HOBO Phoebe Shoulder Hobo Handbag

I am a purple fiend so the color of this bag is just gorgeous. It was a little smaller than I expected so I gave it to my young teen. It is the first pocketbook that she wants to carry with her all the time. Good size for my teen and it matches everything.

I like the size, the color, and the overall appearance of this purse. I do miss though having a large exterior pocket to slip things easily into, which this purse doesn't have. The zippered pocket on one end is difficult to use so I probably won't bother with it.

I WAS HOPING FOR A LITTLE BIT BIGGER PURSE, BUT IT WAS TOO SMALL FOR MY STYLE AND NEEDS. PERFECT FOR JUST A FEW ITEMS FOR A NIGHT OUT.

I like a plain bag, and I cut the tassel off the side zipper, because it was too heavy and a little gaudy for my taste. (I made a little tassel out of the long fringe.) Having done that, I am super pleased with this bag. It is soft, and not too large. It has interior pockets that you can use for a phone, and other stuff you want to grab quickly or segregate from the main compartment. It also has a zip pocket inside that is roomy enough for cosmetics, toiletries, and other incidentals you may want in your bag. The strap is the perfect length to go over your shoulder and still be able to keep a secure grip on your bag with your arm and elbow. It is also a good length for holding just in your hand. It is well made. Mine has a patterned lining. I do not use the outside zip pocket--it is kind of awkward to reach into, and I can't think of anything to put in it.

The leather is nice and the size is perfect, but the interior organization has nothing to do with the description given on the page. The inside only has a zipper compartment and a slip pocket placed on top of it which is quite awkward and disappointing. I wonder if this is a cheap copy of the original bag.

Okay, here's the scoop!I ordered this purse after a lot of pondering. I have NEVER EVER spent more than $100.00 on a purse. However, this purse was SO WORTH EVERY PENNY! The leather is incredibly soft and so beautiful, the zippers and detailing- all the most highest quality.The only caution I have is the following- these purses are all very unique in pattern. My first purse was damaged and the pattern was more yellow as pictured. When I received my replacement (thank you to Amazon for the ease in returns, and how quickly it came) it was a completely different in color- more greens, pink, and purples. Which was so much prettier (in my opinion). Just be flexible as they are all one of a kind- Either way, I'm sure you will love it!

THE FACTS: ORGANIZATION makes life go better. This purse has inside areas for my glasses (which I must wear), a small notebook and pen (has an inside pocket for each), my slim small calculator (so I am certain to get the best deal for the money), my cell phone. It also has an inside large zippered area for receipts or any other items you wish to separate. The small outside zipper compartment is where I keep my keys which makes them quickly and easily accessible. PERFECT! Yet the purse is not too large but roomy enough to hold a large wallet. The leather is incredibly soft and pliable. The strap is a nice length and width because the purse stays on my shoulder yet fits comfortably under my arm (safer that way). This was a practical purchase with great tactile benefits!

I had been lusting after this purse for a while, but didn't want to pay the price. When I found it on sale at Amazon I grabbed it and am really glad that I did. At first glance I as worried that it would be too small -- I don't like big bags, but this one is still smaller than my usual bag. It holds more than you think it will and it fits very comfortably on my shoulder. I have received a ton of compliments on it and can use it for both casual and dressy occasions; in fact, it's pretty much the only purse I carry now. I love the side zip compartment for a cell phone.