I couldn't decide whether to rate this as a three- or four-star item. It is very functional, simple, and machine washable. However, after the first wash, the top closure flap faded in an ugly wrinkle pattern. The weird and ugly wrinkle patterns have continued to accumulate. None of my other garments or bags have ever had this problem, so I suspect the manufacturer used subpar black dye on the canvas. How many stars should be deducted for this sort of aesthetic shortcoming is subjective. I still have four stars worth of liking for the bag, even with its funny faded wrinkle pattern.