This nice quality leather bag is fairly large, but not at all heavy. It's by no means huge and with a sweet, super easy-to-train exterior slouch, there's no reason to feel obligated to fill it all the way. . .though you can, of course, if you want to.Its many style-enhancing pockets and compartments--there are 11 all told, in varying sizes from minute to roomy--keep all your necessities easy-to-find and at the ready so you're not digging about in frustration for your wallet or keys.Even if you're into big, leather bags but not into using pockets, it's still a perfect purse to simply toss your phone, makeup bag, and even a water bottle into.This is simply a gorgeous shoulder bag. If you're looking for a sign you should buy it, feel free to take this review as such. Mine wasn't smelly (as some said there's was at first), the leather isn't thin or cheap in quality, the dye is excellently done, the hardware is decent, and the accents are unique.But here's the caveat: if you really want to carry this bag as a crossbody, you might not like the long strap it comes with: it's leather on one side and a slightly abrasive synthetic with a touch of fraying (!!) on the other. Also, the hardware on the crossbody strap is a different quality than the rest of the purse--and not in a good way. I've attached a picture for your viewing pleasure. . .or displeasure as it may be.