I think you're absolutely right, it's the perfect complimentary colour for you.
Congrats Diane, it's really lovely.
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Congrats Diane, it's really lovely.
It's incredibly beautiful!! Great score, Diane!! Enjoy!!
Thank you! The members on this forum are a great source of inspiration. I was on the fence about it when Grietje finally told me to pull the trigger. I have to say that having a couple of fellow BVettes who I can go to for advice is extremely helpful. I think it's also a lesson for me to be open to changes that I stumble upon.
Perfect for travel!I think you're absolutely right, it's the perfect complimentary colour for you.
Congrats Diane, it's really lovely.
I think you made an excellent choice, diane278! It sounds like you've found your go-to color. It took me a while to find "my" colors for bags--ones that would look good on me without needing to color-match with clothing, where the color just stands on its own. Thanks for the inspiration photos, and enjoy your Barolo Cabat!
Diane, the colour is outstanding and co-ordinates very nicely with your wardrobe, enjoy.I should preface this reveal by saying that I never expected to purchase a Barolo cabat. However, I noticed that my Gigolo Red clutch went with nearly everything in my closet and that color borders on Barolo. In the past year, I have been purchasing more navy, khaki, and of course, gray clothing. I finally realized that a contrasting neutral would be a good addition and then stumbled across this bag online.
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It is in great condition, being a year old, with a tiny spot on the bottom and a bit of rubbing on one handle. I may send it off to Modern Leather eventually, since BV_LV Poodle got such great results with her experience there. But, I don't seem to do much quickly these days. These photos were taken indoors with my iPad and I did not use a color balancer to adjust for the "warm" tint that my iPad and phone seem to add.
I have tried to show it with several combinations, but again, the photos are more yellow than irl. During the summer, I wear washed linen tunics and dresses almost exclusively due to the hotter than h**l climate here. But I just realized I didn't include those photos.
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Gray suede jacket, navy tunic, khaki linen pants and Merlot Vans.
Surprise, surprise....I have been wearing more sneakers than TOM's. I know. It's a crazy thing!
(I ordered the Barolo velvet slippers but my feet weren't happy in them.)
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Navy top and tan linen maxi skirt.
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Long gray tunic and white jeans. Looking at this photo, I'd probably wear gray or navy Vans with this outfit.
So this is why I ventured into new territory. After struggling for several years to find a BV blue that would work with most of my blues, I now realize that I probably should have been looking for a complementary color all along. This bag won't go with everything, of course, but I figure that my peltro cabat and nuvolato tote can round things out.
I am NOT going to buy a Barolo pillow bag.
I am NOT going to buy a Barolo pillow bag.
I am NOT going to buy a Barolo pillow bag.
BeautifulI should preface this reveal by saying that I never expected to purchase a Barolo cabat. However, I noticed that my Gigolo Red clutch went with nearly everything in my closet and that color borders on Barolo. In the past year, I have been purchasing more navy, khaki, and of course, gray clothing. I finally realized that a contrasting neutral would be a good addition and then stumbled across this bag online.
View attachment 3698731
It is in great condition, being a year old, with a tiny spot on the bottom and a bit of rubbing on one handle. I may send it off to Modern Leather eventually, since BV_LV Poodle got such great results with her experience there. But, I don't seem to do much quickly these days. These photos were taken indoors with my iPad and I did not use a color balancer to adjust for the "warm" tint that my iPad and phone seem to add.
I have tried to show it with several combinations, but again, the photos are more yellow than irl. During the summer, I wear washed linen tunics and dresses almost exclusively due to the hotter than h**l climate here. But I just realized I didn't include those photos.
View attachment 3698734
Gray suede jacket, navy tunic, khaki linen pants and Merlot Vans.
Surprise, surprise....I have been wearing more sneakers than TOM's. I know. It's a crazy thing!
(I ordered the Barolo velvet slippers but my feet weren't happy in them.)
View attachment 3698737
Navy top and tan linen maxi skirt.
View attachment 3698738
Long gray tunic and white jeans. Looking at this photo, I'd probably wear gray or navy Vans with this outfit.
So this is why I ventured into new territory. After struggling for several years to find a BV blue that would work with most of my blues, I now realize that I probably should have been looking for a complementary color all along. This bag won't go with everything, of course, but I figure that my peltro cabat and nuvolato tote can round things out.
I am NOT going to buy a Barolo pillow bag.
I am NOT going to buy a Barolo pillow bag.
I am NOT going to buy a Barolo pillow bag.
I want one too 
Thanks so much for the offer of advice. I did try to pm you but for some reason it wouldn't send. Would you mind sending me a PM?
Diane, Barolo is truly stunning in the cabat. The color is so versatile. I recall really liking the color when I saw it in the small Olimpia. I used to own a tote and sneakers in the same shade and they do go with most outfits. Congrats on your purchase. I think you made all of us want something in Barolo now.
Thank you, my friends. I carried it today. and will probably carry it again tomorrow!
Sigh...not a style I've ever thought I could carry but it is so beautiful...I do think barolo is a go with every neutral colour, simply gorgeous.I should preface this reveal by saying that I never expected to purchase a Barolo cabat. However, I noticed that my Gigolo Red clutch went with nearly everything in my closet and that color borders on Barolo. In the past year, I have been purchasing more navy, khaki, and of course, gray clothing. I finally realized that a contrasting neutral would be a good addition and then stumbled across this bag online.
View attachment 3698731
It is in great condition, being a year old, with a tiny spot on the bottom and a bit of rubbing on one handle. I may send it off to Modern Leather eventually, since BV_LV Poodle got such great results with her experience there. But, I don't seem to do much quickly these days. These photos were taken indoors with my iPad and I did not use a color balancer to adjust for the "warm" tint that my iPad and phone seem to add.
I have tried to show it with several combinations, but again, the photos are more yellow than irl. During the summer, I wear washed linen tunics and dresses almost exclusively due to the hotter than h**l climate here. But I just realized I didn't include those photos.
View attachment 3698734
Gray suede jacket, navy tunic, khaki linen pants and Merlot Vans.
Surprise, surprise....I have been wearing more sneakers than TOM's. I know. It's a crazy thing!
(I ordered the Barolo velvet slippers but my feet weren't happy in them.)
View attachment 3698737
Navy top and tan linen maxi skirt.
View attachment 3698738
Long gray tunic and white jeans. Looking at this photo, I'd probably wear gray or navy Vans with this outfit.
So this is why I ventured into new territory. After struggling for several years to find a BV blue that would work with most of my blues, I now realize that I probably should have been looking for a complementary color all along. This bag won't go with everything, of course, but I figure that my peltro cabat and nuvolato tote can round things out.
I am NOT going to buy a Barolo pillow bag.
I am NOT going to buy a Barolo pillow bag.
I am NOT going to buy a Barolo pillow bag.
I was lucky to see the BaroloI should preface this reveal by saying that I never expected to purchase a Barolo cabat. However, I noticed that my Gigolo Red clutch went with nearly everything in my closet and that color borders on Barolo. In the past year, I have been purchasing more navy, khaki, and of course, gray clothing. I finally realized that a contrasting neutral would be a good addition and then stumbled across this bag online.
View attachment 3698731
It is in great condition, being a year old, with a tiny spot on the bottom and a bit of rubbing on one handle. I may send it off to Modern Leather eventually, since BV_LV Poodle got such great results with her experience there. But, I don't seem to do much quickly these days. These photos were taken indoors with my iPad and I did not use a color balancer to adjust for the "warm" tint that my iPad and phone seem to add.
I have tried to show it with several combinations, but again, the photos are more yellow than irl. During the summer, I wear washed linen tunics and dresses almost exclusively due to the hotter than h**l climate here. But I just realized I didn't include those photos.
View attachment 3698734
Gray suede jacket, navy tunic, khaki linen pants and Merlot Vans.
Surprise, surprise....I have been wearing more sneakers than TOM's. I know. It's a crazy thing!
(I ordered the Barolo velvet slippers but my feet weren't happy in them.)
View attachment 3698737
Navy top and tan linen maxi skirt.
View attachment 3698738
Long gray tunic and white jeans. Looking at this photo, I'd probably wear gray or navy Vans with this outfit.
So this is why I ventured into new territory. After struggling for several years to find a BV blue that would work with most of my blues, I now realize that I probably should have been looking for a complementary color all along. This bag won't go with everything, of course, but I figure that my peltro cabat and nuvolato tote can round things out.
I am NOT going to buy a Barolo pillow bag.
I am NOT going to buy a Barolo pillow bag.
I am NOT going to buy a Barolo pillow bag.
Cabat in person, and it is fabulous. It really does match perfectly with your wardrobe. Congratulations on your brand new Cabat, @diane278!