I noticed that the Florentine satchels are being offered in salmon again. From what I understand, this is a highly collectible color. Of course, they are on pre-order, which signals to me that I may or may not ever receive it lol. Does anyone have one? Would appreciate any thoughts! Thank you, as always!
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Viv: I'll have to check it out. Salmon is a rare color in Florentine. But.... there have been at least 3 iterations.... A) the original soft apricot color called Salmon, B) a bright red/orange color, and in more recent years, C) a brighter light orangey Salmon which can look very neon. I don't know what the 'current' iteration will be like in person (we'll call it version D.)
I have the first soft apricot salmon (A) in the Twist Strap hobo and the third neon salmon (C) a domed satchel. I prefer the color of first verson (A).
The neon version (C) looks like the color was painted on rather than drum dyed into the leather. Just a personal reaction.
I love the Florentine satchel.....but not the opening. It seems there's not much room between opening and the top of handles? I gave away the prettiest color green satchel because of this and I still miss it. Does anyone else have this issue, or is it just me?
Debbini: I know what you are talking about. The distance between the top of the zipper and the
handles is very short, especially on the smaller sized satchels, even the 'regular' size.
The design of the bag is for the top zipper area to soften and fold over, (smile) thus increasing
the distance between the top of the bag and the handles. I hand carry, so once the bag
'smiles' I don't have an issue with the handle. I'm not sure I could get it very far up my arm,
but it's ok for the palm of my hand. I have the 'regular' size satchel (used to be called small)
and the mini size.
I've also seen others double up the long strap by feeding it thru the D rings on the side
and then back across the top of the bag. That way they get a strap for hand carry
or short shoulder.
But the bottom line.... a bag needs to be functional for your needs. Sorry this bag didn't
work for you. It hurts to part with a beautiful handbag.
I just think they are such beautiful bags, scrumptious leather, pretty colors...makes me sad I couldn't get it to work. Thank you for your response.
Deb: they are beautiful. and I have a collection of Dooney Florentine handbags. I rarely carry
them, as they are heavy for me now. Maybe you were the smarter one to let your green Flo handbag go when it didn't work for you. I, on the other hand, keep collecting Flo bags... like pieces
of art.
Nope. I've been on the fence a couple of time about getting the Flo satchel in salmon (just curious about the color IRL), but eventually decided against it due to the price. Even with some of the sales recently, it seems too expensive. I'm trying to wait on any more D&B purchases until the holidays since that seems to be the time with the best sales.
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The prices have been unreal. I even called the outlet in LV. Same price as Dooney.com for satchel, $309 on sale. I was surprised. Better prices on posh and/or eBay, for near new bags. Sadly a sign of the times. Love my flo but will have to be selective and wait for DOD sales. Probably saved me from over spending! 
and every bag I have ordered from d.Com, qvc, and ild have been so pebbled over the last year ! I have returned them all but a red micro that was smooth.
and every bag I have ordered from d.Com, qvc, and ild have been so pebbled over the last year ! I have returned them all but a red micro that was smooth.Thanks! I just saw the Olivia in Florentine for the first time earlier today. I like the barrel style. I don't think I've ever seen it on D&B's site. I was trying to hold out until the holiday for anymore purchases, but I'm tempted with all these new styles and colors!
I'm really loving it. I like how it's a more modern style - you can't go wrong with a barrel bag. Are there certain styles that are exclusive to QVC? Or, do these styles eventually make it to the main sites? And any insight into quality of the D&B on QVC versus the main side or ILD? I've never bought anything actually off QVC.