I already owned the black version of this purse so was looking for another one in a similar style, but in a different color.  The red and brown color in this work great for fall.

This purse is surprisingly useful since I can fit so much into it - the purse itself weighs so little that, even when full, it still isn't too heavy. I originally bought one of these for traveling since I wanted something small that didn't take up too much room when flying, yet was roomy enough to carry all I need to take with me.

I love the tiny pockets on the front:  the zippered one is exactly the right size to carry an iPhone, and as there is a zip it is secure and the phone won't fall out.  The smaller, open, pocket on the front is the perfect size to tuck tickets, receipts, even a small emery board.  This is particularly useful when I travel in cities that use subways since the ticket or rail card need to be accessible to run through machines frequently - it fits perfectly in this little pocket and saves me having to open up the whole purse to search for it each time I want to use it.

The pockets and the space inside are plenty big enough to carry keys, wallet, etc.  The only reason I gave it four stars instead of five: the black version of this purse stands up much more easily on the leather base - this one, for some strange design reason, won't stand up straight, it leans slightly, no matter how you load it up.  I think the base has been applied slightly off center, but this is not a big deal since most times I am wearing the purse anyway or prop it up against something when I am not using it.  I am pretty sure this is probably only an issue with mine (or some) so don't let this put you off buying it if you like it - it's a great purse and definitely the most useful one I have ever used.  If they bring out more colors then I will buy more, especially as the price is pretty good compared to other purses.

I have also washed my black purse on a cold wash in my machine and it came out looking brand new - haven't tested out with this one yet but I would expect it to come out the same since the fabric is the same.