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Jenova · May 18th, 2009, 10:45 AM

I think the plain version would look much more attractive in a matte leather.

tlloveshim · May 18th, 2009, 10:46 AM

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I think the plain version would look much more attractive in a matte leather.

Jenova, dark purple matte on the plain one would be lovely! I have dpm on the brain still!

tastangan · May 18th, 2009, 10:52 AM

Originally Posted by moocow

I'm in the minority here, but I love the stitching! I think it goes great with the Love Me style strap. Agree with everyone about the leather and color, this is a beautiful bag.

tastangan, go the the first page on purseblog. You can comment join the giveaway there.

Thanks!

lovebags2 · May 18th, 2009, 10:58 AM

Hi Ladies,

Jackie just mentioned that the stitching is what makes the bag look SO expensive and luxurious. Hm.... This is something to consider!

MrsShoeGal · May 18th, 2009, 11:00 AM

I think I like this version better! Well I do lov ethe purple witht he stitching though but love this blue w/o it!

Moonstarr · May 18th, 2009, 11:01 AM

I was just checking out the 360 view on the website ... so the stitching is in the front and the back doesn't have the stitching ... I really like the bag so far. And I like the outer pockets ... wonder if it's two big outer pockets or four? Oh, looks like it would be 4 separate pockets!

These are the dimensions online:

H: 21cm/8.5"(when slouchy and w/o strap)

W: 37 cm/14.5"

D 5.5cm/2.2"

Maximum Strap drop: 33cm/13"

Is it really 8.5" high when slouchy and 2.2" wide? That seems low and narrow. I like the width though. I'd love to see a modeling shot of this bag.

Jenova · May 18th, 2009, 11:03 AM

Originally Posted by lovebags2

Hi Ladies,

Jackie just mentioned that the stitching is what makes the bag look SO expensive and luxurious. Hm.... This is something to consider!

I have to be frank and say that I think quite the opposite.

PS - I am not mad on the double top stitching on the plain version either though.

peppy · May 18th, 2009, 11:03 AM

I love the leather, love the color, love the braided handle, love the braiding across the top of the pockets ..... BUT not down the sides and bottom of the pockets. So if I'd were to custom one, I'd ask for braiding across the top only.

Did anyone notice the changes to the BE tag? Love the fact that attention was given to the BE tag, but I actually don't like the little detail braiding and how it's attached to the bag. Much prefer the old BE tag.

lovebags2 · May 18th, 2009, 11:06 AM

Originally Posted by Jenova

I have to be frank and say that I think quite the opposite.

PS - I am not mad on the double top stitching on the plain version either though.

Hi Jenova,

Yes, I value your opinion. I was only passing along information to share. Please do keep in mind that sometimes pictures aren't accurate in showing off the bag's beauty? I should know that firsthand as I wasn't fond over the HM or WTM based on pictures and now look at me!

Personally, I haven't made a decision on the hobo. I need more time to just sit back and enjoy everyone else make this purchase and post reviews, pics etc...

I'm glad for those that will be the first to try this bag and test it for all of us here!

tastangan · May 18th, 2009, 11:10 AM

Which part of the bag makes it a TPF limited edition exclusive actually? Is it combination of the stitching AND the dark purple cervo leather?

Jenova · May 18th, 2009, 11:12 AM

I would prefer to see very precisely applied lines of fine piping instead of either the leather 'stitching' or the two lines of top stitching. I think that would create a similar effect and look much more 'expensive'.

lionlaw · May 18th, 2009, 11:15 AM

Originally Posted by Jenova

I have to be frank and say that I think quite the opposite.

PS - I am not mad on the double top stitching on the plain version either though.

Yes, I totally agree with you. I am glad we can be honest with our reactions here without a whiplash.

I don't know of any expensive bag with stitching like this. It reminds me of the hand-sewn purses and things made out of paper that you made as a kid with this type of stitching.

Without the stitching it reminds me of a more elegant and refined botkier trigger without the zippers. I also am not sure of the double stitching spots.

etalb1111 · May 18th, 2009, 11:22 AM

Originally Posted by lionlaw

Yes, I totally agree with you. I am glad we can be honest with our reactions here without a whiplash.

I don't know of any expensive bag with stitching like this. It reminds me of the hand-sewn purses and things made out of paper that you made as a kid with this type of stitching.

Without the stitching it reminds me of a more elegant and refined botkier trigger without the zippers. I also am not sure of the double stitching spots.

Lionlaw what you say here is just it - in my opinion - the stitching does cheapen it somehow. The navy version is much more grown up - and I think in a matte leather it would be very sophisticated.

kings_20 · May 18th, 2009, 11:31 AM

Love the color, leather, and not so much the style. I'm not a fan of the tassles either. Nice, but I am not blown away.

lccsue · May 18th, 2009, 11:32 AM

I absolutely love everything about this - EVERYTHING! have to admit I have been getting a little bored with BE lately, but this is simply stunning!

May 18th, 2009, 10:58 AM	#34
lovebags2 Member Joined: Oct 2007 Posts: 4,657	Hi Ladies, Jackie just mentioned that the stitching is what makes the bag look SO expensive and luxurious. Hm.... This is something to consider!
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May 18th, 2009, 11:00 AM	#35
MrsShoeGal Member Joined: Sep 2006 Location: West Coast Posts: 7,383	I think I like this version better! Well I do lov ethe purple witht he stitching though but love this blue w/o it!
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May 18th, 2009, 11:01 AM	#36
Moonstarr Balicious! Joined: Jan 2007 Location: Alberta, Canada Posts: 3,699	I was just checking out the 360 view on the website ... so the stitching is in the front and the back doesn't have the stitching ... I really like the bag so far. And I like the outer pockets ... wonder if it's two big outer pockets or four? Oh, looks like it would be 4 separate pockets! These are the dimensions online: H: 21cm/8.5"(when slouchy and w/o strap) W: 37 cm/14.5" D 5.5cm/2.2" Maximum Strap drop: 33cm/13" Is it really 8.5" high when slouchy and 2.2" wide? That seems low and narrow. I like the width though. I'd love to see a modeling shot of this bag.
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May 18th, 2009, 11:03 AM	#38
peppy Member Joined: Oct 2006 Posts: 3,986	I love the leather, love the color, love the braided handle, love the braiding across the top of the pockets ..... BUT not down the sides and bottom of the pockets. So if I'd were to custom one, I'd ask for braiding across the top only. Did anyone notice the changes to the BE tag? Love the fact that attention was given to the BE tag, but I actually don't like the little detail braiding and how it's attached to the bag. Much prefer the old BE tag.
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May 18th, 2009, 11:10 AM	#40
tastangan Member Joined: Oct 2008 Posts: 2,063	Which part of the bag makes it a TPF limited edition exclusive actually? Is it combination of the stitching AND the dark purple cervo leather?
tastangan Member Joined: Oct 2008 Posts: 2,063

May 18th, 2009, 10:45 AM	#31
Jenova Member Joined: Jul 2007 Location: UK Posts: 11,803	I think the plain version would look much more attractive in a matte leather.

May 18th, 2009, 11:12 AM	#41
Jenova Member Joined: Jul 2007 Location: UK Posts: 11,803	I would prefer to see very precisely applied lines of fine piping instead of either the leather 'stitching' or the two lines of top stitching. I think that would create a similar effect and look much more 'expensive'.

May 18th, 2009, 11:31 AM	#44
kings_20 Member Joined: Sep 2007 Posts: 5,346	Love the color, leather, and not so much the style. I'm not a fan of the tassles either. Nice, but I am not blown away.
kings_20 Member Joined: Sep 2007 Posts: 5,346

May 18th, 2009, 11:32 AM	#45
lccsue Member Joined: Feb 2008 Location: BC Posts: 1,152	I absolutely love everything about this - EVERYTHING! have to admit I have been getting a little bored with BE lately, but this is simply stunning!
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