I posted last week asking for help deciding on a bag. I ended up purchasing the Coach Brooklyn 28 in Merlot, and this Opelle Baby Ballet gently used for half the price on Mercari! Unfortunately the Brooklyn did not work out for me as it kept sliding off my shoulder and the strap was too firm/ rounded at the base to comfortably hold while on my shoulder, so I returned it.

But this Opelle bag checked all my boxes and I am very pleased sigh the size and quality! It even fits my 24 oz water bottle with room for more stuff. The craftsmanship is impecable and it’s some of the softest/ squishiest leather I’ve felt. I still want a burgundy bag eventually, but for now I’m at purse peace.