Review on Chic & Sustainable: Discover Vera Bradley's Recycled Stained Medallion Handbags, Wallets, and Shoulder Bags for Women by Kelly Thompson

I decided on this bag with a tendril flower design. The pattern itself is beautiful. This reminds me of an old VB template called botanica. Unfortunately, the pattern is the only thing I like. I may have caught a dud, but the bag is not well made. The bottom of the bag does not stand up. It may not be stitched properly at the bottom, but it feels like a piece of cardboard is flexing horribly inside the material, which is why the bag doesn't straighten out. The inner material is also poorly sewn. The upper has a crease all over it and when I put my stuff in it the material creases and doesn't lay flat. It looks awful like it was done by an inexperienced person. Finally, the metal zipper on the front where the small pocket is located does not close. I can't get it completely closed. Not what I expected for $78. What a waste of money. I've bought quality cotton wallets from Waverly at Walmart and from Bella Taylor for a fraction of the price.