Feminine & practical - and looks even better when carried,
April 17, 2012 This review is from: Kate Spade New York Barclay Street Parker Shoulder Bag (Apparel)
I got the one in black patent leather. A classic frame bag can be 'mom-sy', but there are enough details to make this bag modern. The shoulder strap is broad and carries comfortable over the shoulder without slipping (even though I am petite). The buckle and the etched clasp are also nice touches. I find the hang just right for me to reach over to open the clasp with the bag still on my shoulder. The size is also practical - fits an iPad or a smaller tablet, and all the bits and pieces of a working lady's handbag. I find the luggage tag on the front a little redundant, but overall, the bag looks great when carried, and I found myself carrying it everyday to work, though the design is more like a going-out purse. It is a good-looking work bag (because of the size) rather than a pretty purse.