I love the belem! It fits a ton-but is not big enough for a magazin or a file. But it has a zipper, which is very good! But the price tag is better on the Hampstead...it`s a tough one..do you need the bag to be big enough for files? If not, and you have the money, go for the belem, it is so special and not many people have it! But if you need a bigger tote the hampstead is beautiful!