I purchased the black patent for any kind of travel that might come my way. Others said it was a good carry-on, and it is for overhead storage. I used this bag on a 3day trip to the beach to see my friend, and it was perfect. The patent is perfect if you're like me, and you like to be a stylish traveler. I am personally not a fan of LeSportSac's patterns at all. I own a metallic Kasey bag, and my duffle is patent black. I would say my only complaint, and really I had to think about it, is that the outside and the inside are sooooo black. What I mean is, it is a good sized bag, and if you look inside of it empty, it's like a black hole. I think lining it with something like silver or just stripes or anything would help. For awhile I didn't even remember it came with a small matching pouch, because it matches so well I never saw it inside. Great bag though. A good purchase for road trips, weekend trips, etc. No rips or tears, and I have had it for a year. It's my 2nd
LeSportSac and both have served me very well!