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Best seller
4.9 based on 30 reviews
  • Made in Italy
  • Family owned since 1987
  • Free 14-day returns

Simona

Italian-made Suede Tote

£225.00 Best seller

Rich Italian suede. An effortless silhouette. Room for the day ahead.

  • Made in Florence from high-quality suede
  • A generous tote for everyday essentials
  • Gold details and the signature FB logo tag
  • Four distinctive shades to complement your wardrobe
Colour: Winter Taupe

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Width40 cm
Height25 cm
Depth13 cm
Strap drop23 cm
ColourWinter Taupe

FB logo tag and gold details.

MaterialItalian suede
Made inItaly

Suede is best kept dry and out of prolonged direct sunlight. Brush gently with a soft suede brush to lift the nap, and store the bag filled so it keeps its shape.

UK deliveryFree over £150
InternationalWorldwide shipping
Returns14 days, free

Delivery options and costs are shown at checkout. See our shipping and refund policies for full terms.

  • Established 1987
  • Made in Italy
  • Chelsea, London
  • Independent & family owned
  • Free UK delivery over £150
  • 14 days free returns

Texture you can see. Style you can feel.

Choose your colour —

Italian made. Considered details.

Simona is made in Florence, cut from high quality suede, a leather with a fine, brushed nap that gives the tote its soft, matt depth and lets its generous shape fall naturally. Gold details and the signature FB logo tag add a quiet finish. Each Simona is made in Italy.

A craftsman’s hands smoothing a hide of soft suede beside a rolled leather edge
The suedeA soft, brushed nap that changes tone as the light moves across it.
Leather being fed through an industrial sewing machine under a close-set stitch
Handles and strapsEach handle meets the body in a knotted loop, with slim straps running down the front.
An artisan brushing a finish onto leather panels at a workshop bench
Gold detailsThe signature FB logo tag and gold-tone charm, set against the suede.
Simona in Rich Chocolate carried on the shoulder with a long cream coat, outside a black front door

Sized for the full day.

Generous enough for a full day out, with a strap drop sized for carrying Simona on the shoulder or in the hand.

Width
40 cm
Height
25 cm
Depth
13 cm
Strap drop
23 cm

One bag. Your everyday wardrobe.

Simona in Rich Chocolate with a chocolate coat and cream trousers
DaytimeRich ChocolateChoose this colour
Simona in Midnight Black with a camel coat, stepping out of a taxi
WorkdayMidnight BlackChoose this colour
Simona in Beautiful Burgundy on a café chair beside a woman drinking coffee
WeekendBeautiful BurgundyChoose this colour
Simona in Winter Taupe resting on a café chair
Coffee stopWinter TaupeChoose this colour
Simona in Rich Chocolate on the shoulder along a London street
City walkRich ChocolateChoose this colour
Simona in Beautiful Burgundy carried across a zebra crossing
CommuteBeautiful BurgundyChoose this colour
Client reviews

Our customers say it best

4.9★★★★★

Based on 30 reviews

★★★★★

“Amazing bag. So classy and elegant, perfectly sized. Even came with a handwritten note. Will definitely order from Franchetti Bond again soon”

Lucas Franchetti Bond customer
★★★★★

“The help i recieved from manager to get points etc on s/phone brillant help thankyou very much, helpful both staff members as not tech savy and disabled , bag i wanted sold out in sale but got sm version and some extra items as well very happy with everthing i bought old fashioned service which u dont always get in shops or dept store lovely staff 5 stars given.”

Anna Franchetti Bond customer
★★★★★

“It’s so so comfy and looks great. Not easy to find wedges with good support for the heels- I was glad I found one!”

Anubha Franchetti Bond customer · Charlie Wedge Sandal
★★★★★

“My shoes have arrived - beautiful as ever - and I am SO grateful to you both! Thank you not just for the shoes but the warmth and kindness of your messages. These shoes replace two of the pairs that were accidentally thrown out when my firm did a locker clear-out - I was so upset but your niceness has quite cheered me up! It is a rare and lovely experience to receive a personal email and phone call instead of being passed on to a chatbot.”

Kate Franchetti Bond customer
★★★★★

“Lovely small shop and super service. I bought a gorgeous pair of sandals. Great range and super shoes.”

Ali Franchetti Bond customer
★★★★★

“Absolutely delighted. Wearing these orange sandals finally helped me walk tall. (Ironically I am a shrinking used to be 5’7”). I feel pretty in them. They give me pride in my appearance and they give me confidence. My children and my husband like them which also helps me feel good about myself. They are so comfortable and they feel well made meaning I am sure they will survive many miles and musical moments. The postage was quick and the after purchase customer service and personal touch has been second to none. I will definitely seek to support this brand.”

Jenny Franchetti Bond customer
★★★★★

“Lovely products and friendly service :)”

Bee Franchetti Bond customer
★★★★★

“Best shop in London!”

Denise Franchetti Bond customer
★★★★★

“I have been a customer of Franchetti Bond for many years and find the staff extremely helpful and obliging. Last year I purchased a smart navy loafer called Ella which is supremely comfortable and looks very stylish. These are a great buy because they do not lose shape, are true to size and the new colours are perfect for the summer.”

Helen Franchetti Bond customer
★★★★★

“The shoes and bags from Franchetti Bond are unmatched in quality and comfort. The styles they stock are timeless, great for work! the ladies who work and run the store are amazing and provide a service you just don’t find in many places anymore.”

Amy Franchetti Bond customer
★★★★★

“Such a gorgeous bag and amazing quality for the price. I’m very impressed. Thank you!”

Kate Franchetti Bond customer · Petra Italian Raffia Handbag
★★★★★

“I bought a beautiful Olive Green leather handbag - By chance we walked by and there it was in the window! It is perfect, great quality AND and I have had soooo may compliments - I’m in Australia so I have often pointed people your way!”

Cath Franchetti Bond customer
★★★★★

“I have an enormous collection of your gorgeous things, including ones from the eighties and I rarely leave home without one or two (or should that be three!) Just last week I was again complemented on one.”

Christina Franchetti Bond customer
★★★★★

“I really like this shop. The shoes are stylish and comfortable which is a bonus. The staff is knowledgeable and friendly. I highly recommend it.”

Christine Franchetti Bond customer
★★★★★

“Lovely Italian quality leather shoes and handbags at reasonable prices given the quality. Different pieces of quality tops and range of costume jewelry. V good sales.”

Loraine Franchetti Bond customer
★★★★★

“Very comfortable as well as stylish . They feel sturdy and supportive and I feel steady as well as elegant when walking in them. Great with trousers or dresses and the neutral colour goes well with everything ! A good shoe for holidays.”

Giuliana Franchetti Bond customer · Dasha Wedge Slider
★★★★★

“I’m from Malaysia and discovered Franchetti Bond last year on my visit to your store in London. I fell in love with your products and bought a handbag and hat! Really good quaility at a reasonable price. I showed them to my sister back at the hotel and we came back and she bought 3 or 4 pairs of shoes. Then my Indonesian cousin saw what we bought and she started splurging on Franchetti Bond too! Haha! Lovely products, friendly service with excellent quaility at affortable prices. Wishing you continued success!”

Lisa Franchetti Bond customer
The Franchetti Bond family outside their Duke of York Square shop window

Italian Style. London character. High-quality!

Franchetti Bond is an independent, family-owned business, established in 1987. From our shop on Duke of York Square in Chelsea, we bring Italian style to everyday wardrobes, in person and online, made in Florence. 

50–51 Duke of York Square, Chelsea, London SW3 4LY
Mon–Sat 10am–6.30pm · Sun 11am–6pm

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Questions about Simona

Simona measures 40 cm wide, 25 cm high and 13 cm deep, with a 23 cm strap drop.

The 23 cm strap drop is sized for carrying Simona on the shoulder or in the hand. If you’d like to check the fit over a heavier coat, our Chelsea team can help in store or by phone.

We are measuring the usable interior before listing specific items. As a guide, the bag measures 40 × 25 × 13 cm externally. For a particular item, contact us and we’ll check it against the bag.

Keep suede dry and away from prolonged direct sunlight. Brush gently with a soft suede brush to lift the nap, and store the bag filled so it keeps its shape.

UK delivery is free on orders over £150, and we ship worldwide. Returns are free within 14 days. Full terms are in our shipping and refund policies.

Visit us at Duke of York Square in Chelsea, call 020 7823 5550 or email dy@franchettibond.com. We are happy to compare shades for you.

Simona in Default Title

£225.00

Our London Store

Please come and visit us.

Address

Duke of York Square
Chelsea, London
SW3 4LY

Directions
Opening times

Mon–Sat 10am–6.30pm
Sun 11am–6pm

Contact
020 7823 5550dy@franchettibond.com
Inside the Franchetti Bond store: suede handbags and loafers on a white table beneath a vase of hydrangeas