Help me decide! Andiamo vs Andiamo Messenger?

[the.gentleman.boyfriend]

I’m a guy and l’ve been eyeing the Andiamo for the longest time, especially the messenger style the came in FW24. Yet the regular Andiamo style just came in silver hardware recently so now I’m torn!

They’re the same price so it really just comes down to style.

Pros of Medium Andiamo Messenger:

• Bigger (26cm*37cm*13cm >>> 25*cm*32cm*11cm; overall feels noticeably bigger than the stats here may suggest)
• More secure due to the flap cover

Pros of Medium Andiamo Regular (in silver hardware)

• Lighter in weight (for reference the Messenger style in small weights about the same as the regular style in medium! The messenger’s flap adds quite a bit of weight)
• Has Certificate of Crafts

Another key difference is that the Andiamo Messenger has an extra, removable strap so you can wear as cross body. This is necessary because the Messenger’s braided strap is much shorter than the regular style’s one that you can only pretty much use it when you hold it as a top handler bag. You can’t wear it as a shoulder bag. So while it has an extra strap, it’s strangely less versatile than than the regular style (messenger = 2 style bag vs regular = 3 style bag), though for me I don’t really use it as shoulder bag.

In addition, the inside of Messenger one is lined with Canvas as opposed to leather, presumably to make it lighter.

Obviously the regular one is more classic so perhaps it’s easier to sell but I don’t really sell bags so that’s not really a factor for me. However, I do like the CoC for that peace of mind.

I liked Andiamo a lot already when it first came out except for the gold hardware so the fact that it comes in silver now is perfect.

Both have an insert/divider.

Help me choose so I can pull the trigger before the next price increase!

 

[texas2015]

This is tough! One other consideration is messenger is calfskin whereas regular is lambskin. So if you plan to use it as a workhorse bag, messenger would be better for that.

 

[the.gentleman.boyfriend]

This is tough! One other consideration is messenger is calfskin whereas regular is lambskin. So if you plan to use it as a workhorse bag, messenger would be better for that.

That’s a good point! I can definitely see myself using it as an everyday bag.

 

[J.T.]

Ufff Though choice here. I really like the look of the messenger, except for how the long strap attaches to the body.
Would probably still opt for the classic. It just looks amazing slouching and casual. Especially in the larger sizes. Also agree that calf wears stronger but never had issues with BV Napa.
I would actually consider what you plan to carry in it and how you intent to wear it? Might better guide you on which is more suitable and gets the most use. Both are excellent choices imo.

 

[Misha333]

Andiamo regular 10000%! Subjectively, I much prefer the look of the classic Andiamo, but the weight would be a deal breaker for me. I wouldn't be willing to take on any additional weight in a bag of this size. It's already a larger bag which means you'll carry more things, any added weight from the flap might become a real nuisance once you start using it.

 

[epistolic]

I am extremely biased but I would say the classic, it just looks so incredibly chic. The messenger style is also gorgeous but the slouchy look of the classic Andiamo is irresistible!

 

[ryrybaby12]

Classic and the smooth leather one is beautiful as well

 

[RT1]

I agree 100% with what @ryrybaby12 says! 💯

 

[the.gentleman.boyfriend]

Ufff Though choice here. I really like the look of the messenger, except for how the long strap attaches to the body.
Would probably still opt for the classic. It just looks amazing slouching and casual. Especially in the larger sizes. Also agree that calf wears stronger but never had issues with BV Napa.
I would actually consider what you plan to carry in it and how you intent to wear it? Might better guide you on which is more suitable and gets the most use. Both are excellent choices imo.

I’ll likely use it as a work bag though I don’t bring much. Perhaps I’ll use it on days I know I’ll shop as well.

 

[the.gentleman.boyfriend]

Classic and the smooth leather one is beautiful as well

The smooth leather of the Messenger is indeed one feature I like about it - almost giving Birkin vibe

 

[the.gentleman.boyfriend]

Andiamo regular 10000%! Subjectively, I much prefer the look of the classic Andiamo, but the weight would be a deal breaker for me. I wouldn't be willing to take on any additional weight in a bag of this size. It's already a larger bag which means you'll carry more things, any added weight from the flap might become a real nuisance once you start using it.

That’s true! I have bigger bags (not BV) and weight is definitely one reason why I might not use them as often

 

[ryrybaby12]

The smooth leather of the Messenger is indeed one feature I like about it - almost giving Birkin vibe

I meant the smooth leather classic not messenger- have you seen it? It is goregous IRL

 

[the.gentleman.boyfriend]

I meant the smooth leather classic not messenger- have you seen it? It is goregous IRL

I’ve seen both IRL and I do like the softer feel of the Lambskin though I feel like it if I use it long enough the calfskin of Messenger will turn soft eventually

 

[texas2015]

I’ll likely use it as a work bag though I don’t bring much. Perhaps I’ll use it on days I know I’ll shop as well.

If you’re using as a work bag your laptop may not fit into the classic! It def doesn’t fit a 13 inch laptop, prob would fit an 11. Messenger is wider and would fit a bigger laptop

 

[ryrybaby12]

I’ve seen both IRL and I do like the softer feel of the Lambskin though I feel like it if I use it long enough the calfskin of Messenger will turn soft eventually

Oh- didn’t realize they were different leathers! They are both gorgeous- can’t go wrong.