Design and color are great. Have no complaints on that. The size is indeed deceiving. I took the given measurements with a grain of salt hoping perhaps the bag was elastic/expandable but honestly this isn't ideal for a gym bag. Anyone would like to fit spare clothes and perhaps shoes, a drink, headphones, and perhaps soap or spray for the gym. This bag would barely fit a pair of clothes and shoes at most without being squeezed. Disappointing because I love the design but if anyone is looking for a legitimate gym sized gym bag look elsewhere.