This has become my travel bag. It easily fits my tablet, e-reader, pen-and-paper planner, cell phone, charging cables, water bottle, sunglasses, earbuds, and a book or two, with room to spare. I love that the back slip pocket converts into a luggage sleeve. I don't like to carry around my laptop if I can avoid it, so I prefer the smaller Carina over the Gemini and the Aquila. I also have no need for a backpack, so I got this over the Gemini Mini. I really like how the Aqua lining contrasts to the Almond exterior, and finally, the keyring is a nice touch.

Love my bag, she’s sturdy and durable for work and home when I take her everywhere! The taupe color is so beautiful, the pictures don’t do any justice for her! Love the key holder inside. And all the pockets and sections are useful for me and just love this gorgeous tote!

I have a Gemini mini and I have loved it and used it for a long time, for me. I'm a certified bag lady so I'm always getting a new purse. I came back to my Gemini many times though. I only gave it up because in the summer I have to walk a little further to work because of summer beach parking. So I try to carry less in general around that time. Well, Labor Day is right around the corner so soon I will not have to walk as far and I'll have more down time at work so I'll need to bring my book with me (can't wait)
Time for a new bag and I selected Carina.
She's just as beautiful as the Gemini. I got the coffee brown color and it's gorgeous. A rich, chocolate, coffee brown. Perfect for any time but especially fall.
It's got all the same pockets as the Gemini mini, just a little more compact, which is exactly what I wanted. I don't think this will impact my ability to carry everything but the kitchen sink but I like that it's just a little more compact than the Gemini. It's taller as well which I find nice. At times I wished my Gemini was maybe a bit deeper. I'm not sure if the side pockets will fit a large tumbler/water bottle, just eyeing it. But I usually just use these pockets for stuff like canned or bottled drinks and those will definitely fit.
This is the first time as well that I've gotten one of the newer style bags that have the back pocket/luggage sleeve as well and I'm happy to have another pocket.

The bag itself is very well made. Sturdy, beautiful stitching, soft and supple. It has a "new" smell but it's not gross by any means. Like fresh fabric or something. Hard to explain but it just smells *new* lol. All the hardware is beautiful and quality. Straps are a great length.

Overall I'm so pleased and can't wait to use this bag probably all fall and winter. Maybe I'll treat myself to a coral one in the spring (because I really wanted that color too!!)

You can't go wrong with these bags. They are beautiful and well worth the price, and the price is nowhere NEAR what other bags go for (and some at questionable or noticeably worse quality as well.)

If you're on the fence just get one!

This is my third (technically Fourth) bag (Gemini Mini was too big and the Luna was too small/had a tear, I still have my Ara) and I feel like I’ve finally got it right! Size is just right and the strap length is perfect! Just wish it had the backpack straps! Love the amount of pockets and so much storage! It even has a pocket that converts to a luggage sleeve! If you’re a mom on the go (working mom especially) this is the bag you need! The quality is superb.

Yay, I always hoped White Elm would make a tote that was gorgeous, functional and a bit lighter than the Gemini or Aquila bags I have and love, the lavender Carina brings all that and more!

This is my third White Elm bag and I LOVE it ♥️ These are amazing, stylish, practical, and high quality bags! I'm obsessed and so glad I found this company.

Love all my bags from White Elm!

Carina Tote Bag - Black

This is my second bag in 4 months. I purchased the Gemini and that bag is large. It can carry everything plus the kitchen sink. I wanted something smaller and spent time deciding. I’m glad I went with Carina over the Gemini mini. This purse is it! I bought it in brown, I plan on getting 2 more colors.