I had been looking for a fashionable all "leather" bag to carry my 17" laptop back and forth to work in and this fits the bill! The side are actually canvas and I was concerned about that before purchasing it but being that I had a hard time finding a nice bag that would fit my laptop I ordered it anyway and I am very pleased. I love the way it feels, very soft. My laptop fits perfectly There is not much padding for the extra protection of your laptop however I keep mine in a neoporane sleeve anyway and it fits just fine. Also love the padded shoulderstrap, slimfit, extra pockets and the cognac color is lovely!