Customer Reviews The North Face Borealis Tote

Very handy as a bag or it can be used as a backpack.

It is a perfect size to fit under the seat when I fly. It is large enough that my regular purse can sit in it, and has enough room for my neck pillow, Kindle,etc. The water bottle pockets on the side are perfect to put an empty reusable bottle in to fill at the airport,etc. The front zipper pocket is great for headphones, etc and the two inner pockets perfect for separating other goodies. The ivory color is pretty but should have purchased it in black - coffee and salad dressing came off of it well though!

I love this tote! I use it for school and it perfect fits my laptop and all my books! I also love that you can use it as a backpack!

My favorite travel bag! Perfect size and so many compliments!

I use this as my day to day bag to hold my laptop and daily outings. I find the backpack straps to be useful when my hands are full running errands, however on the opposite side of that i also find there needs to be some sort of stopper where the backpack straps go. If I use it as a shoulder tote, which is it's primary purpose, if I take one strap off to get into the bag, the bag handles since the bag, pushing out the contents and crumpling the lower part of the bag. There needs to be something that prevents the back pack straps from being free/coming loose whenever. I also find the shoulder straps to be too thin and uncomfortable. I wish they had made them thick at the top shoulder part instead of thin at the shoulder resting area because it causes them to slide off easily. They are a good length. I love the compartments and the dual top zips and everything else about the bag.

I use it for work and daily errands I gave it it a 4 because you're now able to adjust the straps, but otherwise love it .

Very reliable as a feminine accessory. And could work great for a man too. Water resistant, sand repels fast. And shoes and clothing fit without being heavy. Can be use as a backpack.

I use this bag to carry all my stuff for work and it fits my laptop, a binder, and some smaller pouches with miscellaneous items without difficulty. The side pockets for water/coffee bottles can also store smaller items with easy access. The bag itself is lightweight but very sturdy and the shoulder straps are comfortable even when a lot of things are in the bag. The backpack straps are a little short, but I don't intend to carry it as a backpack.

I like the size and holds a lot of stuff

This bag is absolutely amazing! I use it everyday for work and it's very durable and roomy! Can fit all of your stuff

This tote is so roomy and perfect for what I need. It Carrie's my laptop and gym gear and the convertible straps make it essential to my daily activities! Well worth it. I might buy another one in a different color!!

Perfect size - I use it for all the things I like to have with me when driving my children around and watching their sports games. My favorite feature is that it can be used as a tote or backpack

This is the best tote/backpack I have ever owned! It's so roomy you can fit everything in there.

This bag is just an all around perfect bag! The tote to backpack is a game changer and it has SO much storage and fits everything I need for a work week or a weekend back! If I could give this bag more then 5 stars I would! So happy with my purchase and I receive many compliments on it! Thanks northface for another amazing product!

This bag is so versatile! I've used it for tennis & shopping. I plan to take it hiking in the summer. Great bag! Nice quality!!

I'm in nursing school and work at the hospital. I switch out for both. It's a great bag! Just not good as a backpack.

I bought this tote for college. It perfectly fits a 13 inch laptop, notebooks, and so much more. I love how it can change from a tote to a backpack.

I use it for school and work. It's great, i get a lot of compliments.

I am in nursing school and use this bag for class and for clinical. It is the perfect size and fits my text books, laptop and supplies. I enjoy that its also a backpack but the straps are not adjustable. If you have a puffy coat on in the winter the backpack straps are tight and it sits really high. I mostly use it as a tote but if I need to I can use the backpack strap on one shoulder if I have on a thick coat.

Literally use this bag every day to go to work! It's perfect for what I need and super durable.

I use this as my 'go' bag for work. It's great because I can quickly toss or grab things & it has plenty of room. The side pockets are great for my water bottles!

I use this bag to carry all my bike gear & it fits perfectly, including my helmet! Plenty of room & pockets. I like the versatility it has to carry as tote or backpack.

I bought this bag to use for work. Great size, love the color, durable, easy to clean and comfortable to carry. Fits my laptop well too.

Has a padded compartment for my laptop. Can be a backpack or a tote. Love it!

Love this bag! I'm a nurse who packs a lot to get me through the day, from an extra set of scrubs, to snacks, an a lot of bottled water!! Then there's always the winter gear for extreme changes in weather over the course of my shift. This sick does it all! Easy on the back and all the compartments and pockets you need! Thanks North Face for another great product!