I think mine don't like the carrier because it smells like the vet. Although one carrier is always open in Paizly's room. I've caught her in it once or twice (in the beginning) but not recently.
My carrier is a soft one and it also has the top and front openings. I found it online a few years ago for about $15 and I haven't been able to find one like it again.

But I agree that Ebby looks great in that carrier.