nikki vs. mab?

jeewanna07 · Aug 20th, 2008, 07:00 PM

okay RM experts, its time for some thoughts.
which bag do you prefer, the nikki or mab? and why, thanks!

anilumagloire · Aug 20th, 2008, 07:03 PM

I have a MAB and I really like it, but I think I should have gotten a Nikki instead. The MAB is to formal for me.

Loquita · Aug 20th, 2008, 07:08 PM

ooo, that's a tough one. i still don't think that i have found the right nikki leather for me -- so far i have bought and returned two of them (persimmon, and then double cream). on the other hand i have only returned one MAM (hazelnut -- a gorgeous color but also a bit too stiff for my taste). now i am waiting to see if i can get a wine nikki with old HW...and then break it in like nobody's businesss!

i am absolutely in love with the smooshy leathered MAMs, though, and the MAB Luxe. i have one MAB (mocha, like anilu) but haven't used it yet, am waiting for colder weather to use the lovely color. IMO, the MAB Luxe (esp. if you get it in a brighter color and smooshy leather) is a fantastic midway point, in that you get the convenience of the nikki shoulder straps but the more structured feel of the MAs...

but maybe i'll change my mind once i get a nikki that i actually keep!

(sorry for the circular answer to such a good question!)

lunatwinkle · Aug 20th, 2008, 07:40 PM

Lol, that's like asking, "Do you like apples or oranges?" They're both fruit; it's just a matter of personal preferences.

IMO, I love the MAM. I've always been partial to rectangular and square-shaped satchels, and never really been a fan of the hobo shape. I like my handbags to have structure and to be able to stand upright when I place them down on the table.

MJDaisy · Aug 20th, 2008, 07:40 PM

i have both. i love both, but they are very different. the MAB is more of a crook of the arm bag for me. it does fit under my shoulder, but not as comfortably as the nikki. i really couldn't pick between them! i love them too much lol

desiprinzess718 · Aug 20th, 2008, 07:42 PM

I agree with the other posters. they're both totally different bags... I love them both! I tend to wear nikki's more because they fit better over the shoulder, but i would say that the Nikki is the classic hobo, and the MA is the classic satchel- so you must have one of both!

bhalpop · Aug 20th, 2008, 09:29 PM

I totally agree with y'all! There are things to love about both bags. I'm usually a hobo girl but love my MAM and MAB. love the outside pockets and the storage space. If you fill your Nikki to the brim it looks way too long, in a out of whack kind of way. If you fill your MAM or MAB it looks just fine! I like the inside pockets in the Nikki and the way it looks on the body but the MAB-MAM DOES look nice sitting on the table!

AnnieBinSD · Aug 20th, 2008, 09:52 PM

^ ITA! They're both gorgeous and practical in different ways....I couldn't part with one or the other!

circoit · Aug 21st, 2008, 12:35 AM

I prefer the MAB because I can dress it up or down, and I can find things in it in a jiffy.

scoobiesmomma · Aug 21st, 2008, 12:46 AM

I'd have to agree with circoit, I am definitely a MA girl at ! I have tried the Nikki twice now, and just can't get into it. Don't get me wrong, it's a gorgeous bag, but I think it is for lack of a better description, a "bottomless pit". The MA is a great everyday bag imo and has the ability to be a well organized machine...

angelchick182 · Aug 21st, 2008, 03:19 AM

I agree - apples and oranges - two totally different styles, both of which I love too much to have to choose one.

katelove477 · Aug 21st, 2008, 06:29 AM

A well-organized machine! I LOVE it!!!

I'd choose the Nikki over the MAM, but I agree that you can't compare the MAB to the Nikki. I sold off a MAB because it wasn't the color for me, but I LOVED the bag itself and am (ahem) currently on a low-key search for a good deal on another one. The Nikki is just as fabulous as most people make it out to be ... it's a different hobo experience, I tell ya!

Get the Nikki first, MAB later! Or vice versa. Either way, you should be a pretty happy camper.

Lexie2000 · Aug 21st, 2008, 06:46 AM

I say it's a must to have both if these were the only 2 bags you owned. They fit different needs but between the 2 you have a perfect exchange of Casual or Classy.
But if you can only have one, and you already may have been less impressed with the Nikki you bought, then The MAB (For me it would be a MAM) would be the first bag of choice.

Aug 20th, 2008, 07:00 PM	#1
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Aug 20th, 2008, 07:03 PM	#2
anilumagloire Member Location: Miami, FL	I have a MAB and I really like it, but I think I should have gotten a Nikki instead. The MAB is to formal for me. __________________ Anilu {NO SHRINKING VIOLET} *My Collection* Need... * Light gray Matinee Pleeeeeeeeeeease!!!!!!!!!!

Aug 20th, 2008, 07:08 PM	#3
Loquita Seeing R-E-D Location: Massachusetts	ooo, that's a tough one. i still don't think that i have found the right nikki leather for me -- so far i have bought and returned two of them (persimmon, and then double cream). on the other hand i have only returned one MAM (hazelnut -- a gorgeous color but also a bit too stiff for my taste). now i am waiting to see if i can get a wine nikki with old HW...and then break it in like nobody's businesss! i am absolutely in love with the smooshy leathered MAMs, though, and the MAB Luxe. i have one MAB (mocha, like anilu) but haven't used it yet, am waiting for colder weather to use the lovely color. IMO, the MAB Luxe (esp. if you get it in a brighter color and smooshy leather) is a fantastic midway point, in that you get the convenience of the nikki shoulder straps but the more structured feel of the MAs... but maybe i'll change my mind once i get a nikki that i actually keep! (sorry for the circular answer to such a good question!) __________________ Lusting After: Bal: Tomato Shoulder; Mandarine & Sanguine CPs; RM: Black Studded Devote; Royal Nikki Sign up for the Royal Nikki Jan. Order: http://forum.purseblog.com/showthrea...errerid=127932 Join the revolution against eBay! Sign up for www.bonanzle.com with other TPF members today. Start listing your stuff for FREE.

Aug 20th, 2008, 07:40 PM	#4
lunatwinkle RM SF SS 12/12 & 13! Location: SF Bay Area, California	Lol, that's like asking, "Do you like apples or oranges?" They're both fruit; it's just a matter of personal preferences. IMO, I love the MAM. I've always been partial to rectangular and square-shaped satchels, and never really been a fan of the hobo shape. I like my handbags to have structure and to be able to stand upright when I place them down on the table. __________________ COME MEET MISS DUSTY!!! And the rest of the family here! Click on my profile to view my small but well-loved handbag collection!

Aug 20th, 2008, 07:40 PM	#5
MJDaisy "I'm Chuck Bass" Location: Planet Zetor	i have both. i love both, but they are very different. the MAB is more of a crook of the arm bag for me. it does fit under my shoulder, but not as comfortably as the nikki. i really couldn't pick between them! i love them too much lol __________________ enjoying my lovelies

Aug 20th, 2008, 07:42 PM	#6
desiprinzess718 Rebecca Minkoff Mod Location: Alpharetta, GA	I agree with the other posters. they're both totally different bags... I love them both! I tend to wear nikki's more because they fit better over the shoulder, but i would say that the Nikki is the classic hobo, and the MA is the classic satchel- so you must have one of both! __________________ Rebecca Minkoff's amazing leathers: www.rebeccaminkoff.com Balenciaga's amazing styles: www.balenciaga.com Love Quotes Scarves in every color Tory Burch Revas in every color MY RM COLLECTION Rebecca Minkoff Sample sale: December 4th - 6th in Los Angeles Rebecca Minkoff Sample Sale: December 12th - 13th in San Francisco

Aug 20th, 2008, 09:29 PM	#7
bhalpop Member	I totally agree with y'all! There are things to love about both bags. I'm usually a hobo girl but love my MAM and MAB. love the outside pockets and the storage space. If you fill your Nikki to the brim it looks way too long, in a out of whack kind of way. If you fill your MAM or MAB it looks just fine! I like the inside pockets in the Nikki and the way it looks on the body but the MAB-MAM DOES look nice sitting on the table!

Aug 20th, 2008, 09:52 PM	#8
AnnieBinSD I love bags Location: San Diego!	^ ITA! They're both gorgeous and practical in different ways....I couldn't part with one or the other! __________________ Trying to take this ban seriously for once.

Aug 21st, 2008, 12:35 AM	#9
circoit Member	I prefer the MAB because I can dress it up or down, and I can find things in it in a jiffy.

Aug 21st, 2008, 12:46 AM	#10
scoobiesmomma ♥♥♥RManiak♥♥♥ Location: West Coast, Florida	I'd have to agree with circoit, I am definitely a MA girl at ! I have tried the Nikki twice now, and just can't get into it. Don't get me wrong, it's a gorgeous bag, but I think it is for lack of a better description, a "bottomless pit". The MA is a great everyday bag imo and has the ability to be a well organized machine... __________________ Dreaming of a Chanel Coco Baby Cabas in Khaki!!!

Aug 21st, 2008, 03:19 AM	#11
angelchick182 Member Location: Nashville, TN	I agree - apples and oranges - two totally different styles, both of which I love too much to have to choose one. __________________ Current Collection: F+C Mid City(Navy Patent), RM MAB BBW, LP Gillian(Cognac), LAMB Kensington Camden(Chocolate), RM Matinee(Wine), RM Nikki(Ocean), RM MAM (Tangerine), RM MAB(Dk. Gray), RM No Strings Clutch(Nickel/Sand) Lusting After: RM Eggshell/Brown Croc Devote Tote, RM Beau Tote(Undecided color), RM Market Tote(Undecided color)

Aug 21st, 2008, 06:29 AM	#12
katelove477 Member Location: baltimore	A well-organized machine! I LOVE it!!! I'd choose the Nikki over the MAM, but I agree that you can't compare the MAB to the Nikki. I sold off a MAB because it wasn't the color for me, but I LOVED the bag itself and am (ahem) currently on a low-key search for a good deal on another one. The Nikki is just as fabulous as most people make it out to be ... it's a different hobo experience, I tell ya! Get the Nikki first, MAB later! Or vice versa. Either way, you should be a pretty happy camper. __________________ please click to give!

Aug 21st, 2008, 06:46 AM	#13
Lexie2000 Pursonally Affected Location: Wild Wonderful West Virginia	I say it's a must to have both if these were the only 2 bags you owned. They fit different needs but between the 2 you have a perfect exchange of Casual or Classy. But if you can only have one, and you already may have been less impressed with the Nikki you bought, then The MAB (For me it would be a MAM) would be the first bag of choice. __________________