The Paraty is my perfect work bag. It holds so much. I used to have to bring a tote and a handbag, but the Paraty has eliminated the need for both. I think it's a perfect bag for work or casual. It's kind of a chameleon that way.
I find that my medium Heloise tote is perfect for an office environment. There are outer pockets on each side which can suit files or magazines, and could fit a laptop in the main compartment. It's my traveling bag. I didn't realize in my mass panic when I bought my s/m Paraty, that there aren't really good storage pockets.
But ok, one for fun and the other for practicality- it works for me!