Was Toledo just a collection line of their bags? Toscana was a collection line too, right?
Was Florentine leather used in these lines?
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Was Florentine leather used in these lines?
This is sold, but look at the color on this bag. This is one of my Flo unicorns right now.
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Great question…. I thought it was toledo leather, different than Florentine. Something in the way it’s treated. looks feels and acts different than Florentine vachetta leather. Toscana no idea
Understanding 'leather' is complicated, and so is the naming of
collections. Dooney uses the terminology Florentine leather
and Florentine Leather Collection somewhat interchangeably to
describe the source of the leather (Italian) and the way the leather
is processed, treated, dyed.
It seems that in some collections the term Florentine leather is used
to describe the source of the leather and some of the techniques used
to process the leather. But in these collections there might be other
methods used to enhance/alter the surface of the leather....
a high sheen finish, buffing, or even a light coating, or even the dying process.
These collections often get a specific name, but the description/marketing refers to Florentine leather. That makes it easy to assume it's the same as the leather in the Florentine leather collection.... but in reality, changes in the way the leather is processed,
even if it's only in the final stages, can affect how the leather will look and wear,
and it's characteristics (spotting, scratching, etc.)
I have several Toscana handbags made of Florentine leather. They are beautiful...
however they scratch (and there is no buffing out scratches) and I've gotten
water spots which never fade. The surface of the Toscana leather is smooth,
which leads me to believe it was buffed. I don't know what else is different
about the leather processing.
I don't own any Toledo collection. As I recall it's a high shine leather. Again,
the processing of the leather must have some differences compared to the
way the Florentine Collection is processed. I would also guess that scratches
can't be buffed out on the Toledo collection.
collections. Dooney uses the terminology Florentine leather
and Florentine Leather Collection somewhat interchangeably to
describe the source of the leather (Italian) and the way the leather
is processed, treated, dyed.
It seems that in some collections the term Florentine leather is used
to describe the source of the leather and some of the techniques used
to process the leather. But in these collections there might be other
methods used to enhance/alter the surface of the leather....
a high sheen finish, buffing, or even a light coating, or even the dying process.
These collections often get a specific name, but the description/marketing refers to Florentine leather. That makes it easy to assume it's the same as the leather in the Florentine leather collection.... but in reality, changes in the way the leather is processed,
even if it's only in the final stages, can affect how the leather will look and wear,
and it's characteristics (spotting, scratching, etc.)
I have several Toscana handbags made of Florentine leather. They are beautiful...
however they scratch (and there is no buffing out scratches) and I've gotten
water spots which never fade. The surface of the Toscana leather is smooth,
which leads me to believe it was buffed. I don't know what else is different
about the leather processing.
I don't own any Toledo collection. As I recall it's a high shine leather. Again,
the processing of the leather must have some differences compared to the
way the Florentine Collection is processed. I would also guess that scratches
can't be buffed out on the Toledo collection.
I have one Toledo mail satchel In Bordeaux and it’s super thick. It scratches and it does buff out to a certain extent but the scratch is still there. Maybe if I buffed it with the dust bag it would blend better. the color is sooooooo vibrant especially in the sun. It literally glows beautifully
I took my Ivy mini on her first trip this morning. Had to get my truck emissions tested before I can get the plate sticker and I decided to stop at Meier grocery store. I must say she is the perfect crossbody! Comfortable and compact, fitting nicely against the body with no shoulder strap cutting. I normally don’t do crossbody because I have neck issues, a plate and four screws keeping my head attached to my body.
anyways I am really glad I got this size. There was no Tetris when it came to paying for my purchases at checkout. The opening was great and I could see everything. No problem getting to my skinny case to count out my cash. I didn’t have to take it out to count out my bills and getting to my coin purse was easy peasy.
Loving this Ivy mini
im looking at the strap and I noticed it’s a 2 part strap and both sides of it are Ivy. In fact most of the bags I have both sides of the strap are the same color as the bag. I have seen some straps where the top is the same color as the bag and the underside is natural. Anyone know why some straps are 2 toned like that?
anyways I am really glad I got this size. There was no Tetris when it came to paying for my purchases at checkout. The opening was great and I could see everything. No problem getting to my skinny case to count out my cash. I didn’t have to take it out to count out my bills and getting to my coin purse was easy peasy.
Loving this Ivy mini
im looking at the strap and I noticed it’s a 2 part strap and both sides of it are Ivy. In fact most of the bags I have both sides of the strap are the same color as the bag. I have seen some straps where the top is the same color as the bag and the underside is natural. Anyone know why some straps are 2 toned like that?
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Glad your Ivy Flo Mini was a success!
As for the strap color.... I don't know if they leave the underside undyed to
streamline the production process (cost savings) or if it wears better or
stays on the shoulder better or just eliminates the risk of color transfer?
Or is it just a style decision?
Thank you for your response.
I really wish they were a bit more transparent about their leather collections.
You are going strong. Enjoy your new Flo handbag.
It's the same style you have and love in another color....brown?
Yes I have it in chestnut. I asked the question the other day about multiples of the same bag. I want this in every color. I love it. I find it so functiona, roomy, and beautiful. When I got this one the seller just so,d one in crimson. i would have grabbed both.
NOT MY PHOTO BUT….
this is one of the new Florentine satchel 30 in brown tmoro… what are your thoughts?
im looking like how could you justify shipping this to someone? She said it had a white coating on it and the back is just atrocious! So what the bag is on sale for the holidays….
someone else said their bag came in the SAME condition and she immediately sent it back and re- ordered…
if they had this at the outlet and it looked good I would have considered this style, the smaller of the newest Florentine satchels…
just shaking my head. Please zoom in and LOOK AT THIS!
this is one of the new Florentine satchel 30 in brown tmoro… what are your thoughts?
im looking like how could you justify shipping this to someone? She said it had a white coating on it and the back is just atrocious! So what the bag is on sale for the holidays….
someone else said their bag came in the SAME condition and she immediately sent it back and re- ordered…
if they had this at the outlet and it looked good I would have considered this style, the smaller of the newest Florentine satchels…
just shaking my head. Please zoom in and LOOK AT THIS!
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I’m wondering if this is why the 30 & 38 are in ILD … 🤨