hello. the SA said the strap can be shortened by 6" at least (becoz of the stud). but as one of the member mentioned, simply make the strap as double one (both clasps on one side and strap on another one). the SA demonstrated this in front of me but the leather handle keep standing up for me ..
billbill, i just got this bag too! the colour is called camello right? i remember you said yours was in gold hardware? mine came in silver!