Kenneth Cole REACTION Colombian Leather Slim Single Compartment

My husband bought this for me and I absolutely love it. I desperately needed a replacement for my timbuk2 messenger bag, which is unwieldy, uncomfortable, ugly, and always ruins my clothiers because I am a klutz and the velcro snags me all the time. When I first saw the picture of this bag online I was worried about a few things: I thought that it would look too masculine, I wanted an over-the-shoulder bag with two straps and I thought this would be uncomfortable to carry around all day, and I was worried about that it wouldn't carry everything I needed. I was wrong about all of these. The bag is gorgeous and definitely not too masculine for my personal tastes. I have already received several compliments on the way it looks. As a friend noted, "its classic". The bag is a deep brown (much darker than in the picture), the leather is very soft and nicely distressed, and overall it has beautiful clean lines. The strap is very sturdy and wraps around the bottom (under the leather) so the weight is distributed evenly. The strap adjusts and I have it hanging more at purse level rather than carrying across my body like a messenger bag, which is more comfortable for me and I imagine more comfortable for some other women too. I am a grad student and a teacher so I usually need to drag enough stuff around with me to get through a day of teaching and taking classes. This bag comfortably fits my 13" laptop, a large notebook, some folders, my phone, my wallet, a rather large pencil box, my makeup bag, my iPod and headphones, a water bottle, a snack, a kindle, my glasses case, a change purse, two smaller note pads, and some other random small things. For what I need, it is absolutely perfect. That being said, it has a few minor drawbacks - Maybe I am just an idiot, but with all the stuff I put in there, I find that getting the snaps to line up takes a few extra seconds. I have to actually line them up before they click in place. Once they are in place they will hold all day, but I have to make sure I have everything in my bag stacked in a particular way then line the snaps up by hand. They magnets don't catch each other on their own. - There are some great pockets and slots on the inside, but I wish there was at least one more pocket that had a zipper. The only pocket with a zipper is the largest pocket that lines the inner wall of the bag. You could easily fit some folders in there but its impractical for change, my headphones, or any of the other smaller things that I want to be able to locate easily. I have to carry these things in a small bag or other container, which actually has worked really well because everything is organized, but I still would like to have a place for change instead of carrying around a change purse. -The bag does not have a lot of inner structure. If I put it on the floor without my computer or a notebook to hold it up, it will sag and flop over. I usually hang it up so it has not been an issue, but I can see how it might be a problem if someone is looking for something more along the lines of a tote bag. Like I said, these are minor issues to me. The quality of the interior, exterior, strap, stitching, etc. are very high and I imagine I will have this for many years to come. I would highly recommend this.

I had been searching for a bag here in Australia. The problem is that bags in this country are expensive and not of a very high quality. I ordered the Kenneth Cole bag based on previous reviews and for its price. Even including international shipping the bag was still more than 50% cheaper than any bag here. I was immensely pleased by the quality of the stitching and how soft the leather is. It's a bag that works well for casual use, such as walking and commuting, and yet still looks good for professional use. It safely stows my 15 inch MacBook Pro. The canvas stap is very durable and does not look out of place against the black leather. I like the magnetic clasp. While it may not be secure, I prefer it to the loud "snick" when using metal or plastic clasps. If you do not have too much weight in the bag, the handle works well. However, too much weight can cause th bag to slip forward, and can make it awkward to hold with the handle. Some people may not like that, but I just use the strap and don't have any difficulties. There are two compartments under the flap. I use the smaller one towards the rear to store a book or my IPad and the front compartment to store larger books and papers. The compartment in the back of the bag is handy to store a small umbrella, snacks, or a book. And the two small pockets have been great for holding headphones, pens, and small cables. This is definitely one of the best messenger bags I have ever owned and would not hesitate in recommending it to others.

I've been using this bag for the last three years (one year of high school and two years of college) and its really great! I would carry it for many hours during a day and it's comfortable and not overly obtrusive. It fits lots of notebooks and papers and I have never had an issue of losing things in it. For those interested in the practicality of this bag here are my main points: -very good looking, this bag looks great. The leather is rich and soft. The entire design screams elegance and class while also remaining super casual. For a student who wants to look goof but not stick out like a sore thumb, this is the bag for you. -fairly waterproof, I never felt threatened that rain would ruin my belongings. -very versatile, through the years I would outfit the bag with various buckles and careeners the hold bottles for water and yoga mats. -electronics friendly, i usually am not one to carry a laptop around on a daily basis, but the times i needed to this bag comfortably fit a 15" macbook pro and cables. Of course after so many years of use it has begun to break down. One of the magnetic clasps on the flap has torn off from use and one of the smaller pocket liners has torn open into the exterior. These tears happened many years after I first received this bag, and certainly well after i would expect such breaks. If you are a savvy person looking for a nice looking, functional, and all around durable bag, this is the one for you!

Okay so I have some pretty high expectations of what I want in a messenger bag. I seek style and practicality, functionality without being overly heavy. I have a small laptop (Dell XPS 12 inch convertible) and therefore wanted a smaller bag that was stylish and not too big and bulky. PROS Size Good compartments- it holds my lap top, power cord, some extra files with room for my phone, wallet, and mouse. Look - casual while still exhibiting style Strap - while not leather it is very functional, adjusts easily and the adjustable pad eliminates shoulder stress. Nice outside pocket for magazines or last minute file. Weight - it is not bulky and conforms well to small or mid sized loads; so its okay or just hauling my laptop and glasses or packing for a business trip where I need a bit more/ CONS Flimsy and does not hold its shape well. This adds to the casual effect but I worry about how it will wear over time. Magnetic clasp are practically worthless create frustration if you are seeking secure closure Handle - this is also practically worthless. You cannot use it as an alternative to the strap; its only functionality is to pull it over from the back seat - even then it feels like it feels somewhat flimsy. Again, my expectations of a bag may be high but it is an everyday use item. For me the pros have won out -its a nice casual messenger, not perfect so its not getting the full five stars.

I have had this product for over a month now and absolutely love it. Having had multiple messengers bags in the past (more expensive/cheaper), this bag has exceeded quality and functionality over others. Pros: Very comfortable, even when fully loaded, the padding on the strap although thin, seems to work better than large padding I have previously owned. And I really fill my bag up (15" macbook, 15" Lenovo, iPad, MTG decks, dice, binders/notebooks, charger, drink, umbrella, and other miscellaneous items at the same time). Feels and smells great like true leather. Can hold tons of things. Very stylish, I have had numerous comments on how nice the bag is, especially bell boys. The clips on the front are secure and easy to open (once you get use to it). Accessory compartments are large and perfect for chargers/mice/MTG decks :) The rear/open pocket is perfect for an umbrella and drink/easy access items, larger than a normal bag. Zippers are still in tact and working great, I am notorious for yanking zippers in an awkward direction, causing them to break, but this bag has held up perfect. Ladies will think its a very expensive bag when its actually a decent price. Cons: The excess leather strap on the clips has curled outward. The laptop is insecure if you do not zip the main compartment, the corners can get dinged... make sure to take the time to always zip it shut no matter the hurry your in (probably only an issue for larger 15" laptops).

I've had this bag for two months now, and I must say that this is the best messenger bag that I've ever bought. I used to use a military-style, khaki messenger bag, but I needed something more professional to line up with my office job. This Kenneth Cole Risky Business Messenger Bag fit the bill. It's sleek, handy, and professional. First of all, the leather exterior feels great. It's smooth and has a neutral smell overall unlike some other leather bags that I've come across. Secondly, this bag holds a good amount of items. At first, I was worried when I read reviews that there is no zipper for the main compartment. That's totally fine because the magnetic clips attached to the flap of the bag will hold everything inside well. However, I was pleasantly surprised that there was also a small compartment in the back with a zipper for your more secure items. I put my wallet, gum, and other various things in there, so I don't have to worry about losing anything valuable. I honestly don't carry too much, so it's perfect for me. The only thing that I would change is make the magnetic clips stronger. I often have to fumble around to make them lock into place to secure the main compartment. Otherwise, this is a great bag!

I'm teaching 2nd grade this year and needed a new bag since my old laptop bag was stolen from my car (it was empty, luckily). I decided on this one because it looked professional and it would serve my basic needs (taking papers home, etc.). I got mine today and I like it a lot. It has a main pocket that I can put papers in, two smaller pockets that can fit smaller items like a cell phone, keys, pens, etc., and then a pocket in the back which could hold more papers.I expected a few blemishes with the leather since they warn that it will be natural to have that. That type of stuff is not even noticeable on my bag unless you have your face up close to it. I don't plan on using this to carry my laptop, but my Asus laptop is about 15 inches wide and it did fit in the bag. If it were just a few inches wider, though, I really doubt it would've fit. The only other negative may be the bag handle. If I had a lot of things in the bag, I'd think twice before picking the bag up by the handle. I'm not sure it could support a great amount of weight. For what I need the bag for, I think this was a deal considering I only paid about $76 for it. Definitely better quality than my old laptop bag.

I had other messenger bags in the past which I bought from standard retail stores. The biggest difference between this bag and the others is the intentional design that is finely crafted for the user in mind. There are many things about it which makes the use of the bag very convenient and correctly placed. I've gotten plenty of compliments about it already and I'm glad I spent the money that it cost. The leather is amazing. It still has that "fresh" leather smell after a few weeks of having it. The design of the leather is raw and appealing. When you go beyond the leather and open the bag, the inside structure is very finely stitched and put together beautifully. There is a clear separation from the leather and the inside material (which i'm assuming is a sort of polyurethane.) I'm stating this because my previous bags had nothing of that sort! The length of the strap is designed so that the bag won't be hanging too low. My old bags straps were usually very long and they would lose their grip and automatically make the strap get longer. And I usually didn't notice this and it looks very sloppy when your bag is hanging below your hips. Also, my old bag buckles (at the end of the bag strap) started to move the more I used the bag. Kenneth Cole just stitched the bag buckles close to the straps so that won't happen. These small things makes a difference! I've read in other reviews that the size of the bag is smaller than expected. Personally, I like the size. It's true that you can't carry a lot with you (for school, for example), but this bag isn't meant to carry a lot. This bag is meant to be used for work. I'll carry my lunch, a binder, a book and maybe my umbrella. It fits everything that I need in a very nicely designed package. The other "issue" with this bag is that I'm afraid of throwing it around like my older cheap bags which i didn't have care about. I spent about $125 on this bag, and I feel like I need to take care of it. I guess that's just my personal issue. :) For something as simple as a bag, Kenneth Cole has gone a long way to design something that it practical and attractive. It's definitely worth the money and I'm assuming I should be able to use this bag for at least 2 years.

This bag changed my life. Before I had it, and after. Everything about it I love, from the look and feel of the leather, to the design, to the size. Plenty of storage options inside without being fussy. Sits well on the body when walking. Probably I could think of a fault if I looked hard enough but what's the point. The bag is exactly what I wanted, a proper messenger bag that looks great, feels great, works great. This does all three effortlessly.

Too baggy and fluffy , not a sleek design . Hand carry strap is one no , very inconvinient

Color más vistoso que en la foto. Piel suave

Great looking bag, could be more spacious

My favourite bag. I bought it over a year ago and can say that it's held up amazing well. I use it every day. I travel a lot and it still looks fairly new. I get a lot of comments on it.