ok, I had my H pick up this MM bag in Noir from a store in CA- it came with a 15" strap drop, which I'm really bummed out. It's the cutest bag - and those of you who received the MM with an 18" - LUCKY YOU! I'm still going to keep it as I love the looks of this bag. I can wear it as cross body but it definitely sits higher than it should. The one good thing is- it's not too big so it can be worn in the crook of the arm and still look good with the shoulder strap attached (an 18"er may dangle more and not look as good as an elbow bag?)