I have one in black but haven't carried her yet. I prefer full-zip tops and although the bucket's top folds in nicely, zip tops are better for keeping stuff securely in the bag during commuting. The closure is a huge style departure for me and is the primary reason I haven't yet snipped the tags and moved in.
The leather is fantastic! The leather is what convinced me to buy this bag. I have plenty of black bags but none with this buttery, smooth, thick leather. The black leather is the softest of the three fall colors, at least when brand new. The black cherry is the second-softest brand new, and the camel is the most structured, IMO. All of them will probably break in nicely and become softer with use.
Have you seen and tried on this bag IRL? If not, would you be able to return it to Dillard's for a refund or is New Years Clearance final sale?
Likes
- Phenomenal, soft leather
- Front pocket
- Turnlock on said pocket
- Shoulder bag (I'm primarily a shoulder bag girl)
Drawbacks
- Thinner shoulder strap than the duffles
- Lack of full zip top (although the bag's top can be folded inward to provide some security when carrying)