I wanted to buy a leather bag but didn’t want to spend hundred dollars. So the best option was this. I like the bag size, which can easily handle my wallet , keys , phone and makeup. And it has a good width. I can’t compare the quality with branded bags since they are more expensive than this. So if you don’t want to spent hundred dollars for very small (but nice finish) branded bag , this is the best choice.The leather is stiff, looks dry and light in color. So I applied mink oil to condition, give it a shine and look little darker because I personally prefer dark brown soft leather.Again this bag is a good alternative bag for a better price. I wish the sides of bag were more neat since the leather leather on sides look more wrinkled and not so neat.Anyway I’m happy with my purchase. This is what I can afford now. ;)Something went wrong. Some parts of the leather turned black. On other parts, there is a thin layer of grey-brown dust that is produced. This "dust" made the button for the outer compartment look rusty. I'm really disappointed. I've only had it for a week and two days really. I'm wondering if the leather wasn't properly treated or something. It's a shame because I REALLY loved this bag. I will definitely be returning it. I'm tempted to get a replacement. But I got it through a courier service that ships from the USA to my home country, so I'm wondering if it's even worth it because of the cost. It's going to cost me to return it in the first place, but I'm doing it on principle. I don't have the space for a bag that looks as if it might be slowly disintegrating anyway.I don't know what happened really. It looked wonderful for the first few days of having it. Then I put it down for a couple of days. And I see all this. It's weird and annoying.Like I said, I'm really disappointed.Update on January 29, 2020 - So I decided to take a chance and get it exchanged. Delivery was quick, but I got a bit of an unwelcome surprise: The style of the bag had changed. Now the seller had sent a note about the change, but it was one that I DIDN'T like. It has a far less rustic look, in fact it looks more like the cheap leather bags they make nowadays. Additionally, the straps are much thinner, which for me, spoils the look even more. To be fair to the sellers, the leather is clearly strong, but the overall look of the bag is a cheap one. I think the sellers should have at least update all of the photoson Amazon to reflect the change in style, so that browsing buyers can know exactly what they are potentially purchasing. If they decide to go back to making it in the original style, I will be one of the first customers to buy! :)But for now... I just gave that bag to my mother, because she doesn't mind it too much and I couldn't be bothered with returning this one, because it would cost me money again ( I had to get it shipped to my home country). I really wish that the first bag that I bought had worked out, it would have been perfect if not for the leather seemingly going bad. Anyway... Back to browsing for a handcrafted leather bag! Sigh...I ONLY use crossbody pocketbooks. Anyone who ever rides public transportation understands why. But crossbody purses tend to run small, or at least that’s been my experience. Finding one that’s big enough to carry what I need is a challenge. I was happy to find this one.It took a couple of tries to set up this bag, but it’s plenty big enough to fit everything with several compartments to make access easier.I did not notice a strong smell like other reviewers had mentioned, but the bag is really stiff. That doesn’t bother me but if you want soft leather, this isn’t the purse for you.So far it seems quite durable, which is great for me. I carry this bag every day so I need something that will hold up to heavy use. It’s also decent looking so it looks good with slacks or a dress.Color was a little darker than I was expecting but it has grown on me. Size is perfect for me. I've been using wristlets for the past couple years and decided a change was needed to something a little bigger. This will hold a decent sized wallet. I did take the purse with me to make sure the wallet would fit before I bought it. Also my many keys and phone with plenty of room left over. Quality seems good although I've had it for less than a month. Overall I like it. Be careful if you have loose credit cards because if it tips over they could spill out. I had that happen a couple times until I got a wallet (again wristlet I had I only had room for loose cards so no need for a wallet). Theres no zipper on the main compartment. Only one inside for holding feminine products.I absolutely love raw leather. And this purse is no exception. The craftsmanship is superb. The strap on this purse is reinforced. Buy it. You won’t be disappointedthis is exactly what I was looking for. It IS real leather. And there was no funky smell as described in other reviews. There are 2 things preventing me from giving it a 5 star review. The snaps came with plastic around them, which is difficult to remove. Me and my arthritis ridden hands could not get it all off. Luckily they are on the inside flap. And the other is the snaps themselves. The are so hard to connect that I have given up trying to snap the front closed. I'm sure they would lock together tightly and not upen up, if in fact I could get them to meet.My wife adores this purse! She gets compliments and is still amazed at how much she can fit into this and still easily locate whatever she needs all while looking great!Only con is that the latch on the purse, not the flap, broke off after it’s first encounter with a door handle.Such a cute bag and it’s the perfect size for my everyday needs. It easily fits my iPhone, my wallet, a case for my glasses and some tiny things like a compact, lipstick and such. It’s adjustable strap is excellent for wearing it as a cross body. The leather is a pretty color and patina and although it’s stiff now (usually all leather is stiff when new) I think it’s going to soften up. The lining, pockets and zipper all seem to be good quality. I’d be happy to purchase other styles from this brand as I have seen the good quality for a good price.