I'm not surprised they are going to be discontinued. I almost bought a Mercer when they were 50% off but I wasn't wowed. I think the style is very functional though. With the pretty metallic color and the stars, I think it might elevate the bag enough to wow me.I wish I'd known you were interested in that one. I would have taken pics for you. All the metallics are pretty. Btw, I was told the Mercer is going to be discontinued as well as the Drifter after the holiday season.