I bought this bag in black for my niece's law school graduation gift. She has her first job, and the ole college backpack just won't cut it! I wanted a nice looking bag without paying several hundred dollars. It is a little shiny and stiff, but it's leather and will soften with use. She has a MacBook Pro 15", and she says it fits! I would buy this again for someone who needs to look professional. It's not overly large or bulky; just the right amount of space to hold a few files, writing accessories, and ,of course, the laptop! Great purchase! :)