I own the Metallic Gold from the fall and it is VERY slouchy... Literally puddles, when set down. I love it. Maybe my favorite bag. Love the Caroline shape and styles. I also own the Teal & the Python from this Spring. The Teal is very stiff still and the Python is a nice medium to light stiffness. I have been a little hesitant to get another, but after seeing whats coming, I can't NOT get. I love the Aubergine, and even tempted by the Black...I do like the the stiffness factor varies from bag to bag. If it didn't I am unsure I would buy the same style over and over again.