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Conni618 · May 21st, 2009, 04:34 PM

I'm 5'6" and I was used to big bags, and had a hard time getting used to the "smallness," of the City. The Work is a perfect size in my opinion, but I use mine less because I really miss the shoulder strap too. The Day is my all-time-favorite Bal style for size and comfort, but not as iconic or versatile as the City.

If you decide on the City, take a look at the modeling photos here, because they start out much bigger looking and feeling when they are new. It's when they get slouchy and soften up that they seem so much smaller. If you buy one that is still a little stiff, you will be used to it, by the time it "shrinks."

mmmsc · May 21st, 2009, 05:52 PM

Originally Posted by Conni618

I'm 5'6" and I was used to big bags, and had a hard time getting used to the "smallness," of the City. The Work is a perfect size in my opinion, but I use mine less because I really miss the shoulder strap too. The Day is my all-time-favorite Bal style for size and comfort, but not as iconic or versatile as the City.

If you decide on the City, take a look at the modeling photos here, because they start out much bigger looking and feeling when they are new. It's when they get slouchy and soften up that they seem so much smaller. If you buy one that is still a little stiff, you will be used to it, by the time it "shrinks."

Connie did you ever have a Part Time? I think in many respects that is a good compromise. Has a strap and slightly bigger than city. THough I kind of find the part time too big. I love the city and the Twiggy too!!

Conni618 · May 23rd, 2009, 01:57 AM

Originally Posted by mmmsc

Connie did you ever have a Part Time? I think in many respects that is a good compromise. Has a strap and slightly bigger than city. THough I kind of find the part time too big. I love the city and the Twiggy too!!

I haven't had a Part Time or a Twiggy. I'm managing to buy too many bags just among Cities, Days and Works. I thought I'd be perfectly happy with these three, but I just pounced on a Weekender that I just could not resist.

I may have to live in it.

pilatesworks · May 23rd, 2009, 01:48 PM

^^^^^Which WE did you get?!
mmmsc, I have a couple of PT`s and some Citys too, and I do not find the PT to be too big at all. Some think it is too 'east/west', but it works for me!

Ellie Mae · May 23rd, 2009, 03:52 PM

Hola Chicas.. Como estas?

Conni... you could carry TUX in the WE!!

I had a PT... too big. As Leslie, said, just too E/W for me.
The city is still thus far my perfect size.

pilatesworks · May 24th, 2009, 05:02 PM

^^^^Hi EM ! Stop by more often and say hi!
Hope everyone is having a great memorial day week-end!

sarong13 · May 24th, 2009, 08:14 PM

Hi ladies- I'm a newbie and an ex LV collector now entranced with Bals, but can't decide which I prefer, but will either go for one in Granny or Sandstone, and wonder what protectant spray you need if I go with the lighter and where I can purchase same? Also, any thoughts on Twiggy versus Work?

Ellie Mae · May 24th, 2009, 11:16 PM

Originally Posted by pilatesworks

^^^^Hi EM ! Stop by more often and say hi!
Hope everyone is having a great memorial day week-end!

I shall Les, thanks. I forget to stop by and chat w/ my BAL compadres, and tis is one of my FAV places. I shall be back more reg, PROMISE. Good seein you Les!!

pilatesworks · May 25th, 2009, 12:31 AM

Good EllieMae, I will hold you to it!
We love seeing you here, and miss you when you are away for a while!

Anyone doing anything fun tomorrow?
Hope all those outside the USA have a great Monday, guess y'all will be back to work, when most of us are enjoying the end of a long week-end....but I have to work tomorrow afternoon...at least I get to sleep in!!

Ellie Mae · May 25th, 2009, 12:40 AM

Sucks to be u... LOL. I am NOT working!

We had a dinner party here this eve and I will be cleaning up the rest of the aftermath! And getting a PEDI, I hope!
See U here manana Chica!

Conni618 · May 25th, 2009, 02:58 AM

Originally Posted by pilatesworks

^^^^^Which WE did you get?!
mmmsc, I have a couple of PT`s and some Citys too, and I do not find the PT to be too big at all. Some think it is too 'east/west', but it works for me!

I couldn't resist that Khaki WE on evilbay. It's on its way here from France. Buying from overseas makes me really nervous, but not too nervous this time to punch that BIN button!

EllieMae...Tux would love it, but he's not trustworthy near anything with tassles!

I have never seen a WE IRL, so I hope the size won't overwhelm me. I have this fantasy of using it as a "Work," bag, because I really need something bigger than a Work, but I'm not sure I want to put the wear and tear on it. Another fantasy I have is that when we get our seasonal fire threats, maybe I can put my other Bals inside while we pack up to run!!

pilatesworks · May 25th, 2009, 10:54 AM

^^^Cannot wait to see that WE, Conni! Mod pics requested!
I have never seen one IRL either, but I did think the Courier would be too big, and it is perfect!

sarong13 · May 25th, 2009, 01:41 PM

Help on the thoughts of Twiggy versus Work and a new square tote style which is available in Praline instead of Granny like the other two. Help pleeeease! You can't let me keep carrying those stuffy old lady LV's I have!! I know I'm older than you all, but I used to be in the fashion industry and need to be back at least carrying some great bags!!

Conni618 · May 25th, 2009, 01:55 PM

Twiggy and Work are so different. Most people like the strap on the Twiggy, and I believe it is easy to get in and out of compared to the City (which has the 'rabbit ears,' that can get in the way).

The Work is very large compared to most of the bags, and holds a ton of stuff while looking good....but has no strap, which can be a pain.

When I got interested in Bals, I spent lots of time looking at photos of the girls modeling different styles. It is a huge help when you can't see the bags in real life.

Photos wearing your Bbags ***PICTURES ONLY***

sarong13 · May 25th, 2009, 02:26 PM

Hi ladies- I REALLY need your help on this, as you can't let me keep carrying my old lady LVs!! I know I'm older than you all, but I used to be in the fashion industry, so I need to at least carry some great bags!! I'm leaning toward the Giant City over the Twiggy or a new square tote style. Thoughts?? And if I go with the light Granny, what is the spray needed to protect the leather??

May 21st, 2009, 04:34 PM	#136
Conni618 Member Joined: Mar 2007 Posts: 3,395	I'm 5'6" and I was used to big bags, and had a hard time getting used to the "smallness," of the City. The Work is a perfect size in my opinion, but I use mine less because I really miss the shoulder strap too. The Day is my all-time-favorite Bal style for size and comfort, but not as iconic or versatile as the City. If you decide on the City, take a look at the modeling photos here, because they start out much bigger looking and feeling when they are new. It's when they get slouchy and soften up that they seem so much smaller. If you buy one that is still a little stiff, you will be used to it, by the time it "shrinks."
Conni618 Member Joined: Mar 2007 Posts: 3,395	__________________ Your click helps feed and shelter a rescued animal. http://www.theanimalrescuesite.com/c...tous_468x60_01

May 23rd, 2009, 03:52 PM	#140
Ellie Mae KIABCRS Joined: May 2008 Posts: 8,260	Hola Chicas.. Como estas? Conni... you could carry TUX in the WE!! I had a PT... too big. As Leslie, said, just too E/W for me. The city is still thus far my perfect size.
Ellie Mae KIABCRS Joined: May 2008 Posts: 8,260	__________________ *http://scams-n-shams.blogspot.com*

May 24th, 2009, 08:14 PM	#142
sarong13 Member Joined: Apr 2009 Posts: 98	Hi ladies- I'm a newbie and an ex LV collector now entranced with Bals, but can't decide which I prefer, but will either go for one in Granny or Sandstone, and wonder what protectant spray you need if I go with the lighter and where I can purchase same? Also, any thoughts on Twiggy versus Work?
sarong13 Member Joined: Apr 2009 Posts: 98

May 25th, 2009, 12:40 AM	#145
Ellie Mae KIABCRS Joined: May 2008 Posts: 8,260	Sucks to be u... LOL. I am NOT working! We had a dinner party here this eve and I will be cleaning up the rest of the aftermath! And getting a PEDI, I hope! See U here manana Chica!
Ellie Mae KIABCRS Joined: May 2008 Posts: 8,260	__________________ *http://scams-n-shams.blogspot.com*

May 25th, 2009, 01:41 PM	#148
sarong13 Member Joined: Apr 2009 Posts: 98	Help on the thoughts of Twiggy versus Work and a new square tote style which is available in Praline instead of Granny like the other two. Help pleeeease! You can't let me keep carrying those stuffy old lady LV's I have!! I know I'm older than you all, but I used to be in the fashion industry and need to be back at least carrying some great bags!!
sarong13 Member Joined: Apr 2009 Posts: 98	Last edited by sarong13; May 25th, 2009 at 01:52 PM.

May 23rd, 2009, 01:48 PM	#139
pilatesworks aka : Leslie Joined: Dec 2008 Location: Austin , Tx Posts: 4,673	^^^^^Which WE did you get?! mmmsc, I have a couple of PT`s and some Citys too, and I do not find the PT to be too big at all. Some think it is too 'east/west', but it works for me!

May 24th, 2009, 05:02 PM	#141
pilatesworks aka : Leslie Joined: Dec 2008 Location: Austin , Tx Posts: 4,673	^^^^Hi EM ! Stop by more often and say hi! Hope everyone is having a great memorial day week-end!

May 25th, 2009, 12:31 AM	#144
pilatesworks aka : Leslie Joined: Dec 2008 Location: Austin , Tx Posts: 4,673	Good EllieMae, I will hold you to it! We love seeing you here, and miss you when you are away for a while! Anyone doing anything fun tomorrow? Hope all those outside the USA have a great Monday, guess y'all will be back to work, when most of us are enjoying the end of a long week-end....but I have to work tomorrow afternoon...at least I get to sleep in!!

May 25th, 2009, 10:54 AM	#147
pilatesworks aka : Leslie Joined: Dec 2008 Location: Austin , Tx Posts: 4,673	^^^Cannot wait to see that WE, Conni! Mod pics requested! I have never seen one IRL either, but I did think the Courier would be too big, and it is perfect!

May 25th, 2009, 01:55 PM	#149
Conni618 Member Joined: Mar 2007 Posts: 3,395	Twiggy and Work are so different. Most people like the strap on the Twiggy, and I believe it is easy to get in and out of compared to the City (which has the 'rabbit ears,' that can get in the way). The Work is very large compared to most of the bags, and holds a ton of stuff while looking good....but has no strap, which can be a pain. When I got interested in Bals, I spent lots of time looking at photos of the girls modeling different styles. It is a huge help when you can't see the bags in real life. Photos wearing your Bbags *PICTURES ONLY*
Conni618 Member Joined: Mar 2007 Posts: 3,395	__________________ Your click helps feed and shelter a rescued animal. http://www.theanimalrescuesite.com/c...tous_468x60_01 Last edited by Conni618; May 25th, 2009 at 01:57 PM. Reason: wrong link...

May 25th, 2009, 02:26 PM	#150
sarong13 Member Joined: Apr 2009 Posts: 98	Hi ladies- I REALLY need your help on this, as you can't let me keep carrying my old lady LVs!! I know I'm older than you all, but I used to be in the fashion industry, so I need to at least carry some great bags!! I'm leaning toward the Giant City over the Twiggy or a new square tote style. Thoughts?? And if I go with the light Granny, what is the spray needed to protect the leather??
sarong13 Member Joined: Apr 2009 Posts: 98

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