Apricot vs Mandarin

knasarae · Jul 31st, 2008, 07:28 PM

Ok guys, my Mandarin Boogie arrived today! And as gorgeous as she is, unfortunately I will not be keeping her. I should've listened to Alex...the colors are waaaay too close. In fact, I literally took about 50 pictures and in most of them they looked the exact same color. IMO, the Mandarin is deeper which makes it appear a tad browner. But really not enough to tell. In fact, the only reason it was so easy for me to tell them apart was because mine is used and the handles are darker (though I do think this lighter brown leather trim looks better). So I'll be sending mine back

I'm gonna exchange it for the Three Fer I saw yesterday.

Apricot on left, Mandarin on right (with flash)

Difference in the leather trim

knasarae · Jul 31st, 2008, 07:31 PM

A little closer with flash

Without flash

I will go on record as saying I prefer the Mandarin. But not enough to go through the hassle of selling my Apricot. Hope this helps for anyone else who is wondering...

fafnir · Jul 31st, 2008, 07:44 PM

Wow, they are similar! Thanks for taking and posting so many pics!

avp · Jul 31st, 2008, 07:45 PM

oh bummer, knasarae. the three fer is super-cute, though. Are you getting it in the mandarin too?

fafnir · Jul 31st, 2008, 08:03 PM

Just checked the pics of the Three Fer at LB. It's very cute! Lots smaller than the Boogie, though, yes?

kmh1190 · Jul 31st, 2008, 08:26 PM

Nice to know this. So those who missed out on Spring's apricot should be happy with Fall's Mandarin. I guess it wasn't meant to be, but atleast you are going to get another bag that you want!

knasarae · Jul 31st, 2008, 08:27 PM

Yes, the Three Fer is a lot smaller. I plan on using it as a weekend bag for shopping, errands, etc. And I'll be getting it in black. I had already planned on buying it so this way it's already paid for! Lol!

LizCordova · Jul 31st, 2008, 10:07 PM

Knasare, both your boogies are gorgeous. I think you are right though
in that they are too similar in coloration. Congrats on your new Three
Fer that is coming. I love the style of that bag but it is just too small for me.
Please do post pictures when you receive her.

TygerKitty · Jul 31st, 2008, 10:10 PM

Haha awh well at least we have reference pics now! Thanks for being the guinea pig and for taking beautiful pics! I think I prefer the apricot!

Kimmi · Jul 31st, 2008, 10:25 PM

They sort of look the same to me too, but it is a gorgeous colour and the bags look sooo nice in your pics!

Exotick · Jul 31st, 2008, 11:29 PM

They are very close but I think I like the mandarin better with the lighter trim.

paintednightsky · Aug 1st, 2008, 12:22 AM

Thanks for the pics! I think I actually like the apricot better since I like the darker trim.

musicgirl · Aug 1st, 2008, 12:32 AM

^^I agree, I think I like the darker trim better also. And thanks to Knasarae for saving the rest of us from ordering practically the same bag.

Jul 31st, 2008, 08:26 PM	#6
kmh1190 Too many flip-flops! Location: Northern California/Central Valley	Nice to know this. So those who missed out on Spring's apricot should be happy with Fall's Mandarin. I guess it wasn't meant to be, but atleast you are going to get another bag that you want! __________________ Banned-Can look but cannot buy/touchDefinitely !! This time I mean it! Post ban wants: Tano Streetwalker, RM Devote Tote

Jul 31st, 2008, 08:27 PM	#7
knasarae Tie Dye is MINE!!! Location: Boringsville, USA	Yes, the Three Fer is a lot smaller. I plan on using it as a weekend bag for shopping, errands, etc. And I'll be getting it in black. I had already planned on buying it so this way it's already paid for! Lol! __________________ *My name is Knasarae, and I approve this message.*

Jul 31st, 2008, 10:07 PM	#8
LizCordova Member	Knasare, both your boogies are gorgeous. I think you are right though in that they are too similar in coloration. Congrats on your new Three Fer that is coming. I love the style of that bag but it is just too small for me. Please do post pictures when you receive her. Last edited by LizCordova; Jul 31st, 2008 at 10:07 PM. Reason: spellcheck

Jul 31st, 2008, 10:10 PM	#9
TygerKitty shopaholic Location: Colorado	Haha awh well at least we have reference pics now! Thanks for being the guinea pig and for taking beautiful pics! I think I prefer the apricot! __________________ "Life may not be the party we hoped for, but while we're here we should dance." My collection: http://forum.purseblog.com/your-bag-showcase/tygerkittys-addiction-370238.html Are you artsy and crafty!? Come support the creation of a new arts and crafts subforum! http://forum.purseblog.com/feedback-dropbox/crafties-to-unite-376611-5.html

Jul 31st, 2008, 10:25 PM	#10
Kimmi Member	They sort of look the same to me too, but it is a gorgeous colour and the bags look sooo nice in your pics! __________________

Jul 31st, 2008, 07:44 PM	#3
fafnir Member Location: Portland	Wow, they are similar! Thanks for taking and posting so many pics!

Jul 31st, 2008, 07:45 PM	#4
avp Member	oh bummer, knasarae. the three fer is super-cute, though. Are you getting it in the mandarin too?

Jul 31st, 2008, 08:03 PM	#5
fafnir Member Location: Portland	Just checked the pics of the Three Fer at LB. It's very cute! Lots smaller than the Boogie, though, yes?

Jul 31st, 2008, 11:29 PM	#11
Exotick Member	They are very close but I think I like the mandarin better with the lighter trim.

Aug 1st, 2008, 12:22 AM	#12
paintednightsky Member	Thanks for the pics! I think I actually like the apricot better since I like the darker trim. __________________ Waiting For Tano Grape Minilisa Wishlist RM BBW or Violet, Kooba Smooth Black Sienna, Ignes Chiara/Ormala My Bag Collection http://forum.purseblog.com/your-bag-...on-293432.html

Aug 1st, 2008, 12:32 AM	#13
musicgirl Member Location: Deep South	^^I agree, I think I like the darker trim better also. And thanks to Knasarae for saving the rest of us from ordering practically the same bag.