Business & Laptop Handbag Jolene large Garnet Red | Fits up to 16" Laptop

$239.00 USD

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New Work Bag: Space for laptops up to 16" & essentials. Perfectly organized for everyday business life thanks to 8 functional compartments.


NEW WORK BAG - Jolene large in Garnet Red
With a place for everything important that you need in everyday life and at work!

Weight: 1100 g

Laptop compartment, extra padded: For Laptop up to 16 inches (36.5 × 26 × 2.5 cm)

Removable cosmetic bag – flexible and practical

Smart interior organization: Sunglasses compartment (padded) + D-ring, key holder, 2 pen slots, lipstick & headset compartment

Separate main compartment with center zipper: Additional phone & mouse compartments (with elastic) as well as mesh compartment for water bottle (with elastic)

Easy access: YES

Large zipper compartment (on the back exterior): YES

Vegan: YES

Water-repellent: YES

Scratch-resistant for everyday use: YES

Material

Exterior: High-quality & durable microfiber leather

Interior: Recycled lining

Hardware: Zinc alloy in pistol (gunmetal)

Dimensions & Weight

Bag exterior: 38.5 (L) × 27.5 (H) × 16.5 (W) cm

Handle drop: 25 cm – for comfortable shoulder carrying, even in winter

Special Feature

On the back: stylish lettering "New Work"

🎁 PS: The perfect gift for working mothers and power women.


Our laptop bags are suitable for different laptop sizes. Please check using this overview whether your laptop fits into the respective model:

Bag

Laptop size

Laptop compartment (Width x Height x Depth)

Jolene

Large Garnet red

Large Brown

Large Wine red

Large Black

16" 36,5×26×2,5 cm

Jolene

Large Orange

Large Beige

15" 34×24×1,8 cm
Ada 16" 35×24×1,5 cm
Potter 13" 31×23,5×1,5 cm
Amal 14" 34×24×1,8 cm
  • Optimized handle for relaxed holding and carrying.
  • Practical fastener for clipping the two carrying handles together.
  • Extra-wide shoulder strap.
  • Convenient luggage strap when you need it.
  • Reinforced base with stylish large studs for extra protection.
  • Removable cosmetic bag
  • Key compartment
  • Phone compartment
  • Pen compartment
  • Lipstick compartment
  • Headphone/AirPod compartment

At Victoria Hyde London (VHL) we focus on a simple question: HOW CAN A WOMAN's LIFE & OFFICE FIT INTO A HANDBAG?

Because clearly, the function of handbags has changed in the digital age and times of hybrid work, ‘new work’ and ‘work-life blending’. Simply fancy design is no longer enough for a woman’s handbag! 

You work from anywhere, anytime: at a café, a co-working space, on the train or between two meetings and a power yoga course before you pick up your kid from school or your friends for dinner. Modern women around the world are juggling their private and professional lives on a constant basis. In fact, we all became “work-life-blenders” to some extend and this trend will only further develop in the era of Internet of Things. Hence, we introduced a new handbag category where design meets function and purpose: NEW WORK BAGs. 

With our NEW WORK BAGs, we provide you with fashionable and functional handbags that accompany you in the new work era, so you can focus on what you love to do – in private & profession: LOVE WHAT YOU DO

EASY RETURNS

Return within 30 days, shipping fee applies.

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Olivia Whitfield

As a nurse, I need a bag that can handle everything—my laptop, purse, and other daily essentials. This bag has the perfect amount of room while still looking professional and beautiful. Highly recommended for anyone needing a functional, stylish work companion.

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Nurse Liv

I love this bag, this is my second one. My original was black, but they took out my makeup pouch. I wish you’d send a new one.

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Skylar Bailey
Stylish everyday companion

I wanted a bag that was practical but didn’t look like a traditional office bag. This one has the perfect balance. It works with my work outfits, but I can also carry it when meeting friends after work.

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Scarlett Hayes

I have been searching for a work bag that looks professional but doesn’t feel boring. This one is exactly what I needed. It fits my laptop, notebook, and daily essentials perfectly, and I love how elegant it looks with my outfits.

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Jordan Brooks

Love the size! My laptop fits perfectly and there is still enough space for my charger, notebook, and daily essentials. It looks elegant and feels much more spacious than it appears.

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Kavitha

Love it. Stylish and elegant for work. Bag easily holds 16” heavy thinkpad/laptop

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Sophia Hayes
My new daily companion

This bag has quickly become my favorite. I carry it to work, coffee shops, and short trips. It holds everything I need without looking bulky.

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Ruby Irigoyen

Wonderful

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Y.L.

best work bag

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Elizabeth Foster

Finally, a functional work bag that doesn’t sacrifice style! I’ve been hunting for a high-quality, vegan leather tote that safely fits my 16-inch MacBook Pro, and this Jolene Large in Garnet Red is perfect. The extra-padded laptop compartment is a game-changer, and the smart internal organization—specifically the dedicated headset and mouse slots—keeps my tech gear perfectly in place. It’s also incredibly water-repellent, which is a must for my unpredictable commute. Highly recommend for any power woman on the go.

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Meredith Vance

As an attorney, I carry my life in my bag, and the smart organization in this tote is a game-changer. There is a dedicated spot for everything-my headset, phone,and lip gloss are always right where I need them. The removable cosmetic bag is such a thoughtful touch; I can just grab it for quick touch-ups before meetings. It holds its structure beautifully even when fully loaded. If your're a working mom or just a busy woman trying to keep her life together, buy this bag. You won't regret it.

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Megan Gallagher

I’m incredibly picky about my work bags because I carry a hefty 16-inch MacBook Pro. Most bags claim to fit it, but they won't zip. The extra-padded laptop compartment on this Jolene bag fits my 16-inch beast (exactly 36.5 × 26 cm) perfectly with room to spare. The smart interior organization is a tech-girl’s dream—there are dedicated elastic slots for my mouse and headset, plus a secure mesh pocket that keeps my water bottle upright. I’ve been running through airport security and shoving it under airplane seats; the microfiber leather is completely scratch-resistant and water-repellent. Not a single scuff mark!

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Rachel Martinez

Such a chic gift for any career woman. The ‘New Work’ lettering is inspiring, and the trolley strap would be great for travel (though not listed, the back pocket works wonders).

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Smottdd

The Jolene in Garnet Red is a showstopper. Spacious, smartly organized, and that removable cosmetic bag? Genius. Perfect for power women on the move.

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Anonymous

Great bag, could be improved. I love the color and the bag. It met a lot of my requirements (large enough for a 15” laptop, closed flap, waterproof, metal feet on the bottom, luggage sleeve). It’s an amazing bag and eas much better priced that a lot of bags in this category. It is so hard and professional woman to find good briefcases that look stylish and are roomy and can be used from office to airport in a jiffy. However, here are implements that I really wish would be integrated
1. Make the luggage sleeve integrated panel so that it lays flat and flush to the bag so the bag doesn’t slip around when it is stacked on top of the suitcase.
2. Make the removable makeup clutch a little more premium so that can be used on its own and has a wristlet look for easy carry. This could be a handy wallet/clutch when the whole bag isn’t needed.
3. Have key strap instead of the pocket. It’s hard to grab the keys from the tiny right pocket.
4. For a bag this price range a proper cotton dust cover with draw strings would be helpful.

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Amelia Chase

The gunmetal hardware and "New Work" lettering add elegance. Roomy, scratch-resistant, and so organised – highly recommend.

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Iris Green

Smart, durable, and water-repellent. The centre zipper keeps my main compartment tidy. Love the sunglasses padding too!

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Hazel Rivers

Stunning garnet red bag that fits my 16" laptop. Love the water bottle mesh, pen slots, and removable cosmetic pouch.

MAIN FEATURES OF NEW WORK BAGS

Space & Capacity

NEW WORK BAGS are optimized for the space you need for everything you require as a successful work-life blender. They offer flexibility and ample storage space while remaining practical. Our magic formula, therefore, is: "As much volume as necessary, as compact as possible."

INTERIOR ORGANIZATION

NEW WORK BAGS support your efficient self-organization and ensure quick access to important items in both professional and daily life. You can effortlessly manage frequent location changes or different work settings, allowing you to focus on what truly matters.

Material

NEW WORK BAGS are made from high-quality, vegan microfibre leather. It stands out for its great value for money, is water-repellent and durable. Above all, however, we are able to provide you with a handbag that, despite its size and functionality, is a lightweight.

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FAQ
Q1: Is this bag suitable for daily commuting and office use?

A:  Absolutely — though more precisely, it's built for “heavy-duty work commuters.

If you need to carry a 16” laptop, folders, a water bottle, or even a makeup bag every day, and your work leans toward meetings or office-heavy schedules, Jolene will be your most reliable companion. Its 8 dedicated compartments and oversized main space let you pack in “half an office” with elegance, no more juggling multiple bags.


👉Tip: If you only commute lightly and carry just the basics, take a look at the lighter Ada, or the more flexible Amal.

Q2: Will a 16” laptop plus daily essentials be too heavy?

A:  It won't affect everyday use, also it does carry “load-bearing weight”—it's designed specifically to hold a lot.

Jolene weighs just 1.1kg-1.35kg empty, lighter than most traditional leather bags on the market (1.5–2kg). Even fully loaded (about 3–4kg), our structured center-of-gravity design distributes the weight evenly, so the grip still feels balanced. It's not “weightless”, but “steady and organized”—keeping you composed even when carrying a lot.

👉 If you care more about feeling “almost no weight at all”, the 800g Ada will suit you better.

Q3: Will it lose its shape once fully packed?

A: No noticeable deformation.

Jolene uses a structured silhouette design, so even when fully loaded, the bag keeps its crisp, business-ready shape without sagging or bulging. Its microfiber leather holds its form well, and the well-planned internal compartments keep every item in its place, neat from the inside out.

Q4: What work scenarios does it suit?

A: High-intensity office scenarios, for example:

  • Fixed office commuting (carrying a laptop + documents daily)
  • Multi-device / multi-document users
  • Short business trips (pairs with a luggage strap for easy attachment)

It handles everyday needs as well as the professional demands of occasional travel.

Q5: How is it different from the other three styles?

A:

Style-Core Positioning-Max Laptop Size-Weight-Carry Method

Potter|Flexible switching · all-purpose|13”|880g|Hand, backpack, shoulder

Jolene|Capacity-first · heavy-duty work|15“-16”|1.1kg-1.35kg|Mainly hand-carry

Ada|Lightweight-first · daily commuting|16”|800g|Mainly hand-carry

Amal|Form-first · business flagship|14”|1.05kg|Hand, backpack, shoulder

Q6: What if I'm not sure which one to choose?

A:  Then ask yourself two questions

1.“Do I need to carry a lot every day?”

16” laptop + documents + water bottle + makeup bag + charger… you need it all? → Choose Jolene

Just the basics—13” laptop + phone + small items is enough? → Keep reading

② “Do I care more about capacity, or more about being lightweight?”

Capacity-first, willing to accept a bit more weight (1.1kg-1.35kg) in exchange for “fitting everything” → Choose Jolene

Lightweight-first, want the ultra-light 800g feel → Go with Ada

One-line decision:

If you “carry a lot, have a heavy work pace, and need to bring everything”—Jolene is your best match.

And of course, feel free to message us anytime—we're happy to give you a personalized recommendation! 😊