For a jazzier day at the beach, this black bag 16.5" x 16" is embellished with a matching black 3" sequin stripe. Big enough for your towel, and book . . . extends to about a 5" width. Edges have decorative stitching and the handles are woven fabric attached with gold metal clasps. Handles are certainly long enough to hold on your shoulder. The fabric of this bag is a weave of something along the lines of a jute/linen-like fabric and feels very sturdy. A really fun bag to carry whatever you are transporting!!!!!!!!!