it sounds like those 'crinkle' cat toys, so it's made out of cheap nylon (thin and stiff). the stitching on one outer mesh pocket is coming out even though i only just packed it. besides the usual purse stuff (wallet, cell, lip gloss, meds), it also fits my sunscreen but not my keys or glasses or meditation beads or mini water bottle or hat&gloves. it replaced a few pouches i used to keep my purse organized and it will definitely help me transfer from my work purse to my weekend purse, but it didn't really make things more compact per se. i got the medium and want to try the large (periea is the only retailer that also offered small and large) but it's oos, damnit.  it's not sturdy, but i hope it will be useful for a while. either way, i'll be looking for a larger purse and hope that the large size organizer will be offered again.