Toni: I've seen this bag IRL, and I think it's gorgeous! I love the style, the size and comfy straps. The construction is great, and the leather is super durable. You will get a lot of mileage out of this bag.
Kongratz!!!
Earlier today I was telling someone here that I've been using my MK Astor Large Drawstring Satchel non-stop for months (at least 6 months) and it looks brand new. The Astor leather bags are more structured when new, but after a few days of use, the leather is "breaks in" and the bag puddles. Other than the softening of the leather, there's no indication that my bag is used--there's not a single mark on it, not even on the bottom! I love that.

Kongratz!!!

Earlier today I was telling someone here that I've been using my MK Astor Large Drawstring Satchel non-stop for months (at least 6 months) and it looks brand new. The Astor leather bags are more structured when new, but after a few days of use, the leather is "breaks in" and the bag puddles. Other than the softening of the leather, there's no indication that my bag is used--there's not a single mark on it, not even on the bottom! I love that.