I can stuff this tote with all sort of thing -lrb- book , shoe , sweater , makeup -rrb- , and it stand up to the task . it be great as a everyday `` schlepp '' bag , or as a carry on for the plane . I like that I can either throw it on my shoulder or carry it by the strap without it drag on the ground . it look fashionable , coordinate with all the gray and black in my wardrobe , and compare to many of the top brand out there -lrb- City Sac , Kate Spade , etc -rrb- and at $ 29 , you can not beat the value .