I had this bag in white --- totally loved it, but when I brought it home, I was having a hard time getting into and out of the bag especially with the strap getting in the way. The bag is very heavy, too, and when I put my daily things in it, the bag was even heavier. Plus I couldn't get over the open top even with the strap. Don't get me wrong, I wish I had a better experience with this bag --- it is sooooo beautiful. The MC Rita worked out better for me in the end.