Empire Carryall

by Coach

premium

Trend Summary

Directly taps into the utility trend, offering a spacious and practical solution for work and travel without sacrificing style.

Key Features

Large capacity
Functional design
Durable construction

Featured In

Who What Wear

The Zoe Report

Elle (US Edition)

Harper's BAZAAR (US Edition)

Product Specifications

Product Type

Tote / Carryall

Exterior Material

Full-grain Italian Calfskin or Vegetable-Tanned Leather

Lining Material

Bonded leather or microfiber suede lining

Hardware Material

Custom-designed Palladium or light gold-plated solid brass

Hardware Components

High-polish smooth-gliding metal zipper (e.g., Riri), magnetic tab closure for front section

Shape

Architectural, sharp, elongated silhouette with a reinforced, self-standing base

Stitching

Fine, high-density tonal stitching with hand-painted or burnished edges

Handles

Sculptural, rolled top handles with custom attachment points

Strap

Detachable and adjustable flat leather strap with refined custom hardware

Compartments

Three main sections: one central zip compartment, two open sections. Includes a padded sleeve for a 13" laptop/tablet.

Pockets

Includes a removable zippered pouch (can be used as a clutch), interior key leash with clip

Dimensions (Approx.)

Width: 38 cm, Height: 20 cm, Depth: 14 cm

Care

Entrust to a leather specialist

Differentiation Strategy

Embraces a "quiet luxury" ethos by using superior, full-grain leathers and focusing on craftsmanship details like hand-painted edges instead of overt branding.

Elevates the design with custom-designed, jewelry-like hardware and a premium bonded leather or suede-lined interior, creating a distinct and luxurious user experience.

Increases value and functionality by incorporating a removable zippered pouch that can be used as a separate clutch and a dedicated padded tech sleeve.

Success Replication

Builds upon the successful elongated "East-West" shape, refining it with more architectural lines to appeal to a luxury sensibility.

Retains the dual-carry functionality with top handles and a detachable strap, recognizing this versatility as a key driver of the original's success.

Keeps a highly organized, multi-section interior as a core feature, ensuring the bag remains exceptionally practical for the modern professional.