Guides

East-west bags: what the long, narrow shape is, and how to carry one

An east-west bag is one that is much wider than it is tall, usually about twice as wide or more, so it lies along the body instead of hanging down...

Czarna skórzana torebka Josefine z krótkim uchwytem i zamkiem w kształcie litery V

A Christmas gift for your mum: a leather bag or pouch chosen by what she carries

Choose a Christmas gift for your mum by what she carries every day, not by a guess about her style. Glasses, a purse and keys call for a mid-size bag...

Wąski czarny skórzany pasek damski Diane z prostokątną klamrą

Small leather gifts for her: a belt, a pouch, a bag charm and a gift card

A small gift for her is a piece with no size to guess that she uses every day: a narrow leather belt, a zip pouch or a bag charm. Ours...

Czarna skórzana torebka Object №03 Medium z krótkim uchwytem i złotą blaszką na pasku

A leather anniversary gift for your wife: the third-year tradition, and a bag for any year

In many wedding anniversary lists the third anniversary is leather, so a leather bag fits the tradition and is used every day. For an anniversary, choose a bag she would...

Mała czarna skórzana torebka Sophie w kształcie pudełka na cienkim pasku

A St Nicholas' Day gift for your girlfriend: a small bag, a belt or a charm in three budgets

For St Nicholas' Day, give your girlfriend something small she can use straight away: a bag charm (€35), a narrow leather belt or a pouch (€130–200), or a small leather...

Czarna skórzana torebka hobo Josefine z zamkiem w kształcie litery V

The hobo bag: what it is, slouchy or structured, and which handle drop to choose

A hobo bag is a soft shoulder bag with a rounded top that dips slightly in the middle when you carry it. It usually has one handle or strap and...

Duża czarna skórzana torba Carolyn Large na laptopa

A laptop bag for women: which leather bag fits 13, 14 and 16 inches

Choose a laptop bag by the width of the laptop, not the size of its screen. Measure the closed laptop and add 4–5 cm: a 13" laptop needs a bag...

Czarna skórzana torebka bagietka Cecilie

The baguette bag: what it is, how to wear it and which size to choose

A baguette bag is a long, low, flat bag on a short strap or handle, worn high under the arm, the way you would carry a French loaf. Most are...

A clutch for a wedding, New Year’s Eve and carnival season: what fits and how to choose

You choose a clutch for a wedding or New Year’s Eve by two things: what needs to fit inside and whether you want your hands free. For a phone, keys,...

What our guides cover

Here are six Poelle guides on choosing a leather bag and caring for it. We write them with the real dimensions of our bags, so you can see what fits where: a laptop, a tablet, a wallet, or just a phone and keys.

If you are choosing a shape, start with bag types and sizes explained. How to choose a leather tote for work covers laptops, weight and handles. Leather or suede explains how each material wears and how to clean it. The everyday black leather bag helps you pick one bag for your whole wardrobe. A leather bag as a gift is about size, color and returns. What is a quiet luxury bag lists what to check before you buy: edges, stitching, lining and hardware.

All guides are written by Olesiia Darii.

Questions

How do I know if my laptop will fit?

Bag types and sizes lists the dimensions of every model and what goes inside. For example, the Carolyn Tote Large takes a 16-inch laptop.

How do I care for a suede bag?

Brush it gently with a soft brush and keep it away from water. More in the leather or suede guide and on our care page.

Can I return a bag?

Yes. You have 30 days from delivery to return an unused piece in its original packaging. Every Poelle piece also has a 1-year warranty from the day of delivery. See the returns policy.