Customer Reviews The North Face Women's Isabella Backpack

I have Rabbit Grey/Quail Grey one. AMAZING! Although it looks quite small from the outside for school purpose, it's not that small at all. Purchased new Borealis (great also) at the same time from another place, but let me tell you a secret: I wear Isabel more often.

I wanted a backpack that I could wear on my bike but would still be presentable at work. I also got the Electra, but it was way too small. This one is great - a good size, and narrower than non-woman specific backpacks so it is very comfortable. The pockets are well sized and there are not too many, not too few. I wore it in a light drizzle, and the water did bead up and nothing got wet inside, but I'd use a rain cover if it were raining harder. A few minor gripes - I wouldn't use the outside small key pocket since it's angled down and seems like things would fall out if it's not perfectly zipped closed. The chest strap is ok, but sometimes comes undone on its own, and doesn't adjust that much (it is supposed to slide along a cord to adjust, but it just rides back up after you do this). The fabric is thin and stretchy so I'm not sure how it will hold up over time.

This has been a great back pack. It is big enough for my Mac and it has worked well for traveling.

Got the grey one. It’s a pretty grey and it’s not as light as I expected yet not too dark. I got so many compliments. I was nervous it would be smaller but it fits everything with room left over.

Fantastic backpack!! I wear this to work in the winter mostly. Fits everything I need without being too bulky and weird. The gold details are rather lovely. :)

Fairly good size. Wish it was slightly bigger.

Great size for most of my classes. Only issue is that it doesn't fit a 15.4" laptop well.

This is the perfect semi-professional backpack! It is 'Goldilocks' size...not too big and not too small. It fits two of my tablets perfectly and all the chargers/accessories that go with them. Plus there is room for a water bottle and other small loose items. It's great for a trip to the gym, a run through the airport (Thanks Charlotte for your excellent product testing!), or for work. I highly recommend for anyone who has passed the need to carry heavy books for school and just wants a small, athletic-fashionable backpack for their everyday life.

I take transit and walk to work. I've had this pack for six months. This pack has held up to being stuffed to the gills with books, files, lunch, etc. 5 to 6 days a week since then. All the materials and stitching are still in great shape as is the padding on the back and straps.

Awesome bag, just slightly too small. I can only fit my Laptop and a notebook for work.

Very sophisticated. Feminine, dressy backpack.

This is a great bag. I use it for work. However it's a little small if you have a heavier load. I can fit my dell computer a notebook and usually my lunch. Anything else is a stretch.

I love everything about this backpack! I purchased the Black/Rose Gold and the rose gold accents give it a nice feminine touch while still looking professional. I'm able to fit my Surface Pro 3, several charging cables, notebook, 7" tablet, kindle, medicine bag, and cosmetic bag all in the large compartment while leaving enough room for my Kate Spade crossbody that I tuck away in the front pocket. And it doesn't seem to ever look bulky even when packed full! It fits my 5'4" frame well, and the straps are super comfortable. The small fleece-lined zipper pockets are great for quick access to my cell phone or earbuds. I'm not sure how often I'll use the mesh open pocket, and I wish there were a few pen loops somewhere. Other than that, this bag is perfect for me and my lifestyle. I take it everywhere with me and I'm always getting compliments!

I really love everything about this bag. It's size is perfect. I can fit my Macbook and a 10 inch tablet with plenty of other belongings and it closes fine. I love ie

This was a great backpack purchase. Fits my 15"Macbook Pro and my books. I like the way it was contoured for the female body, it is very comfortable. I am only 5' tall. The only complaint I have about this backpack is that the chest strap is too small. I wish it was more sturdy. It doesn't provide the support you need from a chest strap.

love it. perfect for pettie size like me. I'm only 5'1 87lb

I purchased this backpack in the rabbit gray color for an upcoming trip to Ireland. I usually bring a shoulder bag that doubles as a camera bag on vacation and overseas trips, but since I plan to do a lot of walking and hiking I wanted a backpack this time. This will be my personal item in addition to a carry-on suitcase; it is compact and should fit under an airplane seat nicely. I wanted it to look classy and not too bulky so I could wear it in town and bring it into restaurants, museums, etc. I am able to roll up and stuff my raincoat into the outside back pocket. It has a side pocket that is just barely large enough for my full size water bottle. There are enough interior pockets for small items without having TOO many pockets, which is a pet peeve of mine. The rabbit gray/black heather is a nice sophisticated color combination that will go with everything.

This is a very nice women's pack that's not too big for my 5'4" frame. I tried 7 others, mostly Dakine, but all were way too big (though very nice and well made!). I think this Isabella pack will be great for travel and carrying on the plane. I do wish the sternum strap were a little sturdier. As it is, it's attached by a thin elastic band that's bound to fail (but hopefully won't!). Definitely need the strap, though, especially if I'm wearing a slippery raincoat. I also wish the bottom section of the shoulder straps was a little more substantial. It's made of very thin webbing. I decided to keep the pack, though, because it's very good looking, beautiful subdued colors, and many other amenities!

Great multi-purpose and comfortable backpack. Fits my very large lenovo, not in the laptop sleeve but in the main compartment. Lots of good pockets and comfy straps. The black / gold combo is pretty and professional.

I purchased this to replace my Pandora North Face I've had for years. I love it. I love the gold accents. It's functional and I use it a lot for traveling and commuting.

I've been looking for a backpack for graduate school. I wanted something functional, yet sleek and professional looking. This backpack fit the bill. It's more narrow than I would have thought, but that's actually a plus as it looks good while still being large enough to fit my laptop and books. Very happy with this purchase.

Super cute, very sliming and great to travel in the city on mass transit. Doesn't stick out past my shoulders. A true Women's backpack.

I haven't tried it out yet so my star rating isn't set in stone, but I wanted to write a note that I ordered the rabbit grey/quail bag, and the one I got has a tag that says rabbit grey, but it's actually the light grey with ice green zippers that I got (listed as medium grey heather) here on zappos. Not sure if the tag is mixed up or the pictures on the site.