It arrived in the mail today — and I’m officially obsessed. You know that moment when something shows up and it’s even better than you imagined? That was me this morning when I opened the box from Wanderers Travel Co.. I’ve had my eye on their luxury leather bags for a while, and I finally went for it. Spoiler alert: it was so worth it.
First Impressions: The Look, The Feel, The Leather
Let’s start with the obvious — this bag is stunning. The Manhattan Crossbody is sleek, structured, and effortlessly stylish. I ordered it in black, and it’s classic perfection. The leather is unbelievably soft — that kind of buttery texture you can’t stop touching — and the smell? That rich, real leather scent that instantly screams quality. It genuinely feels like a luxury bag that’ll last a lifetime.
If you’re looking for the best leather crossbody bag that’s as fashionable as it is functional, this is the one.
Size & Fit (Plus a Funny Realization)
So, here’s the thing. I thought it would be a little bigger — but that’s 100% on me for relying on photos and assuming I’m the same size as the model (why do I always do this?! 😂). That said, the product description and measurements were totally accurate, and now I actually love the compact size.
Also, it gives me the perfect excuse to order The Manhattan Handbag next — in the Grigio Alpino color, because seriously… OMG 😍.
Canadian Pricing & Customs and shipping
I ordered the bag on March 29, 2025, it shipped on March 31, and I received it on April 7 — honestly, that’s super fast considering it traveled all the way from Australia to Canada! I was genuinely impressed. Even better, Wanderers Travel Co. kept me in the loop the entire time with email updates so I always knew exactly where my bag was.
Like I said, I am in Canada, so the listed price of $149 converted to 218.95 CAD. Then came the surprise FedEx duties and taxes — an extra 40.73 CAD — bringing the total to 259.69 CAD. Not exactly a “budget” find, but let’s be real: this is a handcrafted, full-grain leather bag that feels like something I’ll carry for years, not just a season. It’s an investment in quality, not just another fashion piece.
What Fits Inside?
Despite being compact, it fits everything I need for my day-to-day:
- My sunglasses
- Lip balm, mini moisturizer, pocket mirror.
- My phone
- Keys
- And my new favorite mini wallet…
Oh yes — I can’t forget to mention the amazing gift promo they’re currently running. With my bag, I was able to choose a free gift (YES, FREE!) and I picked the Manhattan Card Wallet, which normally retails for $59. The quality? Unreal. It matches the bag perfectly, and it’s now my go-to mini wallet. Honestly, it’s a whole vibe.
Also — it comes with both a short strap and a crossbody strap (hence the name!), which I LOVE. I’ll be wearing mine with the short handbag strap because it suits my style better and feels so chic, but it’s great to have the crossbody option when I need it. You get the best of both looks in one bag.
Final Thoughts
If you’ve been thinking about ordering from Wanderers Travel Co., let this be your sign to go for it. The Manhattan Crossbody is a total win — classic, soft, beautifully made, and just so wearable. It gives me that “I’ve got my life together” feeling even when I’m running errands in leggings with a toddler on my hip.
I’ll definitely be ordering the Manhattan Handbag next week (hi, Grigio Alpino 😍) and I’m planning to pick another card wallet to gift my daughter, because she’s definitely going to steal mine if I don’t.
This bag was totally worth the wait, the cost, and the obsession. I’m in love. 💼✨
