My first impression is that this tote is sturdy. The canvas is good and heavy, handles are good quality and reinforced, the lining is good quality, seams are done well, and the monogramming is clean. I have had good canvas totes and flimsy ones; I am a huge fan of a good, sturdy, classically elegant tote. This one fits the bill perfectly.I actually ordered this specific item as a bridal gift for my mother. I like that I can send her off on her honeymoon with a lovely tote for the plane that will also fold neatly into the suitcase if she needs. I also intend to order another one with my monogram quite soon!This bag is roomy enough to put a lot of things in it big and small. It’s the perfect bag to use when shopping, going to work or going out. Definitely recommend.This bag is very cute - the only problem is it arrived with a couple of stains on the canvas. I don’t have time to return it as it is a gift for someone going out of town…so she will have to live with the stains (can’t see them well in pics, but they are good sized stains)Sturdy and giftable for what I needed it forThis bag is actually larger than expected and is sturdy enough for hauling groceries. Decent find.I really like this tote, as I’m always lugging around activities for me to do with the kids I take care of, and I often feel like I have every single possession of mine with me at all times (it’s not true obviously). So I needed a large, cute tote to carry around. I love the customization with the initial, and the little ribbon tied into a bow around the handle. Everything about it screams “I’M ADORABLE!” It’s also made using eco-friendly methods and materials, and comes with a lovely card attached that urges you to appreciate the beauty around you, in nature and in creation. The only reason for the 4 stars is because it seems to have a hard time snapping shut and staying shut. It’s a magnetic snap so it won’t be as heavy duty as regular ones, but I cant ever get it to stay.Got this as a gift for my wife so I didn’t open it but it’s large and will fit all the stuff she carries lol. The initial is a nice touch!I'm always looking out for new tote bags that are sturdy and durable. This one was super cute and I loved that you can get the letters monogram on them. This bag seems sturdy and well made. The seems are strong and it will hold a decent amount of weight when it comes to things that fit inside. I like to use them to carry our towels, sunscreen, and such when we go to the lake and I even used it to load up some small groceries from Aldi when I went shopping yesterday. I think it will hold up well in the washing machine but would need to be washed on the gentle cycle just to be cautious. My one disappointment was that my bag come with three different dirty spots already on it. I know it wasn't from me because I could see them though the plastic that was wrapped around the bag before I even opened it. I'm going to have to spot clean it with some stain remover to get them out, but thankfully they were small so not incredibly noticeable, just not something you want to see when brand new items come in. I like the bag but knocking off one star for the dirty spots.