The North Face Borealis Tote Black

A tote bag often means trading structure for style — but the Borealis Tote, built as the super-functional tote version of The North Face's iconic Borealis backpack, refuses that compromise entirely. At a generous 22 litres, it carries your everyday essentials and considerably more, while staying genuinely organised throughout the day.

The stand-up design is one of those small details that makes a real difference — pack and unpack with the bag standing upright rather than slumping over, keeping the main compartment easily accessible from every angle. Inside, the zippered main compartment includes a secure-zip pocket for valuables, while a padded 16" laptop compartment (33cm x 27.4cm) protects tech without adding unnecessary bulk to the overall carry.

The signature bungee compression on the front and sides is the feature that sets this tote apart from a standard carry-all — securing additional gear externally and keeping everything tightly in place no matter how the day unfolds. Two durable water bottle pockets add further versatility, easily doubling as multi-use storage with quick-draw smartphone access built into one side for genuinely fast retrieval.

An external secure-zip pocket handles quick-access items, easy-to-use YKK® zippers ensure smooth operation throughout, and the bag can be carried over the shoulder or worn as a backpack — adapting to however the day actually unfolds.

At just 580g and built from durable, water-repellent ripstop fabric, the Borealis Tote brings genuine backpack functionality to a tote silhouette.

Built for everyday adventures, however you choose to carry it — shop the full North Face range NZ wide with us today.