I’m adding a new category to The Souls of My Shoes to better divide up the content and put a little more structure around some of the outfit posts I publish from time to time. This category is called, “In my closet” which documents anything that’s been given to me, purchase out of my own wallet or something I already own.

Recently, I added another Roots handbag to my growing collection, the Village Satchel in denim. I am an unabashed admirer of Roots’ leather handbags. They all have an organic look and feel to them, and the sheer touch of one indicates great quality and care put into its construction.

I chose this satchel because most of the handbags I own are large in size. This is the perfect size handbag for travelling or carrying around my essentials with its multiple interior pockets, the shoulder strap and grab handle. The satchel is made from Roots’ Rustler leather which has the look and feel of suede, and over time it will become softer with use – I could run my hands over it all day long.

On a regular basis, Roots adds new handbag designs to its online store and I’ve just spotted my next purchase... the English Saddle.

Image gallery #2 courtesy of Roots