Hobo or Carryall?? My first leather bag!!!

mrodriquez2006 · Jul 23rd, 2008, 09:54 AM

So i have finally found a leather bag worth to be called my own!!! It would be my first!!!

vs.

Carryall Hobo

The are both TDF...but there's no sense in having both...ok, maybe there is

BUT for now...which one??? They are both the same price, so pros and cons of each??? TIA ladies!

gypsumrose · Jul 23rd, 2008, 10:10 AM

Which do you prefer? Do you have more hobos or totes? I want your leather bag to work for you (you might not come back!), so I would recommend getting the style that you prefer in general.

baglady39 · Jul 23rd, 2008, 10:15 AM

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Originally Posted by gypsumrose

Which do you prefer? Do you have more hobos or totes? I want your leather bag to work for you (you might not come back!), so I would recommend getting the style that you prefer in general.

I have to agree with this...get what works best for you! As for my opinion, I voted for the carryall. I don't think either bag is huge, but I personally don't care for that hobo. That's just my opinion. I have an older style Hamptons carryall that looks kind of similar although the belt is braided and thicker. I would check out Donnalynn's post for the hobo. I forgot what which size she ordered, but she returned it and got a 2-3 yr old belted pleated hobo in black. The post is here and you can see her pics:

Mahogany belted hobo is here! Opinions needed please!

VPink118 · Jul 23rd, 2008, 10:16 AM

I have been eyeing both of those bags too! Love em both! BUT my eye was first drawn to the carryall before anything else. What color are you thinking??

CoachGirl12 · Jul 23rd, 2008, 10:16 AM

i voted for the carryall... after seeing donnalynn's pics of her hobo, i'm not really feeling that style for some reason? maybe because the strap on it looks thin and doesn't go w/the bag? I love the carryall because of the way that it looks and the cute charm that comes with it!

NorthStar · Jul 23rd, 2008, 11:00 AM

I was feeling the hobo, until I checked out Donnalynn's photos of hers. It looks nice, but not WOW kwim? That Carryall on the other hand looks cute with the pleating & charms also. But maybe you are not into that "structured" kind of bag? Then the hobo might work better for you. I know that hobo-styles tend to look better when they're full of stuff, nice and slouchy I guess. Love the berry color though!

Tuptake2006 · Jul 23rd, 2008, 11:13 AM

I am debating this right now myself, I have both exact items in "shopping bag" but can't decide which one I want... this will be my first full-price all leather Coach bag as well! I think I am going to go with the Carryall... but I LOVE the color!!

Jkm · Jul 23rd, 2008, 11:19 AM

I like the carry all.

shakti29 · Jul 23rd, 2008, 11:34 AM

I like the hobo just because I think single strap bags are easier to carry.

Snowqueen! · Jul 23rd, 2008, 12:00 PM

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Originally Posted by shakti29

I like the hobo just because I think single strap bags are easier to carry.

I have been dabating all morning on the same two bags (only I am looking at the smaller hobo). I think I am leaning more toward the carryall. It just has better detailing.

I would like to see them both in person though before I decide.

kkiimm · Jul 23rd, 2008, 12:09 PM

omg, tough because i LOVE both! i would say that it depends on what type of person you are.. well not person but purse-carrier

if you like more structured shapes obviously the carryall is the way to go, but if you are kinda chill and like your stuff to hang around in the bag, hobo.. to be honest i am more drawn to the carryall.. i already have the hamptons signature embossed carryall & a gallery tote and i just love bags with structure. although i have one hobo, i am slowly getting over the shape because i like bags that will stand up when i set them down. good luck + post pics when you decide!

applescruff · Jul 23rd, 2008, 01:15 PM

i love the hobo, it looks like it slouches nicely! but it depends what you are looking for.

x_TaNgErInE_x · Jul 23rd, 2008, 01:20 PM

Depends on how you want to use it. I've been looking at both and like them equally but I'd get one depending on what I plan on using it for. I personally would get the hobo because most of my bags are totes or tote-like with the 2 handles and I've only got one hobo style bag. Also I would want something that I could dress up more as well like for going out for dinner.

TnC · Jul 23rd, 2008, 01:54 PM

i love the carryall. it has the cute charms and i love that detail. i want to get one too but don't know which color, i hope it comes out in white then it'll be easy decision for me. Get the carryall!!

greenpixie · Jul 23rd, 2008, 01:58 PM

Carryall! That is the one I have my eye on...

View Poll Results: Which Hamptons Style?
HAMPTONS LEATHER CARRYALL	34	50.75%
HAMPTONS LEATHER LARGE HOBO	33	49.25%
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Jul 23rd, 2008, 09:54 AM	#1
mrodriquez2006 ++Purple Queen++ Joined: Jun 2006 Location: Austin, Texas Posts: 1,707	Hobo or Carryall?? My first leather bag!!! So i have finally found a leather bag worth to be called my own!!! It would be my first!!! vs. Carryall Hobo The are both TDF...but there's no sense in having both...ok, maybe there is BUT for now...which one??? They are both the same price, so pros and cons of each??? TIA ladies! __________________ the unbannable ~~Click here for Albums~~ I may be petite but I bring the HEAT. I'll cut you up like sushi and wear you like GUCCI! I Valentino Petco Fashion Show Winner!! Life's a Beach and I'm just Tanning

Jul 23rd, 2008, 10:10 AM	#2
gypsumrose :) Joined: Oct 2007 Location: IL Posts: 1,336	Which do you prefer? Do you have more hobos or totes? I want your leather bag to work for you (you might not come back!), so I would recommend getting the style that you prefer in general. __________________ Wishlist: I'm happy! :) I recently acquired: My dream car - Miata RM Night Blue Nikki Parchment/Mahogany Carly

Jul 23rd, 2008, 10:16 AM	#5
CoachGirl12 I WANT EVERYTHING! Joined: Jan 2008 Posts: 5,002	i voted for the carryall... after seeing donnalynn's pics of her hobo, i'm not really feeling that style for some reason? maybe because the strap on it looks thin and doesn't go w/the bag? I love the carryall because of the way that it looks and the cute charm that comes with it! __________________ Wishlist: [x]COACH Bulldog Keyfob [x]COACH Silver Mini Heart Ring [x]See by Chloe Daytripper in Black [ ]RM MAB Dark Gray w/Royal Blue Trim

Jul 23rd, 2008, 11:00 AM	#6
NorthStar tPF'n between class Joined: Mar 2008 Location: A Minnesotan lost somewhere in Michigan Posts: 705	I was feeling the hobo, until I checked out Donnalynn's photos of hers. It looks nice, but not WOW kwim? That Carryall on the other hand looks cute with the pleating & charms also. But maybe you are not into that "structured" kind of bag? Then the hobo might work better for you. I know that hobo-styles tend to look better when they're full of stuff, nice and slouchy I guess. Love the berry color though! __________________ Butters & Nutmeg My Guinea Pig Girls WISHLIST Coach Lindsay Vintage Leather Shopper in TealSHE'S HERE!!!* Coach Large Signature Zoe in Bordeaux/Aubergine RM Matinee in Grey w/Suede

Jul 23rd, 2008, 10:16 AM	#4
VPink118 Member Joined: Jun 2008 Location: Michigan Posts: 220	I have been eyeing both of those bags too! Love em both! BUT my eye was first drawn to the carryall before anything else. What color are you thinking??

Jul 23rd, 2008, 11:13 AM	#7
Tuptake2006 Smunchilicious Joined: Jun 2008 Location: On Frail Wings of Vanity Posts: 633	I am debating this right now myself, I have both exact items in "shopping bag" but can't decide which one I want... this will be my first full-price all leather Coach bag as well! I think I am going to go with the Carryall... but I LOVE the color!!

Jul 23rd, 2008, 11:19 AM	#8
Jkm Member Joined: Jul 2007 Location: USA Posts: 1,837	I like the carry all.

Jul 23rd, 2008, 11:34 AM	#9
shakti29 Vintage Coach Lover Joined: Apr 2008 Location: A yoga studio in my head Posts: 1,212	I like the hobo just because I think single strap bags are easier to carry. __________________ ~*My Handbag Collection*~

Jul 23rd, 2008, 12:09 PM	#11
kkiimm Addict! ♥ Joined: Apr 2007 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 1,122	omg, tough because i LOVE both! i would say that it depends on what type of person you are.. well not person but purse-carrier if you like more structured shapes obviously the carryall is the way to go, but if you are kinda chill and like your stuff to hang around in the bag, hobo.. to be honest i am more drawn to the carryall.. i already have the hamptons signature embossed carryall & a gallery tote and i just love bags with structure. although i have one hobo, i am slowly getting over the shape because i like bags that will stand up when i set them down. good luck + post pics when you decide! __________________ my avatar was made by lefury on livejournal. this signature was made by me.

Jul 23rd, 2008, 01:15 PM	#12
applescruff coach lovin' hippie Joined: Dec 2007 Location: NJ Posts: 529	i love the hobo, it looks like it slouches nicely! but it depends what you are looking for. __________________ "Truth is something you stumble into when you think you're going someplace else." ~ Jerry Garcia ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ~~~~

Jul 23rd, 2008, 01:20 PM	#13
x_TaNgErInE_x Member Joined: May 2008 Posts: 340	Depends on how you want to use it. I've been looking at both and like them equally but I'd get one depending on what I plan on using it for. I personally would get the hobo because most of my bags are totes or tote-like with the 2 handles and I've only got one hobo style bag. Also I would want something that I could dress up more as well like for going out for dinner.

Jul 23rd, 2008, 01:54 PM	#14
TnC lovin' my skyline Joined: Sep 2007 Posts: 2,090	i love the carryall. it has the cute charms and i love that detail. i want to get one too but don't know which color, i hope it comes out in white then it'll be easy decision for me. Get the carryall!! __________________ *ADDED NEW CAR PICS* check it out http://forum.purseblog.com/album.php?albumid=479

Jul 23rd, 2008, 01:58 PM	#15
greenpixie Sofa King Addicted Joined: Dec 2006 Location: sunny CA Posts: 3,492	Carryall! That is the one I have my eye on... __________________ Wants: Ignes midi Sofia in tinted wine, mini Ormala in purple, Coach laced Ergo hobo in magenta