Heres a description of all the colors I saw (in alphabetical order)
MAGENTA: Its very similar to the original. Although the leather is in fact an 07 leather (and Im saying that positively). I quite like the Magenta with Silver hardware (very similar to Toni22s photoshoped Day bag, below), although I think it will look even more gorgeous in Gold Hardware.
OCEAN: More of a muted color. Pale Blueberry. Gorgeous with Silver Hardware....BUT not as gorgeous as I had pictured it in my mind.
PINE: they had a sample of the Lune bag in this color (although it was much more like Sapin than Pine take note that it was on a different leather). I think Im totally skipping this color and will revert to my lusting of a SS 06 Emerald Work.
SIENNA: I will consider this color as the dark horse of the FW 07 season. Im on the list for the Work. This appeared in the trunk show as a trim on one of their non-Motorcycle collections. Someone (sorry cant remember who) was asking if this is going to be similar to Chloes ever so famous WHISKEY .and its looking a bit positive. I love Whiskey myself (Im talking about the color!) and Sienna is a brown with a shade of red (not enough orange in it to be exactly like Whiskey close enough!). The leather wasnt the Arena leather so there might be some slight variations compared to the color I saw.
STEEL: There were a few holiday bags (and accessories) that had the Steel leather trim. It was not flat at all (compared to the swatch I saw weeks ago). The color reminds me of the SS 06 Gray (which I love!). However, if this color really is going to be flat, I think itll be much closer to 05 Gray. The color on the trim had more depth/dimension to it and not exactly a flat steel gray.
VIOLET: The color is more of an ultraviolet. Purple base with lots of red in it, giving it a much brighter hue. I think of Eggplant as a bold color (very even) where as Violet is brighter and has the color itself has more depth to it which has been the appeal of the more recent Balenciaga colors. Thanks to Jydeals for bringing her Eggplant for comparison.
THE NEW STYLES
THE BESACE: (not to be confused with the mens besace). To me, this is a re-issue of this style:
Although this time, its going to be a shoulder bag (it will still have the adjustable strap, however, not long enough to be a messenger unlike its original version).
THE DAY OFF (aka THE STEP, THE STEPPING OUT): approx $1195
I dont think anyone really knows the dimensions of this bag yet. I was told its a cross between the City and the Brief, although I wouldnt be surprised if this turns out to be the
This style is only being produced with CLASSIC HARDWARE.
THE ESCAPADE $2195
I originally expressed interest in this bag. I only saw one photograph (Pine with Silver GH) and its the exact same shape/style as the Weekender but taller (Im not sure of the exact dimensions though).
THE ENVELOPE CLUTCH (nicknamed the Flap clutch for obvious reasons) $945
Will only come with Giant Hardware. The dimensions could possibly be the same as the Pochette. (POINTIE! You and I purchased the last two Blacks that day!). I am sad to report that I saw the quantities of what they will be receiving. There were a couple of colors that they will be getting two in their inventory. But the rest, they will only receive 1 (I didnt forget to type a number next to that, I really mean ONE).
THE MINI MATELASSE: There is in fact a mini matelasse in the Fall collection (and with two handles). The photo was of a Mini Matelasse in Marigold and Paprika both are mini cute!
THE MATELASSE MAKEUP CLUTCH: same size as the motorcycle Makeup (so I was told).
Theres also another style in the Matelasse family (though the rivets and other details are not there just the quilting). It's almost like a vintage Train bag and the bottom opens that can store your jewelry, etc.
The waiting listsssss:
I actually saw Celia_Hishs name on one of the accessories lists (perhaps a coin purse?).
Im on top of the list for the Make Up Clutch in Marigold (actually Make Up Clutch in general), which I am very glad about.
ICB, sorry to quote this whole section but it is so informative and will be good for reference further down this thread xo
Firstly, you are my hero! Thank you so much. You have helped all the Bal PF'ers so much who live so far away from all your excitment.
I just have a couple of Q's...The Ocean colour. I remember when you first saw the swatch of Ocean you mentioned to me that you would actually consider selling your Blueberry to get it. Well, now that you have seen Ocean IRL, what are your thoughts? I too have a Blueberry Work and I love the ripe juicy depth of that colour. Is Ocean less dramatic than Blueberry?
Also...Is The Step only $1195 (???) Did I read that right???
Hugs to you