I bought this bag about two years ago. It's held up to the heavy weight of my possessions. The threads and lining are all very good, and it makes me happy whenever I carry it around, or open it. All of the compartments are convenient, for holding many sets of keys, makeup, medium sized notebooks, multiple cheque books, and multiple purses. It can take the weight, more than my shoulder can.

I don't like handbags with long skinny straps, so I immediately took that off and put it away. However, I do wish the hand strap was just an inch longer. That way I could fit it more comfortably on my shoulder, and tucked under my arm. This can be done, especially if you don't pack the bag to heavily. It also carries well in the crook of your arm/elbow.

It's durable, and easy to stash away, hang on a chair, rest on a table, or place on your lap and still multi-task. My Pijushi works very hard and still looks good, and is a conversation piece. Everyone I meet wants to have one.