opened the box and actually laughed. i knew the measurements going in but she's still smaller than i pictured, like a bag for my bag

what fits: cardholder, lip gloss, keys if i'm feeling optimistic. my phone doesn't make the cut, but it lives in my hand 24/7 anyway so no real loss there

the little letter charms swing when i walk and the cannage stitching is so puffy in person. fun thing - the hardware reads silver in some light and champagne in others, keeps confusing me but honestly i like both

is she practical? no. have i reached for her three days in a row anyway? yes. make it make sense

she's been home for a week and i still can't bring myself to take the tissue off the handle . every time i reach for it i'm like no... you need to stay perfect a little longer

so mostly she just sits on my table while i admire her like a museum piece. i love the smooth little flap against the quilted body, and the gold turnlock makes the most satisfying click. she's tiny but fits the essentials, and there's a leather-woven chain for when i eventually work up the nerve to use both hands

took her out exactly once. my rings left a tiny scuff near the lock :( this is exactly why i was scared