I purchased my first Escama bag, the MASHA POP TOP MESSENGER BAG, over 10 years ago. I now own four -- one for every occasion. They are well-made, stylish, light-weight and unique. No exaggeration, but every time I carry an Escama bag, I receive a compliment--in airports, on the city streets, in the grocery store, at the dentist office, etc. It's uncanny. Now, I'm not fishing for compliments, but I do find it interesting how random strangers will approach me to ask me about my bag!