The New Totême Mercer Bag Combines Quiet Luxury With a Downtown Cool Edge

Founded in Stockholm in 2014, Totême’s vision is clear and concise. Described as a singular aesthetic, the brand has defined its DNA to reflect distinct designs and meticulous craftsmanship, offering pieces that transcend seasons and defy trends.

Though the brand is not new to the luxury game, its bags relatively are, having launched at the perfect time, in 2022, just before the quiet luxury aesthetic burst onto the fashion scene. Almost immediately, its bags were embraced by those in the know, amassing a cult following and becoming a favorite among celebs, influencers, and fashion insiders alike.

Totême’s Bags Become a Quiet Luxury Favorite

Its T-Lock Bag was one of the breakout stars of the quiet luxury trend, with the brand eventually expanding upon the T-Lock family to include new sizes, fabrications, and silhouettes, including an ultra-popular clutch style. The bag’s popularity catapulted Totême’s bags to success, beloved for the same clean aesthetic and distinct DNA as the brand’s ready-to-wear.

This season, the Totême bag family expands with the brand-new Mercer bag, which combines the brand’s quietly luxe appeal with a unique, contemporary edge. The result? A cool bag that feels innovative and fresh, but timeless just the same—a balance that is incredibly hard to strike in the oversaturated world of luxury bags.

Meet the New Mercer Bag

Taking its name from the label’s New York City flagship on Mercer Street, the contemporary top-handle tote is said to be inspired by the edgy codes of a moto-style biker jacket.

The bag’s structured shape is defined by its sculptural leather panels and silver rivets. Like the lining of a well-made leather jacket, the interior features a bold pop of red, though the suede versions feature a tonal lining.

The new Mercer tote arrives in small and large sizes, in both smooth leather and soft suede. Prices are $1,990 for the small and $2,390 for the large. Discover more and shop the new Mercer bag via Totême.