I ordered this for the camel color and was disappointed that it had to be reversed from the black, which meant the seams are on the outside; very disappointing. I guess if I had studied the photos more closely I could have seen this. The bag is very roomy though and will fit my needs for a large tote to carry on the airplane so I will keep it. I did not notice a smell at all like some reported. My only other wish would be for something to be added to the straps to make them stay on the shoulder instead of falling off. Overall, a very nice, roomy tote.