The pros:

This is an elegantly sleek and sophisticated cross-body handbag, which in most cases would be an oxymoron, and it is made with top-notch glazed leather. You can fit so much in this handbag because it is really the size of a regular bag. I purchased it in the taupe color Stone, and it is a perfect neutral shade.

The cons:

I am 5'4" and slender. Here's where that nice, roomy size becomes a drawback. The dimensions of the bag were overwhelming on someone my height and build. Even with the strap adjusted to its shortest length, this large handbag hit me almost mid-thigh, which was not a good luck and not comfortable at all. Another problem with the size is that although the bag itself is fairly light, you are tempted to fill it up as you would a regular handbag, which might give you some serious aches and pains in your neck and shoulder.

I think if you are much taller and perhaps bigger overall, you might be able to get away with... Read more

This bag is ideal for traveling with an iPad2. it is lightweight when empty, and has the good finish and detail I expect from a Hobo bag.
What the 3-star reviewer says is true -- one must resist the urge to overfill this bag, for it is quite roomy. for a recent week vacation in san francisco, I wanted the ipad handy all the time, but hands free to drag luggage or hang on a cable car. This bag is perfect.

After reading the mixed reviews I am very pleased with my purchase. The handbag is a perfect size...not too large and not too small. I'm 5'3 with petite frame and found this handbag to fit me well. I love the size so much I will purchase another color.