I originally bought this purse as a bag to carry my netbook (a 10" laptop computer) through the airport in. I also planned on using it to carry my computer elsewhere too, so I needed one that would be big, but not a huge tote bag. I chose this bag, and it was a good choice!

So why a 4/5? Well, despite its good looks, most of that leather-looking strapping is actually fake. The only real leather is located on the inside of the top lip, just above the zipper for the large main compartment. That wouldn't be such a huge deal, but it would have been nice if even the shoulder straps had been real leather so they might be a little more comfortable on the shoulder. They are however, the perfect length for me personally... long enough that I don't have to struggle to swing it onto my shoulder, but not too long that I have to worry about pickpockets.

Other than the fakeness, it's a great bag. The zipper pulls are unique and useful. The rivets through the plastic straps all over the bag give it a sturdy, durable feel. The inside compartments are handy without getting in the way. And it's large enough to carry a decent amount of items (or to squeeze in a 10" netbook) but not look TOO large. This is the largest purse I've ever owned and quite honestly, it's the perfect size.

I recommend this bag - ESPECIALLY if you're a lady with a trusty little netbook (a 9" would fit even better) and are looking for something stylish and comfortable... way better than those laptop sleeves!