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[LuvAllBags]

Got it. So if I have a caramel crunch bag now (which I do), it's already the "improved crunch?" It is fantastic, I have to say...just gorgeous! Thanks, TE!

[Celts20]

Does that mean that colors on pre-order and due in by 9/15 (like cobalt) will be the new Lux and not the Crunch?

Joan

[tano expert]

The leather formerly known as CRUNCH will be called LUX for all Fall 2 bags. Prior to fall 2, (ie pre fall), it will still be called CRUNCH.

Its my impression that there is really not much, if any difference between the current production of CRUNCH and the future LUX.
I think they are basically renaming it.

Nebula, Chopper and Bella are truly "NEW" leathers in the lineup for Fall 2.

[ame]

Oohhh I like those names!!! Also, so sorry if I missed this date but when does the rest of the Fall stuff show up? I assume the stuff out now is Pre-Fall.

[tano expert]

Pre Fall started shipping to stores in May and has a completion date of 9/15. Fall 2 will *supposedly* start shipping to stores next week and has a completion date of 10/30.

[dehrst]

does that mean the second skin i preordered could be arriving soon?!?!?!?!? i was thinking it would be awhile and i could sneak in a ramped up in bone before it would arrive!! :)

[tano expert]

As far as Tano deliveries go, your guess is as good as mine.... sometimes I get insider info about certain stuff coming in this/next week, but thats about it.... sorry!

Nebula bags have a completion date of 10/30... but hell, i wouldnt be surprised if they arrived on MOnday! haha

[dehrst]

what is your opinion on carrying the ramped up in bone for fall/winter?? :)

[tano expert]

Personally, I would not... but thats a personal style choice!

[monalethalfan]

Hello! Here's a question that Voodoo thought you might be able to help me with. I bought a gently used yellow Mona Lethal, and it's held up pretty well, but it's getting dry, and everyone recommends Lubriderm. But I think I need to clean it before I Lubriderm it. Do I? What should I use? The top and around the zippers is a little brown. I don't want to Lubriderm her and lock in the dirt.

Sorry if this is a dumb question! I've never cared about a bag enough to clean it much less moisturize it - ha! I usually buy the crappy disposable knock-offs in Chinatown - never again!

[darcy-0702]

TE-
How is the new saddle bella leather? Is the color pretty much true to the case in point pics? How do you like the taking a vow style?
Thanks!

[tano expert]

mona, if you want to clean the leather try lexol cleaner and conditioner. Its just awesome on crunch. Ive tried lubriderm and it works, but it doesnt last as long as lexol IMO.

darcy, saddle is pretty much a classic british tan. Take a vow is a great convertible bag thats a remake of an old style called centerfold that was very popular.

[ang79]

Hi, I'm new to Tano (and pretty much new to leather bags as well). I recently bought an older brown minilisa on Ebay and there are some scratches on it, as well as faded and worn areas. What products do you recommend to clean/condition the bag with to help revive some of the color and minimize the scratches? After I've cleaned it should I use a protectant on it, if so what? Any other leather care tips I should be aware of?

Thanks!

[tano expert]

Ive got a dozen or so crunch bags and I conditioned them all with Lexol conditioner and preservaive. It helped a lot. I recommend it. Some girls here use skin cream like lubriderm. Ive tried that and it helped the dryness, but felt greasier to me and the results didnt last as long.

Try a gentle leather cleaner from Wilsons or coach.... NO SADDLE SOAP, though! Test first on an unseen part of the bag and wait 24 hours to check for adverse effects before you do the whole bag. Good luck!

After your bag is clean you could spray it with a protectorate or use the lexol.

[ang79]

Thanks! I picked up some Kiwi Mink Oil in a little tin at Target today, as someone mentioned that conditions bags well. Was going to try it out later today, is that OK to use on the crunch leather?