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#661
averagejoe said:
All hardware finishes can show scratches over time. Even silver hardware, as it is often plated to give it that incredibly smooth and even finish. It doesn't matter if it is made by Chanel, Hermes, or Dior.

Dior can replace the metal hardware if it becomes very scratched, although they may charge a fee. This includes the matte hardware.

I really like the new ruthenium hardware on the black lambskin, although the ultra matte black is beautiful as well. Perhaps the ruthenium one is a better buy in my opinion, because it is essentially the classic Lady Dior, but with a surprising hardware choice.
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Thanks so much averagejoe. I have appreciated your posts, particularly the one about the genesis amd history of the LD. Yes, all hardware scratches and for me minor scratches usually just feel a sign of normal wear and love of our bags. The matte I was more concerned about showing white or bright underneath black, but it seems not to be a big problem. Glad to know Dior will replace if it is a large problem. And I was surprised at ruthenium hw as well - I looked this weekend and no ruthenium listed, and when I looked back yesterday it was there. A new option apparently.

Now the hard (fun) part - which to choose! Really like them both (and of course many more!). Thanks again.
 
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#662
DrTr said:
… Yes, I am an H lover for life, but the LD has always drawn me and I want to make an informed decision.…
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Happy to help! :smile: I just wanted to add that if everyday/frequent use is the designated purpose of the future LD, please don’t go lambskin. Unless you‘re ready to really baby the bag. And it’s harder to baby the medium LD. And you’ll definitely (!) need twillys for both handles in lambskin (imho twillys make the already feminine LD just ‘bit too much). If you’re not dead-set on full black, check out the “canon de fusil” - it is the current seasonal (winter 20/21 to be precise) release in calfskin in dark metallic gunpowder with classic metal HW. It is edgy but overall a more classic LD look than the Ultramatte due to the classic HW. This type of colour should be quite durable (like metallic carpaint compared to solid) and it is not a coating like UM.
Also, Dior stores have stock from previous seasons that is not currently shown online on Dior.com. Just call the store and ask - Dior stuff are usually very friendly and helpful, you don’t need to get “your” SA beforehand for a communication of this kind. They can also whatsapp you pictures of the bag you’re interested in.
And regarding HW replacement: even if it is deemed “normal wear&tear” or “user’s mistake”, we are talking just around a couple hundred euro (!). The prices may have gone up, but still nothing to cry over.
 
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#663
Roses&Lillies said:
Happy to help! :smile: I just wanted to add that if everyday/frequent use is the designated purpose of the future LD, please don’t go lambskin. Unless you‘re ready to really baby the bag. And it’s harder to baby the medium LD. And you’ll definitely (!) need twillys for both handles in lambskin (imho twillys make the already feminine LD just ‘bit too much). If you’re not dead-set on full black, check out the “canon de fusil” - it is the current seasonal (winter 20/21 to be precise) release in calfskin in dark metallic gunpowder with classic metal HW. It is edgy but overall a more classic LD look than the Ultramatte due to the classic HW. This type of colour should be quite durable (like metallic carpaint compared to solid) and it is not a coating like UM.
Also, Dior stores have stock from previous seasons that is not currently shown online on Dior.com. Just call the store and ask - Dior stuff are usually very friendly and helpful, you don’t need to get “your” SA beforehand for a communication of this kind. They can also whatsapp you pictures of the bag you’re interested in.
And regarding HW replacement: even if it is deemed “normal wear&tear” or “user’s mistake”, we are talking just around a couple hundred euro (!). The prices may have gone up, but still nothing to cry over.
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Thanks so much. I fell in love with the ultramatte last year, knew black was it for a Dior bag, evaluated yesterday and ordered one early this morning. I absolutely love twillys (mitzahs - always think of these scarves as twillys) on just about anything in one way or another so got those too! I appreciate everyone’s help, and will post pics when she’s arrived! Once I’m traveling again it will be great to visit boutiques. Can’t wait to join the Lady club. Thanks again to all that offered help opinions and thoughts - tpf is great that way. Now I just need the tracking # to show up as it should arrive tomorrow. :flowers:
 
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#664
dreaming about picking up a small lady dior in a light color like the blush pink, fard, or steel grey. Have there been issues with color transfer? TIA! If anyone has mod shots of how they style the bag for casual day to day wear would love to see also!
 
#665
Got the new small Lady Dior in black lambskin with ruthenium hardware from my local boutique yesterday, my first Dior purchase ever! I've wanted a Lady Dior for a while but never bought one because I wanted lambskin (and not matte calfskin) and didn't feel like the gold hardware was my style, until I saw this combo pop up on the website last week :loveeyes: I'm a huge fan of ruthenium hardware so it was love at first sight! I feel like it tones down the girlyness of the bag and makes it look more modern
 

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#666
peach36 said:
Got the new small Lady Dior in black lambskin with ruthenium hardware from my local boutique yesterday, my first Dior purchase ever! I've wanted a Lady Dior for a while but never bought one because I wanted lambskin (and not matte calfskin) and didn't feel like the gold hardware was my style, until I saw this combo pop up on the website last week :loveeyes: I'm a huge fan of ruthenium hardware so it was love at first sight! I feel like it tones down the girlyness of the bag and makes it look more modern
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Wow!!! She’s a beauty! I’m eagerly awaiting my first Dior too (long bad saga, ordering online with Dior’s site has been a nightmare, was supposed to receive my bag last Thursday, MAY get it by this Friday when I hope to join the club!) - and your combination was narrowly edged out for me by the ultramatte all black black hardware combination. I saw the all black last year and fell in love, but how grand you found ruthenium just as it came out! I found it Wednesday and was shocked last week. But ruthenium is great - not bright and shiny like silver, but still a nice contrast. Love modern and edgy, your bag is such a classic with a modern edge. Hope you enjoy and congratulations!! Absolutely love your new perfect bag! :love:
 
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DrTr said:
Wow!!! She’s a beauty! I’m eagerly awaiting my first Dior too (long bad saga, ordering online with Dior’s site has been a nightmare, was supposed to receive my bag last Thursday, MAY get it by this Friday when I hope to join the club!) - and your combination was narrowly edged out for me by the ultramatte all black black hardware combination. I saw the all black last year and fell in love, but how grand you found ruthenium just as it came out! I found it Wednesday and was shocked last week. But ruthenium is great - not bright and shiny like silver, but still a nice contrast. Love modern and edgy, your bag is such a classic with a modern edge. Hope you enjoy and congratulations!! Absolutely love your new perfect bag! :love:
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That's crazy that shipping is taking so long! The black on black is super cute, I'm sure you'll love it!!
 
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peach36 said:
That's crazy that shipping is taking so long! The black on black is super cute, I'm sure you'll love it!!
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Thank you - it is totally crazy the shipping so delayed and it’s a weird convoluted boring story :P I do love your bag - for a crazy moment I thought why not get both:biggrin: glad you were able to get it with your SA and thanks for sharing your lovely new lady:heart:
 
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Just a quick update, won’t be joining the Lady club after all right now. The online process at Dior was a giant mess, won’t bore everyone with the dreary details, but I cancelled the order after 10 days. Thanks for welcoming me and answering my questions, and I will pop in periodically to see everyone’s lovelies and maybe will have a chance to visit a boutique soon. Enjoy your Lady’s!
 
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