Just took mine out. It's very cushy and somewhat soft. I hadn't made the comparison to Chanel caviar leather, but there is a pebbled texture to the Edie. Here's the Edie next to the caviar. The caviar is slightly softer, but they share the same feel in "puffiness" - not sure if that's a word...Anyway, looking forward to when I can use this bag. It's the smaller version so more of a date/dinner bag.Wow, that's so good to hear. This leather always reminded me of the Chanel Caviar leather so I'm not surprised about the comparison. I see an Edie in my future!!