Here are the pros and cons of the J. Crew Brompton Bag, quick and dirty:
Pros: Beautiful leather, soft, consistent color, classic design, roomy, good price point, multiple strap options,classy detail, gold hardware and quality stitching.
Cons: Weird strings unraveling near the hardware, handles are junky and cheap, attracts stains, unstructured.
I love this purse, I think it is worth every dollar. I think the biggest selling point for me was that the carrying options, you can use it as a tote, shoulder bag and cross body bag! Each person is unique with respect to their purse requirements. So my cons may not be yours. See my previous post on What to Look for in a Leather Bag.