A Normal Linea Pelle???

Jewlz2121

Jewlz2121

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#1
I just received a Linea Pelle bag & this is the first one I've ever seen IRL. Is it normal for this brand to have small water spots, and light scuffs and imperfections in the leather?

I know it said the leather was "washed", but I just didn't know if I got a bum one or if they were all like this? Maybe I just don't care for this look of washed leather, although I do love slouchy leather! It just doesn't really resemble a 350$ bag.

This is the one I got, in the papaya - which is the tan.
http://www.lpcollection.com/ViewProduct.aspx?pid=1324#color

Can anyone help?
 
#2
That's the bag I had except it was the Small Dylan. It is very soft leather and has an unfinished look. I could see in time it may pick up scuffs and marks or maybe water spots if not treated with a leather spray. But mine didn't have anyhthing on it since it was new. Did you buy it new? Maybe it was a return.
 
#3
Washed leather usually gets a bit beat up in the washing process. I wouldn't worry too much about if its "normal" or not- for $350, the question is really, do you love it or not? Do the imperfections bother you, or do you like the leather looking broken in?
 
#4
I bought it from LP brand new. The water spots are more white, almost like a bleach spot or something and they are in a not very noticable place. Then there is a small "dot" or puncture in the leather. Then some slight scuffs all over. The website says, no two are alike so,,,,,

I do like my bags to be New looking and not worn looking too.
 
#5
Washed leather may not be your thing... it can get a bit beat up looking. Some people love that look, and others hate it! It's also very inconsistant- like they say, "no two will look alike." Some may end up looking shrunken and scuffed, whereas others may end up looking pebbly and spotted- different skins and parts of the hides respond differently to washing. Thats why you dont often see high end designers doing washed leathers. They demand more consitancy in their materials.
 
#6
My Moni Moni bags are washed leather and very beat up looking. Rain/snow blend right in.

Every time I see one of your posts, I get a tear over the pic of your dear pup. Hope you're doing ok and all, she looks like a sweetie and such a beautiful name! (that darn poem always make me cry)
 
#7
Yes, maybe I just don't dig the washed leather. Man, this will be the third bag I have sent back in 2 weeks. I hate not living in a place where you can shop & see the bags in IRL before you buy. At least most have been free shipping.....


Thank you so much K. She will forever be in my heart! :heart::smile:
 
#8
I have the Linea Pelle Dylan small tote in papaya.

I will agree that this washed leather is very different than my other bags. I do love the slouch though and am happy with mine. The leather on my bag is fairly consistant and fine.

If you are unhappy in some way I would try to return the bag. Don't worry about how many you send back.

You deserve to be ~thrilled~ with what you carry.
 
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