Thanks so much SSSSM

. I don’t want to dissuade/offend anyone on this Alma. It
is a beautiful bag but I didn’t “feel” it when I saw it. That’s just me though. I didn’t preorder it but got excited the day before launch when I saw IG pics (gosh darn the enabling IG

). My SA happened to have one available on launch day so I rushed down there. I think I am just not crazy about the colored braided handles personally — I know they are considered to be a special feature loved by many (I may be in the minority on this). I feel like I wouldn’t want to put a bandeau on it for fear of snagging it. I would have liked it more if they made the handles plain (or even braided) in a solid cream color but I know that would make it more likely to get dirty. I guess I like the cleaner look of the Croisette (even though it is not a classic like the Alma). I think you (anyone) should go look at it for yourself if you are considering it and decide for yourself

. My opinion may be different than most.