I was a little nervous about this bag when I first got it; I'm short and have had a hard time finding a backpack that fits my size comfortably. I wanted something to replace my big purse, because the single-strap bags have been hurting my back and shoulders, something to use on my commute.
FIRST IMPRESSIONS: Right out of the box, it was very stiff and crisp - as expected of a canvas bag. The straps were also a bit rough and stiff on my bare shoulders, but if I wore something with sleeves like a t-shirt, it was alright. The shoulder straps felt a bit wide for me, and would rub against my inner upper arms a bit. I was a little worried about this, but continued to use the bag since it was only $50, a pretty great price for bags in general. The inner lining has a peppermint pattern to it, and I find it extremely attractive against its black exterior. There's a front compartment (still under the flap) with a zipper, where I tend to store my wallet and keys. It's actually easy to access without having to lift up the flap.
ONE MONTH LATER:
After some time, I've come to think this bag is perfect! The straps and the rest of the bag have softened with use, and it no longer bothers me as I wear it, even without sleeves. It's lightweight, slim, and very attractive. I like the minimalist aesthetic to it and really appreciate that it hugs my body closely (I chose to tighten the shoulder straps quite a bit), much appreciated since you don't want a backpack to stick out far from your person when you ride a crowded subway train. Speaking of the shoulder straps, they are exceptionally easy to tighten and loosen without having to take off the bag. This is a really nice touch, and makes it very easy to adjust when I put it on and realize I want to loosen the straps to compensate for the large bulk I put in the bag.
This has been a GREAT substitution for a purse during my daily commute. I fit my breakfast, my lunch, a sketchbook and pencil case, a notebook, a sweater, all at the same time. It can definitely fit a 15" MacBook Pro, and has also fit my medium-sized Intuos tablet!! The tablet is a little taller than the height of the bag itself. I see there are other reviewers who don't think their 15" MacBook Pro can't fit -- they probably did not adjust the leather belt strap on the front. Like a regular belt, you can move it to the last hole to give yourself more slack, so you can close it. Totally works great :) The magnetic closure on the belt works well too; it has never disconnected itself, even after I shoved 6lb of produce in to this backpack and it looked more like a duffel bag than a slim backpack.
My back and shoulders feel a lot better now that I don't carry my crap all on one side anymore. Highly recommended product!
| Department | Unisex-adult |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Herschel Luggage child code |
| Item model number | 10486-03003-OS |
| Product Dimensions | 12.7 x 30.48 x 35.56 cm; 700 Grams |
| ASIN | B07K58DFCL |
