I've had my Moni Splendor for about 2 months now, and I usually use it on the weekends when I'm doing all my running around. I like having a bag that I don't have to be so careful with - one that can get "banged" around w/o worrying about doing serious damage. The bag looks and feels great. Even better than it did when I first recd it. The wrinkles and folds have pretty much all smoothed out, and the leather's gotten softer. There isn't a scratch on it, and there's no obvious signs of wear around the bottom or handles.
I'm sure this isn't a bag for everyone - it's definitely more of a casual style - but if you're looking for a carefree bag that you can use with ease and w/o worry, Moni Splendors are the perfect choice. The bag may have a "used" appearance to it, but it's definitely made very well and won't wear out that fast. I expect to be carrying this bag for a very long time!
p.s. I also luv the extra long shoulder strap that allows you to carry the bag across your body - makes those heavy shopping trips - when I'm carrying my granddaughter in one arm, and lots of bags in the other - a piece of cake!! I never have to worry about it slipping it off my shoulder or someone reaching inside. Then on the lighter trips - when I want to be more "grown up" - I carry the bag on my arm! It gives the bag two completely different appearances when you're carrying it!