Sweetbriar Classic Vintage Messenger Bag

I needed something new for carrying books, whiteboard markers and other materials to class. I saw this and liked the color so I bought it. I really want to like it but it has some drawbacks.First the good points: the material is sturdy and relatively durable. It has a decent amount of compartments without being overblown and gaudy like many backpacks/messengers/etc. The metal bits that attach the strap to the bag do NOT twist, contrary to what I've seen in some other reviews. Also it's big enough to carry one or two textbooks, a notebook and a binder as well as pens, markers, a compact umbrella (Florida) and calculator.The negatives: the hook-and-pile closure is terrible. Even with a nearly empty bag the thing just doesn't want to stay closed. With the aforementioned supplies in it, even though they fit without making it bulge or anything, the bag doesn't close at all. The strips of hook and pile just don't meet up properly. Another potential issue is that only one of the internal compartments has a zipper closure, all the rest are open. It would be less of a problem if the bag closed properly. Additionally (and this is the one that bugs me the most) is that the shoulder pad on the strap persistently squeaks as I walk around with this over my shoulder. I would prefer if my messenger wouldn't make it sound like I was farting every time I took a step.I would give it 2 stars but for $20 this bag is decent enough. For something you are going to use often, maybe spend a bit more and get something better.