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love_marni · Aug 31st, 2009, 12:41 AM

Hi all:

I recently received this Marni double handle ballon bag in plum suede. It's amazing. It is versatile because when you take off the strap and zip in the corners, you have a different bag. It's color is rich and plentiful. It goes great with all colors, esp naturals and dark denim.

::Problem:: It retailed for $1650 and is SUEDE.

It being suede and a high price is an issue because I want to be able to use it for a long time and suede is known for being high-mai. Yes, it does come in different colors but the leather kind is a very thin goat leather and looks like the texture of a plastic sack.

About the color - I stepped out of my comfort zone and purchased a color. I always opt for black...which means I have many black bags.

Any suede care instructions?
Should I keep the suede color or opt for the thin leather type?

You expertise is great appreciated!

Mari

dramakitten · Aug 31st, 2009, 01:26 AM

OMG!! That bag is GORGEOUS in every way. It is WAY better than the smooth leathers IMO. I would spray the heck out of it w/ a suede protectant ie Vectra or Applegarde and not worry about it. It is a darker color so it won't show dirt as easily and ENJOY. That is one of the best bags I have seen this season!

CONGRATS & welcome!

KittyKat65 · Aug 31st, 2009, 06:59 AM

I would keep it! It's gorgeous! I had one of the patent leather ones and I returned it because it felt like plastic and the leather had no substance to it so it was shapeless.

raj · Aug 31st, 2009, 11:52 AM

I think that you should keep it, but I am biased because I love Marni...I love that bag and was considering the grey suede version for myself.

Leeleerae · Aug 31st, 2009, 01:59 PM

I love it!

alisonanna · Aug 31st, 2009, 06:01 PM

I love it
I agree - SPRAY it! I found that you should even spray the regular goatskin leather Marni bags to protect against water, and should spray every couple of months.

love_marni · Aug 31st, 2009, 11:32 PM

Ladies of Purseblog....thank you sooo much for the input and responses!

I did some research and am either going to spray it with Apple Garde or have it professionally protected by the http://www.lovinmybags.com lady. There is even a purse spa option. Take a peek at the before and afters...pretty amazing. I read that with suede, the best defense is a good offense...so I'm just going to keep it protected and hopefully it will bring me joy for years to come.

I'm such a newbie when it comes to this. I had no idea you people existed...It's like finding water in the desert to quench your thirst!

xoxo

Mari

tatu_002 · Aug 31st, 2009, 11:39 PM

love the design of this bag, really cute!
oh and I like suede, keep it even if its hard to take care of, I think its worth it.

Stella Fleuret · Sep 1st, 2009, 01:58 PM

What a beauty! Do whatever you can to protect her, she's absolutely gorgeous.

papertiger · Sep 1st, 2009, 03:36 PM

As everybody else has agreed - that bag is purple-fantastic and I'm so glad you're going to keep it.

I also have a suede bag that cost a fortune, it's mid-blue and I sprayed it twice before I used it (even though these bags are usually protected and the tanning stage too) and I've had no problem. So far.

But

Every time I carry it I do take a large plastic carrier bag - just in case of an unexpected downpour. Just to be safe

alisonanna · Oct 25th, 2009, 08:29 AM

I'm not sure if you're still around - not many postings - but I'm wondering how your bag is holding up? It really is beautiful!

Aug 31st, 2009, 12:41 AM	#1
love_marni OP Member Joined: Aug 2009 Posts: 3	Care for a suede Marni? Should I even keep the Marni? Hi all: I recently received this Marni double handle ballon bag in plum suede. It's amazing. It is versatile because when you take off the strap and zip in the corners, you have a different bag. It's color is rich and plentiful. It goes great with all colors, esp naturals and dark denim. ::Problem:: It retailed for $1650 and is SUEDE. It being suede and a high price is an issue because I want to be able to use it for a long time and suede is known for being high-mai. Yes, it does come in different colors but the leather kind is a very thin goat leather and looks like the texture of a plastic sack. About the color - I stepped out of my comfort zone and purchased a color. I always opt for black...which means I have many black bags. Any suede care instructions? Should I keep the suede color or opt for the thin leather type? You expertise is great appreciated! Mari
love_marni OP Member Joined: Aug 2009 Posts: 3

Aug 31st, 2009, 01:26 AM	#2
dramakitten Member Joined: Feb 2009 Posts: 451	OMG!! That bag is GORGEOUS in every way. It is WAY better than the smooth leathers IMO. I would spray the heck out of it w/ a suede protectant ie Vectra or Applegarde and not worry about it. It is a darker color so it won't show dirt as easily and ENJOY. That is one of the best bags I have seen this season! CONGRATS & welcome!
dramakitten Member Joined: Feb 2009 Posts: 451

Aug 31st, 2009, 06:59 AM	#3
KittyKat65 Aussie Gal In U.S.A. Joined: Feb 2007 Location: Central Texas Posts: 2,538	I would keep it! It's gorgeous! I had one of the patent leather ones and I returned it because it felt like plastic and the leather had no substance to it so it was shapeless.
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Aug 31st, 2009, 11:52 AM	#4
raj Member Joined: Jan 2006 Posts: 235	I think that you should keep it, but I am biased because I love Marni...I love that bag and was considering the grey suede version for myself.
raj Member Joined: Jan 2006 Posts: 235

Aug 31st, 2009, 01:59 PM	#5
Leeleerae Member Joined: Jan 2009 Posts: 1,105	I love it!
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Aug 31st, 2009, 06:01 PM	#6
alisonanna Member Joined: Aug 2006 Posts: 2,250	I love it I agree - SPRAY it! I found that you should even spray the regular goatskin leather Marni bags to protect against water, and should spray every couple of months.
alisonanna Member Joined: Aug 2006 Posts: 2,250

Aug 31st, 2009, 11:32 PM	#7
love_marni OP Member Joined: Aug 2009 Posts: 3	Ladies of Purseblog....thank you sooo much for the input and responses! I did some research and am either going to spray it with Apple Garde or have it professionally protected by the http://www.lovinmybags.com lady. There is even a purse spa option. Take a peek at the before and afters...pretty amazing. I read that with suede, the best defense is a good offense...so I'm just going to keep it protected and hopefully it will bring me joy for years to come. I'm such a newbie when it comes to this. I had no idea you people existed...It's like finding water in the desert to quench your thirst! xoxo Mari
love_marni OP Member Joined: Aug 2009 Posts: 3

Aug 31st, 2009, 11:39 PM	#8
tatu_002 Member Joined: Jan 2008 Location: Indiana University Posts: 1,048	love the design of this bag, really cute! oh and I like suede, keep it even if its hard to take care of, I think its worth it.
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Sep 1st, 2009, 01:58 PM	#9
Stella Fleuret Sofa King Banned Joined: Mar 2009 Posts: 1,600	What a beauty! Do whatever you can to protect her, she's absolutely gorgeous.

Sep 1st, 2009, 03:36 PM	#10
papertiger Member Joined: May 2009 Location: UK/France Posts: 4,248	As everybody else has agreed - that bag is purple-fantastic and I'm so glad you're going to keep it. I also have a suede bag that cost a fortune, it's mid-blue and I sprayed it twice before I used it (even though these bags are usually protected and the tanning stage too) and I've had no problem. So far. But Every time I carry it I do take a large plastic carrier bag - just in case of an unexpected downpour. Just to be safe

Oct 25th, 2009, 08:29 AM	#11
alisonanna Member Joined: Aug 2006 Posts: 2,250	I'm not sure if you're still around - not many postings - but I'm wondering how your bag is holding up? It really is beautiful!
alisonanna Member Joined: Aug 2006 Posts: 2,250

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