Roomy, plenty of pockets and versatile.  Buckles and straps are on snaps for easy access.  Under the top flap the opening is closed again with a duffle string, very pretty.  The fabric is soft.  Appears to be well made.  Very feminine (at least while it stays white) and has received many compliments from the girlfriends, and for a 12-year-old, that is all that matters -- a guarantee that she will keep using it.  UPDATE:  Over a year later the bag still looks great, no tears, clean, still enjoys using it.