The bag is beautiful! No doubt. However it is a very difficult bag to carry on the shoulder as the handles are way too short. Big disappointment. It's not a bag to take shopping. Too heavy, you have to wear it on your arm. I have neuropathy in my hands so this makes it painful. I've read multiple reviews complaining of the short handles and I concur. The buckle is miserable to deal with as the strap is very stiff and holds the buckle upright digging into your arm. Clearly designed by a man who doesn't carry a bag. On the plus side, its so beautiful and rich looking I really had to think long and hard whether to keep it or return it.I decided it's best used as a weekend bag or for carry on luggage. I'm keeping it. PS, using a child size model is ridiculous and gives the wrong impression. If the bag was not so beautifully ethnic, it would be going back.