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May 12th, 2009, 04:37 PM
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James Hobo in Deep Purple: Reveal!!
This is kind of overdue! I got my first Botkier last week, and was definitely very pleased with the quality! I mentioned more in the "Botkier vs RM" thread, but this bag definitely meets all my expectations with regards to construction and leather quality for this price range. For a style where stitching detail is important as well (the zigzag stitching), it was definitely great to see that the stitching was all even and tight enough that nothing looks like it might come loose!
The James Hobo is definitely very soft and slouchy, though it winds up a bit "armpit bag"-ish when carried via the rolled handle.  When it's fully loaded with my stuff and weighed down, though, the top does slouch down a bit more and is more comfortable, although the main zipper is still a little hard to use. (It's possible to leave the bag unzipped when carried on the shoulder, though, without being too easy a target for pickpockets, IMHO.) The shoulder strap is also definitely a useful addition! The strap's not quite long enough to allow the bag to be comfortably carried crossbody, but it's definitely very comfortable to use the shoulder strap to carry it on one shoulder.That's enough blathering, I think. Time for the pics! (All pictures taken under natural lighting; colour is pretty accurate too, I think.)The James Hobo! Deep Purple is definitely a pop of colour that works well for me... With the strap attached. The drop's about 20" according to Luna Boston, and that measurement seems pretty accurate to me. Tassels... Always awesome... Silver hardware! And that impeccable zigzag stitching detail... |
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May 12th, 2009, 04:40 PM
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Always nice to see a little custom hardware on a bag, too... Front of the interior. You may not be able to tell from the pics, but the keyfob's chain is a really nice and heavy-duty double-linked chain. It's really long, too! (The chain is doubled-up and hooked back onto the D-ring next to the pocket in the pic.) Back of the interior. I have a minor nitpick that the zipper is plastic, but the leather zipper pull and trim for the pocket definitely make up for this! Last, but not least: leather porn! 
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May 12th, 2009, 07:03 PM
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lol leather porn. is this nsfw?!?!
your bag looks amazing! the texture of the leather and the color looks very yummy in your pics. I love all the details (and how detailed your pics are) and i've never been disappointed with botkier quality before, although I've read other people's issues with that sometimes :P |
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May 12th, 2009, 07:09 PM
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What Sale???
Joined: Jun 2006
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It's stunning
 
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May 12th, 2009, 07:09 PM
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Those are great photo's Starkfan! It's just gorgeous and the close ups really show the quality and workmanship. Congrats to you, enjoy your new bag!! :)
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May 12th, 2009, 07:22 PM
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Do you have some modeling shots? I am looking for a purple bag and would love to see it on you?? It looks amazing!
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May 12th, 2009, 07:55 PM
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Whoa!!! SO pretty! I've had my eye on this one but got sidetracked by the Treesje Asher in the same color. So glad you posted coz you've got me convinced.
Congrats and pls post modeling pics if you have any. |
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May 13th, 2009, 01:26 PM
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Congrats Starkfan! I've been waiting for this since I saw you talked about your Botkier purchase in the other thread!
Yay, we need some modeling shots please~~ |
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May 13th, 2009, 02:08 PM
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This bag is beautiful and I love me a great purple bag!
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May 13th, 2009, 04:26 PM
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Congrats Starkfan this is gorgeous! Your pictures are fabulous as well. Ahhh look at the leather!
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May 13th, 2009, 11:15 PM
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Your pictures are awesome; I love the color! I'm looking forward to some modeling pics
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May 14th, 2009, 03:31 PM
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Chanel Girl At Heart
Joined: Jul 2006
Location: New Jersey
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AHHH!!! total gorge!!
 I didn't know the James was a cross body! I can't wait to see modelling pics!!
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May 14th, 2009, 08:36 PM
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That's a really pretty bag!
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May 14th, 2009, 08:59 PM
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is sofa king cool.
Joined: Feb 2008
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i was contemplating the cocoa ... i kinda regret not getting it now after seeing your pics!
post some model pics! i would love to see it worn on shoulder and crossbody |
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May 15th, 2009, 12:00 AM
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Ditto! The color is so rich and luxurious. Congrats. |
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