It’s everything you want, I promise! These photos are of my bag right now. I am currently grading things so almost everything I put in it daily is not currently in it. This is just to show you it’s condition after major consistent use. Five stars is not enough.

Omg, I love this bag, first of all the quality is out of this world.
I have never had a silkier, smoother bag.
At first, I wasn't sure I like it because I never bought a Silver bag, but as I use it everyday the color just grew on me.
Its very Spacious and it fits any and everything that I want to carry.

My first choice of color was sold out but still extremely happy with the dusty rose/pink. Almost everything I fit in my work backpack has fit in the bag, from my laptop, portable side monitor, notebook, charger, electronics bag, water bottle, glasses, hand lotion, hand Sani and more!

First time traveling with the Skye Sling in Orchid Pink and it exceeded expectations. I have a iPhone 16 plus with a slim silicone case and it fits in the back magnetic pocket. The phone is a little big for it so the magnet doesn’t close all the way, but the phone is snug and secure in the back pocket. The two upper pockets inside above the built in wallet fit cards in RFID sleeves with ease. I carry 2 Auvi-Q EpiPens, a rescue inhaler, and chewable Benadryl. All which fit into the main internal 2 compartments. On the front zippered pocket, I have topical Benadryl cream and it does not make the bag bulge. I am very impressed that it can fit all my necessary emergency meds in such a compact form. Perfect for travel and amusement parks. I love it!

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.

I have never really splurged on a bag for myself but I really needed something good for work. I am absolutely in LOVE with this bag! It’s soft and functional and pretty. I’ve shown it to everyone who stands still long enough for me to bring it up. This definitely will not be my last purchase.

I’ve been looking for a good weekender bag for a while now as my old one was too small for most trips, but I hadn’t found one I really liked. When I saw this one I jumped on it as I have lots of other bags from this brand and they’re all really functional and pretty. I love it! I can fit my toiletry case in there, a few pairs of flat shoes and plenty of clothes. Personally I could travel a week out of this bag as I’m a light packer. I just wish it came in more colors! I hope to see it in the caramel color to match my other bags!

The Seafoam Ara is my second Ara Crossbody Clutch Handbag and it's my new go to makeup bag that I carry inside my Gemini and Gemini Mini bags! It holds all my feminine items that I need when I travel. It's also a perfect clutch/crossbody for quick errands or dinner out (holding only my essentials) without the need to take my large bags inside everywhere! I love the vegan leather feel and the colors White Elm has are so vibrant! I'm now starting to collect Ara's!!! Can't wait for another color!

I'm so EXCITED that White Elm launched the large sized Vera Wallet! The Heather Purple is a glamorous spring color! I'm obsessed with it! This wallet is super sleek, light weight, and the clutch option is perfect for a quick grab and go from my gemini mini bag. Super happy and thrilled with my purchase!!!!

I had plans on buying a Gemini Mini in Coffee, but the day before making that purchase, the new Spring colors came out. The new Cabo color is absolutely my favorite color and I can’t stop looking at this bag. Love the tan straps too. This is my second Gemini Mini, so I know I love it.

My pictures will tell it all..how much I love White Elm. In a few short months….here is my collection ! And I am waiting for the PLUM Gemini to come back! Love. Love Love. Lisa M

Absolutely would recommend this bag to anyone who wants versatility. I take the Gemini to work, graduate school, and day trips. It fits all of the various necessities with ease, whether that be my 16inch MacBook Pro, full size clipboard folder, another small bag, my 40oz water bottle, or other trinkets I find. I ordered the XL straps just because I like my backpack style a bit looser than what the regular straps offer as a plus size girly. I am so excited to get that 😍

The Heather Purple from the 2025 spring collection is stunning. It's a light shade of purple that will go beautifully with neutral spring colors like grey, taupe, cream, and ivory. One attached photo is the Carina Tote Bag and Maia Cosmetic Bag in Heather Purple. The Carina has pockets and sleeves for perfect organization. The other photo is the Carina in Heather Purple next to the Gemini Backpack in Dusty Rose, another stunning spring color. The Gemini Backpack is larger, perfect as a work bag to carry a laptop, files, and a lot more. The feel of the leather is so soft and smooth. The inside lining in both bags is gorgeous and silky smooth. Just love White Elm!

Love the extra length for the backpack Strap!

I love the XL Strap. I use it for the backpack straps for my Gemini’s. I have ordered severed several as I have several Gemini’s. I have fallen in love with White Elm’s products. The Gemini in particular has really helped make carrying all of my stuff easier on my body.