This is my new favorite bag. Here's why...
I'm one of those people who uses one bag until it is worn to the point of falling apart before I will buy another one.  My old tote was starting to lose it's straps, so I've been looking for a replacement.<br /><br />This bag is perfect for me.  First, it is gorgeous. It looks so much better in person than I expected.  The leather has a a lovely patina and hand-dyed look that I'm sure will look even better as it ages. The acorn brown color is warm and beautiful. The design is interesting yet timeless. It can be worn with a variety of styles of clothing.  Second, it is solidly made.  The straps are sturdy, the stitching is precise and the zippers are made of metal.  I really like the brass swivel clips for the long shoulder strap as well. There are metal feet on the bottom of the bag that will protect it from wear and tear.  Third, this bag has lots of pockets and can hold everything I need to tote with me.  I like that it is large enough to carry my fifteen-inch laptop and music binders in addition to the plethora of other items I normally drag around with me. Finally, this is a great value. At the time of this review, it was priced at fifty dollars, which is less than half the cost of similar quality bags I've previously owned.<br /><br />Some other considerations about this are that while the leather carries a freshly worked scent, it is faint and smells quite nice.  Also, as an added bonus, there was a lovely, small, colorful, purse tucked inside.  It has a traditional Indian embroidered and beaded design.  Both bags are lovely. The only thing I don't like about this bag is that the leather is thin. This doesn't seem to affect the sturdiness of the bag. It is sewn doubled up in many places, so the bag itself is very strong. I anticipate this bag will last many years and will be a great replacement for my well worn old tote.
Rating: 5 stars