Just 6 more sleeps until Christmas! For those who are celebrating, are you ready for it yet? Christmas is a day of joyous celebration because it was when Jesus came into this world 
Present-giving and christmas tree decorating are now part of the festive season but who doesn’t like receiving a present or two? In this post maybe you can get something for your loved one! It’s no secret that I have been carrying a certain type of bag lately. More specifically, cool leather satchels from The Cambridge Satchel Company. Just click here to see all of my posts where I carry my CSC satchels!
Very classic, British-made and super funky yet old-school – these satchels which I knew about from 2010 while googling for satchels have become a firm favourite in my closet! My first bag was The Designer in Vintage Navy (14″) which was originally a collaboration between CSC x Urban Outfitters but soon became part of the CSC’s main collection due to its popularity. It had free embossing for that particular bag in the day so why not?
Currently I own 4 Cambridge Satchels (2 are embossed) and love them all! There are only 4 sizes of satchels: 15″, 14″, 13″ & 11″. For my height of 5’2″, the largest size is a little too big for me. I’ve seen the bag though and it has the biggest compartment space compared to the other 3 sizes so if you want lots of space – I suggest you get that
If you are wanting a size comparison between the 14″, 13″ and 11″ look no further!
The Designer in 14″ Vintage Navy; 13″ Cobalt Blue (Limited Edition); 11″ Silver Metallic
There is not much of a significant size if you do a direct comparison between the 11″ and 13″, or the 13″ and 14″. Only the 11″ will not have a card holder on the outer compartment as it is too small. The insides of the satchels may look narrow but I’ve stuffed a lot of things into any of these sizes before! It’s all about good stuffing
The 11-inch satchel is perfect for a handbag. Not too big, not too small. These bags make the perfect accessory from day to night! It’s also quite a dazzler. Once on a very steep escalator in the London Underground, someone below me suddenly poked me. Of course I turned around a little angry until the poker immediately said: Excuse me, where did you get your bag? Me: Oh! The Cambridge Satchel Company! Lady poker: Ahh I thought so! Is there a store? Lovely bag!
That said…
P.S: Please don’t ever poke someone who is riding a steep escalator! Someone could fall and you’d be paying for their medical bills (okay, there’s the NHS) or their “loss of income/enjoyment” and you won’t be able to get your lovely Cambridge satchel! +_+
Now the 13-inch satchel is slightly bigger than the 11″ which means you can fit more things! The outer compartment also has a card holder for you to put your namecard or to personalise
This 13-inch satchel is a collaboration between CSC and ASOS! It’s not sold anymore, and unfortunately I have not had much wear out of this one because the straps were too long (as it didn’t have enough holes on the strap). My strong dad did however, punch more holes in the strap for me a few days ago so now I see myself wearing the satchel more now as it is at a good length!
If you can see, I’ve personalised my bag with a piece of pretty flower print and placed it into the card holder! You can do the same, just insert any pretty print into it
The 14-inch satchel! I wore this so much during my Bar course that I’ve decided to let it rest a little bit in its dustbag. This satchel is actually called a “batchel” due to the handle! I love the contrasting buckle/strap/handle and this original brown colour makes the bag such a classic. I also personalised my satchel with a beautiful print in the cardholder!
There are loads more other colours that you can check out at their website:
Their Fluro/neon range was what catapulted CSC into stardom when it caught the fashion bloggers’ world by storm! Even at their newly launched store (currently still a pop-up) in Convent Garden, they have a “Bloggers’ Corner” or will be having “Bloggers events” to say their thank yous! Wished I was still in London to see the new store but had left a week earlier before they opened
If you’re still stumped on what to get someone for Christmas, then head over to their metallic section and see these gorgeous colours – they are oh so pretty for this festive season!
I’m making you spoilt for choice – check out other CSC collaborations such as with ASOS where there are satchels in matte AND patent leather. LOVE! Just note that only satchels bought from the main CSC website offer embossing
Want to find satchels for a male friend/loved one instead? CSC has done collaborations with ASOS too for a men’s range!
Have fun looking (don’t get dizzy) and have a lovely week everyone! xx
