The name weekender is a misnomer. This is a purse, with bail handles. It is not the exact noted dimensions and just small enough to now equate to a purse size rather than a weekender. It is light weight compared to the older Classic style,small weekender a true great small carry on travel bag/satchel purse.  This Essentials has different pockets which for a purse is better. This bag does have the bottom re-inforced for support.  If you enjoy a satchel purse that is durable and light weight with a removeable over body strap, this is great. Longchamps had updated there nylon collection with a bail handle and body strap. This is not as stylish, but much more versatile. Think, LV satchel with strap.
I can only hope LeSportsac keeps a small weekender with bottom support and supports the bottom of the rest of this collection.