Exactly what I was looking for
Reviewed in the United States on January 26, 2017
I searched for a long time for the right bag and was even willing to spend a lot for it. I wanted these features: (1) at least one exterior side pocket for a water bottle or umbrella; (2) exterior pockets; (3) needs to fit my MacBook Pro; (4) different carrying options; and (5) not ugly. This backpack/purse is the only one I could find that fits all criteria. First, the material is soft and thick, and feels sturdy. Second, having two exterior side pockets for both a water bottle and a small umbrella is an extra bonus, for sure. The other exterior pockets are roomy and handy for quick access to things, and there is a "security" zippered pocket in the back that may be good for passports or sensitive papers. The interior has 2 zippered pockets and 3 open pockets. In in the main compartment, I can fit my MacBook Pro (and in its protective, padded sleeve), cord, my foldable keyboard, mouse, a notebook, and still have room for a little bit more. It is not too heavy and fits well both on my shoulder and as a backpack. And, the price makes it all worth it.
Cheap Zipper Pulls...
Reviewed in the United States on May 20, 2017
Nice backpack with lots of pockets. The two inside slip pockets are rather small, but that's ok. The issue I have is one of the zipper pulls came off already. I received the bag today, and used it today. Exactly two hours later, a zipper pull was missing. I read reviews of the weak zipper pulls and hoped that I wouldn't have that issue, but alas, I have the same issue. *sigh
Handy bag
Reviewed in the United States on April 12, 2017
Overall I love the bag! I'm not happy that after 2 weeks I have already lost the tags on the zippers. If it wasn't for this I would give 5 stars
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 28, 2017
I have never been in the slightest bit interested in handbags except for their practicality. However, I have to say that I actually love this bag! I am a childminder so am used to carrying around a hiking type of rucksack, and even ended up using that for days I'm not working. So I decided I wanted a change, and to look a bit smarter. This bag is everything I need in a bag. It has lots of pockets inside and is quite a deep bag- it is as deep as an A4 folder but I think the zip might break if you used it for folders - A5 size would be fine. It has a water bottle pocket/umbrella pocket (?) on each side. I love the fact it has 3 types of handles - rucksack/handle/shoulder strap. I bought the red colour and it looks like the colour in the photo.Great price, too. Zips and clips seem sturdy. The material it is made from is also very soft. Now if someone can make size 10 ladies shoes that make me feel this good, then I'll be happy!!
Great bag for a Nurse Practitioner
Reviewed in the United States on May 19, 2018
I flipped back and forth between several bags - some inexpensive and some rather expensive. As a Nurse Practitioner that goes between an office practice and rounding at a nursing home, I was looking for an all purpose bag that was not bulky that held a lot. I read the reviews about the zipper pulls breaking off - new zipper pulls were not a big deal if needed. There was an odor to the bag upon arrival. It was the new smell. After airing out it was not as bad. I have taken several photos to share what I did with the bag and what I carry in it.As the photos show, it holds a lot in its inner and outer pockets. I carry my leather daytimer planner, a few normal sized folders (sometimes a notebook or a magazine too), my Ipad in its keyboard case and my stethoscope. The stethoscope only goes on the outside in between floors of the nursing home.I like that I can get my practice notebook in the front pocket with a pen. My biz cards are in the back outer pocket so I can grab them quickly. The side pockets hold my phone and keys. I love the small handle on the top that I use to hang from the headrest hooks in my car (also an Amazon purchase), the top shoulder strap for putting it over my arm and the backpack straps for carrying it around, leaving my hands free. The material is very nice. I have gotten many compliments on it since using it. I may actually buy another one in a different color.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 23, 2018
This is one of the most useful bags I have ever owned. It is almost perfect in every way bar one. For me it has one flaw. The shoulder strap is too short for me to wear the bag over my head and across my body. An extendable strap would have made it quite perfect and definitely worth 5 stars. I have been able to adapt it by using an extendable strap I had but this is not very attractive and detracts from the lovely appearance of the bag. Is there any way I can obtain sn extendable shoulder strap to match. That would be fantasticâ¼ï¸
Great bag while it lasted
Reviewed in the United States on December 21, 2016
I love this bag! It's even better than I imagined - the material is soft and it has 4 zippered pockets apart from the main compartment which is great; I really hope it lasts...it looks very sturdy to me so I think it will! Update - lasted just under 2 years until the leather started peeling and 1 zipper failed so I brought it down to 4 stars...wish it had held up longer though because I really loved this bag
TOO SMALL. WILL NOT HOLD IPAD 12.9 COMFORTABLE
Reviewed in the United States on March 24, 2017
too small. it has an iPad 12.9 next to it. that made me think an iPad 12.9 would fit in it with not issues but it don't. the iPad will fit in it but it will stretch the zipper and not much more will be able to go in it. it may hold a smaller i pad but not a computer and not a 12.9 iPad
very good bag. Has a funny new smell and the ...
Reviewed in the United States on January 23, 2017
very good bag. Has a funny new smell and the side pockets usually used for a traveling cup is a little snug...however it has lots of pockets, smaller than the usual bulky backpack but enough room for all the things I usually carry including 2 extra cloth bags for when I do my shopping. I love it!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 16, 2018
I am very pleased with this back pack! When it arrived I thought there was no way it would fit all my stuff but I was very surprised when I got my laptop, cables, note book, wallet, make up bag, 2 phones and other bits and pieces in it. I couldn't believe it. It's comfortable and has loads of pockets and zips to keep train tickets, keyes ect in it and I even fit my water bottle on the side. Honestly I am so surprised that this little back pack could take so much stuff!!! It smelled a bit funny for like a day, but once aired it was fine. I went for the blue and honestly it looks like leather but happy it's not and that was part of the attraction for me.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 23, 2018
Iâve beeb looking for a backpack for work for ages and Iâm so happy I took a chance on this one. Itâs really sturdy, lots of pockets and comfortably holds A4 documents. Great to have a pocket on the back to safely store a phone. Also very comfy to wear and straps seem very secure.The colour is more of a vivid red than the pictures showed.
Very good for the price
Reviewed in the United States on January 26, 2018
I really like this purse, and have been using it all winter and fall. It says "leather" in the description, but then the tag says "man-made leather," whatever that is. It seems to be holding up well. I can really fit tons of stuff in here; not my laptop, but my large iPad and at least one or two books, along with my wallet, make-up, etc. The only problem is that there are so many pockets (inside and out) that I usually end up going through all of them to find my stuff: but that's just my lack of organization. A real nice backpack purse for the price.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 6, 2018
The quality of this bag surpasses all expectations. It will last a life time. My only tiny reservation is that because the materials are so robust and of such a high quality the bag is a little heavier than I had expected. Really though ... it looks fabulous. Colour is absolutely true to the image and it is an excellent purchase and value for money.
