Sadly, I bought twice and returned them, it’s a cute bag but it’s only handheld. It’s will work for u crossbody if u are short.I hear you and actually tried that with the mini I returned (and still have the Mautto strap to use with other bags). Problem with the Edith is the way the strap attaches (lower down on the back from the handles) so even when it’s full, the weight of the handles tips it over. It’s just not a well designed size. Sadly.