Petit Noe in Monogram vs. mandarin Epi???

Great ideas! I really want one of those colors; they just do not go with my skincolor. Mandarin is starting to sound even more appealing.

What does everyone think about the cowhide on the bottom of the monogram style petit noe? How does it handle with everyday use? I just ordered a monogram one in hopes of holding me until I purchase an epi petit noe:wlae: .