I picked this purse because I liked the metal decorations on the outside and I liked the character and design the purse had.  It's not just plain and boring looking, you know?  I like a purse with some "character".  I actually bought this as a Christmas present for a friend of mine, and after I got it home and took it out to see what it looked like, I wished that I could keep it for myself instead!! But I sent it on to my friend.  And she liked it too!  I also like that it came in a cloth drawstring bag to keep it protected.  Very happy with this purse.... might just have to get one for me!!! :)