Grand Ambition Leather Convertible Luxe Backpack

This bag is gorgeous in the tan color, and the supple leather gives it a luxe feel. I get compliments non-stop, and it's actually a very functional bag! It holds plenty for my work purposes but is not too heavy, and the straps actually stay put when worn as a backpack. Can't say enough good things. Highest quality bag at this price point, for sure.

Issues I had with this bag: -TOP HANDLES- I wish the top handle was wider so it can be worn on the crook of my arm. It’s also too uncomfortable to hold, it needs to be rounded and cushioned. It doesn’t sit right in my hand and awkwardly overlaps. -STRAPS- Straps are flimsy and easily bent out of shape. It is also very difficult to adjust the length. It’s too long to be worn as a shoulder bag and wearing it cross body looks ridiculous if you have a small frame. I would rather it be a shoulder bag/backpack combo with a detachable crossbody strap. -ZIPPERS- The zippers are not smooth (not YKK) and I don’t understand why it extends beyond the bag width. It doesn’t aid in opening the bag wider and serves no purpose. -LAPTOP BUCKLE- This bag is intended to fit 15in laptops or smaller but can hold a 16in. The caveat is that you can’t use the buckle for it. 16in MacBooks are a thing so limiting it with this buckle seems silly. -OUTER FRONT POCKET- The flap that hides the zipper makes the bag look unfinished since the sides are raw. It also doesn’t completely close so it makes it a susceptible to rain and is a pocket for dirt to accumulate. The hidden zipper also means you can’t use it to attach any keychains. There’s no other place on the bag that could accommodate one either. Things that would be nice to have: -EXPANDABLE- This bag is constructed like a manila envelope. It would be great if there were buttons to allow it to expand from manila envelope to paper grocery bag. -KEYCHAIN HOLDER- Badges for work, ID tags for travel, hand sanitizer, there are so many reasons to have one. -FEET- I want the bag to be able to stand on its own. This bag has a lot of potential and is still the best bag I’ve found that can accommodate a large laptop and is still fashionable. The leather quality is fantastic and I’m looking forward to improved iterations of it.