I don't find the current Coach line at all like Dooney and Bourke. Maybe some would draw a parallel because of the floral patterned bags, and sometimes Dooney does bags in various patterns? Still don't see a close correlation. At all.
Since Vevers started, I think the designs have gotten a little edgier and the leather a little less lucious, which is a shame because one of the things I've always loved about Coach has been their superior leather quality at reasonable cost. I also like that they're as all-American a brand as you can get (even if made in China, which is unfortunate- wish they'd bring production back State-side).
That said, there are some aspects of the new edginess that I enjoy. For instance, I've acquired a gunmetal Ryder 33 (which has worn like IRON, let me tell you! LOVE this bag!), a large Dakotah (again, love the leather and the fringe reminds me of a fabulous cross between a flapper dress and the classic West- both of which I love), and now a colorblock Swagger in ginger/black metal. I am THRILLED by these bags.
In the past, I have been thrilled by many more bags at Coach simultaneosly. But there is still something for me at this brand, and I won't abandon it preemptively. I have branched out to several additional brands, which have made me happy, though the price for the quality of bag is no comparison to what I have experienced at Coach (and still do, to an extent).
I'm hoping Vevers can turn this brand around and take it back to its roots-- classic design, and above all, gorgeous leather expertly crafted. And at a reasonable price!
