I have eyed up this bag online for some time, and when I got a $10 coupon in the mail, I finally bit the bullet and ordered it. Having read the reviews and looked at the dimensions, I went with the large size. When it came, instead of being 16 inches wide, as shown on the website, it is a whopping 21 inches wide and gigantic! I cannot imagine anyone carrying this around for casual use. Since I wanted something that could tote my kid's gear around, library books, etc., and semi double as a purse, the large size of the Large was out of the question. I would urge LL Bean to update their website with accurate measurements. When I called to do the exchange, my $10 coupon was honored, but the bag went up in price by $5 within the week since I ordered it, so I lost that money. Not overly pleased with the whole transaction.
Extremely durable, waterproof, lightweight, and perfect for carrying just about anything. The black color makes it look a bit more classy compared to standard off-white canvas. Highly recommend this, especially when it's on sale!
love love love my bag!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Since it arrived, I have not stop using it. It fits all my needs. I carry my lunch, a book, makeup bag, sunnies and cellphone. Every girl should have one. So stylish too!!!!!!