We had a few carriers and this simple Scout style was my favorite bc it was stylish and minimalist, packed down super easily (no excess padding), and had non-leather straps (which conformed better). A few faint stains that I tried to picture. Just hand washed with Castile soap. No hood. Color is reflected better in the close up shots. Light flax linen color. Easy front and back carrying. I thought about keeping for sentimental reasons, but it’d be better for someone else to put to good use!