Originally Posted by jmcadon

Oh, I see. JC had a line of bags in what they specifically called Liquid Patent a few seasons ago so that is what I thought you meant. They included the Mahala, Malena, Monna and a few others but they did not include the Ramona.

Oh Okay that is probably where I picked up the terminology ... Do you know if the soft patent (non textured) version wears better or worse than the textured one? I have an opportunity to pick up a very gently used excellent condition Ramona in the textured patent (I think it's called crushed patent) or should I go for the soft patent? Also does anyone know if the quality of the outlet bags are different? If I go soft patent I can get a new outlet version for about $700+ less than the pne currewty sold in Nordstroms.... Either way it's a large purchase i have it narrowed to these 3 bags but don't know which to choose ....

Originally Posted by twosmallwonders

Oh Okay that is probably where I picked up the terminology ... Do you know if the soft patent (non textured) version wears better or worse than the textured one? I have an opportunity to pick up a very gently used excellent condition Ramona in the textured patent (I think it's called crushed patent) or should I go for the soft patent? Also does anyone know if the quality of the outlet bags are different? If I go soft patent I can get a new outlet version for about $700+ less than the pne currewty sold in Nordstroms.... Either way it's a large purchase i have it narrowed to these 3 bags but don't know which to choose ....

The outlet bags should be the same quality. I think the soft patent might show wear a little sooner, but it depends on the color. I'd say you are safer with black, just make sure you keep it away from any other patent. I have had my black "wet look" Riki (Choo name) for about 5 years and it has shown no wear at all and I do not baby it. It looks like the newer crushed patent bags. The lighter colors will show color transfer from dark jeans if you are not careful.

Originally Posted by jmcadon

The outlet bags should be the same quality. I think the soft patent might show wear a little sooner, but it depends on the color. I'd say you are safer with black, just make sure you keep it away from any other patent. I have had my black "wet look" Riki (Choo name) for about 5 years and it has shown no wear at all and I do not baby it. It looks like the newer crushed patent bags. The lighter colors will show color transfer from dark jeans if you are not careful.

Thank you so much jmcadon I was definitely going for dark (black or navy) as I've just had to spend $300 to get color transfer off my offwhite Saba!! >:( ... I have seen some used crushed patent ones and it seems like they chip / flake could just be how it's being taken care of though I really like the look of the soft patent but I do not want to buy a new soft patent if it's going to show wear right away or if I have to really baby it like my saba.... I'm leaning toward the outlet one in soft or the gently used crushed now since you say thr outlet is same quality makes no sense to spend $700+ more to buy from Nordy :)

If anyone else has experience with crushed v soft/smooth patent please let me know :)

Had a question for some of you Jimmy Choo experts! Does anyone remember about how much the Jimmy Choo Tulita shoulder bag retailed for? (Yes I know it's been quite a while :P )

I'm specifically to this style: http://www.ebay.com/itm/100-Authenti...item35bc56119e

Originally Posted by smiley13tree

Had a question for some of you Jimmy Choo experts! Does anyone remember about how much the Jimmy Choo Tulita shoulder bag retailed for? (Yes I know it's been quite a while :P ) I'm specifically to this style: http://www.ebay.com/itm/100-Authenti...item35bc56119e

hmmm...that has been a long time ago. It is a smaller bag so I am gonna say in the $700 range

What’s the difference between the Ramona & Riki bag?

They are both gorgeous and I am thinking of getting one but they both look the same to me ?

It's the size, the Riki is smaller, more of a medium size bag and the Ramona is a large bag.

The Riki is about 14 x 9 and the Ramona is about 17 x 11 (these are approx. measurements)

Awww adorable!

Anyone know where i can source a good quality Alex bag? Navy suede? Difficult to find on ebay and in the well known consignment houses!

To the lovely lady looking for the tulita, I got mine at the time for c. £850

Originally Posted by Mbagfiend

Anyone know where i can source a good quality Alex bag? Navy suede? Difficult to find on ebay and in the well known consignment houses!

Are you looking to buy one? It is not allowed here to offer anything for sale, tho.

Originally Posted by jmcadon

Are you looking to buy one? It is not allowed here to offer anything for sale, tho.

ooops - i need to remove my JC post about the Tulita then!! Apologies!!

Originally Posted by Mbagfiend

ooops - i need to remove my JC post about the Tulita then!! Apologies!!

Contact the mod for this forum, jburgh and she will help if you are unable to edit.

Hi purse forum! I'm new to the Jimmy Choo forum. I mostly post in the Christian Louboutin and the Louis Vuitton section. These are my most recent purchases from Jimmy Choo! The hot magenta is abel and the other is iris. Hope you guys like my new heels!

Originally Posted by Lavenderduckiez

Hi purse forum! I'm new to the Jimmy Choo forum. I mostly post in the Christian Louboutin and the Louis Vuitton section. These are my most recent purchases from Jimmy Choo! The hot magenta is abel and the other is iris. Hope you guys like my new heels!

Love them!!!! Welcome to Jimmy Choo