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Women's Quilted Tote Bag Elia – Tote bag – Galaya
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ELIA is a quilted tote bag designed for the studio-errands-office rhythm. Soft quilting that provides body without adding weight, reinforced and padded handles that won't dig into your shoulder under heavy loads, a neat interior lining, and a zippered pocket for essentials. Slightly structured vertical format, discreet finishes, neutral three-color palette — designed to fit into the Galaya Sculpt™ athleisure wardrobe and be worn equally well with leggings or a winter coat.
Why you'll love it
- Quilted diamond-patterned fabric, soft and structured feel
- Comfortable, reinforced and padded handles that won't dig into your shoulder when loaded
- Full interior lining, clean finishes visible when open
- Interior zippered pocket for keys, phone, and card
- Size ~38 × 32 × 13 cm, capacity ~14 L — fits a rolled yoga mat across
- Three neutral colors: black, gray, ivory — coordinated with the entire Galaya palette
- No visible logo aesthetic, refined finishes
Material & construction
ELIA is made from a quilted technical polyester with a light internal wadding, which provides volume and shape without making the empty bag heavy. The regular stitching creates diamond-shaped cushions that absorb contact with transported items and give the bag its distinctive silhouette. The inner lining is made of soft recycled polyester, the handles are sheathed reinforced webbing, and the structural seams are doubled. Construction calibrated for intensive daily use without deformation of the bottom or sagging of the handles.
- Outer material: quilted technical polyester, diamond quilting
- Lining: soft recycled polyester, clean finish
- Handles: sheathed reinforced quilted webbing, comfortable shoulder carry length
- Fabric weight: optimized weight for shape retention and opacity, with internal wadding
- Construction: doubled structural seams, reinforced bottom
- Manufacturing conditions: BSCI social audit (verified factory working conditions)
Dimensions & capacity
Dimensions — Approximately 38 cm high, 32 cm wide at the opening, 13 cm bottom depth. Usable volume ~14 L. Handles approximately 56 cm long, with a ~22 cm drop on the shoulder — enough to fit over a padded coat.
What it can carry — A rolled yoga mat slipped across the opening, a full sports outfit, a towel, a 500-750 ml water bottle, a 13" laptop laid flat (no dedicated pocket — provide a sleeve), an A4 magazine, a book, a compact makeup bag, a toiletry bag. It's also an excellent market shopping bag or light weekend bag.
Care
- Clean with a damp sponge and mild soap — never machine wash
- Lay flat to dry, air dry, away from direct sunlight
- Store upright or flat, without overloading to preserve quilting
- No dry cleaning or bleach on the quilted fabric
With this routine, the quilting retains its texture and volume, the handles do not sag, and the inner lining remains neat for several years of daily use.
Create your look
ELIA complements a structured athleisure look or acts as a counterpoint to a winter coat. Some everyday pairings:
- HARMONIE Leggings (best-seller, neutral palette)
- POLLUX Sports Bra (versatile medium-impact)
- ATLAS Backpack (backpack format alternative)
- BANANA Fanny Pack (essentials complement)
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the tote hold a yoga mat?
Yes, a standard rolled mat (diameter ~12-14 cm, length ~60 cm once rolled) fits across the opening. For a bulkier mat or a half Lagree mat, consider a dedicated carrying strap instead — the tote remains functional but the mat will visually protrude from the opening.
Are the handles really comfortable with a heavy load?
This is a point we over-specified. The handles are made of reinforced technical webbing encased in a padded cushion, 3 cm wide at the shoulder contact area. Under a load of 4-5 kg (typical: outfit + laptop + bottle + book), they do not dig in or mark the skin, even when carried for several hours. For a heavier load (>7 kg, e.g., market shopping), opt for the ATLAS backpack which distributes weight better.
Does the bag keep its shape when empty?
Yes, that's one of the benefits of the quilting: the padding and internal wadding give the tote a soft structure that stands upright when placed down. Unlike thin canvas totes that completely collapse, ELIA maintains a slightly rounded silhouette even when empty, which makes it look neat when you put it on a chair or the floor.
Is there a closure system?
The main opening is open (no zipper), for quick and convenient access. The inner pocket, however, is zippered — this is where you should put your phone, wallet, and keys when using public transport or in dense urban areas. For uses where content security is paramount (concert, crowded subway, travel), a complementary BANANA fanny pack or the ATLAS backpack are more suitable.
Which color to choose among black, gray, and ivory?
Black is the most versatile and least noticeable for urban use. Gray is the most subtle — it works as a counterpoint to an all-black or ivory look, and remains elegant with a winter coat. Ivory is the most editorial, particularly crisp in summer and with a beige or camel outfit — but requires a little more attention to dark jean rubbing. For a single purchase, choose based on the dominant color of your wardrobe.
Is the quilted fabric stain-resistant?
Technical polyester is less absorbent than classic cotton canvas: a spilled liquid stays on the surface for a few seconds, allowing time to wipe it up before it penetrates. For greasy stains (oil, butter), act quickly with absorbent paper, then dab with damp Marseille soap. The quilting also limits contact marks by hiding micro-traces in the relief.
Can it fit a 13" or 15" laptop?
Yes for 13" and 15" in size, but ELIA does not have a dedicated padded laptop pocket — protection against shocks is limited only by the lining's quilting. If you carry your laptop daily, plan for a separate padded sleeve to slip into the tote, or choose the ATLAS backpack which has a dedicated laptop compartment.
How do I wash the bag if it's very dirty?
Spot clean with a damp sponge and mild soap (Marseille, diluted black soap), rubbing in the direction of the quilting. For deeper cleaning, you can dampen the entire exterior with a well-wrung sponge and mild soap, then rinse with a clean damp sponge. No machine washing — agitation will deform the quilting. Lay flat to dry, air dry, away from direct sunlight.
How does it differ from an Adanola or Uniqlo quilted tote?
Adanola totes are at a lower entry price, with thinner quilting and often less padded handles. The Uniqlo Round Mini Shoulder Bag quilted is very well finished but in a smaller format (~6 L), not designed to carry a sports outfit or a mat. ELIA positions itself in the intermediate daily format (~14 L), with over-specified padded handles, a zippered inner pocket, and a three-color palette coordinated with the Galaya wardrobe — a format designed for daily athleisure use.
The Galaya spirit
Galaya designs premium women's sportswear in Paris: minimalist cuts, a neutral palette, and technical materials selected for their durability. An athleisure wardrobe designed to transition seamlessly from studio to street.
Designed to move.
Snug fit
Ergonomic design
Opening on the top of the hand
Adjustable closure
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