I got a Parade bag about one week ago when I was in Paris.
While I was actually planning to buy a Carry On, the lovely SA showed me the Parade and insisted I should try it on as well. Once I did that, I was sold. I like the elegant look of it and I got a blue one, with blue leather flap, so very versatile with jeans etc.
I can wear it as a handbag, but it also works cross body for me.
I agree with the poster who said it doesn't fit a lot like a tote for example, but sometimes I don't carry much and then this bag is perfect. I also like the pocket on the back, perfect for my phone. It's a bag that can work from day to night IMO. You can also put a tassel (or two) on it if you like. Got three different tassels myself, so now I have some variation

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Good luck with your decision!