Does it fit a laptop?

Yes. There is a padded laptop sleeve inside the main compartment, sized for common 13- to 15-inch laptops. Check your device's dimensions against the bag's interior before buying.

Does it have a zip closure?

Yes. The main compartment closes with a top zip, which is a step up from open totes for commuting and travel.

No. The Ethyl is a quilted synthetic tote, which is why it stays light. It is not a leather bag and will not age like one.

Can it be worn on the shoulder?

Yes. The handles are sized for shoulder carry, and the soft body sits close to the arm. It is not designed as a crossbody.

How does it compare with a Longchamp Le Pliage tote?

The Ethyl has more built-in organization, with a laptop sleeve and inner pockets, and a quilted finish. The Le Pliage packs down flat and is lighter still, but has no laptop padding.

The tote itself. No dust bag or extra straps are included.

Where is the Sam Edelman Ethyl Top Zip East West Tote cheapest?

At Bluefly, for $39.99, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the Sam Edelman Ethyl Top Zip East West Tote?

Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 22 ratings.

Where can I buy the Sam Edelman Ethyl Top Zip East West Tote?

10 stores we checked sell it, including ShopSimon, Bluefly, eBay, Gilt.com, Lyst.

Sam Edelman Ethyl Top Zip East West Tote

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Lowest price today: $39.99 at Bluefly (checked Nov 11, 2026).
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Our take on the Sam Edelman Ethyl Top Zip East West Tote

The Ethyl is Sam Edelman's east-west tote: a wide, soft-structured quilted bag with a top zip and a padded laptop sleeve inside. It reads as an everyday work bag rather than a formal carry, and the quilted logo finish gives it more presence than a plain nylon tote. Against rivals like the Longchamp Le Pliage or a basic neoprene tote, it trades packability for structure and built-in organization. Owners rate it well overall, with the usual caveats about a soft body and limited structure.

Best forCommuting with a laptopEveryday work and errand carryShoppers who want a quilted, logo-forward toteTravelers who want a zip-top shoulder bag

Pros

Padded interior laptop sleeve keeps a device separate from the rest of the load
Top zip closure secures the main compartment
Front zip pocket plus two slip pockets for phone, keys and cards
Lightweight for its size, easy to carry on the shoulder
Soft structured shape holds its look without feeling rigid

Cons

Soft body can slump when the bag is lightly packed
Wide east-west shape is bulky on smaller frames
Quilted logo finish is not for shoppers who want a plain bag
Limited color and material options compared with bigger tote lines

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Sam Edelman Ethyl Top Zip East West Tote price history

Lowest price we've seen: $39.99 on Nov 11 at ShopSimon. Tracked across 10 stores since Nov 11.

What reviewers say

4.2 / 522 ratings

Owners rate the Ethyl around 4.2 out of 5 and mostly praise it as a light, roomy work tote with useful pockets and a laptop sleeve. Complaints center on the soft structure and the bag losing shape when it is not full.

What people mention

StructureMixedOwners like the soft shape but say the bag slumps when it is not full.
WeightPraisedReviewers call it light and comfortable to carry for a full day.
OrganizationPraisedThe laptop sleeve and inner pockets are the most-mentioned practical plus.
SizeMixedThe east-west width is roomy for work gear but feels bulky on smaller frames.
DesignMixedThe quilted logo look draws compliments from some and feels busy to others.

From Gilt.com

Quilted logo design
Lightweight construction for everyday wear
Soft structured silhouette with elevated styling
Interior padded laptop sleeve compartment
Inner organization pockets for daily essentials
Front wall zip pocket and dual front wall slip pockets

Materials: 100% PU with gold-tone hardware
Returns: Extended holiday returns: items purchased now through December 18 can be returned through January 15
Shipping: Ships in 1-2 business days directly from Gilt; free standard shipping for 30 days with Gilt Unlimited

About the Sam Edelman Ethyl Top Zip East West Tote

The Ethyl Top Zip East West Tote from Sam Edelman is a tote with a quilted logo design. It has a soft structured silhouette and is lightweight enough for everyday wear.

The bag is made of 100% PU with gold-tone hardware. Inside, a padded sleeve holds a laptop, and inner pockets keep daily essentials organized. The front wall has a zip pocket and two slip pockets.

Material: 100% PU
Hardware: Gold-tone
Design: Quilted logo
Silhouette: Soft structured
Laptop storage: Interior padded sleeve
Interior: Organization pockets
Front pockets: One zip pocket, two slip pockets

Questions and answers

Does it fit a laptop?: Yes. There is a padded laptop sleeve inside the main compartment, sized for common 13- to 15-inch laptops. Check your device's dimensions against the bag's interior before buying.
Does it have a zip closure?: Yes. The main compartment closes with a top zip, which is a step up from open totes for commuting and travel.
Is it leather?: No. The Ethyl is a quilted synthetic tote, which is why it stays light. It is not a leather bag and will not age like one.
Can it be worn on the shoulder?: Yes. The handles are sized for shoulder carry, and the soft body sits close to the arm. It is not designed as a crossbody.
How does it compare with a Longchamp Le Pliage tote?: The Ethyl has more built-in organization, with a laptop sleeve and inner pockets, and a quilted finish. The Le Pliage packs down flat and is lighter still, but has no laptop padding.
What is in the box?: The tote itself. No dust bag or extra straps are included.
Where is the Sam Edelman Ethyl Top Zip East West Tote cheapest?: At Bluefly, for $39.99, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Sam Edelman Ethyl Top Zip East West Tote?: Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 22 ratings.
Where can I buy the Sam Edelman Ethyl Top Zip East West Tote?: 10 stores we checked sell it, including ShopSimon, Bluefly, eBay, Gilt.com, Lyst.