I used to love the Alto collection. But in recent years, I'm much less tempted. I still love the leather (woven ???), but the styles I like are often too small and other styles just don't make sense to me functionally.... the way they close or the way the handles are attached. I guess it's saving me some money... as the Altos are pricey.
But I'm just buying more of the other handbags. Right now the Emerson leather is taking the Alto's spot in my cravings, and the Naomi is a much more functional style for me. Still not perfect, but usable and beautiful. For every day and toss it around, nothing beats pebbled leather Dooney handbags. And with the current sales on Dooney and ILD.... many temptations around.