Wildfool The Cortona Crossbody — detail view

The Cortona Crossbody

Beige
$89.00
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Wildfool The Cortona Crossbody — detail view

The Cortona Crossbody

Soft pebbled cowhide crossbody, 22 cm, 400 g. Comes with its elephant.

$89.00
ColorBeige
● In stock · Estimated delivery Nov 2 – Nov 7Ships in 1–3 business days · tracked worldwide shipping · free over USD $100
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From customers

★★★★★

“the smell when it arrived, proper leather, none of that chemical thing”

Heather F. · The Matera Woven Pouch
★★★★☆

“carries a laptop, two folders and a water bottle. looks way more grown up than a backpack”

Zadie C. · The Palermo Woven Tote
★★★★★

“it looks exactly like the photos which i never trust until the box is open”

Nadia R. · The Portofino Raffia Basket Tote

About this item

Soft cowhide, real grainPebbled hide soft enough to slouch, springy enough to hold the flap's curve — real leather at 400 g, about the weight of a paperback.
Knots, not bucklesThe 135 cm strap adjusts by pull-through knots — wear it crossbody or short on the shoulder, and the braid is part of the look.
Three spaces, no black holeA zipped centre divider, a slip pocket and two open compartments — phone, lipstick and a power bank each get their own spot.
The elephant comes tooEvery colour ships with its own little elephant charm on a silver-tone chain. The snap hardware is vacuum-plated to keep its finish.
Specifications
Material
Soft cowhide leather, pebbled grain
Strap
Microfibre, approx. 135 cm (53.1 in), knot-adjustable
Size
22 × 11 × 12 cm (8.7 × 4.3 × 4.7 in)
Weight
400 g
Strap drop
approx. 65 cm (25.6 in) worn crossbody (adjustable)
Structure
Magnetic-snap flap · zipped centre divider · 2 open compartments · slip pocket
Hardware
Silver-tone vacuum-plated snap and chain
Comes with
Elephant bag charm
Color
Beige · Espresso · Black · Ivory
Shipping & Returns

Shipping. We take 1–3 business days to prepare yours with care, then it ships worldwide (free over $100) and arrives about 2 weeks after you order. You'll receive a tracking link the moment it's on its way. Weekend and peak-season orders may take a little longer.

Returns. We accept returns within 30 days of delivery. If an item arrives damaged or incorrect, we'll make it right and cover return shipping. If you simply change your mind, we'll gladly issue a refund once the item is returned to us — in this case return shipping is the customer's responsibility. To start a return, email Care@wildfool.life.

Care
Real cowhide takes weather better than it takes neglect: wipe it dry soon after rain, and keep it away from prolonged sun, heat and anything corrosive. When the bag is new, avoid long rubbing against light-coloured fabrics — pigment transfer works both ways. Marks lift with a well-wrung damp cloth, and a neutral leather conditioner each season keeps the hide supple. Store it lightly stuffed in its dust bag, somewhere cool. The grain softens and deepens with use — that's the leather settling in, not wearing out.
  • Wipe clean
  • Keep dry
  • Condition the leather
  • Away from heat
  • Out of direct sun
  • Store in dust bag
Read the full care guide

Read before you buyIs woven leather real leather?

Questions? Email Care@wildfool.life or read the FAQ →

Pair it with
The Magnolia Bag Charm $39.00
The Pomegranate Charm $28.00
The Tulip Bag Charm $28.00
The Wishknot Trio Charm $37.00
The Modena Card Wallet $42.00
THE PARTS

Knot strap, magnetic flap, its own elephant.

The Cortona Crossbody — Knot-adjustable strap
01
KNOT-ADJUSTABLE STRAP
Pull the braided knots to set the length. Crossbody or shoulder, no buckle.
The Cortona Crossbody — The elephant
02
THE ELEPHANT
Every colour comes with its own little elephant charm on a silver-tone clip.
The Cortona Crossbody — What fits
03
WHAT FITS
Phone, cushion compact, two lipsticks and a mascara, with the flap still closing.
The Cortona Crossbody — Magnetic snap
04
MAGNETIC SNAP
The flap lands on a slim magnetic stud. One hand to open, one soft click to close.
The Cortona Crossbody — Inside
05
INSIDE
A zipped centre divider and two open compartments keep small things from sinking.
The Cortona Crossbody — Pebbled cowhide
06
PEBBLED COWHIDE
Fine-grained hide that folds without creasing and shrugs off scuffs.
WORN

Off duty, beside the cup.

The Cortona Crossbody — worn
The Cortona Crossbody — worn
The Cortona Crossbody — worn
The Cortona Crossbody — worn
The Cortona Crossbody — worn
SOURCE × CRAFT
Soft pebbled cowhide folded into a curved flap. The knot-adjustable strap is microfibre — braided, not buckled — with a small elephant charm to finish.
SOFT COWHIDE · PEBBLED GRAIN
The Cortona Crossbody

Ten past nine, a café table for one. It sits beside the cup, small enough to leave room for the saucer.

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  • 5 stars: 27 (79%)
  • 4 stars: 6 (18%)
  • 3 stars: 1 (3%)
  • 2 stars: 0 (0%)
  • 1 star: 0 (0%)
P
P.A.
mini but roomy

deceptive amount of space in the main part.

K
K.G.
Well sewn

Checked all the seams, not a loose thread.

E
E.F.
Holiday bag

Wore it around the old town all week, held up

A
A.C.
happy customer

second wildfool bag, both keepers

R
R.D.
works crossbody or shoulder

knots make the change quick.

C
C.C.

charming little thing

D
D.H.
Cute but grown up

playful charm, serious leather.

A
A.H.
Pretty and practical

Knot strap means no broken buckle ever. Sits close to the body so it doesnt swing when i walk fast.

S
S.A.
black goes hard

the black with the little elephant is such a combo. magnetic snap is strong, one hand open!

L
L.B.
the click is satisfying

snap has a real firm close. fits phone, mini wallet and keys, so basically a night out sorted

S
S.F.
Elephant stays on

worried the charm would fall off. clip is secure.

T
T.E.
Weighed it out of curiosity

the listing says 400g, mine came in at 365 on my kitchen scale so even lighter. zipper runs smooth. divider keeps my receipts from disappearing into the bottom.

I
I.D.
soft pebble grain

the texture is fine and even all over. my teenage daughter keeps borrowing it which is the highest praise in this house

L
L.B.
Strap doesnt twist

The flat cut keeps it sitting straight. I was between this and a bigger bag and im glad i went small, it forces me to carry less and my shoulders thank me, the crossbody length is right without adjusting.

L
L.F.
Dressy enough

Worked with a blazer for a dinner thing. Dressy enough for dinner but ive also worn it with jeans and trainers.

H
H.H.
Understated look

Ok it just looks nice on, thats all im saying.

J
J.G.
Soft but structured

Flap keeps its line even squeezed in a suitcase. The stitching is tight and even all the way around, i checked because i always check.

G
G.F.
Petite approved

Doesnt swallow my frame like most crossbodies. Gave my old crossbody to charity a week after this arrived, no contest really, this one is softer, holds the same and the leather feels far nicer in the hand.

E
E.H.
Came gift ready

Dust bag and tidy box, gave it straight over. The hardware has kept its finish, no scratches showing yet.

A
A.F.
polished casual

elevates jeans without trying. the leather smelled amazing out of the box and has softened up nicely after a couple weeks

C
C.F.
My new daily

Wore it three days straight now. Soft leather but the flap keeps its curve, and the little elephant makes me smile every time I grab it. Strap knots let me wear it short over a coat too, didnt expect to use that but I do daily now

K
K.F.

good

D
D.K.
Charm chain feels delicate

Bag is great, no complaints there. The elephant charm chain is thinner than I expected and I worry about losing him. Keeping him clipped inside for now.

C
C.P.
Ivory shows marks

Love the bag itself and the ivory is beautiful but its already picked up a faint jean transfer mark on the back after a week. Mostly wiped off. Maybe go darker if you wear denim daily

M
M.O.
Three compartments is the win

Stuff doesnt all sink to the bottom anymore.

O
O.H.

cute everyday bag

Questions, answered

Will it fit what I carry every day?
Exact height, width and depth are listed under Specifications above — measure against your laptop, an A4 folder or your usual essentials before you order. If you're between two sizes, size up: soft woven bags hold their shape best when not overstuffed.
How do I keep it looking good?
Store it stuffed with tissue, away from long direct sun, and spot-clean with a barely damp cloth. The full routine for this material is under Care above — it takes minutes a season, not hours.
When will it arrive?
Each piece is made to order and ships worldwide — typically arriving 12–17 days after you order. Shipping is free on orders over USD $100.
What if it doesn't suit me?
You have 30 days to return it — details under Shipping & Returns above. No drama, no restocking games.
Do orders come with a gift?
Yes — orders from USD $54 automatically include a free gift, and bigger orders unlock better ones (up to a silk sleep mask at USD $299+). It's added in your cart, nothing to do.
Is checkout secure?
Yes — SSL-encrypted checkout with cards, PayPal, Apple Pay and Google Pay.