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KoobaMe · Aug 20th, 2009, 08:44 AM

Whatever happened to Ask Kooba?

Compass Rose · Aug 20th, 2009, 08:53 AM

Kooba Me!!! You beat me to this exact post within minutes!!!!! It's been months.....I'd kinda like to know what is happening with Kooba and some fresh ideas myself........

KoobaMe · Aug 20th, 2009, 11:13 PM

Originally Posted by Compass Rose

Kooba Me!!! You beat me to this exact post within minutes!!!!! It's been months.....I'd kinda like to know what is happening with Kooba and some fresh ideas myself........

It's Kooba psychic connection!

ejbfelton · Aug 23rd, 2009, 05:12 PM

I've got the logical answer but I'll pass.

Compass Rose · Aug 23rd, 2009, 09:05 PM

.....wake me up if anything good happens to come along......

Ask Kooba · Aug 26th, 2009, 11:06 AM

Originally Posted by KoobaMe

Whatever happened to Ask Kooba?

Hi Everyone,
I'm back....I apologize that it's been a little while. We've had so much going on here at kooba. Have you seen our new website? We also just launched footwear for Spring, which will be in stores in February. It's been a crazy 2 months since I last visited, but I'm here now and ready to talk to you.
Hope to talk to you soon.
Ask Kooba

Ask Kooba · Aug 26th, 2009, 11:11 AM

Originally Posted by KoobaMe

ASK KOOBA:

I need some advice on removing some discoloring from a cognac Marcelle. I've got a couple of spots that are dark (like rub off from denim) and I'm a bit leery of attempting anything.... in fear of making it worse (if it were in a less conspicuous spot I'd go for it). Would Lovin' My Bags cleanser be appropriate? Any recommendations?

Thanks!

Hi Kooba Me,
We don't have any direct experience with Lovin' My Bags cleanser, so we would recommend that you test a small area before you actually start cleaning the entire bag with it.
Let us know how it goes!
Best,
Ask Kooba

Ask Kooba · Aug 26th, 2009, 11:17 AM

Originally Posted by EMMY

ASK KOOBA:

I just purchased the Jaylin in 'sand'..I have to say I love this bag..I just have a few questions about the leather...it is shiny..is this a coating? What 'kind' of leather is it?What do I put on it to condition/clean as time goes on? Is this leather susceptible to color transfer from jeans--and if so--how to remove? I know--so many questions--but thanx in advance for answering..!!!

Hi,
Yes, it is a coating, and it is cow. Since it already has a coating on it, we do not recommend you treating it with anything else. As with any light-colored bag, this bag could be susceptible to color transfer from jeans or dirt. To remove it, you can first try a damp cloth, and if that doesn't work, please take it to your local dry cleaner for suggestions.
Hope that helps!

Ask Kooba · Aug 26th, 2009, 11:27 AM

Originally Posted by tehkatt

I have a question! I've heard around the forums and experienced it myself that the Kooba bags in Stone tend to discolor over time. I had a Kooba Mattie in Stone that had turned splotchy with inconsistent discoloration all over the bag due to sun exposure and general usage.

Is there any way to prevent this from occurring? This has never happened to any other leather bag I have and all my other Kooba bags are either patent leather or black.

Thank you.

Hi,
Extra care should be taken with light-colored, vegetable-tanned leathers as they may react to prolonged sun or water exposure. Prior to exposure, you may want to treat the bag with a leather protectant.
Hope this helps!
Ask Kooba

Ask Kooba · Aug 26th, 2009, 11:29 AM

Originally Posted by LindaP

How do I care for the amethyst crinkle patent? Does it need leather protector and will it stain if I'm caught out in the rain?

Thank you!

Linda

Hi,
No, you don't need leather protectant for this leather. Due to the coating on the leather, the rain should not affect it.
Ask Kooba

Ask Kooba · Aug 26th, 2009, 11:39 AM

Originally Posted by ejbfelton

I've got the logical answer but I'll pass.

Hi,
Did you think I wasn't coming back?
Please let me know if you have any questions, and I'd be happy to answer them as best as I can.
I'll be checking in over the next couple of days and then again in September.
Looking forward to hearing from everyone!
Ask Kooba

curiouslas · Aug 26th, 2009, 12:17 PM

Hi,
I am a new fan of Kooba bags. I have a New Dale in Luggage, and Kate in Black. Love them!

I believe I don't need or want to treat them with anything to start out-Is this correct?

Can you tell me what kind of leather "cleaner or polish" you would recommend over time?

And if the bags get wet-how should I care for them?

Thanks- and I am really looking forward to seeing the NEW SHOE line in February!

Compass Rose · Aug 26th, 2009, 12:21 PM

Hi, Ask Kooba! Thanks for checkin in! We diehard Kooba fans would like to know if any of the older styles just might be making a comeback. That would be truly awesome! i would give anything for a Brynne, Marcelle, Jessie or another Sienna.

mirdc · Aug 26th, 2009, 12:43 PM

Kooba -

I would love, love, love to see a bag made out of the thick, crinkly leather that you used on the original Paige's, but in the perfect elephant grey shade.

KoobaMe · Aug 28th, 2009, 10:27 AM

Originally Posted by Ask Kooba

Hi Everyone,
I'm back....I apologize that it's been a little while. We've had so much going on here at kooba. Have you seen our new website? We also just launched footwear for Spring, which will be in stores in February. It's been a crazy 2 months since I last visited, but I'm here now and ready to talk to you.
Hope to talk to you soon.
Ask Kooba

Hi! Glad to see you!

Did you say.....footwear?? I may faint. Can't wait to see what's in store!

Aug 20th, 2009, 08:44 AM	#106
KoobaMe Hardware Junkie ♥ Joined: Apr 2007 Location: SoCal Posts: 1,566	Whatever happened to Ask Kooba?
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Aug 20th, 2009, 08:53 AM	#107
Compass Rose Opie, My Schmopie!! Joined: Jul 2006 Location: Southwest Florida Posts: 8,617	Kooba Me!!! You beat me to this exact post within minutes!!!!! It's been months.....I'd kinda like to know what is happening with Kooba and some fresh ideas myself........
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Aug 23rd, 2009, 05:12 PM	#109
ejbfelton Member Joined: Apr 2007 Posts: 322	I've got the logical answer but I'll pass.
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Aug 23rd, 2009, 09:05 PM	#110
Compass Rose Opie, My Schmopie!! Joined: Jul 2006 Location: Southwest Florida Posts: 8,617	.....wake me up if anything good happens to come along......
	__________________ Teddie says......"They'll never find me in here"! My jewelry creations at: www.greenfeatherdesigns.com

Aug 26th, 2009, 12:17 PM	#117
curiouslas Member Joined: Jul 2009 Posts: 7	Care for New Kooba Dale and Kate Hi, I am a new fan of Kooba bags. I have a New Dale in Luggage, and Kate in Black. Love them! I believe I don't need or want to treat them with anything to start out-Is this correct? Can you tell me what kind of leather "cleaner or polish" you would recommend over time? And if the bags get wet-how should I care for them? Thanks- and I am really looking forward to seeing the NEW SHOE line in February!
curiouslas Member Joined: Jul 2009 Posts: 7

Aug 26th, 2009, 12:21 PM	#118
Compass Rose Opie, My Schmopie!! Joined: Jul 2006 Location: Southwest Florida Posts: 8,617	Hi, Ask Kooba! Thanks for checkin in! We diehard Kooba fans would like to know if any of the older styles just might be making a comeback. That would be truly awesome! i would give anything for a Brynne, Marcelle, Jessie or another Sienna.
	__________________ Teddie says......"They'll never find me in here"! My jewelry creations at: www.greenfeatherdesigns.com

Aug 26th, 2009, 12:43 PM	#119
mirdc purse oracle Joined: Jun 2009 Posts: 280	Kooba - I would love, love, love to see a bag made out of the thick, crinkly leather that you used on the original Paige's, but in the perfect elephant grey shade.
mirdc purse oracle Joined: Jun 2009 Posts: 280

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