Was looking for a compact shoulder bag for use around town and ease to carry while shopping. I ordered 3 different Baggalini's to try out. This bag won by a mile. great inside pouches and areas for storage with minimal bulk. Easily lays by your side underneath your arm and elbow so that it is more difficult for a snatcher to grab. Small enough to fit into a larger bag. Only 2 neutral-to-negative comments. The strap is very long, hence doubled so fussier than a single strap would be. And the overall construction of the bag is not as elegant as it might be. But all in all, a big YES!