Le 31
Pebbled Faux-Leather Messenger Bag
This Le 31 by Simons messenger bag is a crossbody bag made from recycled polyester coated in polyurethane with a pebbled faux-leather look. It offers dual compartments, a magnetic snap flap closure, an internal zip pocket and slit pocket, and an adjustable fabric crossbody strap. The bag measures 11 by 14 by 4 inches (28 by 36 by 10 cm) and has an olive-green fabric interior.
- Material
- Polyester made from recycled plastic bottles, coated in polyurethane
- Category
- Luggage & Bags > Messenger Bags
Specifications
Pebbled faux-leather messenger bag with double-compartment design, flap magnetic closure, and adjustable crossbody strap. Made from recycled polyester.
Flap closure with magnetic buttons; Double-compartment design; Zip pocket and slit pocket inside; Adjustable crossbody strap
- Material
- Polyester made from recycled plastic bottles, coated in polyurethane
- Secondary
- polyurethane
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Dimensions
- 14x4x11 in
- Category
- Luggage & Bags > Messenger Bags
Additional Attributes
- Recycled polyester material
- Double-compartment design
- Zip pocket interior
- Slit pocket interior
Product Insights
Le 31's Pebbled Faux-Leather Messenger Bag, exclusive to Simons and designed in Canada, offers an eco-conscious carry solution: its rPET shell and lining reduce energy and CO₂ by 50–70% while matching ballistic nylon in tear strength. The magnetic closure enables quiet, one-handed access, and the pebbled PU coating provides a soft feel and light water resistance, though its lifespan is 2–5 years. At 125 CAD, it undercuts Timbuk2 Classic but costs more than Bugatti Contrast. The compact 11×14×4 inch body fits a 13-inch laptop (separate sleeve required) and daily essentials in two compartments with zip and slit pockets, but omits a padded laptop sleeve and water bottle sleeve to maintain its slim silhouette. This bag's core promise is sustainable durability with a classic look, traded against limited capacity and coating longevity.
Verified claims
- Exclusivity
- Le 31 is Simons' house brand; the bag is designed in Canada and exclusive to Simons.
- Closure
- Magnetic closure enables quiet, self-aligning, one-handed operation.
- Environmental impact
- rPET fabric cuts energy use by 50–60% and CO₂ by 50–70%.
- Tear strength
- Tear strength matches 900D to 1600D ballistic nylon.
- Coating performance
- PU coating adds softness and water resistance; lifespan 2–5 years.
- Capacity
- Fits a 13-inch laptop (separate sleeve required) and daily items, but not heavy loads.
- Material
- Recycled PET shell and lining with PU coating; water-resistant against light rain, typical lifespan 2–5 years.
- Value
- At 125 CAD, it costs less than a Timbuk2 Classic but more than a Bugatti Contrast.
- Interior
- Double-compartment design with zip and slit pockets; no padded laptop sleeve or water bottle sleeve.
- Feel
- Pebbled PU coating is softer and more flexible than PVC, with a matte, slightly textured handfeel.
- Lifespan
- PU coating typically lasts 2–5 years with moderate use and 4–6 years with occasional use; the recycled-polyester shell's tear strength is on par with ballistic nylon.
- Water resistance
- PU coating sheds light rain; clean with damp cloth and mild soap only.
- Cleaning
- Clean with a damp cloth and mild soap; do not machine wash or soak.
- Laptop size
- Fits a 13-inch laptop.
- Laptop protection
- No padded sleeve; requires a protective case for laptop safety.
- Strap adjustability
- Adjustable strap fits most body types comfortably
- Compartment separation
- Two compartments separate a laptop, lunch, and water bottle.
- Internal pockets
- Internal zip and slit pockets organize small items.
- Silhouette
- The compact 11×14×4 inch body is deliberately maintained by omitting a padded laptop sleeve and limiting interior pockets.
- Footprint comparison
- The Le 31's 11" x 14" x 4" footprint is more compact than the L.L.Bean Wharf Street and slightly slimmer than the Bugatti Contrast, making it a streamlined fashion-oriented messenger rather than a maximum-capacity workhorse.
Product record
- Title
- Pebbled Faux-Leather Messenger Bag
- Brand
- Le 31
- Price
- 125 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 11 sourcesProduct comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Pebbled Faux-Leather Messenger Bag: Choose this if you want an animal-free messenger bag with practical everyday organization: its pebbled faux-leather shell is polyester made from recycled plastic bottles with a polyurethane coating, and it has a double-compartment design, a zip pocket and slit pocket inside, plus a flap closure with magnetic buttons. It suits commuters who prefer a compact crossbody carry, measuring 11 inches high by 14 inches long by 4 inches wide, with an adjustable wide fabric strap and silver metal hardware. Note it is a soft-structured bag with a slightly fuller base and gentle folds near the bottom corners rather than a rigid silhouette, and this listing covers a single one-size variant in black.[2,3,4] | Asymmetric-Pocket Messenger Bag: Choose this if you want a compact messenger bag (10 inches high by 13 inches long by 3 inches deep, one size) in pebbled faux leather with an adjustable crossbody strap, a magnetic flap over a zip-top main compartment, inner pockets, and magnetic-button pockets front and back plus a small front zip pouch. Note that its shell is polyurethane — one listing describes the pebbled material as polyester made from recycled plastic bottles coated in polyurethane — and its front exterior slip pocket is described as shallow in a product-photo review.[1,5,6] | Silver-Clip Recycled Nylon Messenger Bag: Choose this if you want a Canadian-designed messenger bag made from recycled nylon with a lining of recycled plastic bottles, offered in one size and Black or Brown. Its 17 inch width, 10 inch height, and 5 inch depth, plus a zipped main compartment, interior zip pocket, magnetic-flap side pockets, and a large zipped back pocket suit everyday carry and organization. Note that its adjustable crossbody strap is one option to consider, and its smooth, matte nylon exterior has been observed to show light creasing on the flap and front panel.[7,8,9,10,11] |
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Front-facing black pebbled faux-leather messenger bag with a top flap, visible lower seam, and a wide adjustable fabric shoulder strap crossing the front; silver metal strap hardware is visible.
- Overall shapeRectangular messenger silhouette with a large front flap that covers the full front panel and slightly rounded lower corners.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.36 · w 0.88 · h 0.57 (high) - Exterior material and texturePebbled grain finish on a black faux-leather surface visible across the flap and front body.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.38 · w 0.84 · h 0.40 (high) - Flap edge stitchingSingle-line topstitching runs along the flap edge and along a horizontal seam where the lower front panel meets the flap.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.56 · w 0.80 · h 0.12 (high) - Lower panel shapingLower front panel is a separate piece with a visible seam and a slightly fuller base giving soft structure and gentle folds near the bottom corners.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.66 · w 0.84 · h 0.28 (high) - Shoulder strap materialWide flat black fabric strap with a matte finish draped diagonally across the front.
1 region
x 0.37 · y 0.18 · w 0.50 · h 0.70 (high) - Adjuster hardwareRectangular silver metal slider on the strap used for length adjustment.
1 region
x 0.70 · y 0.18 · w 0.12 · h 0.12 (high) - Side attachment hardwareSilver metal D-ring or swivel hook attachments visible at both upper side edges where the strap meets the bag, with small leather tabs securing the hardware.
2 regions
x 0.88 · y 0.16 · w 0.08 · h 0.16 (high); x 0.04 · y 0.45 · w 0.08 · h 0.14 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot on a light gray seamless background with even front lighting and a soft shadow beneath the bag; image is centered with substantial empty space above the bag.
- Background and lightingUniform light gray seamless background with even, soft lighting and no visible texture.
- Shadow and surfaceSoft cast shadow directly beneath the bag indicating studio overhead/front lighting and a flat horizontal surface.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.86 · w 0.72 · h 0.10 (high) - Shot compositionCentered frontal composition with the bag occupying the lower half of the frame and a diagonal strap crossing the front.
Colors
matte black· main body (faux-leather)#0E0E11matte black (strap)· shoulder strap (fabric)#121315polished silver· metal hardware#EDEDED- Overall shapeRectangular messenger silhouette with a large front flap that covers the full front panel and slightly rounded lower corners.
- 02
Product
Right-side view of a black pebbled faux-leather messenger bag showing the flap, back slip pocket seam, side panel, bottom corner and strap attachment with metal rectangular ring and stitched tab.
- Overall shapeRectangular messenger bag body with a top flap that folds over the back panel and a slightly rounded bottom corner visible at the front-right of the image.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.06 · w 0.78 · h 0.88 (high) - Exterior materialPebbled textured faux-leather surface covering the entire visible body and flap, showing small grain pattern and a low-sheen finish.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.06 · w 0.78 · h 0.88 (high) - Back slip pocketHorizontal seam near the top of the back panel indicating a shallow external slip pocket beneath the flap.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.16 · w 0.64 · h 0.12 (high) - Edge pipingNarrow piping around the flap and side panel opening providing a defined edge between panels.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.06 · w 0.45 · h 0.14 (medium) - Shoulder strap attachmentWebbed strap attached at the bag side via a stitched faux-leather tab with an X-box stitch, looped through a rectangular metal ring.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.03 · w 0.26 · h 0.30 (high) - Stitching detailVisible reinforced rectangular stitch with an X pattern on the strap tab.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.12 · w 0.10 · h 0.14 (high) - Metal hardware finishRectangular metal ring with a smooth, slightly reflective silver finish connecting the strap to the bag.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.04 · w 0.12 · h 0.16 (high)
Other
Studio product shot with neutral light gray background, even lighting, soft shadow under the bag, tight crop showing right side and strap attachment, high image clarity.
- Background and stagingFlat neutral light gray background with no props.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - LightingEven diffuse studio lighting producing soft shadows below the bag and mild highlights on the pebbled texture.
- Crop and compositionTight crop focusing on the right-side and top of the bag; left-most edge of the bag and strap extend toward the image left border.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Image qualityHigh resolution with visible fine texture and clear edge detail.
Colors
black· main body and flap#0C0D0Fsilver· metal hardware#7B7C7B- Overall shapeRectangular messenger bag body with a top flap that folds over the back panel and a slightly rounded bottom corner visible at the front-right of the image.
- 03
Product
Top-down close-up of a black pebbled faux-leather messenger bag with the front flap open, showing an olive-green fabric interior, an internal zip pocket with silver zipper, an external front patch pocket, and an adjustable black strap with metal rectangular hardware.
- Exterior materialBlack pebbled faux-leather exterior with visible texture and a low sheen.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.32 · w 0.78 · h 0.62 (high) - Front patch pocketRectangular external patch pocket on the front face, made from same black pebbled material and topstitched along edges.
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.46 · w 0.32 · h 0.18 (high) - Top flap and magnetic closuresTop flap made from the same pebbled material folded open; two circular magnetic snap impression marks visible on the flap and front body indicating magnetic closures.
2 regions
x 0.42 · y 0.04 · w 0.56 · h 0.36 (high); x 0.24 · y 0.58 · w 0.10 · h 0.08 (medium) - Interior liningOlive-green fabric lining visible inside the main compartment, with visible topstitching along the pocket edges.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.14 · w 0.56 · h 0.36 (high) - Internal zip pocketInternal zip pocket with a silver metal zipper and matching olive-green fabric tape, located along the interior rear wall.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.18 · w 0.50 · h 0.12 (high) - Shoulder strap attachmentBlack strap attached at the side with a rectangular metal D-ring style buckle in a silver finish; strap material appears to be black webbing folded into a leather-like loop at the attachment point.
1 region
x 0.73 · y 0.48 · w 0.22 · h 0.36 (high) - Top edge piping and stitchingNarrow piped edge and visible topstitching along the bag opening and flap perimeter in matching black thread.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.12 · w 0.66 · h 0.10 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot taken from a slightly elevated angle focusing on the bag interior and right-side attachment; light gray background with soft shadowing.
- Shot compositionTop-down three-quarter close-up view showing the front and interior of the bag with the flap open; cropped at lower-right where strap extends out of frame.
- Background and lightingEven neutral light gray studio background with soft, diffuse lighting and minimal harsh shadows; subtle shadow cast beneath the bag.
- Image qualitySharp focus on bag textures and hardware; no visible textural noise or blur in the main subject.
Colors
pebbled black· exterior#0E0E0Eolive green· interior lining#72725Dpolished silver· hardware#9B9B9Bblack webbing· strap#0E0E0E- Exterior materialBlack pebbled faux-leather exterior with visible texture and a low sheen.