This tote is much bigger than I thought. I like the fact that it has a flap pocket outside the main compartment where credit cards, keys, pen...can be easily reached without having to search all over the big bag. I've been looking for a functional, nice looking bag for a long, long time. By far this is the best. It keeps everthing organized. For its size, it can be used as an overnight tote. I don't smell any chemical smell at all.