Camel / tan / light brown bag help needed!

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Sparkletastic

Sparkletastic

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I am on the hunt for a medium sized camel / tan leather handbag. I'd like for it to be a classic and a bit restrained in style but still have personality. I prefer it to have handles to be worn on the arm with an optional shoulder strap. The only thing I definitely don't want for this bag is the extended side gusset found on Givency Antigona, Celine Phantom and Celine Luggage. More than anything I want this bag to be a long term keeper with sumptuous, rich leather.

I don't know where to start looking for this and appreciate your input! PLEASE HELP!

For reference, there are two bags I kinda like but neither it perfect. The first is the Dooney Alto Evelina
 

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Doesnt have the optional straps u like, but one of my faves. Gucci stirrup top handle in cuir.
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Mariapia said:
Both are lovely!
What about a Chloé Marcie?
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Thanks for the suggestion! But, while I like a lot of Chloe bags, I'm not a fan of the Chloe Marcie. All that stitching is a bit busy for me. And I want a bag that had more of a classic edge vs. boho. If I carry it to a client meeting, I want it to have presence without screaming with a logo, stitching, chains, doo dads, etc.

immigratty said:
Doesnt have the optional straps u like, but one of my faves. Gucci stirrup top handle in cuir.
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OMG! Love that bag! It may make me forget that it doesn't have the optional strap. Is it still in stores? Love. Love! 😍😍

soramillay said:
Gucci Bamboo Shopper? Such a classic! Or the YSL Sac de Jour or Fendi 2Jours? You can put shoulder straps on all of them.
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These are awesome suggestions. But as much as I love Gucci, I can't get happy with the bamboo. The YSL Sac Du Jours is on my hit list but I hadn't considered it in this color. Thanks for mentioning it!! 🎉👍 And The Fendi 2joirs leathers I've seen were saffiano. That's not an option for me for this bag. I'd really prefer a rich, traditional saddle leather for this one.
 
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Sparkletastic said:
Yes. 😊 But of all my handbags, Prada is the brand I own the most. So I'd like to brand out a bit to see what other brands have to offer.

That being said, is there a specific model you think I should investigate?
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Totally understand! I just did a quick google search for "prada camel" and saw many gorgeous bags. I recall one during their summer sale that was in calf leather.
 
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vink said:
What's your budget? Out of the top of my hat now, it's Dior's Diorrissimo. It looks like your first bag without the gusset.
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I missed your post. Sorry! I'd like to stay under $2500 with this bag (new or pre-owned) but I don't feel I have to spend that much on it to get a great bag.

But, with that price range, I don't think the Diorissimo is an option. But it's a gorgeous minimalist bag with such a cute accent in those charms!
 
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