This was purchased for my friends 8 year old whos latest craze is Skating - we clubbed together to give her cash to buy 'Exactly' what she wanted and this bag was originally just an extra. It is light weight, very strong and has pockets to stash the other bits a pieces for a great day out. It can be carried like a hand bag or has an adjustable strap to put over body or shoulder - masses of room inside - I thought may be too much but I have been assured that young skaters cary plenty of 'Essentials with them' - The pink and grey are a girls delight so every one was pleased.