I bought this particular "On the Go" Vera Bradley for a birthday gift for my mom next week.  I personally began using "On the Go" Vera Bradleys after my wallet was stolen out of my "Mandy" Vera Bradley while shopping.  I had placed the Mandy in the child seat of the grocery cart when someone lifted my wallet. Amazing how easily someone can steal your wallet without you noticing.  I wanted a bag with the long handle strap that I could loop over my head and keep the bag under my arm.  Hopefully preventing another theft.  This one is a little smaller than Mandy, but the extra security of having it attached to my body, and under my arm, is a bonus for me.