The leather feels sturdy without being bulky, and it’s surprisingly light on my shoulder all day. I packed my laptop, gym clothes, and a few extras in the main compartment, and the unsnapped sides gave me just enough room without losing that compact shape.
The side snaps are genius—unsnapped, I fit a full change of clothes and my work shoes for a day trip. It stays compact on my commute but never feels cramped, and the onyx color hides scuffs from the subway.
The side snaps really do transform it—unsnapped, it fits my gym clothes and a laptop for the commute, though I wish the strap were a touch longer for layering in winter. It's compact enough to not feel bulky on the train, and the onyx color hides scuffs well.