My first ever MJ was the Sofia, and I loved it, but found it too small. I got it over the Stella because I liked that it had the separate compartments. But if I put all my everyday items in it, it seemed to make it bulge.
I ended up selling it used on ebay and I got an MJ New Tote (similar to the Stella but without the front zipper, with the newer version pushlocks on the pockets, and adjustable buckle straps on the sides). I can't really carry it on my shoulder, I'm a bit thicker than the gals pictured, but I love it.
I think the re-issue original buckle ones look lovely, especially in white. So go for whichever best suits your style I guess.
I ended up selling it used on ebay and I got an MJ New Tote (similar to the Stella but without the front zipper, with the newer version pushlocks on the pockets, and adjustable buckle straps on the sides). I can't really carry it on my shoulder, I'm a bit thicker than the gals pictured, but I love it.
I think the re-issue original buckle ones look lovely, especially in white. So go for whichever best suits your style I guess.