Who Needs a New Workbag? I Tested the Longchamp Le Pliage Bag to See If It's the Right Fit

For the Gen Z corporate baddies out there, I know finding a reliable, everyday workbag is difficult, especially when you’re in search of a budget-friendly option. A brand that has been in the limelight after undergoing a rebrand geared toward a younger demographic, specifically Gen Z, has crossed my mind a few times: Longchamp. I'm in the generation that brands look to to determine what's cool.

Longchamp is a go-to for leather goods, from passport holders to wallets and midrange luxury handbags. The price range alone intrigued me about the brand’s workbag options. I scrolled through the site and found the Le Pliage bag, first introduced in the ’90s, designed by the founder’s son, Philippe Cassegrain. Le Pliage, translated from French, means “the fold,” a nod to the bag’s malleable nature. (The site claims the bag can be folded into the size of a paperback book.) Another compelling factor, this style is made from recycled canvas, so it’s supposed to be an eco-friendly option, all for under $200. It sounded too good to be true, so I had to try it.

I reached out to the Longchamp team to see if I could test-drive one. I requested the Le Pliage in size medium, big enough to fit my laptop. I opted for the British Green color to avoid always having a black bag and for a daily pop of color. I wore it to the office and elsewhere with all my essentials. Was it a good fit as a workbag? Keep scrolling to find out.

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The Stats

Brand: Longchamp

Model: Le Pliage bag

Materials: Recycled polyamide canvas with inside coating

Color: British Green