I would like to participate in your "real life" bag.
Here is my take on the bag that I've owned for 1 year:
The design of the bag is absolutely beautiful. I especially love the plaited handles. The bag is considered little towards the heavy side. It is roomy, however due to the small opening (as compared to the base), the bag is good to carry loads of small to medium sized items, definitely an hassle to try to stuff a big item through the opening. The bag is more than enough for my daily used and can easily fit: 400ml water bottle, keys, wallet, card holder, small make-up purse, compact camera, mobile phone, sunglasses, winter scarf, hat and gloves. Because I hate digging out my mobile in my usual full up bag, I normally would hang a cute little mobile phone carry case inside the bag so as not to further complicate the look.
The strap is also a bit too thin for a comfortable shoulder carrying I must admit. I would avoid long hours shoulder carrying if I have got loads in the bag.
I normally use the bag as it is but there are days I would tie a black flower corsage to give it a daintier look.
All in all, I love this bag very much and it has earned me many compliments!
Thanks
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Doreen
New Zealand
Blog: http://doreenkuok.blogspot.com
