This purse is bigger than I expected - I guess I did not do a good job when I compared the measurements with another handbag.  I was planning to return it, but dragged my feet until it was too late (I bought it directly from Kate Spade).  Now I find myself using it much more than the smaller&nbsp;<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/Kate-Spade-New-York-Cobble-Hill-Aleah-Shoulder-Bag/dp/B008DBXD9I/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">Kate Spade New York Cobble Hill-Aleah Shoulder Bag</a>&nbsp;I got to replace it.

The purse itself is nice.  The leather is pebbled cowhide, not the fine leather I prefer, but it still feels good.  What I like best about this is my ipad 2 fits perfectly in the zippered compartment.  I can unzip it, slide the ipad in sideways, and zip it back up. The ipad is protected by the heavy leather on the back and the entire purse contents in the front.  I still use my thin cover, but I like that it not only adds extra protection, but I can bring my iPad without it being noticeable.  Great for travel.