This bag is perfect for me. I'm not a big purse-girl and am just as happy not to be burdened with one. But sometimes you need to carry ... stuff. Ladies, you know what mean :-D This bag fits the bill for toting your iPad, phone, wallet, and even a flask of wine, if that's your thing (it's mine, sometimes!). It's durable enough for the price, in my opinion. I like the messenger bag style as I'm more of the casual sort. It's great "secret movie pocketbook" for when you want hit the flicks, but don't want to spend $5 on a box of Snowcaps. Hey! I'm cheap! Otherwise, I would've splurged on a pricier bag. Anyway, I'm happy with it, so mission accomplished.