Opinions from Foley + Corinna owners....

angelchick182 · Jul 13th, 2008, 05:10 PM

Hi ladies!

Up to now, my purchases have pretty much revolved around the two brands I love the most - Rebecca Minkoff and L.A.M.B., but I've been browsing around and have found that I really like the Mini City Tote and the Jet-Setter Jr. bags. I'm considering getting them in the near future, but I'd like to get some overall opinions from owners(since I've heard good and bad things regarding quality).

*How are they holding up over time?
*How does the quality compare with other brands?
*Are they high maintenance(do you have to baby them, basically)?
*Are there any products or methods that are "no-no's" in regards to cleaning/conditioning them? What products do you use?
*Are all their leathers created equal or are some holding up better than others?

Thanks in advance for your help!

stylefly · Jul 13th, 2008, 05:40 PM

I'll let others chime in on the other aspects but I just wanted to let you know that they have discontinued the Mini City as of Fall 08...
Also, the pebbled and 'naked' leathers have traditionally held up better than any of the Glazed ones...but that should be true for pretty much any glazed leather from what I understand.

fashion16 · Jul 13th, 2008, 06:09 PM

I have the glazed leather jr. jetsetter. I have had her since about January. She is a beautiful eggplant color and I get stares & compliments but I would be very upset if I paid full price for her. Originally $528.00, I got her for around $220.00. The longer I use her, the more broken in she looks (which is a good thing) but the more the glaze cracks and wears off showing an ugly base underneath. I would say go for the Jr. Jetsetter but I wouldn't buy the glazed leather though they are beautiful.

tonij2000 · Jul 13th, 2008, 06:20 PM

I have a metallic City Tote and while I love it for the look and the style...I would NOT pay full price for one. It's looking worn near the top of the bag and I've carried it only a few times. I'll def buy another one if the price is right but at full price, no way. They don't even come with sleepers.

Elara · Jul 13th, 2008, 06:26 PM

This is good to know- I've been looking at a half city at Nordies over the past few weeks, and discovered it just got knocked down 25% the other day- if it goes down again at the sale next week, I think I'll probably grab it- otherwise, sounds like it may not be worth it. Which makes me sad because that leather is just so soft an squooshy...

titania029 · Jul 13th, 2008, 09:35 PM

That's unfortunate the mini will be continued, that's my favorite size! I don't know what leather I have, but it's not glazed or metallic, and it's held up pretty well. I only noticed a flaw when I initially got it (there was a split in the leather attaching the loop for the detachable strap). As a result, I never put too much in my bag, and the split hasn't gotten any bigger.

artich0ke · Jul 13th, 2008, 09:59 PM

I have a glazed Mid City Tote in Honey and I love it. I do not baby my bags -- I drop them, bump them, put them on the floor, don't condition them, don't put them in dust bags, throw them over my shoulder, throw them over my shoulder, put them on the ground when I'm putting groceries in my car... Basically everything you're not supposed to do to a bag I do to mine. My Mid City Tote hasn't failed me yet, and the leather looks better the more I beat it up. The glaze is wearing off but in this particular leather/bag I don't mind it, esp. since it's not my main work bag.

Voodoo · Jul 13th, 2008, 11:10 PM

My first F+C arrives this week...the electric sea blue color knocked my socks off. I can't wait to get the bag...I'm glad to see what others think.

Elara · Jul 14th, 2008, 12:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Voodoo

My first F+C arrives this week...the electric sea blue color knocked my socks off. I can't wait to get the bag...I'm glad to see what others think.

OOo that's the color I'm hoping will go on sale this week- I think it's gorgeous!

suretobuy · Jul 14th, 2008, 04:30 AM

My jet setter jr. just arrived, so I don't know how well it will hold up yet. The leather is so smooth and gorgeous, nicer than RM leather in my opinion. It's my first FC bag, but I will definitely look into this brand some more. I got the lichen color on sale for $250.

s627y · Jul 14th, 2008, 11:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Elara

OOo that's the color I'm hoping will go on sale this week- I think it's gorgeous!

Where can you find them on sale? I've been looking at the City Tote forever. I love the blue or fushia. Thank you!

shaurin · Jul 14th, 2008, 12:16 PM

^ The mini city tote in fuchsia is on sale at www.lunaboston.com for $355!!! The mid city is also on sale in fuchsia for $385.

shaurin · Jul 14th, 2008, 12:17 PM

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Originally Posted by suretobuy

My jet setter jr. just arrived, so I don't know how well it will hold up yet. The leather is so smooth and gorgeous, nicer than RM leather in my opinion. It's my first FC bag, but I will definitely look into this brand some more. I got the lichen color on sale for $250.

^ I was sooo tempted to get this bag when it went on sale for $250 on ShopBop the other week, but I exercised some self restraint. Please let me know how you like the bag though and I'd love to see some pics!!!

I have the jet setter jr. in the senape color that was special to ShopBop awhile back -- it is sort of yellowish. IMO, it is a great bag, particularly for work, and it is my most complimented bag (not sure whether it is the shape or the color that people like). Overall, I've been quite happy with it!!!

zeitgeist4 · Jul 14th, 2008, 01:19 PM

I have both a plum distressed leather Anna Corinna mini city and an olive naked leather Foley + Corinna mini city.

The distressed one starts looking dry and I just rub in some Lubriderm. I haven't treated the olive one, but the handle has darkened a bit from hand oils.

I've had the plum since September 2006 and haven't had any construction quality issues.

Elara · Jul 14th, 2008, 02:29 PM

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Originally Posted by s627y

Where can you find them on sale? I've been looking at the City Tote forever. I love the blue or fushia. Thank you!

my Nordstrom has a couple that an SA hinted would be on sale later this week- if they do, I'll let you know!

Jul 13th, 2008, 05:10 PM	#1
angelchick182 Member Location: Nashville, TN	Opinions from Foley + Corinna owners.... Hi ladies! Up to now, my purchases have pretty much revolved around the two brands I love the most - Rebecca Minkoff and L.A.M.B., but I've been browsing around and have found that I really like the Mini City Tote and the Jet-Setter Jr. bags. I'm considering getting them in the near future, but I'd like to get some overall opinions from owners(since I've heard good and bad things regarding quality). How are they holding up over time? How does the quality compare with other brands? Are they high maintenance(do you have to baby them, basically)? Are there any products or methods that are "no-no's" in regards to cleaning/conditioning them? What products do you use? *Are all their leathers created equal or are some holding up better than others? Thanks in advance for your help! __________________ Current Collection: F+C Mid City(Navy Patent), RM MAB BBW, LP Gillian(Cognac), LAMB Kensington Camden(Chocolate), RM Matinee(Wine), RM Nikki(Ocean), RM MAM (Tangerine), RM MAB(Dk. Gray), RM No Strings Clutch(Nickel/Sand) Lusting After: RM Eggshell/Brown Croc Devote Tote, RM Beau Tote(Undecided color), RM Market Tote(Undecided color)

Jul 13th, 2008, 05:40 PM	#2
stylefly Recessionista Location: Canada Eh	I'll let others chime in on the other aspects but I just wanted to let you know that they have discontinued the Mini City as of Fall 08... Also, the pebbled and 'naked' leathers have traditionally held up better than any of the Glazed ones...but that should be true for pretty much any glazed leather from what I understand. __________________ Always 20% off all clothing and handbags with coupon code PURSEFORUM at www.stylefly.ca and free shipping at www.constylement.com

Jul 13th, 2008, 06:26 PM	#5
Elara Member Location: Richmond, VA	This is good to know- I've been looking at a half city at Nordies over the past few weeks, and discovered it just got knocked down 25% the other day- if it goes down again at the sale next week, I think I'll probably grab it- otherwise, sounds like it may not be worth it. Which makes me sad because that leather is just so soft an squooshy... __________________

Jul 13th, 2008, 09:35 PM	#6
titania029 Member Location: Dallas	That's unfortunate the mini will be continued, that's my favorite size! I don't know what leather I have, but it's not glazed or metallic, and it's held up pretty well. I only noticed a flaw when I initially got it (there was a split in the leather attaching the loop for the detachable strap). As a result, I never put too much in my bag, and the split hasn't gotten any bigger. __________________ I learned to think of shopping as the frosting on a cake. By itself, frosting is unfulfilling. It cannot be consumed on its own or turn a dry cake into a gourmet dessert. Frosting is meant to make what is already delicious and carefully prepared look finished and taste a little sweeter. In the same way, shopping is the polish. It's the final touch-up on your prudently taken-care-of mind, body and soul. - Retail Therapy: Life Lessons Learned While Shopping

Jul 13th, 2008, 09:59 PM	#7
artich0ke Member Location: down the Cape	I have a glazed Mid City Tote in Honey and I love it. I do not baby my bags -- I drop them, bump them, put them on the floor, don't condition them, don't put them in dust bags, throw them over my shoulder, throw them over my shoulder, put them on the ground when I'm putting groceries in my car... Basically everything you're not supposed to do to a bag I do to mine. My Mid City Tote hasn't failed me yet, and the leather looks better the more I beat it up. The glaze is wearing off but in this particular leather/bag I don't mind it, esp. since it's not my main work bag. __________________ artich0ke

Jul 13th, 2008, 06:09 PM	#3
fashion16 Member	I have the glazed leather jr. jetsetter. I have had her since about January. She is a beautiful eggplant color and I get stares & compliments but I would be very upset if I paid full price for her. Originally $528.00, I got her for around $220.00. The longer I use her, the more broken in she looks (which is a good thing) but the more the glaze cracks and wears off showing an ugly base underneath. I would say go for the Jr. Jetsetter but I wouldn't buy the glazed leather though they are beautiful.

Jul 13th, 2008, 06:20 PM	#4
tonij2000 Hi You Durin, Hmph! Location: ShowMeState	I have a metallic City Tote and while I love it for the look and the style...I would NOT pay full price for one. It's looking worn near the top of the bag and I've carried it only a few times. I'll def buy another one if the price is right but at full price, no way. They don't even come with sleepers.

Jul 13th, 2008, 11:10 PM	#8
Voodoo Obsessed Tano-Ite Location: Face Down	My first F+C arrives this week...the electric sea blue color knocked my socks off. I can't wait to get the bag...I'm glad to see what others think. __________________ GO STARS! ... 17-6-8-3 (15 points)

Jul 14th, 2008, 04:30 AM	#10
suretobuy Call me Maddie Location: South of Canada	My jet setter jr. just arrived, so I don't know how well it will hold up yet. The leather is so smooth and gorgeous, nicer than RM leather in my opinion. It's my first FC bag, but I will definitely look into this brand some more. I got the lichen color on sale for $250.

Jul 14th, 2008, 12:16 PM	#12
shaurin This Girl Hearts RM Location: C-Bus	^ The mini city tote in fuchsia is on sale at www.lunaboston.com for $355!!! The mid city is also on sale in fuchsia for $385. __________________

Jul 14th, 2008, 01:19 PM	#14
zeitgeist4 I live for bags. Location: SF Bay Area	I have both a plum distressed leather Anna Corinna mini city and an olive naked leather Foley + Corinna mini city. The distressed one starts looking dry and I just rub in some Lubriderm. I haven't treated the olive one, but the handle has darkened a bit from hand oils. I've had the plum since September 2006 and haven't had any construction quality issues. __________________ Come visit my bag babies! Zeitgeist4's Collection ~last updated: September 18, 2008~