Uploaded September 2025 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
The Toteme has been one of the most requested bags to review. Is it worth the €1,000 price tag or just luxury hype? In this video, we examine its design, craftsmanship, and leather quality, uncovering the surprises hidden inside. Stick around to see the Toteme tote in a whole new light.
Read the blog here: tannerleatherstein.com/post/toteme
TITLE: I Can’t Believe Toteme Charges €1,000 for THIS?!
DISCLAIMER: This is an UNSPONSORED review. I purchased all of these products myself and am not affiliated with the brand mentioned in any way. All statements and expressions made about the products are solely the opinion of Tanner Leatherstein and are not meant to be conclusive or definitive. The purpose of this video is for informational and educational purposes only. We recommend that as a consumer, you exercise your due diligence and research on the products before adopting the opinion of Tanner Leatherstein.
NOTE: The labor cost is based on the complexity of the design of the product and is a “guesstimate” of the labor cost we think we’ll incur if we were to make the same products in our workshop. It is not based on the time it takes for the brand to finish the product.
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CHAPTERS/TIMESTAMPS
0:00 – Toteme Belted Leather Tote: Worth €1,000?
Initial impressions and pricing critique.
0:14 – First Impressions: Interior & Material
Microfiber interior, bag size vs. website, and touch feel.
0:59 – Unboxing & First Impressions
Size of the bag, packaging, and first impressions.
1:11 - Design Evaluation
Design simplicity and average score for aesthetics.
1:52 – Craftsmanship Breakdown
Stitching, edge paint, and craftsmanship assessment.
2:25 – Structure Test
Semi-structured with metal support for shape.
2:34 – Hardware Analysis
Zinc-alloy with decent coating; above-average for this price range.
3:07 – Leather Quality Test
Top grain leather, finish, protection, and feel for connoisseurs.
3:54 – Leather & Material Usage
Estimated leather square footage and production cost.
4:19 – Pricing Analysis
Brand pricing, net sales income, and price multiplier insight.
4:55 – Packaging vs. Material Quality
Shipping size critique and recommendations for brand improvements.
5:18 – Final Thoughts & Viewer Engagement
Overall impression, value for design lovers, and call for next brand suggestions.
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PRODUCTS FEATURED:
Belted grained-leather tote black: int.toteme.com/products/belted-tote-black-grain
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SHOP LINK FOR MY BRAND
PEGAI (Buy our good-quality finished leather goods): pegai.com/.
- You may also buy them on Etsy: etsy.com/shop/PEGAI.
ATELIER PEGAI: atelierpegai.com
STOW LONDON: stowlondon.co.uk
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SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS
Follow me on my social media pages where I post content regularly.
TikTok: tiktok.com/@tanner.leatherstein
Instagram: instagram.com/tanner.leatherstein
Facebook: facebook.com/tanner.leatherstein1
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BRAND REVIEWS PLAYLISTS
Wallet Reviews: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP7Et-RLMPW8XE8IVaUjnBca6QFg1W2ZA
Bag Reviews: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP7Et-RLMPW9XhH4rrAYrNorYgqKl9WwN
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OTHER HELPFUL YOUTUBE PLAYLISTS
YouTube Shorts (Watch leather tips and tricks in less than a minute): youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP7Et-RLMPW_VFYDZvwatoi-Vdhc_IaKY
Leather Savvy (Learn more tips and tricks about leather to help you save money): youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP7Et-RLMPW-HURqFOCDWahDgIR56eedQ
20/20 of Leather Savviness (Learn more about the four phases you should consider before buying leather goods): youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP7Et-RLMPW-ys9p_c9CCw1btr9encOdT
Most viewed leather videos (Helpful and more entertaining content that viewers really loved): youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP7Et-RLMPW_FeEWPZwfFTG63_9r8cWwv
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HOW TO CONTACT:
You may contact me on any of my social media accounts above or send me an email at tanner@pegai.com.
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#toteme #isitworthit #tannerleatherstein
The Toteme has been one of the most requested bags to review. Is it worth the €1,000 price tag or just luxury hype? In this video, we examine its design, craftsmanship, and leather quality, uncovering the surprises hidden inside. Stick around to see the Toteme tote in a whole new light.
Read the blog here: tannerleatherstein.com/post/toteme
TITLE: I Can’t Believe Toteme Charges €1,000 for THIS?!
DISCLAIMER: This is an UNSPONSORED review. I purchased all of these products myself and am not affiliated with the brand mentioned in any way. All statements and expressions made about the products are solely the opinion of Tanner Leatherstein and are not meant to be conclusive or definitive. The purpose of this video is for informational and educational purposes only. We recommend that as a consumer, you exercise your due diligence and research on the products before adopting the opinion of Tanner Leatherstein.
NOTE: The labor cost is based on the complexity of the design of the product and is a “guesstimate” of the labor cost we think we’ll incur if we were to make the same products in our workshop. It is not based on the time it takes for the brand to finish the product.
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CHAPTERS/TIMESTAMPS
0:00 – Toteme Belted Leather Tote: Worth €1,000?
Initial impressions and pricing critique.
0:14 – First Impressions: Interior & Material
Microfiber interior, bag size vs. website, and touch feel.
0:59 – Unboxing & First Impressions
Size of the bag, packaging, and first impressions.
1:11 - Design Evaluation
Design simplicity and average score for aesthetics.
1:52 – Craftsmanship Breakdown
Stitching, edge paint, and craftsmanship assessment.
2:25 – Structure Test
Semi-structured with metal support for shape.
2:34 – Hardware Analysis
Zinc-alloy with decent coating; above-average for this price range.
3:07 – Leather Quality Test
Top grain leather, finish, protection, and feel for connoisseurs.
3:54 – Leather & Material Usage
Estimated leather square footage and production cost.
4:19 – Pricing Analysis
Brand pricing, net sales income, and price multiplier insight.
4:55 – Packaging vs. Material Quality
Shipping size critique and recommendations for brand improvements.
5:18 – Final Thoughts & Viewer Engagement
Overall impression, value for design lovers, and call for next brand suggestions.
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PRODUCTS FEATURED:
Belted grained-leather tote black: int.toteme.com/products/belted-tote-black-grain
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SHOP LINK FOR MY BRAND
PEGAI (Buy our good-quality finished leather goods): pegai.com/.
- You may also buy them on Etsy: etsy.com/shop/PEGAI.
ATELIER PEGAI: atelierpegai.com
STOW LONDON: stowlondon.co.uk
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SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS
Follow me on my social media pages where I post content regularly.
TikTok: tiktok.com/@tanner.leatherstein
Instagram: instagram.com/tanner.leatherstein
Facebook: facebook.com/tanner.leatherstein1
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BRAND REVIEWS PLAYLISTS
Wallet Reviews: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP7Et-RLMPW8XE8IVaUjnBca6QFg1W2ZA
Bag Reviews: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP7Et-RLMPW9XhH4rrAYrNorYgqKl9WwN
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OTHER HELPFUL YOUTUBE PLAYLISTS
YouTube Shorts (Watch leather tips and tricks in less than a minute): youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP7Et-RLMPW_VFYDZvwatoi-Vdhc_IaKY
Leather Savvy (Learn more tips and tricks about leather to help you save money): youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP7Et-RLMPW-HURqFOCDWahDgIR56eedQ
20/20 of Leather Savviness (Learn more about the four phases you should consider before buying leather goods): youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP7Et-RLMPW-ys9p_c9CCw1btr9encOdT
Most viewed leather videos (Helpful and more entertaining content that viewers really loved): youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP7Et-RLMPW_FeEWPZwfFTG63_9r8cWwv
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HOW TO CONTACT:
You may contact me on any of my social media accounts above or send me an email at tanner@pegai.com.
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#toteme #isitworthit #tannerleatherstein
