Olympia U.S.A. "FASHIONISTA Rolling Carry-on Luggage Tote, Damask Black

Wonderful solution to carry various items to and from hospital for care of husband. Not heavy like luggage. Pull-up handle is easy to use and the height is perfect. Rolls easily, is water proof and attractive. Zippered top is great and open access pockets in front are very practical. The four rolling feet move any direction and I've been using it daily and so far, I'm very pleased. Thank you!

I live in the city and exclusively use mass transit. This bag comes in really handy for every shopping trip, whether it is groceries, books or other items. I chose it based on the reviews. At first I was a little leery, thinking it might be clumsy since you can't roll or fold it. But that's not the case.I've had quite a few rolling bags. I have a rolling backpack which is great for travel. I've used it to house clothing, but with my netbook and other stuff, there is little room left. I can see traveling with this bag much more easily because it has more room in it. I'm fairly certain it will go on a plane just fine - but I'd put my netbook in a separate sleeve and have a sling bag handy in case I'd have to check it.What I've learned is that the bags with those wheels that you turn in yourself that are held mainly by a piece of metal do not hold up well at all. In fact, the second I put a large bottle of soda or something similar in them, they collapse on the spot. I suppose those bags are only made for really light weight stuff. That's why I chose this one. These wheels are plastic, but they are sturdy. These wheels are just like those on an insulated bag that I got at Trader Joe's -- that bag has held up for 3 years now, and still going strong. However, this bag will be more useful in that it is wider and more like a real tote bag -- but bigger and nicer. It can function as a tote or luggage as you like. I can see that it would be great as an overnighter and for those who pack very lightly, it could be the only bag they'd need for a weekend trip or more. This is why It's far more versatile than the smallest rolling luggage you can take on the plane. I can see taking it on trips with a backpack that I can strap onto the handle to pull them both along.I know I will use this bag all the time -- you can carry it over your shoulder and then roll it when you need to. I plan to put my purse inside of it as well until the bag is too full. But by the size of it, this will rarely happen! The straps are long enough to be pulled along for an average or shorter person, however, the handle is a great feature.

I purchased this bag to hold my water bottles, lunch bag, sweater, and other nick nacks for coming into work. It hold everything nicely with extra room. Outside I put my umbrella and sunglasses. It rolls nicely, noise level is medium, but I'm usually not that picky. Love the fact that you can hold it up if you need to going over huge potholes on the sidewalks. Bag is tall enough for you to grab the straps. Out of the box the bottom is folded up, but with time, it will soften and fall flat. Once empty, you might have to lean it opposite to the wall so it doesn't fall down. Or simply lay it down flat. I got mine in black, but will probably buy another one more colorful for farmer market days! Great quality product. This bag is perfect for someone who doesn't like to walk into work carrying your coffee mug in one hand and tons of bags on your other hand. Makes your life easier!

I really, really like this bag!! I've had lots of compliments and "where'd you get that?" since I got it 4 days ago.Pros:Super Roomy!- I have a desk easel that measures 14"x 18" x 2" and it fits perfectly with room to spare.Holds a lot and stays upright- 11x17 paper pad, easel, 2 large books, 2 marker bags, lunch bag with room to spare!Lightweight and two modes of handling- Super lightweight, empty or full. With the two strap handles it's easy to lift and the pull up rolling bar are easy to pull out and put back in. It rolls easily as you pull it along.Doesn't look like "luggage"!-- This looks like you're carrying something special, not like you're late for a flight! It doesn't look like a piece of luggage. For me, that was a huge selling point.Price-- This is a great price for this bag, other luggage type similar bags were at least twice or three times this much for anything that wasn't anywhere near this nice.Extra Pockets- nice pocket on the side for a bottle and the one on the front has a velcro closure to keep things in place- both very nice size, holding plenty easily and very helpful.Lots of color and pattern choices to choose from-- I got the "butterfly" and it's super cute for my art supplies. I'm trying to stop myself from getting others for different things, we'll see how that goes! I LOVE this BAG!Pro and Con-- Waterproof--maybe?--Thin plastic lined fabric- The fabric has a plastic lined feeling to it so I can imagine it's a bit waterproof. I can also imagine with hard, heavy use it will eventually crack and peel. It feels like that kind of fabric. I will be protecting it though, I love it so much.The 4-star is only because of the thin-ish fabric. If it were just a bit thicker fabric this bag would rate a good 5 star! I could see it lasting for years if you take care of it.Go on and buy it, you won't be disappointed!! I've seen the other reviews about cracked wheels but mine were perfect,