It's a big bag, but I love it.
Might be a PITA to get in and out though.
Everytime I see it in celebrity pictures, the buckle is undone.
I guess it gets annoying to keep doing it up everytime you need to open and close the bag.
Which buckle? The only buckles I see on this bag are the buckles for the straps. I think you're mistaking it for the Manhattan GM.
I read that a member on this forum had problems with straps that aren't sewn on to the canvas itself, the replaceable straps.
The bag looks beautiful, and it's smaller in width compared to the BH. I have the BH, and it holds everything. You can adjust the width of the bag on the side straps, and carry a laptop. The Viva Cite GM has it's advantages because unlike the BH it has a zipped top. But if you're looking to carry more, then go with the BH. I like the fact that the Viva Cite GM has the shoulder strap coming from the ends of the bag it just seems more comfy to me. I still love my BH though!
I had one but sold it. I found it too big and the squareness of it made it uncomfortable to carry under the arm. I now have a popincourt haut and the triangular shape makes it more comfortable, this would probably be the same for the BH. I did love those great outside pockets though! LOL!