Perfect tote sized for travel and if you are a big purse person it is a great every day bag. Purchased premium from Portland Leather Goods site. Aqua color soft brushed leather but it has enough structure to sit up and you can get in and out of the bag easily. This N/S Lola has a zipper closure. I carried it once. There are some spots on the back which you can see in the photo; I just saw it as normal for leather. You may not see it that way so wanted to be sure you see it on the photo.