The only thing I don't like is the feather fob is studded with gold studs and the ball chain is way too thin for all the charms ( it looks like it could break). I don't understand this, and I feel this sort of cheapens the look but then again it also doesn't pop with the black bag anyway unlike the blue or other colors. I'll be looking for a sturdier ball chain, I think!
Does anyone have the LARGE AND SMALL DAKOTAH to post size comparison pic?
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I am pretty sure that wallet will fit in the small. I don't do small bags well because I usually have regular glasses and prescription sunnies with me because I can't wear contacts. Everything fit fine in the small. It is surprisingly roomy and because it isn't structured, it fits more than my regular Boroughs.
I looked up the three bags that are large enough for my wallet: Annabelle, Willis, and penny. Here are the dimensions:
I think the large Dakota is similar to Legacy Patricia: 11 1/2" (L) x 8 3/4" (H) x 4 1/4" (W)
This size works on me but I am 5'9 tall.
I think the small Dakota would be great on you. If I get one , I would even buy the smaller size for me if strap is long enough.
I have legacy color block Patricia. Because Patricia is a stiffer leather, more structured with a turn lock closure flap: it hangs completely different and neater. Large Dakotah 'buckles' in the middle and 'sags' at the bottom.
Wow it is almost identical in size! Amazing how a few minor styling details and leather can make such a huge difference.
I imagined the bag having a more 70s boho vibe like in this pic, the large looks like a messenger bag to me/on me.
Wow it is almost identical in size! Amazing how a few minor styling details and leather can make such a huge difference.
I imagined the bag having a more 70s boho vibe like in this pic, the large looks like a messenger bag to me/on me.
^Yeah, the shape and structure always make a difference! That's a nice bag.
The curb-chain gives the Dakotah a little structure, but it's still a bit floppy unless you fill it up. That's why the smaller size is better, and the fringe is even more structured, but that feels like a little thicker leather too I noticed (and heavier). The one thing I didn't like about the Rhyders was the lack of structure and how the bottom of the bag looked with stuff in it... or it would be something I would have to get used to (unless I could use a purse organizer, which I sometimes do in bags).
Another problem I had with the larger size Dakotah is strap length. Because he tapered the strap, it's impossible to punch any add'l holes to shorten the length, and I didn't like the length on me at all. It was ok xbody, but as a shoulder bag, not so much, and I rarely carry any bag xbody. I probably could have pulled off the larger bag with a shorter strap, I think, but I didn't like the look at all like that. The shortest length on the smaller Dakotah is ok for me. IMO both the proportion of the bag and strap length are great.
Don't stress it. Just try it, especially if you really don't like the one you have! I have so many bags I tried to make work for me over the years, and most of them still have the tags on them! I said no more! It's truly a waste of money, and if the company is in the toilet anyway, it's an even bigger waste, kwim??
The curb-chain gives the Dakotah a little structure, but it's still a bit floppy unless you fill it up. That's why the smaller size is better, and the fringe is even more structured, but that feels like a little thicker leather too I noticed (and heavier). The one thing I didn't like about the Rhyders was the lack of structure and how the bottom of the bag looked with stuff in it... or it would be something I would have to get used to (unless I could use a purse organizer, which I sometimes do in bags).
Another problem I had with the larger size Dakotah is strap length. Because he tapered the strap, it's impossible to punch any add'l holes to shorten the length, and I didn't like the length on me at all. It was ok xbody, but as a shoulder bag, not so much, and I rarely carry any bag xbody. I probably could have pulled off the larger bag with a shorter strap, I think, but I didn't like the look at all like that. The shortest length on the smaller Dakotah is ok for me. IMO both the proportion of the bag and strap length are great.
Don't stress it. Just try it, especially if you really don't like the one you have! I have so many bags I tried to make work for me over the years, and most of them still have the tags on them! I said no more! It's truly a waste of money, and if the company is in the toilet anyway, it's an even bigger waste, kwim??
I want to make sure I'm completely happy with this one. Like you, I have several I bought and they just don't work. They have tags cut off, but I rarely use: red Kira, red patent embossed Madeline, siggy lime green/graphite large Sabrina. I don't like to use the long strap and don't want to carry in my hand or on forearm.
Oh gosh, Kira is HUUUUUUGGGEEEE to me at this point, lol!
I don't use the long straps on those either. I almost always carried satchels in the past and mostly on my arm unless the handles fit on my shoulder. However, then I got used to carrying bags like the RM mini Mac and mini Elle on the shoulder, and I realized these are so easy to deal with. I hate it when I can't get through aisles or people bump my bag...or I can't find a place to put it (since I don't put my bags on the floor). I decided I love small, so now Bridgits are the PERFECT size!! Truly glad I never got rid of those!
