I have an update about the strap situation. It's been driving me a little nuts because it slides off my shoulder even though it's wide. Then SA told me that it's meant to be crossbody but the intention is that it's supposed to be worn on the high side. (Not quite like a holster, but sort of the same idea). I thought this was weird but I tried it and suddenly the bag got very comfortable to wear, plus easy to access since it's on your body. But it doesn't work as well on a coat. I'm still playing around with it and now I slightly regret getting the black since my intent was to have a black bag for fall/ winter with a black coat. I have to say though that otherwise it feels great to wear crossbody even though the strap is shorter.