My bad, I was thinking of a different indie brand I was checking out recently that had bag weights listed nicely. I agree, I think it absolutely should be disclosed!
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That's a cool looking bag! It is interesting that your bag also doesn't fit as much as it's size would suggest. My Ode seemed so small inside even though the bag was about 16 x 13. I am still bitter that I ended up spending like $150 total for shipping and returning.Got my preowned Cesaire bag today and have to put it this way - if I were to get it on sale or full price, I would not be the happiest customer. But I will start with the good! The bag that I got is I believe an older version of a similar style they currently have.
It is a very stylish bag - certainly, one does not see that sort of feminine and creative bag every day.
The leather is nice - thick, with a good body to it. It reminds me of MM pebbled, but with a more organic texture.
The metal element is amazing - it has a great feel of stylish chunky jewelry to it.
The bag feels pretty comfortable on the shoulder and closure is secure.
Now with the less good.
The bag is heavy as hell and actually doesn’t fit a whole lot (still quite a bit, but less than its size would suggest) .
The metal element actually clangs, because it is so heavy.
Leather will most definitely take on some color transfer, unlike MM aftermentioned pebbled, because it feels quite porous.
The bag I got is not new, but it definitely was not worn a whole lot. However, edge paint is cracked significantly.
Overall, for the absurd price I got this bag for I am quite happy with this objectively stylish and unique looking bag that would do well in the summer with a light dress and a cool hat. But honestly, for the price they command, I would rather go with Polene or Les Ateliers Auguste as far as indie French brands go
This Is the Del Giudice Anna 26. I cannot stop carrying this bag. It is not a premier designer bag by any means but there is something about it that grabs me.
TotinScience pointed out that it looks a lot like an Hermes Kelly so maybe this is me pretending I have an Hermes, lol.
Got my preowned Cesaire bag today and have to put it this way - if I were to get it on sale or full price, I would not be the happiest customer. But I will start with the good! The bag that I got is I believe an older version of a similar style they currently have.
It is a very stylish bag - certainly, one does not see that sort of feminine and creative bag every day.
The leather is nice - thick, with a good body to it. It reminds me of MM pebbled, but with a more organic texture.
The metal element is amazing - it has a great feel of stylish chunky jewelry to it.
The bag feels pretty comfortable on the shoulder and closure is secure.
Now with the less good.
The bag is heavy as hell and actually doesn’t fit a whole lot (still quite a bit, but less than its size would suggest) .
The metal element actually clangs, because it is so heavy.
Leather will most definitely take on some color transfer, unlike MM aftermentioned pebbled, because it feels quite porous.
The bag I got is not new, but it definitely was not worn a whole lot. However, edge paint is cracked significantly.
Overall, for the absurd price I got this bag for I am quite happy with this objectively stylish and unique looking bag that would do well in the summer with a light dress and a cool hat. But honestly, for the price they command, I would rather go with Polene or Les Ateliers Auguste as far as indie French brands go
It's such a cool looking bag.
Not even thinking about the price you paid, would you say that the positives outweigh (no pun intended) the negs?
I can imagine this being a great model for people who like that clean modern look but also like strong design features.I seethe Neosellier model is similar but without so much hardware.
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Sorry that the size didn't work for you. Hobos would need to be bigger for me too.
Lots of recommendations for Cesaire.
Good to know there's a consistency over their range
I am really enjoying this Cesaire. Clutches don’t work for me, but this bag is the best of both worlds. I carry it as a clutch, but if I need to have my hands free the handle is there. Plus it is large enough to carry what I need.
I'd say yes, just because it's a very unique looking bag and is the most feminine bag I own (I mean it as a good thing). I am glad they replaced the clangy chain with a leather strap for the newer model, it makes more sense with this size bag.
It's a good variation on a clutch bag. I like clutches with chain options too
Well, my Cesaire return could not be going any worse. It is not passing customs, tracking says invoice or customs document missing even though I included both. Anyone know how to contact customs in France?
And Cesaire is now saying that they will deduct any customs fees from my refund if they are charged any. Just fabulous...
Edit: For some reason customs is saying that the package wasn't marked as a return even though I have a copy of the customs form and it says "returned goods". I sent a copy to Cesaire showing that it was marked correctly because Cesaire is saying that I didn't mark it as a return. Sigh.
Edit: For some reason customs is saying that the package wasn't marked as a return even though I have a copy of the customs form and it says "returned goods". I sent a copy to Cesaire showing that it was marked correctly because Cesaire is saying that I didn't mark it as a return. Sigh.
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I am so sorry this has happened to you. Keep harping away at these people and hopefully you will wear them down.
I saw this brand on one of my friends couple of days ago and thought I would mention it here.
https://fetichebrand.ru/eng/
It's a Russian brand but they have international shipping and the website is also available in English.
My friend had this smaller one but it's not available anymore. Apparently, it was some kind of collaboration. Very unfortunate as I love the design.
@southernbelle43 I read about how you enjoy your Del Giudice Sofia, I have it too and I enjoy carrying it as well. My only problem is that I overstuffed it a lot and now it's not in it's best shape. But that was my mistake, really.
https://fetichebrand.ru/eng/
It's a Russian brand but they have international shipping and the website is also available in English.
My friend had this smaller one but it's not available anymore. Apparently, it was some kind of collaboration. Very unfortunate as I love the design.
@southernbelle43 I read about how you enjoy your Del Giudice Sofia, I have it too and I enjoy carrying it as well. My only problem is that I overstuffed it a lot and now it's not in it's best shape. But that was my mistake, really.