I've had this bag for a few weeks now and I am so pleased I bought it. I frequently purchase bags in stores, but only use them for a couple of days because they do not hold up the way I need them to. I carry LOTS of stuff in my purses and I need there to be some privacy so that people can't just look into the purse and see everything. I've become incredibly particular about this. This bag holds my 7x9" spiral calendar that is 1.75 inches thick, a bag of lipsticks, a wooden fan, my wallet, my checkbook, a 3x4x1 notebook, and a few things I shouldn't tell you about online. AND even with all of that in it, it looks great. I especially like the buckled flap to help conceal the contents, I never take time to zip the top closed. If that's not enough, the two zippered pockets on the outside hold the medications I need to have with me all the time. It's perfect for hanging over my shoulder yet it doesn't drag the ground if I carry it in my hand. I haven't been this pleased with a purse in 20 years!