Should I feel guilty? Python bag.

Rondafaye · Apr 10th, 2008, 01:05 PM

I have been craving a python bag and I love the Zagliani, but it's way out of my price range. I found this bag on eBay and realize it's very similar to the Zagliani, but waaay cheaper ($245) and, well, I was weak and bought it. Of course, I am hoping I actually receive it and that it looks half as good as the photo would suggest.

I'm feeling guilty, though. Even though it isn't technically a fake (not marketed as Zagliani, no Zagliani name) . . . Has anyone else ever purchased a "similar to" bag? Should I be totally ashamed?

bag-mania · Apr 10th, 2008, 01:18 PM

I thought you were feeling guilty about having a python bag for animal welfare reasons when I read your title.

No, there's nothing wrong with having an "inspired" bag. I think many designers steal ideas from each other. It isn't a fake since they aren't trying to pass it off as the original designer. Enjoy it!

JuiceBox · Apr 10th, 2008, 01:20 PM

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Originally Posted by bag-mania

I thought you were feeling guilty about having a python bag for animal welfare reasons when I read your title.

No, there's nothing wrong with having an "inspired" bag. I think many designers steal ideas from each other. It isn't a fake since they aren't trying to pass it off as the original designer. Enjoy it!

haha, i was thinking the same thing!

I personally don't like inspired bags BUT it is absolutley fine if you feel happy with it - its not a fake so there's no problem :) Enjoy!

JAP4life · Apr 10th, 2008, 01:56 PM

Gorgeous bag, love that shape!

bextasy · Apr 10th, 2008, 02:03 PM

i like the bag.. cute color.

janaloveskooba · Apr 10th, 2008, 02:41 PM

Awesome color Rhonda! Such a deep and rich looking red.

Rondafaye · Apr 10th, 2008, 04:07 PM

Well, it's supposed to be genuine python infused with silicone to make the skins softer. I wouldn't have even known it was imitative of the Zagliani if I weren't a member of this forum, and I doubt that anyone I know will know. Let's just say I don't know anyone else who is into handbags like we all are.

I'll post a photo when it arrives so we can see how it looks in person.

mustlovecatz · Apr 10th, 2008, 04:19 PM

cant wait to see it! i hope its even better in person..

LindaP · Apr 10th, 2008, 04:26 PM

I see nothing wrong with designer inspired bags, enjoy!

Linda

valkyrie360 · Apr 10th, 2008, 04:29 PM

It's GORGEOUS! Nothing wrong with designer inspiration -- you did good!

shoeguru3 · Apr 10th, 2008, 04:47 PM

Very nice. Did you cancel the other python bag?

pinkshoulders · Apr 10th, 2008, 06:03 PM

I would not know a Zagliani unless it was handed to me with a label, so I think you made a great choice! Hope it meets your expectations...I know how that is with stuff on eBay.

sweetdreams · Apr 10th, 2008, 06:05 PM

Great color.No, don't feel guilty, you saved a python!

Rondafaye · Apr 10th, 2008, 07:25 PM

Well, since it's supposed to be genuine python . . . I guess I actually murdered one or two. Or three. But I wear leather, so . . .

And, no, I didn't cancel the D'Angel Tia in natural. I am justifying my bad behavior by consoling myself with the thought that I sold four bags this week.

eorchid · Apr 10th, 2008, 07:47 PM

is it just me, or does anyone ever think, pythons are snakes, and better the snake is the goner than me? :) hee hee. Ok, I'm sure I have outraged some activists out there, but here's my ignorant question: Are people against python for the python's sake or for the workers related to the industry that have to capture the pythons and put themselves at risk? THEN I would feel bad about python.

However, back to the point, lovely bag and can't wait to see pics of the real thing!!!

Apr 10th, 2008, 01:05 PM	#1
Rondafaye Member Location: San Antonio, Texas	Should I feel guilty? Python bag. I have been craving a python bag and I love the Zagliani, but it's way out of my price range. I found this bag on eBay and realize it's very similar to the Zagliani, but waaay cheaper ($245) and, well, I was weak and bought it. Of course, I am hoping I actually receive it and that it looks half as good as the photo would suggest. I'm feeling guilty, though. Even though it isn't technically a fake (not marketed as Zagliani, no Zagliani name) . . . Has anyone else ever purchased a "similar to" bag? Should I be totally ashamed? __________________

Apr 10th, 2008, 01:18 PM	#2
bag-mania Member	Re: Should I feel guilty? Python bag. I thought you were feeling guilty about having a python bag for animal welfare reasons when I read your title. No, there's nothing wrong with having an "inspired" bag. I think many designers steal ideas from each other. It isn't a fake since they aren't trying to pass it off as the original designer. Enjoy it!

Apr 10th, 2008, 01:56 PM	#4
JAP4life Au revoir ♥ Location: My iPod touch	Re: Should I feel guilty? Python bag. Gorgeous bag, love that shape! __________________ Wishlist: A great pair of sunglasses (Tom Ford aviators perhaps.)

Apr 10th, 2008, 02:03 PM	#5
bextasy Member	Re: Should I feel guilty? Python bag. i like the bag.. cute color. __________________ When life gives you lemons, make lemonade

Apr 10th, 2008, 02:41 PM	#6
janaloveskooba Baxter's Mom	Re: Should I feel guilty? Python bag. Awesome color Rhonda! Such a deep and rich looking red.

Apr 10th, 2008, 04:07 PM	#7
Rondafaye Member Location: San Antonio, Texas	Re: Should I feel guilty? Python bag. Well, it's supposed to be genuine python infused with silicone to make the skins softer. I wouldn't have even known it was imitative of the Zagliani if I weren't a member of this forum, and I doubt that anyone I know will know. Let's just say I don't know anyone else who is into handbags like we all are. I'll post a photo when it arrives so we can see how it looks in person. __________________

Apr 10th, 2008, 04:19 PM	#8
mustlovecatz Sofa King Banned	Re: Should I feel guilty? Python bag. cant wait to see it! i hope its even better in person..

Apr 10th, 2008, 04:26 PM	#9
LindaP Member Location: Blue Ridge Mountains, Virginia USA	Re: Should I feel guilty? Python bag. I see nothing wrong with designer inspired bags, enjoy! Linda

Apr 10th, 2008, 04:29 PM	#10
valkyrie360 Member	Re: Should I feel guilty? Python bag. It's GORGEOUS! Nothing wrong with designer inspiration -- you did good!

Apr 10th, 2008, 04:47 PM	#11
shoeguru3 Member	Re: Should I feel guilty? Python bag. Very nice. Did you cancel the other python bag?

Apr 10th, 2008, 06:03 PM	#12
pinkshoulders Member Location: Alexandria, VA	Re: Should I feel guilty? Python bag. I would not know a Zagliani unless it was handed to me with a label, so I think you made a great choice! Hope it meets your expectations...I know how that is with stuff on eBay. __________________ There are two theories to arguing with women. Neither one works.

Apr 10th, 2008, 06:05 PM	#13
sweetdreams Slave to Cats Location: Sunny CA	Re: Should I feel guilty? Python bag. Great color.No, don't feel guilty, you saved a python!

Apr 10th, 2008, 07:25 PM	#14
Rondafaye Member Location: San Antonio, Texas	Re: Should I feel guilty? Python bag. Well, since it's supposed to be genuine python . . . I guess I actually murdered one or two. Or three. But I wear leather, so . . . And, no, I didn't cancel the D'Angel Tia in natural. I am justifying my bad behavior by consoling myself with the thought that I sold four bags this week. __________________

Apr 10th, 2008, 07:47 PM	#15
eorchid i heart fashion Location: maryland	Re: Should I feel guilty? Python bag. is it just me, or does anyone ever think, pythons are snakes, and better the snake is the goner than me? :) hee hee. Ok, I'm sure I have outraged some activists out there, but here's my ignorant question: Are people against python for the python's sake or for the workers related to the industry that have to capture the pythons and put themselves at risk? THEN I would feel bad about python. However, back to the point, lovely bag and can't wait to see pics of the real thing!!! __________________ "Fashion is in the sky, in the street, fashion has to do with ideas, the way we live, what is happening." -Coco Chanel Wishlist: RM Market Tote in Navy Luxe, RM MAM in Cloud Grey, Chanel 2.55 Reissue Black matte flap