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maplecottage · Nov 14th, 2009, 03:23 PM

Can you tell me the pros and cons of this bag.

I am thinking that it may have to be the replacement for my Antony which found another home some time ago. Finding it difficult to operate without a messenger at the moment.

I'd go the safe route and choose black pebbled leather, although it would look divine in goatskin!

Of course this occurs to me when all the sales have happened and they are now all sold out at my-wardrobe and pysch

Still I am in no hurry to go buying just before Christmas, probably a good thing.

Mitzy, do you still love it, or is it one of those bags with a short shelf life do you think?

Many thanks.

charliefarlie · Nov 14th, 2009, 03:29 PM

Maple, I really love my Mitzy Messenger. I had an Antony but rehomed it as I just found it a bit arkward and cumbersome.

Mitzy is as light as a feather and the leather is so soft that it moulds to you. I guess the downside to this is it can look lumpy but I always use a VIP liner.

IMO it is a very versatile bag as I like to loop up the strap so it can be used as a hobo too. Of all the messengers I have had, this is by far my favourite.

ratrat · Nov 14th, 2009, 03:33 PM

As absolutely my personal own honest opinion: I loved the leather and size and everything, except I couldn't bond with the strap - it was too narrow & cut into my shoulder. However I haven't read anybody mentioned it so it's just me! I now stick to canvas strap for messenger.

Good luck finding one Maple! (Bicester might be a good try, of course you should go and try it on... hint hint

)

sarajane · Nov 14th, 2009, 03:33 PM

I had a tortured hunt for the right messenger that included umpteen Anthonys, a Poppy satchel and any other bag that I could find with a long strap, but none were right.

Mitzy messenger is by far and away the best IMO. The shape is feminine and the pebbled leather means it curves around the hip and follows the body line rather than sticking out at an odd angle.

The adjustable strap is great and I've found it really comfortable to wear across the shoulder. The bag is big enough for everyday essentials but not so large that it becomes heavy.

The leather is the main advantage for me. It is so soft and luxurious and makes the MM a far more elegant option than a lot of the other messengers that can look IMO a bit functional.

I have to really, really love a bag for it to stay more than about six months. MM hasn't been with me that long yet but I have a strong feeling it will be going the distance. So much so that I'm thinking about another one in a different colour.

TheaBerry · Nov 14th, 2009, 03:35 PM

If the size is a bit big (?) you could always get the tote, and zip it up like a messenger?

I haven't got a Mitzy, but I do like them a lot!!

They don't look like the typical messenger either (both long strapped styles), if that's what you're after :)

fuzzyfelt27 · Nov 14th, 2009, 04:22 PM

I love mine - it's great leather which dries out with no watermarks after heavy rain showers. The leather is lightweight and as mentioned, is very pliable so moulds nicely to the body. It holds a decent amount of stuff and is easy to get in and out of as it's just a magnetic closure at the top. I know some people however think this is a security risk, but I've never found it to be a problem.

I do agree with Ratrat about the strap though, it is a bit thin and if I have a lot in the bag, e.g. heavy bottle of water, etc, then it does start to dig/cut into my shoulder and after a while I have to move it around. I have tried the trick of fixing up the strap to turn it into a hobo and it does work well.

On the whole, a fab bag!

mssw157 · Nov 15th, 2009, 02:50 AM

Agree with everything fuzzy said; by far the most versatile bag I have and has a nice relaxed look about it. Leather is soft, making it quite femine. Bamberio's trick to fold the strap in such a way that you can wear it as a shoulder bag is great when you don't fancy the messenger look.

Kriscat · Nov 15th, 2009, 03:26 AM

I have quite a few messengers, and I agree with sarajane - Mitzy is the best! Can confirm what fuzzy said, ita!

Linnea · Nov 15th, 2009, 03:57 AM

I loved the look and the size of my black Mitzy messenger, but I rehomed her because of the strap. I could not get along with the thin strap, it kind of dug into my shoulder unless I was wearing a coat... I was also a bit uncomfortable with the open top, even it the bag sat really close to my hip.

maplecottage · Nov 15th, 2009, 07:08 AM

Ladies, thank you for your varied responses - good to know about the strap as well, think it might be a case of having to try one on if they are still available in the stores.

RatRat, DH said he'd take the day off for me if I wanted but then he tried to put me off going

which means he really isn't keen to take the day off - and I'm not so sure it's a good idea to drag him up when he doesn't want to go! Still thinking about what to do about it.

I went and checked out your modelling pics, Kris, Flossie and someone elses, and they do look really lovely on, and I like the suggestion you mentioned MSSW of knotting it into a shoulder bag, that would work, thanks for the tip :)

Hi Thea, did you mean the square looking mitzy tote - I have to say out of the range this is the one I am not drawn to, just something about it, but thank you for the suggestion.

SJ, thanks for the thorough description, that's fantastic!

Charlie, good suggestion re: the VIP liner, think it must behave the way mabel hobo does - brilliant, will get one of those as well, thank you.

Linnea, sorry you had to rehome yours, I understand completely what you are saying - it might just work for me as I only really need wallet, keys and phone with me when running errands, will take a thorough look though.

Kris, I remember your reveal thread when you mentioned it was excellent when riding your bike, that's a pretty good recommendation, if it can handle a road trip it certainly can handle a walk just fine :)

Fuzzy, thanks for that, good to know about the lightweight properties of it, does it have an internal zip pocket? Thanks.

I think this is the next bag on my hit list - if anyone sees a black mitzy messenger on sale anywhere could they send me a PM? That would be fantastic.

Thanks ladies for your advice once again. x

Indiana · Nov 15th, 2009, 07:27 AM

Maplecottage, both black & oak are available in Dublin at House of Fraser (phone 353 12991400) and Brown Thomas (phone 353 16056666). I think they both do mail order, so if you HAVE to have one, and can't get one in the UK, it might be an option...

maplecottage · Nov 15th, 2009, 08:12 AM

Thanks Indiana for that, appreciate it. I know you can get them at full price at Mulberry still but am hoping for a sale price if I can, can't believe I didn't jump at it when it was on sale at mywardrobe and psyche!!!

Thank you for that :)

Tote Girl · Nov 15th, 2009, 09:45 AM

Don't fret Maple, there are bound to be sales leading up to Christmas so I'm sure you'll find one.

fuzzyfelt27 · Nov 15th, 2009, 03:00 PM

Yes they do have an internal zipped pocket and a phone pouch/slip pocket too.

mombug · Nov 15th, 2009, 03:06 PM

Hi Maple, I have the Mitzy Messenger in Oak. It's a beautiful, lightweight bag and very easy to carry. I really love mine and hope that you can get one for yourself, it's a wonderful bag to have in your collection!

Nov 14th, 2009, 03:23 PM	#1
maplecottage OP Member Joined: Sep 2008 Location: London Posts: 4,537	Mitzy messenger girls Can you tell me the pros and cons of this bag. I am thinking that it may have to be the replacement for my Antony which found another home some time ago. Finding it difficult to operate without a messenger at the moment. I'd go the safe route and choose black pebbled leather, although it would look divine in goatskin! Of course this occurs to me when all the sales have happened and they are now all sold out at my-wardrobe and pysch Still I am in no hurry to go buying just before Christmas, probably a good thing. Mitzy, do you still love it, or is it one of those bags with a short shelf life do you think? Many thanks.
	__________________ PLEASE HELP, NEED INITIAL 'J' KEYRING!! Current: Bays - choc darwin Bays - black patent Mabel Hobo - black spongy Mitzy msgr - oak Accessories: Planner - choc congo Keyring - choc congo Wallet - choc congo Passport - choc congo

Nov 14th, 2009, 03:29 PM	#2
charliefarlie can't spell Joined: Jan 2009 Location: South East UK Posts: 2,087	Maple, I really love my Mitzy Messenger. I had an Antony but rehomed it as I just found it a bit arkward and cumbersome. Mitzy is as light as a feather and the leather is so soft that it moulds to you. I guess the downside to this is it can look lumpy but I always use a VIP liner. IMO it is a very versatile bag as I like to loop up the strap so it can be used as a hobo too. Of all the messengers I have had, this is by far my favourite.
	__________________ Current Mulberrys Oak Mitzy Hobo, Rouge Noir Bayswater, Cracked Midnight Bays Clutch, Coral Bays Clutch, Black Patent Bays, Green Goatskin Bays, Oak Hanover, Oak Printed Bays, Choc Printed Bays, Rouge Noir Mitzy Messenger, Choc Roxanne, Cognac Mabel, Denim Poppy, Oak Effie, Purple Araline.

Nov 14th, 2009, 03:33 PM	#3
ratrat Member Joined: Sep 2008 Posts: 3,832	As absolutely my personal own honest opinion: I loved the leather and size and everything, except I couldn't bond with the strap - it was too narrow & cut into my shoulder. However I haven't read anybody mentioned it so it's just me! I now stick to canvas strap for messenger. Good luck finding one Maple! (Bicester might be a good try, of course you should go and try it on... hint hint )
ratrat Member Joined: Sep 2008 Posts: 3,832	__________________ Bays: Plum AG, Putty, Oak, White AG, Patent Ombre & Patent Brown Geena Brooke Effee Vynil Roxy Mabel Hobo Litchfld Julia Meygan Aysha Beach & Ink Blue Alexa next...??

Nov 14th, 2009, 03:33 PM	#4
sarajane Member Joined: Nov 2006 Location: Bath, UK Posts: 11,706	I had a tortured hunt for the right messenger that included umpteen Anthonys, a Poppy satchel and any other bag that I could find with a long strap, but none were right. Mitzy messenger is by far and away the best IMO. The shape is feminine and the pebbled leather means it curves around the hip and follows the body line rather than sticking out at an odd angle. The adjustable strap is great and I've found it really comfortable to wear across the shoulder. The bag is big enough for everyday essentials but not so large that it becomes heavy. The leather is the main advantage for me. It is so soft and luxurious and makes the MM a far more elegant option than a lot of the other messengers that can look IMO a bit functional. I have to really, really love a bag for it to stay more than about six months. MM hasn't been with me that long yet but I have a strong feeling it will be going the distance. So much so that I'm thinking about another one in a different colour.
	__________________ My Mulberries - cerise Daria hobo, burnt orange Daria hobo, turquoise Mitzy hobo, purple Shimmy hobo, black Mitzy messenger, oak Mitzy hobo, black Abigail. [/COLOR] Living in France - tangerine Araline, teal/marine Milton clutch.

Nov 14th, 2009, 04:22 PM	#6
fuzzyfelt27 Member Joined: Jun 2009 Location: Wiltshire Posts: 2,246	I love mine - it's great leather which dries out with no watermarks after heavy rain showers. The leather is lightweight and as mentioned, is very pliable so moulds nicely to the body. It holds a decent amount of stuff and is easy to get in and out of as it's just a magnetic closure at the top. I know some people however think this is a security risk, but I've never found it to be a problem. I do agree with Ratrat about the strap though, it is a bit thin and if I have a lot in the bag, e.g. heavy bottle of water, etc, then it does start to dig/cut into my shoulder and after a while I have to move it around. I have tried the trick of fixing up the strap to turn it into a hobo and it does work well. On the whole, a fab bag!
	__________________ My Mulberry collection: Oak Rosemary, Antony, Elgin & Agenda Denim mabel Black patent CC holder Cracked silver Bays Aqua maxi Mabel Choc Woody & Bays Lipstick A4 tote Turquoise Mitzy messenger Mouse grey Daria tote Cerise Shimmy & Daria satchel Emerald Mabel purse RAF Antony Gingerbread Hayden tote

Nov 14th, 2009, 03:35 PM	#5
TheaBerry Member Joined: May 2009 Location: Norway Posts: 944	If the size is a bit big (?) you could always get the tote, and zip it up like a messenger? I haven't got a Mitzy, but I do like them a lot!! They don't look like the typical messenger either (both long strapped styles), if that's what you're after :)

Nov 15th, 2009, 02:50 AM	#7
mssw157 Member Joined: Apr 2009 Location: Dublin Posts: 2,573	Agree with everything fuzzy said; by far the most versatile bag I have and has a nice relaxed look about it. Leather is soft, making it quite femine. Bamberio's trick to fold the strap in such a way that you can wear it as a shoulder bag is great when you don't fancy the messenger look.
	__________________ Happily enjoying my Mulberry bags

Nov 15th, 2009, 03:26 AM	#8
Kriscat Member Joined: Jan 2009 Location: Norway Posts: 2,778	I have quite a few messengers, and I agree with sarajane - Mitzy is the best! Can confirm what fuzzy said, ita!

Nov 15th, 2009, 03:57 AM	#9
Linnea Member Joined: May 2008 Posts: 1,435	I loved the look and the size of my black Mitzy messenger, but I rehomed her because of the strap. I could not get along with the thin strap, it kind of dug into my shoulder unless I was wearing a coat... I was also a bit uncomfortable with the open top, even it the bag sat really close to my hip.
Linnea Member Joined: May 2008 Posts: 1,435

Nov 15th, 2009, 07:08 AM	#10
maplecottage OP Member Joined: Sep 2008 Location: London Posts: 4,537	Ladies, thank you for your varied responses - good to know about the strap as well, think it might be a case of having to try one on if they are still available in the stores. RatRat, DH said he'd take the day off for me if I wanted but then he tried to put me off going which means he really isn't keen to take the day off - and I'm not so sure it's a good idea to drag him up when he doesn't want to go! Still thinking about what to do about it. I went and checked out your modelling pics, Kris, Flossie and someone elses, and they do look really lovely on, and I like the suggestion you mentioned MSSW of knotting it into a shoulder bag, that would work, thanks for the tip :) Hi Thea, did you mean the square looking mitzy tote - I have to say out of the range this is the one I am not drawn to, just something about it, but thank you for the suggestion. SJ, thanks for the thorough description, that's fantastic! Charlie, good suggestion re: the VIP liner, think it must behave the way mabel hobo does - brilliant, will get one of those as well, thank you. Linnea, sorry you had to rehome yours, I understand completely what you are saying - it might just work for me as I only really need wallet, keys and phone with me when running errands, will take a thorough look though. Kris, I remember your reveal thread when you mentioned it was excellent when riding your bike, that's a pretty good recommendation, if it can handle a road trip it certainly can handle a walk just fine :) Fuzzy, thanks for that, good to know about the lightweight properties of it, does it have an internal zip pocket? Thanks. I think this is the next bag on my hit list - if anyone sees a black mitzy messenger on sale anywhere could they send me a PM? That would be fantastic. Thanks ladies for your advice once again. x
	Last edited by maplecottage; Nov 15th, 2009 at 07:11 AM.

Nov 15th, 2009, 07:27 AM	#11
Indiana Member Joined: May 2009 Location: Ireland Posts: 542	Maplecottage, both black & oak are available in Dublin at House of Fraser (phone 353 12991400) and Brown Thomas (phone 353 16056666). I think they both do mail order, so if you HAVE to have one, and can't get one in the UK, it might be an option...

Nov 15th, 2009, 08:12 AM	#12
maplecottage OP Member Joined: Sep 2008 Location: London Posts: 4,537	Thanks Indiana for that, appreciate it. I know you can get them at full price at Mulberry still but am hoping for a sale price if I can, can't believe I didn't jump at it when it was on sale at mywardrobe and psyche!!! Thank you for that :)
	__________________ PLEASE HELP, NEED INITIAL 'J' KEYRING!! Current: Bays - choc darwin Bays - black patent Mabel Hobo - black spongy Mitzy msgr - oak Accessories: Planner - choc congo Keyring - choc congo Wallet - choc congo Passport - choc congo

Nov 15th, 2009, 09:45 AM	#13
Tote Girl Member Joined: Nov 2008 Posts: 1,837	Don't fret Maple, there are bound to be sales leading up to Christmas so I'm sure you'll find one.
Tote Girl Member Joined: Nov 2008 Posts: 1,837

Nov 15th, 2009, 03:00 PM	#14
fuzzyfelt27 Member Joined: Jun 2009 Location: Wiltshire Posts: 2,246	Yes they do have an internal zipped pocket and a phone pouch/slip pocket too.
	__________________ My Mulberry collection: Oak Rosemary, Antony, Elgin & Agenda Denim mabel Black patent CC holder Cracked silver Bays Aqua maxi Mabel Choc Woody & Bays Lipstick A4 tote Turquoise Mitzy messenger Mouse grey Daria tote Cerise Shimmy & Daria satchel Emerald Mabel purse RAF Antony Gingerbread Hayden tote

Nov 15th, 2009, 03:06 PM	#15
mombug Member Joined: Apr 2007 Location: New England Posts: 1,948	Hi Maple, I have the Mitzy Messenger in Oak. It's a beautiful, lightweight bag and very easy to carry. I really love mine and hope that you can get one for yourself, it's a wonderful bag to have in your collection!
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