I bought this bag to accommodate a laptop computer and books, portfolio, etc., for an adjunct teaching job on a campus where I don't have a private office and have classes in different buildings. I wanted something that would be distinctive and attractive, but stand out from the students' backpacks & messenger bags.This bag is quite roomy -I can load it up with laptop with power converter & mouse, portfolio stuffed full of papers, and still fit in a couple of thick textbooks and a water bottle in the main compartment. The padded pocket in the main compartment accommodates my Toshiba Satellite (15.4" screen) easily and has a strap with velcro closure to keep it in place. The main compartment zips closed on top, and the flap fastens over it. This is a nice feature, because you don't risk spilling the contents of the main compartment if the bag falls over while the flap is unfastened.
On the back of the bag is a zip-top sleeve useful for slipping in a few folders or papers with easy access when the front flap is fastened. On the front of the bag is a large, flat zipped compartment, with storage area for pens, note cards, etc.; this is covered when the flap is closed. There is also a zipped compartment in the outside of the flap. The flap secures with two adjustable-length web straps with plastic latches, each of which could easily be unlatched with one hand.
On one end of the bag is a tall narrow pocket with a top flap, which can hold a phone (I use it to store dry-erase markers); on the other end is a mesh pocket that might be intended for a water bottle, but it is too narrow for most -it might accommodate one of those tall, narrow energy drinks, but is too slim for soda can. I use it to keep a lanyard on which I carry classroom keys, because I can see through the mesh and verify at a glance that I've got my keys. The shoulder strap is a good length, made of wide webbing, but unpadded; it would probably get uncomfortable if carrying the bag fully loaded, so I bought a fleecy pad (the sort designed for auto seat shoulder belts) and find it quite comfortable to carry.
Overall, I think this bag is an excellent value. The fabric is tough but not heavy, and the print is quite bright and cheery. I think it should hold up quite well to frequent use. I've bought other bags that looked sturdier, but they were so heavy and ugly that they didn't see much use. I'm glad to have something that is perky and distinctive AND roomy and well-organized.
