Simons
Paisley Patchwork Quilted Tote Bag
CA$49.95CA$79.00-37%
In Stock
This cotton quilted tote bag features a paisley patchwork design in green tones with vertical quilting and piped edges. It includes a zip top closure, dual grab or shoulder handles, and an interior patch pocket. Dimensions: 10 inches high, 15.5 inches long, and 5 inches wide.
- Material
- Cotton fabric
- Gender
- unisex
- Style
- bohemian, casual
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Handbags, Wallets & Cases > Handbags
Color
Patterned Blue
Size
ONE SIZE
Specifications
Paisley patchwork quilted tote bag with zip top and shoulder handles.
Zip top closure, interior patch pocket, dual grab and shoulder handles.
- Material
- Cotton fabric
- Style
- bohemian, casual
- Gender
- unisex
- Condition
- new
- Dimensions
- 15.5x5x10 in
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Handbags, Wallets & Cases > Handbags
Additional Attributes
- Cotton fabric
- Zip top closure
- Grab or shoulder handles
- Patch pocket inside
- Paisley pattern
- Patchwork design
- Quilted construction
- 10-inch height (25.5 cm)
- 15.5-inch length (39.5 cm)
- 5-inch width (12.5 cm)
Product Insights
The Paisley Patchwork Quilted Tote Bag, a Simons exclusive, marries ancient Persian boteh heritage with 1960s boho aesthetics in a fixed, non-random patchwork design that conceals scuffs, fading, and pilling. Its quilted construction bonds three layers into a rigid, free-standing tote with a 5-inch gusset and 10-inch height, ensuring shape retention and stable shoulder carry. A zip-top provides security, while the open interior pocket offers quick access but risks spillage. At $49.95, it undercuts comparable totes like Monsoon's and Soul Flower's, though spot cleaning is required to protect the quilted cotton.
Verified claims
- Heritage
- Paisley evolves from ancient Persian boteh to 1960s boho and runway staple.
- Patchwork layout
- Patchwork pattern is a fixed design, not random scraps.
- Print durability
- Paisley patchwork print conceals scuffs and fading.
- Quilting
- Quilted stitching bonds three layers into a rigid, free-standing tote.
- Closure
- Zip-top seals the bag for security and a clean profile.
- Pattern
- Patchwork pattern is identical to product images; design is fixed, not random.
- Shape retention
- The 5-inch gusset and 10-inch height prevent bag collapse and strap stress.
- Print camouflage
- The paisley pattern hides scuffs and fading as the bag ages.
- Care
- Spot cleaning recommended; machine washing may damage the quilted cotton.
- Stand-up structure
- Stands open thanks to its 5-inch gusset and quilted structure.
- Shoulder carry
- Stable and comfortable shoulder carry due to 10-inch height and padded straps.
- Wear camouflage
- High-frequency patchwork print masks wear from scuffing and pilling.
- Value
- At $49.95, costs less than half of Monsoon's quilted tote and includes quilting that Soul Flower's flat tote lacks.
- Construction
- Quilted layers prevent seam failure, the dense print hides scuffs, and the 5-inch gusset keeps it upright and stable.
- Design
- The fixed paisley patchwork ensures consistency between bags and draws on heritage from ancient Persia to 1960s counterculture.
- Cleaning method
- Spot clean only; machine washing can shrink or damage the cotton.
- Upkeep
- The patchwork print hides scuffs, fading, and pilling, reducing the need for frequent cleaning.
- Interior pocket
- Open interior pocket allows instant access but small items can spill if bag is jostled.
Product record
- Title
- Paisley Patchwork Quilted Tote Bag
- Brand
- Simons
- Price
- 79 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
What fits inside this tote's dimensions
- The gusset matches the depth that industry guides cite as the minimum for a self-standing tote, so the bag holds its shape and stays open when set down — a practical edge over flat totes when you’re rummaging for keys or a wallet.
- Because the bag rises only 10 inches from its base, it rides close to the hip and doesn’t pendulum-swing with each step, which makes for a more stable shoulder carry than the typical 14–16-inch tall tote.
How the quilted cotton holds up over time
- The intricate blue paisley patchwork print creates a high-frequency visual texture that inherently hides light scuffing, color fading, and surface pilling — the kinds of wear that would instantly register on a solid-color tote — so the bag continues to read as fresh even as the fabric softens with age.
- The quilted stitching locks the outer fabric, batting, and inner lining together into a single structural sheet, distributing load stress across the bag's surface and preventing the inner sack from pulling away at the seams — a common failure point in unlined cotton totes where the lining can tear or bunch after months of use.
How the price compares to similar quilted totes
- At the sub-CA$50 level, many patchwork totes such as the Soul Flower Carry It All ($32 USD) rely entirely on fabric mixing without quilting — the Simons bag adds diamond-stitch quilting that gives it a structured, padded presence, trading the flat-lay look for a softer, more elevated silhouette at a similar spend.
- The Simons bag at CA$49.95 comes in at less than half the original price of the Monsoon London Ines Floral Patchwork Quilted Tote (€72 / ~CA$108), yet both share a quilted cotton construction, zip-top closure, and patchwork design language — making the Simons offer a visibly more affordable way to tap the same boho quilted-tote trend.
Paisley's bohemian roots and fashion meaning
- Paisley originated as the boteh or buta in ancient Persia, a sacred motif resembling a cypress tree that symbolized life, eternity, and resilience — carrying this on a bag layers millennia-old spiritual meaning onto a modern accessory, elevating it beyond a generic print.
- Paisley became so intertwined with 1960s psychedelia that its curving forms were seen as a visual metaphor for expanded consciousness, cementing it as a permanent shorthand for bohemian style — this bag reads immediately as vintage-inspired boho, a direct descendant of that era's aesthetic.
- By the 1700s, the motif adorned handwoven Kashmir shawls so valuable they cost the price of a small house, later mass-produced in Paisley, Scotland using Jacquard looms — the bag’s print descends from this tradition of coveted luxury that was once reserved for aristocracy and later became a middle-class fashion staple.
- In India, the motif (buta/ambi) adorns wedding sarees and temple art, while in the West it signals bohemian nonchalance — the bag’s patchwork quilting layers this dual identity, evoking both heirloom craftsmanship and a globally-minded, eclectic style that defines modern boho.
- Since 1968, Etro has built its entire visual identity around paisley, and recent runways from Dries Van Noten to Dior Men have reprised it — the bag’s print participates in a high-fashion conversation that keeps the motif perennially fresh, so it reads as knowingly on-trend instead of costumey.
- In the 1960s, the Beatles’ India trip and John Lennon’s paisley-painted Rolls-Royce made the print a global hippie emblem, fusing Eastern mysticism with pop rebellion — the tote channels that same free-spirited energy, making it an effortlessly cool nod to rock-and-roll history.
Patchwork pattern variation and uniqueness
- The patchwork is executed as a fixed design rather than a random assortment of scraps, so the exact arrangement of paisley fabrics shown in listing images is what arrives — a meaningful detail for anyone coordinating the bag with a specific outfit or preferring predictability over the variance common in upcycled textile totes.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Rectangular quilted tote bag with patchwork paisley bandana prints in several green tones, vertical quilting lines, piped edges, and two long fabric shoulder straps that drape over the front.
- Overall shapeRectangular horizontal tote with a flat base and squared corners, shown upright with the front face visible.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.44 · w 0.88 · h 0.48 (high) - Quilted constructionSurface shows densely stitched vertical quilting lines running top to bottom across the front panels, creating a padded, textured appearance.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.46 · w 0.84 · h 0.44 (high) - Patchwork patternFront assembled from multiple rectangular patches of paisley bandana print in different green tones arranged in a tiled layout.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.44 · w 0.88 · h 0.48 (high) - Print motifPaisley and floral bandana-style motifs printed in white on the green fabric patches.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.50 · w 0.76 · h 0.36 (high) - Edge bindingNarrow piped binding runs along the top edge and side seams in a solid darker green fabric.
3 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.44 · w 0.88 · h 0.05 (medium); x 0.06 · y 0.44 · w 0.03 · h 0.44 (medium); x 0.91 · y 0.44 · w 0.03 · h 0.44 (medium) - Shoulder strapsTwo long quilted fabric shoulder straps made from the same printed green fabric; straps extend from the top edge and drape across the front of the bag.
2 regions
x 0.36 · y 0.40 · w 0.12 · h 0.48 (high); x 0.54 · y 0.40 · w 0.12 · h 0.48 (high) - Folded strap endsStrap ends are visible at the top edge with a slightly thicker, padded appearance where they attach to the bag.Partial
2 regions
x 0.34 · y 0.40 · w 0.06 · h 0.08 (medium); x 0.56 · y 0.40 · w 0.06 · h 0.08 (medium) - Base shadow and standBottom edge sits on a flat surface with a soft shadow beneath the base indicating the bag is resting rather than suspended.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.86 · w 0.64 · h 0.08 (high)
Other
Studio product shot with a neutral light gray background, even frontal lighting, slight shadow under the bag, and the bag centered in the lower half of the image.
- BackgroundUniform light gray seamless background with no visible props or contextual elements.
- LightingSoft, even frontal lighting with minimal harsh shadows and a faint shadow cast beneath the bag.
- Shot compositionBag is centered horizontally and positioned in the lower portion of the frame, leaving ample empty space above.
- Image qualitySharp focus on the bag surface and print; no visible compression artifacts at this scale.
Colors
deep forest green· dark green patchwork panels and binding#345B43sage green· lighter green patchwork panelswhite· white print- Overall shapeRectangular horizontal tote with a flat base and squared corners, shown upright with the front face visible.
- 02
Product
Close-up of the tote bag's side panel and a partial front panel showing quilted paisley patchwork fabric, boxed side construction, bound piping, and a stitched fabric shoulder strap.
- Overall shapeBoxy rectangular tote side (flat vertical side panel with a squared bottom corner) visible at a slight three-quarter angle showing depth toward the right.
1 region
x 0.03 · y 0.12 · w 0.66 · h 0.80 (high) - Patchwork patternMultiple stitched fabric patches in different green tones arranged in a patchwork layout, each patch printed with white paisley and floral motifs.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.12 · w 0.88 · h 0.70 (high) - QuiltingNarrow vertical quilting lines run continuously across panels and strap, created by parallel stitched rows closely spaced.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.10 · w 0.90 · h 0.80 (high) - Bound edges and pipingRounded fabric binding in a solid darker green covers the bag's top edge, side seams, and bottom corner, forming a visible piped trim.
2 regions
x 0.02 · y 0.04 · w 0.72 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.02 · y 0.62 · w 0.20 · h 0.36 (high) - Shoulder strapFlat, quilted fabric shoulder strap in matching patterned green fabric with visible topstitching, attached at the bag rim and hanging down along the front panel.
1 region
x 0.58 · y 0.22 · w 0.35 · h 0.66 (high) - Opening and interior top edgeTop opening visible with the same printed fabric folded inward; interior facing shows the lighter green patch with the printed motif.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.02 · w 0.60 · h 0.18 (medium) - Printed motif detailWhite paisley outlines, small floral rosettes, and dot cluster motifs printed on the green fabric; some motifs are cropped by seams and quilting lines.
2 regions
x 0.08 · y 0.36 · w 0.46 · h 0.46 (high); x 0.50 · y 0.40 · w 0.42 · h 0.46 (high)
Other
Studio-style product crop on a neutral light gray background with soft shadow at the lower right; image framed to emphasize the bag side and strap.
- BackgroundUniform light gray backdrop with no visible props.
- Lighting and shadowSoft, even lighting with a faint soft shadow cast below and to the right of the bag.
1 region
x 0.50 · y 0.78 · w 0.46 · h 0.20 (medium) - Shot compositionThree-quarter close crop focusing on the bag side and partial front; top-left corner of the bag is near the image top edge.
Colors
forest green· darker green fabric patches#3C523Dsage green· lighter green fabric patches#93AB94white· printed motifs- Overall shapeBoxy rectangular tote side (flat vertical side panel with a squared bottom corner) visible at a slight three-quarter angle showing depth toward the right.
- 03
Product
Close-up view of the bag interior showing quilted dark green fabric with vertical channel stitching, a slip pocket with piped edge, paisley/flower white print on the quilted fabric, and a visible zipper at the top rim.
- Quilted body fabricVertically channel-quilted fabric visible on interior walls and pocket panels; channels are narrow and evenly spaced.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.18 · w 0.88 · h 0.70 (high) - Printed motifWhite paisley-style and floral motifs printed on the dark green quilted fabric; motifs include small clustered shapes and a larger daisy-like flower.
2 regions
x 0.56 · y 0.02 · w 0.38 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.34 · y 0.40 · w 0.40 · h 0.50 (high) - Top rim pipingRounded piped binding along the top rim in a solid slightly lighter green fabric.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.00 · w 0.96 · h 0.14 (high) - Interior slip pocketInset slip pocket on the interior wall with the same quilted printed fabric and a piped top edge; pocket seam visible down the center-left of the pocket.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.34 · w 0.36 · h 0.44 (high) - Internal zipperA short exposed zipper tape and teeth visible along the upper interior rim on the left side.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.14 · w 0.28 · h 0.08 (medium) - Inner lining color contrastInterior vertical-quilted lining appears as a deeper, nearly solid dark green compared to the printed panels.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.22 · w 0.30 · h 0.48 (medium)
Other
Tight detail crop of the bag interior with soft, even studio lighting and neutral light gray background visible at top; image is closely cropped so only interior and a small portion of the exterior rim/strap are visible.
- Shot compositionTight close-up crop focused on the bag interior and pocket; rim crosses the top of the frame diagonally.
- Background and lightingNeutral light gray background at the very top edge and even studio lighting with soft shadows inside the bag.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 0.06 (high) - Image crop limitationLower-left exterior and a small strap segment are partially visible and cropped; rest of the bag and any external hardware are outside the frame.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.60 · w 0.48 · h 0.40 (high)
Colors
deep forest green with white print· printed quilted panels#2C3A2Cmedium pine green· piped binding / rim#355B43very dark emerald· interior lining#152A1C- Quilted body fabricVertically channel-quilted fabric visible on interior walls and pocket panels; channels are narrow and evenly spaced.
Documents & Data
Q&A
2 answered- Is the interior patch pocket zippered or open?
- The interior patch pocket is open; it is not zippered.
- How should this bag be cleaned – machine washable or spot clean only?
- We recommend spot cleaning only, as the bag is made from cotton fabric. Machine washing may cause shrinkage or damage.