I had a lucky weekend! I had decided to bite the bullet and buy the 2 timeless clutches (red and black caviar) I had been yearning for these past few months. I found the red thru the best tPF/eBay'er - bought it Sat. and it arrived this morning! - although I lost out on the black one. But, surprise, my SA at NM actually found one for me (in the back of the closet!) and even better I got it at the pre-increase price. thanks for letting me share