Bouquiniste (n.) a seller of used books, The Bouquinistes of Paris, France, are booksellers of used and antiquarian books and rare vintage postcards who ply their trade along large sections of the banks of the Seine.

Image yourself surrounded by the city of Paris. The Seine flowing along the antiquarian booksellers and open markets. Le journal, un cafe, …the world is your oyster! Inspired by all your adventures, in the city of light or elsewhere, the Bouquiniste Tote is sure to hang loyally at your side. With its generous 5” wide gussets is will be sure to hold the books (and other ephemera) that you find along the way. The Bouquiniste Tote has an inner patch pocket as well as an outer front pocket to hold your smaller belongings. Tuck a small clutch or small handbag inside and still have room for your baguette and a posy from the flower stall. Each bag comes with removable bag charms in either feathers, butterflies, or ginkgo leaves. They are also equipped with a complimentary matching bookmark to help you keep your place when you put your book down for another stroll through the market.

This Bouquiniste Tote is made out of a gorgeous American bison leather that will get softer and more beautiful with use.

This tote comes in three sizes:

Novella (9” x 9” x 5” with approximately 11” strap drop) butterfly bag charms

Tome (11” x 11” x 5” with approx. 11” strap drop) feather bag charms

Dossier (13” x 13” x 5” with approx. 12” strap drop) ginkgo leaf bag charms