Kate Spade Kate Spade Brantley & Lacey Reveal

[PenelopeP]

Received my Charles Street Brantley in Dark N Stormy today - It exceeds my expectations! I was able to get the handles to fold down and the long strap is just right to wear on my shoulder (on the shortest setting). It's very roomy but not overwhelmingly large. Also pictured is the Cedar Street Leopard Lacey wallet. Purchased these from the online sale (extra 25% off sale items). I was under the impression that these were final sale items, but my invoice included a pre-paid return label. I won't be returning them though!

 

[knightal]

Thanks so much for your reveal. Did you use any special techniques to fold handles down? I tried in the store and couldn't manage to do it. And once folded down, is it difficult to pull them up again? I would definitely get one if the joints were flexible. Thanks!

 

[PenelopeP]

Thanks so much for your reveal. Did you use any special techniques to fold handles down? I tried in the store and couldn't manage to do it. And once folded down, is it difficult to pull them up again? I would definitely get one if the joints were flexible. Thanks!

It took some coaxing to get the handles down, but I think with use they will be more flexible. I put a little pressure where the handle leather meets the bag leather and manipulated it to where I wanted the handle to lay. I didn't have a problem pulling them up again, but I don't think they will ever be loose because it's a tight fit. It's such a pretty bag, and I expect the leather will get more relaxed with use.

 

[ilikesunshine]

It took some coaxing to get the handles down, but I think with use they will be more flexible. I put a little pressure where the handle leather meets the bag leather and manipulated it to where I wanted the handle to lay. I didn't have a problem pulling them up again, but I don't think they will ever be loose because it's a tight fit. It's such a pretty bag, and I expect the leather will get more relaxed with use.

Yay! So glad you like it and the cross body works

 

[PenelopeP]

Yay! So glad you like it and the cross body works

Thank you!

 

[knightal]

It took some coaxing to get the handles down, but I think with use they will be more flexible. I put a little pressure where the handle leather meets the bag leather and manipulated it to where I wanted the handle to lay. I didn't have a problem pulling them up again, but I don't think they will ever be loose because it's a tight fit. It's such a pretty bag, and I expect the leather will get more relaxed with use.

Thanks for your reply. Enjoy your bag!