I've loved this line since its first appearance over a year ago. Of course, the Hudson has always been my favorite. Aside from the shape of the bag (which I luv), the three sections are perfect for someone like me who carries everything (but the kitchen sink!) in their bags but needs a little organization. My only problem with the Hudson is that it can't really be carried on the shoulder (I'm sure some of you "Skinny Minnies" made it work, but I have a hard time with bags with drops shorter than 9"!!). So there's the Trish, which has the extra shoulder strap. I like the Trish but I'm not exactly crazy about the shape. I've seen some pics where it looks like it's a little boxier (which I like) but in most pics, it looks too long and round for my person taste (almost like a jelly roll). There's also the Bowler, which to me looks almost the same as the Hudson but has only one section instead of three. According to its measurements, its smaller than the Hudson, but I think it's only in its height & width (I think they're the same length, but I might be wrong). I know that there's also a Striping Tote, but that one's ruled out - it's just too big for an everyday bag!
I know that there are still a few Hudsons floating around at MJ boutiques. I've been toying with the idea of saving up to buy one in a month or so (unless one shows up on ebay in the meantime, but I always seem to miss out!). There is a Bowler on ebay right now that's brand new & might end at a reasonable price. Then there are the bags at the Outlet Store of Bag, Borrow Steal - I know some other PFers have had good luck ordering from them. The bags are gently carried, but they have return policy.
I just can't decide which one to get. The Hudson, of course, has always been my first choice - but the Bowler on ebay looks pretty nice. If it's basically the same as the Hudson (w/one section instead of three) then I wouldn't mind spending less $$ and using the difference to buy something else. Of course, the Trish seems more practical since I could easily carry it on my shoulder if I had to, but it's the shape that throws me.
What are your thoughts on the striping line? Which is your fav & why? For those of you who own more than one style, how different are they all? Is the bowler really similar to the Hudson, or is that just an illusion? Does the Trish's shape change once you load it up & start using it?
Thanks in advance!!
I know that there are still a few Hudsons floating around at MJ boutiques. I've been toying with the idea of saving up to buy one in a month or so (unless one shows up on ebay in the meantime, but I always seem to miss out!). There is a Bowler on ebay right now that's brand new & might end at a reasonable price. Then there are the bags at the Outlet Store of Bag, Borrow Steal - I know some other PFers have had good luck ordering from them. The bags are gently carried, but they have return policy.
I just can't decide which one to get. The Hudson, of course, has always been my first choice - but the Bowler on ebay looks pretty nice. If it's basically the same as the Hudson (w/one section instead of three) then I wouldn't mind spending less $$ and using the difference to buy something else. Of course, the Trish seems more practical since I could easily carry it on my shoulder if I had to, but it's the shape that throws me.
What are your thoughts on the striping line? Which is your fav & why? For those of you who own more than one style, how different are they all? Is the bowler really similar to the Hudson, or is that just an illusion? Does the Trish's shape change once you load it up & start using it?
Thanks in advance!!
