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5babies4me · Aug 25th, 2009, 07:49 PM

It looks like the Gabi is not from the newest line. Any opinions out there?

Compass Rose · Aug 25th, 2009, 07:59 PM

Well, I just went on to the Kooba site and looked at this bag. I couldn't tell if the "brass" hardware was shiny or not, but I think it would be really great if the brass were brushed or antiqued....as I am a hardware fanatic. Not a bad looking bag, and for the price...let's say its about $100 lower than some of their other new bags and it seems to be worth the money. I wouldn't pay in the $600 range for it......

KoobaBagLover · Aug 26th, 2009, 10:17 AM

I think it's a pretty purse that is not too fussy. Some designers I feel embellish too much (Kooba is also guilty of this). I would love to see modelling pics though to guage the size.

Compass: I also wonder on the hardware choice because I prefer brushed hardware. There's always this antique element of brushed hardware.

5babies4me · Aug 26th, 2009, 10:26 AM

How do you think that it closes? Zipper? Magnetic snap?

5babies4me · Aug 26th, 2009, 10:29 AM

It is very similar in size (by measurements) to another bag that I had and LOVED! But I am not familiar with this product and have limited options to see them in person before making a decision.

KoobaBagLover · Aug 26th, 2009, 10:41 AM

I can't really guess looking at the shopping page of Kooba's website but you should try another website like bloomy's or neiman's because they might be more descriptive.

Oh..I just did a search:

http://www.emmysboutique.com/product...2?productId=91

They say magnetic top closure.

Ballet_flats · Aug 27th, 2009, 07:53 AM

I'm really not that in love with it, honestly..I think the strap across the front with the buckle seems just too utilitarian..I wish it had softer details.

Aug 25th, 2009, 07:49 PM	#1
5babies4me OP Member Joined: Jul 2009 Posts: 74	Opinions on the Gabi? It looks like the Gabi is not from the newest line. Any opinions out there?
5babies4me OP Member Joined: Jul 2009 Posts: 74

Aug 25th, 2009, 07:59 PM	#2
Compass Rose Opie, My Schmopie!! Joined: Jul 2006 Location: Southwest Florida Posts: 8,622	Well, I just went on to the Kooba site and looked at this bag. I couldn't tell if the "brass" hardware was shiny or not, but I think it would be really great if the brass were brushed or antiqued....as I am a hardware fanatic. Not a bad looking bag, and for the price...let's say its about $100 lower than some of their other new bags and it seems to be worth the money. I wouldn't pay in the $600 range for it......
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Aug 26th, 2009, 10:26 AM	#4
5babies4me OP Member Joined: Jul 2009 Posts: 74	How do you think that it closes? Zipper? Magnetic snap?
5babies4me OP Member Joined: Jul 2009 Posts: 74

Aug 26th, 2009, 10:29 AM	#5
5babies4me OP Member Joined: Jul 2009 Posts: 74	It is very similar in size (by measurements) to another bag that I had and LOVED! But I am not familiar with this product and have limited options to see them in person before making a decision.
5babies4me OP Member Joined: Jul 2009 Posts: 74

Aug 26th, 2009, 10:17 AM	#3
KoobaBagLover Member Joined: Mar 2007 Location: New York City Posts: 357	I think it's a pretty purse that is not too fussy. Some designers I feel embellish too much (Kooba is also guilty of this). I would love to see modelling pics though to guage the size. Compass: I also wonder on the hardware choice because I prefer brushed hardware. There's always this antique element of brushed hardware.

Aug 26th, 2009, 10:41 AM	#6
KoobaBagLover Member Joined: Mar 2007 Location: New York City Posts: 357	I can't really guess looking at the shopping page of Kooba's website but you should try another website like bloomy's or neiman's because they might be more descriptive. Oh..I just did a search: http://www.emmysboutique.com/product...2?productId=91 They say magnetic top closure.

Aug 27th, 2009, 07:53 AM	#7
Ballet_flats Member Joined: Aug 2009 Location: Queens, NY Posts: 21	I'm really not that in love with it, honestly..I think the strap across the front with the buckle seems just too utilitarian..I wish it had softer details.

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