I took this purse to Italy and was very happy with the size. All I needed was something from my phone so I could use the camera, for my important cards and cash. I felt very safe with this Travelon purse. Other women in the tour group had
 a Travelon and they loved it also and felt very secure with this style purse knowing no one could cut the straps or get into it since the zipper can be Clipped closed.  I'm not into big purses so this was perfect. I'll use it on a regular basis and will likely order other colors in the same style