MZ Wallace Mini Metro Tote Deluxe Review

[@iloveusc17]

Thank you so much for this helpful video! I always find your MZW videos so helpful and thorough. Love this bag & hoping you are still enjoying it!

[@lakni3]

Happy to see your new video- you do a great job with your reviews! I got the neon pink mini mtd this summer and it was my favorite bag! Small but can hold a ton at the same time. Love it!

[@owlturtlemom4651]

Thank you! The pink color is gorgeous - was so tempted to get that one but I tend to shy away from bright, bold colors. ;) Glad you love the bag too!

[@MsCourtney30]

Does it come in medium size

[@PerpetualMommy]

Welcome back- from one YT’er to another- I adore your videos! ❤️

[@owlturtlemom4651]

Thank you so much! :)

[@wendyNJ13]

I enjoyed your video! I’m really considering getting this handbag! 💕 Also, can you tell me what name/ design your Vera Bradley card case is? There are sooo many styles but that one is so pretty. I’m looking for it .

[@owlturtlemom4651]

It's the Slim Card Case in Garden Grove, and it looks like it's still available on their website: verabradley.com/products/slim-card-case-24537q21?variant=34432271843372. Hope you can snag it - it's fun! :)

[@wendyNJ13]

@@owlturtlemom4651 thank you so much. Keep the videos coming if you can. 💕

[@cherrymaniego209]

Good job. Very helpful 👏👍

[@sherrilalajames]

Hi! Do the handles get in the way when you where it cross body? do they stick straight up?

[@owlturtlemom4651]

Hi there! Yes, the handles do stick up (or sort of flop to the side) when wearing crossbody - it was something that drove me a little nuts on bags like the Small Sutton previously, but I have learned to tolerate it now. They don’t really get in the way or anything and I basically overlook them because the rest of the bag is so functional. You can tuck the back handle (on the side closest to your body) down and out of the way; and you can even tuck both handles into the hidden zip pockets (toward the inside of the bag) if you really wanted to also.

[@sherrilalajames]

@@owlturtlemom4651 I just purchased the exact one. Everything you said was correct! I love it. Thank you!

[@owlturtlemom4651]

@@sherrilalajames Yay! I'm so glad you love it! :)

[@ellenfox9607]

Hello - Given your knowledge of so many of the MZ Wallace bags, seeking any general advice/items for consideration. I'm debating between the mini metro deluxe tote, downtown crosby and small crosby hobo. I'm only 5'2" and so worry about bulk but also want something really versatile - work, errands. I don't have kids to tote stuff for.

[@owlturtlemom4651]

Hi there! I don't have the small crosby hobo so I can't really comment on that one, but between the mini metro tote deluxe (MMTD) and downtown crosby (DC), I would say it largely depends on how much stuff you typically carry around? The DC is much smaller than the MMTD so it definitely doesn't hold as much--it would be limited to basic essentials only: phone, sunglasses, wallet, tissues, keys, small cosmetics/toiletries/hand sanitizer. The MMTD can hold a lot more in addition to those things, such as a water bottle and small sweater/wrap. In terms of versatility, my vote would go to the MMTD. It's not too bulky either--it's just right in terms of size. If, however, you like the look of the shiny zippers and chain strap on the crosby styles (they are really pretty), it's possible the crosby hobo would work for you. I hope this helps; I know it's so hard to choose!!!

[@ellenfox9607]

@@owlturtlemom4651 Thanks much! You are confirming my leaning. I just saw that the small sutton now available in deluxe. Now that v the MMTD could be a toss up. Seems like the main difference is the shorter handles and ability to clip the Sutton more compactly. Any other differences to be noted?

[@owlturtlemom4651]

I don't believe the small sutton deluxe has the extra hidden "collar pockets" behind the exterior pockets that the MMTD has--to me, that's a huge difference in terms of functionality. Take a look at my discussion on the differences between these 2 bags with Sail Away in the comments below. :)

[@ellenfox9607]

Thanks!

[@ellenfox9607]

@@owlturtlemom4651 Just wanted to let you know that I purchased the MMTD and love it. thanks again for your input!

[@ellevc5497]

Love the functional insight of your reviews. It's all things I never think of until after purchasing. Thanks for sharing! Question, is the Mini MTD comparable in size to the Mini Soho Tote? I have that bag and it carries tons!

[@owlturtlemom4651]

Aww, thank you! :) The Mini MTD is almost the exact same size as the Mini Soho! I love both - they're amazing.

[@sailaway2900]

Do you still love this? I just got and returned the new Small Sutton Deluxe as the exterior pockets are too hard to get anything in and out quickly!

[@owlturtlemom4651]

I do still love it. It's the only bag I grab for nowadays. I think the big difference between this bag (the mini metro tote deluxe) and the sutton deluxe is that this one has the 2 additional "collar" pockets behind the 2 exterior slip pockets, which add to the overall ease of grabbing things quickly. I put taller/narrower items like my phone inside the exterior pockets and smaller things like chapstick, keys, and hand sanitizer in the collar pockets, which are easier to grab from than the exterior pockets because they open up a lot wider. I was drawn to the sutton deluxe initially because I love the clipped down shape, but when I saw that it didn't have the collar pockets, I decided to stick with my metro deluxe.

[@sailaway2900]

@@owlturtlemom4651 Thank you so much for the detailed reply, I'm so glad to hear that you love it! Yeah all those pockets are a major selling point. Unfortunately the SSD exterior pockets are just too tight, too tall and narrow but the MMTD ones look perfect.

[@thalia8950]

So glad to see your new video.