Lena in Bark?

white flowers · May 13th, 2007, 08:32 PM

Hi everyone,

What do you guys think of the Lena in Bark? Does anyone have that purse? What do you guys think of the color -- I'm afraid that it'll be "dull," but it really differs from pictures that I've seen on various websites.

Do you guys think it'll be a good first Kooba?

Thanks!

maggie7 · May 13th, 2007, 09:52 PM

Halzer has one on the way, I've got this bag in black and I'm in two minds about it, some days I really like it, but the handles are a bit awkward...will be interesting to see what Halzer has to say about it

Lexie2000 · May 13th, 2007, 10:19 PM

No way will the color be dull. The Bark color is gorgeous!

youngster · May 13th, 2007, 10:56 PM

I've lusted after this bag in bark for a while, especially since Revolve has had it marked down. But, I went into my local Nordies and tried it on in slate. (Great color btw.) The second shoulder strap kept falling off of my shoulder, which I found annoying, so I decided against it and am looking at the Kelsey instead. (Going to pay attention to what Lexie thinks of her Kelsey after it arrives.)

maggie7 · May 13th, 2007, 11:06 PM

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Originally Posted by youngster

I've lusted after this bag in bark for a while, especially since Revolve has had it marked down. But, I went into my local Nordies and tried it on in slate. (Great color btw.) The second shoulder strap kept falling off of my shoulder, which I found annoying, so I decided against it and am looking at the Kelsey instead. (Going to pay attention to what Lexie thinks of her Kelsey after it arrives.)

Same thing that's annoying me! I wish I could get a peek at that Slate IRL...

purseinsanity · May 14th, 2007, 01:48 AM

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Originally Posted by white flowers

Hi everyone,

What do you guys think of the Lena in Bark? Does anyone have that purse? What do you guys think of the color -- I'm afraid that it'll be "dull," but it really differs from pictures that I've seen on various websites.

Do you guys think it'll be a good first Kooba?

Thanks!

I bought mine when they had the sale at Revolve. I was so excited...and then I got it. I LOVE Kooba, but there's something about that bag I'm just not sure about. The color's is not the greatest IRL and I don't know why, but my purse smells really bad. Not the usual yummy leather smell, but almost like dogfood.

I tried airing it out and everything, but it's not working. I do love the style...I haven't had any problems with the strap...but I just can't get past the stench. I think I'm going to have to return it!

Lexie2000 · May 14th, 2007, 02:43 AM

Maggie, I think the Kelsey should be here tomorrow. According to UPS anyway. But I am working 3-11 so I won't post pics till late late....But then again, I have no idea what time your time is. It's already tomorrow there, isn't it...LOL

And YES, I seem to recall a weird weird odor that came with my Lena. I assumed it was the dye they use. I know it certainly doesn't smell like leather.

Halzer · May 14th, 2007, 05:50 AM

Yep...I have a bark on the way! It should be here any day now. I will leave my thoughts and pics when it gets here.

About the falling strap thing....I find that most bags with two longish straps fall from my shoulder, but the solution is to place the outer strap onto your shoulder first and then other one over the top. That way the strap that usually falls off is underneath the second strap which holds it better.

LOL..am I babbling or does that make sense?

maggie7 · May 14th, 2007, 06:48 AM

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Originally Posted by purseinsanity

I bought mine when they had the sale at Revolve. I was so excited...and then I got it. I LOVE Kooba, but there's something about that bag I'm just not sure about. The color's is not the greatest IRL and I don't know why, but my purse smells really bad. Not the usual yummy leather smell, but almost like dogfood.

I tried airing it out and everything, but it's not working. I do love the style...I haven't had any problems with the strap...but I just can't get past the stench. I think I'm going to have to return it!

I've heard somebody mentioning a strange odour from this bag before, but only the Bark coloured ones..My black one smelt fine (like lovely Kooba

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May 13th, 2007, 08:32 PM	#1
white flowers Member	Lena in Bark? Hi everyone, What do you guys think of the Lena in Bark? Does anyone have that purse? What do you guys think of the color -- I'm afraid that it'll be "dull," but it really differs from pictures that I've seen on various websites. Do you guys think it'll be a good first Kooba? Thanks!

May 13th, 2007, 09:52 PM	#2
maggie7 Member Location: Australia	Re: Lena in Bark? Halzer has one on the way, I've got this bag in black and I'm in two minds about it, some days I really like it, but the handles are a bit awkward...will be interesting to see what Halzer has to say about it

May 13th, 2007, 10:19 PM	#3
Lexie2000 Pursonally Affected Location: Wild Wonderful West Virginia	Re: Lena in Bark? No way will the color be dull. The Bark color is gorgeous! __________________

May 13th, 2007, 10:56 PM	#4
youngster Member Location: Up North!!	Re: Lena in Bark? I've lusted after this bag in bark for a while, especially since Revolve has had it marked down. But, I went into my local Nordies and tried it on in slate. (Great color btw.) The second shoulder strap kept falling off of my shoulder, which I found annoying, so I decided against it and am looking at the Kelsey instead. (Going to pay attention to what Lexie thinks of her Kelsey after it arrives.) Last edited by youngster; May 13th, 2007 at 10:57 PM. Reason: edited to explain that strap fell off my shoulder, not arm.

May 14th, 2007, 02:43 AM	#7
Lexie2000 Pursonally Affected Location: Wild Wonderful West Virginia	Re: Lena in Bark? Maggie, I think the Kelsey should be here tomorrow. According to UPS anyway. But I am working 3-11 so I won't post pics till late late....But then again, I have no idea what time your time is. It's already tomorrow there, isn't it...LOL And YES, I seem to recall a weird weird odor that came with my Lena. I assumed it was the dye they use. I know it certainly doesn't smell like leather. __________________

May 14th, 2007, 05:50 AM	#8
Halzer Who needs rings!!!! Location: London, United Kingdom	Re: Lena in Bark? Yep...I have a bark on the way! It should be here any day now. I will leave my thoughts and pics when it gets here. About the falling strap thing....I find that most bags with two longish straps fall from my shoulder, but the solution is to place the outer strap onto your shoulder first and then other one over the top. That way the strap that usually falls off is underneath the second strap which holds it better. LOL..am I babbling or does that make sense? __________________ Offcially 100% on a purse ban.....Until I see something I like!