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knasarae · Sep 8th, 2008, 10:41 AM

Hi TE!

You know I was wondering last week why we didn't have a thread like this but then I got distracted and forgot, lol!

My question is I am going on vacation to NYC this week with my girlfriends to celebrate a birthday. I understand the va-ca can't be all about me so as one of my choices for activities I chose Bergdorf-Goodman since they have Tano but lots of other brands as well. I figure I could give my friends a lot of variety while I fondle Tano bags. My question is are BG's bags standard Tano's or are they slightly varied like Anthropologie? TIA!

beeb · Sep 8th, 2008, 10:44 AM

TE, thanks for answering my questions, and everyone else's.

tano expert · Sep 8th, 2008, 10:48 AM

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Originally Posted by knasarae

Hi TE!

You know I was wondering last week why we didn't have a thread like this but then I got distracted and forgot, lol!

My question is I am going on vacation to NYC this week with my girlfriends to celebrate a birthday. I understand the va-ca can't be all about me so as one of my choices for activities I chose Bergdorf-Goodman since they have Tano but lots of other brands as well. I figure I could give my friends a lot of variety while I fondle Tano bags. My question is are BG's bags standard Tano's or are they slightly varied like Anthropologie? TIA!

BGs bags are pretty much standard. They used to request no little tano tag outside and no graffiti label inside, but Tano did away with both of those things last season anyway.

BG ordered some bags in ripple (crinkle patent version of crunch), which Tano cancelled for its own production but still made some for BG.

Call ahead to find out what they have... ask for Zoe in the 5F department. (5th floor- young designers- thats where Tano is, not on the main level with all the high priced bags.)

If you really want to see a BIG selection of Tano bags (all standard) check out BAG in soho. Its practically a Tano store! Its in a great shopping area- lots of cool boutiques and cafes for you and your friend to enjoy.
Have fun!

TejasMama · Sep 8th, 2008, 11:13 AM

Hi TE,

Thanks for answering all these questions for us.

I read in another thread that the original boogie may not come back this spring. Have you heard any updates and do you know when we might know for sure about the fate of the boogie? Thanks!

tano expert · Sep 8th, 2008, 12:34 PM

^^At the moment, the boogie is NOT in the Spring lineup. I hope that it, as well as some other Tano favorites, will be added to the Spring collection at Tano's next trade show. As soon as I know anything more, Ill be sure to post it as a new thread here in the Tano SF.

From my understanding, rising costs in leather, labor, hardware, and transportation and weakening currency exchanges are driving up the prices on old Tano standards like the boogie. So if Tano does offer it again next season, the price will be higher than it is now.

bags4fun · Sep 8th, 2008, 12:42 PM

Hi TE, I just called BG and asked for Zoe. The SA never heard of Zoe, could it be Zuley? Anyway, she didn't know anything about Ripple Patent either. hmmmmm

Watson's Mom · Sep 8th, 2008, 01:32 PM

interesting comment from TE regarding the rising cost of production of the Boogie...there is another thread posted by imabagaddict commenting on the thinness of the trim on her new truffle Boogie....maybe they are starting to produce lesser quality bags to save money? I certainly hope not - that thick Boogie trim is what really makes the bag!

beeb · Sep 8th, 2008, 01:43 PM

TE, are there any wallets currently in production besides the Chicklit? Thank you!

tano expert · Sep 8th, 2008, 01:44 PM

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Originally Posted by bags4fun

Hi TE, I just called BG and asked for Zoe. The SA never heard of Zoe, could it be Zuley? Anyway, she didn't know anything about Ripple Patent either. hmmmmm

zoouly... yes, it could be- sorry, I thought it was Zoe.

Anyway, she is (was?) a FT associate in the accessories section on the 5th floor, so she knows a bit about the Tano bags... they may not know the name "ripple" but maybe if you ask if they have any Tano bags in crinkle patent they could give you the names/numbers of what they have.

tano expert · Sep 8th, 2008, 01:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Watson's Mom

interesting comment from TE regarding the rising cost of production of the Boogie...there is another thread posted by imabagaddict commenting on the thinness of the trim on her new truffle Boogie....maybe they are starting to produce lesser quality bags to save money? I certainly hope not - that thick Boogie trim is what really makes the bag!

WM, no offense, but lets keep this thread to my questions and answers only... no chat, ok? Thanks!

(And BTW I totally disagree with your comment. Tano has been IMPROVING the quality of their bags every season for the past 6 years!)

tano expert · Sep 8th, 2008, 01:49 PM

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Originally Posted by beeb

TE, are there any wallets currently in production besides the Chicklit? Thank you!

No, there are no other wallets other than chicklit this season. There are quite a few wristlets/ mini bags, though!

TE

KittyBag · Sep 8th, 2008, 02:32 PM

Hi TE, thanks for giving us all a thread to ask you questions!!

Are velvet leather bags mostly coming in Fall 2 release? I'm really looking forward to seeing what Sapphire is going to look like!

tano expert · Sep 8th, 2008, 02:39 PM

^^KB, the velvet bags for Fall 1 are due to fit stores by the end of this month. There are no "new" velvet styles for Fall 2.

brimack · Sep 8th, 2008, 03:24 PM

TE...thanks again for this thread...

I have a jettsetter from a few seasons ago. Would you say the velvet leather is similiar to the type of leather used on the jettsetter? Thanks

tano expert · Sep 8th, 2008, 03:33 PM

No, its not at all similar. The jet setter was made of TAG leather which was smoother in grain and squishier in feel than velvet. The tag leather was also more monochromatic in color.

Sep 8th, 2008, 10:41 AM	#31
knasarae Tie Dye is MINE!!! Location: Boringsville, USA	Hi TE! You know I was wondering last week why we didn't have a thread like this but then I got distracted and forgot, lol! My question is I am going on vacation to NYC this week with my girlfriends to celebrate a birthday. I understand the va-ca can't be all about me so as one of my choices for activities I chose Bergdorf-Goodman since they have Tano but lots of other brands as well. I figure I could give my friends a lot of variety while I fondle Tano bags. My question is are BG's bags standard Tano's or are they slightly varied like Anthropologie? TIA! __________________ *My name is Knasarae, and I approve this message.*

Sep 8th, 2008, 10:44 AM	#32
beeb love my Tanos!	TE, thanks for answering my questions, and everyone else's. __________________

Sep 8th, 2008, 11:13 AM	#34
TejasMama Member	Hi TE, Thanks for answering all these questions for us. I read in another thread that the original boogie may not come back this spring. Have you heard any updates and do you know when we might know for sure about the fate of the boogie? Thanks! __________________ ____________________________ "Not everything that can be counted counts, and not everything that counts can be counted." --Albert Einstein ____________________________ I just my Belen Echandia!

Sep 8th, 2008, 12:42 PM	#36
bags4fun handbag luvin mama Location: with all my bags	Hi TE, I just called BG and asked for Zoe. The SA never heard of Zoe, could it be Zuley? Anyway, she didn't know anything about Ripple Patent either. hmmmmm __________________ Wishlist - LV Watercolor Speedy 30 White

Sep 8th, 2008, 01:43 PM	#38
beeb love my Tanos!	TE, are there any wallets currently in production besides the Chicklit? Thank you! __________________

Sep 8th, 2008, 12:34 PM	#35
tano expert luv2shop!!!	^^At the moment, the boogie is NOT in the Spring lineup. I hope that it, as well as some other Tano favorites, will be added to the Spring collection at Tano's next trade show. As soon as I know anything more, Ill be sure to post it as a new thread here in the Tano SF. From my understanding, rising costs in leather, labor, hardware, and transportation and weakening currency exchanges are driving up the prices on old Tano standards like the boogie. So if Tano does offer it again next season, the price will be higher than it is now.

Sep 8th, 2008, 01:32 PM	#37
Watson's Mom TANO INSOMNIAC!!!!! Location: Outside of Philly	interesting comment from TE regarding the rising cost of production of the Boogie...there is another thread posted by imabagaddict commenting on the thinness of the trim on her new truffle Boogie....maybe they are starting to produce lesser quality bags to save money? I certainly hope not - that thick Boogie trim is what really makes the bag!

Sep 8th, 2008, 02:32 PM	#42
KittyBag Just show me the way... Location: NY	Hi TE, thanks for giving us all a thread to ask you questions!! Are velvet leather bags mostly coming in Fall 2 release? I'm really looking forward to seeing what Sapphire is going to look like! __________________ That Darn Blog - Katie, the golden retriever, in action: http://nothingtosee.vox.com/ Dogs are not our whole life, but they make our lives whole. ~Roger Caras

Sep 8th, 2008, 02:39 PM	#43
tano expert luv2shop!!!	^^KB, the velvet bags for Fall 1 are due to fit stores by the end of this month. There are no "new" velvet styles for Fall 2.

Sep 8th, 2008, 03:24 PM	#44
brimack Member	TE...thanks again for this thread... I have a jettsetter from a few seasons ago. Would you say the velvet leather is similiar to the type of leather used on the jettsetter? Thanks

Sep 8th, 2008, 03:33 PM	#45
tano expert luv2shop!!!	No, its not at all similar. The jet setter was made of TAG leather which was smoother in grain and squishier in feel than velvet. The tag leather was also more monochromatic in color.