I'd written Coach off.

:hangs head:

Good to be reminded that retailers and designers have just as much right to change and evolve as individuals do.

After much deliberation, and comparison with Michael Kors store, which was right next door to Coach, I took home this one:

http://www.coach.com/online/ha.....leather-10

In black... though I debated on that -- the red called my name as did the white with snakeskin. But ultimately I needed a black bag for maximum business travel versatility/goes with anything. The size is just perfect, as it can be tucked into my carryon/laptop bag.

I may go back for more....