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#181
For anyone who really enjoys the saddle leathers and classic, rugged looks I'd like to recommend a brand pointed out by @Les Tambours in this thread https://forum.purseblog.com/threads/new-leather-volynka-russian-leather.980969/ (also fascinating reading)

Thank you LT!

They are called Tanner Bates and I'm totally intrigued by their Kip leather. Not just because H is doing something similar at goodness knows how many times the price (I first read about the leather in H's Leather Forever exhibition years ago and now they've been made into actual TDF bags) but I've always liked this rugged look ad rather regret selling my artisan made 1970s saddle bag and brief case 4 years ago in a clear out.

https://www.waremakers.com/gb/shop/search#order_by=popular&productMaker[0]=40
 
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#183
D.S. said:
Someone here mentioned Del Giudice and because they are based in Rome, and that's where I live, I went to check them out the next day and !! I made a special order for Anna 26 with gold hardware in tourmaline colour (it's new for this spring) and it came in under 2 weeks. I absolutely love it, I can not believe it was only 275 euro The quality is on the same level with my high end designer bags! Plus, I emailed with the owner (one of the brothers, as it is a family business) and he was very very View attachment 4054384 nice.
P.s. and you can customize your bags the way you want (add pockets, change hardware color, interior lining and etc) ...I mean... View attachment 4054372
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Just gorgeous!!
 
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#184
I posted this in the mz wallace thread but I'll post it here too.

I'm following mzwallace all the time but the styles and the colors/prints (& weight) haven't done anything for me in thea long time. I'm still gaga for my black smabbey and like my mulberry smelle quite a bit and my little black moto Sophia is a great mini crossbody. Coco is a wonderful small hobo as well and I would try Paige and Bailey in the right color or print. But in the last two years only smelle in mulberry grabbed me enough to pull the trigger.

Although I don't use a diaper bag anymore, I'm still a fan of jujube nylon bags. I have a solid black backpack that is nearly as chic looking as a Tumi voyager Calais for a third of the price, and with insulated side drink pockets and when I pull it out of the washing machine it looks brand new! Likewise my be supplied tote is similar to a Frankie at half the weight and lots of practical features and the same "wash it in the machine and it comes out looking brand new" functionality. And a third of the price as Frankie.

However the jujube prints have always been mostly horrific diaper bag looking monstrosities. Hence my going for solid black and more recently black with cream polka dots (because solid was not an option). But because of the quality, functionality, new styles constantly, and price point I keep checking in with jujube occasionally (unlike mzw which I keep tabs on constantly).

Now it's happened. They've released GORGEOUS PRINTS with beautiful rose gold hardware at their great price point. Even if you only want to try out a pouch for your cosmetics for twenty bucks I highly recommend giving them a shot in one of these two recent release prints that are so so so pretty!!


They seem to be sold out right now in North America and Europe but lots available on eBay for a bit of a premium. Or just wait a month and I'm sure the online store is stocked up.

Oh I should also mention that the resale on eBay is even better for jujube than mzw. I've never lost money owning a jjb and have even bought second hand on eBay and then resold it there a year later for more.IMG_1526566480.937158.jpgIMG_1526566488.374062.jpgIMG_1526566496.912625.jpgIMG_1526566503.482524.jpg
 
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#185
So happy this thread was reccomended to me. I'm looking for a classic chain strap bag. As beautiful as Chanel flap bags and boy bags are, those prices are not, especially with so many more budget concious brands are doing great things. I'd rather spemd my money elsewhere
 
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#189
This is a wonderful thread! I am learning a lot and have so much research to do :) as much as I love my LVs and Chanel I prefer bags that aren’t instantly recognizable.

I don’t think it’s been mentioned on this thread but Longchamp makes gorgeous leather bags (most well know for their nylon le pliage line of course). Prices are very reasonable for the design and quality, and they can be found on sale at major dept stores like Nordstrom. I found a le foulonne tan leather zipped tote around Xmas for $350 that is now one of my favorites and is always just the right addition when I want the functionality of a tote but want to look polished and put together. It’s my “grown up” le pliage tote, which I used to wear when I was younger.
 
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#190
Thanks everyone for your posts and this is a great thread.
Adding Rough and Tumble Bags, handmade in Maine in the U. S.
https://roughandtumbledesign.com

Apparently some of her lambskin leather comes from the same factory Celine and Chloe uses, which I would believe for her soft black leather. I have a Hobo pack in this leather and it's awesome. She just added customisation as well for some of her styles. The saddle brown leather is quite sturdy. I use the inexpensive waxed canvas Market Tote all the time for my kids' water bottles and snacks.

The store is also on Etsy. 29A5407_web_530x.jpg29A5420_web_530x.jpg29A1578_720x.jpg
 
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#191
bernz84 said:
I love this bag and the Ginette! I feel as if the Ginette might be the perfect alternative to my Chanel flap wants. :lol:

I wish more people knew about them. They really aren't well-known and I *think* they will make their bags of different leathers/exotics if the customer wishes.
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For the Delage site, can anyone tell me how to translate into USD? I have searched the entire site...thx
 
#192
Aschu said:
For the Delage site, can anyone tell me how to translate into USD? I have searched the entire site...thx
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You'll need to pay in Euros (your credit card will do it for you), but if you want to know the conversion rate, I'd recommend xe.com.

There may also be a foreign transaction fee, but that is up to your bank.
 
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#193
There are a few German brands that fit this brief, especially Abro, Windsor and Voi. Working backwards, Voi has some cool shapes and colors. Their pebbled leather bags are best, I'm not so crazy about the smooth. Within the pebbled bags, look at some of the less traditionally shaped models: Claire and Carpi, for example. Under 200 euros. https://www.voi-design.de/taschen/?p=1
Windsor's a mid-level choice (priced between $300 and $650), they last a long time, tend to have useful features like generously sized zipped pockets, good quality. I have one of their suede bags and it's very durable and comfortable to wear. https://windsor.de/ch/de/damenmode/...MI5caQpOim2wIVgrfACh3BJguREAAYASAAEgKzFPD_BwE
Abro is very popular here as a bag to carry to work. Lots of women in their 30s and 40s carry them if they decide not to go with premium designers. Most buyers here opt for their woven leather or suede bags. Same price level as Windsor -- but they put things on sale pretty quickly. https://www.fashionette.ch/Abro?p=2
 
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#194
I've been following Make It British, and found two interesting brands, Eyato and Isabella Queens. Prices aren't cheap (~£600 to £1500) but they aren't as high as mainstream brands can be. Both bag brands are made in London, and Isabella Queens has UK leathers. Eyato also offers bespoke services (as well as bespoke shoes and outerwear). Eyato has unique design style, and Isabella Queen more classic.

http://www.eyato.com/bags/4593957926

https://www.isabellaqueen.co.uk/shop/

(A non-bag recommend from Make It British: Elizabeth Martin Tweed has some pretty clothes at great prices!)
 

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#195
I can't believe I forgot to mention Uterque! They make great bags (and shoes) in fun, cool designs. Almost everything is under 300 euros (some a lot under). The only Uterque brick and mortar stores that I know of are in Spain (Uterque is Zara's upscale sister brand) but you can order online from other countries.
https://www.uterque.com/ch/en/bags/view-all-c1748474.html
 
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