Massaccesi Handbags
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HI there. Welcome to Massacchesi world. I am excited for you to get an MM purse. When you first open the box and then the bag and see and smell that leather, you will be hooked. The quality and especially the leather are unsurpassed. Keep us informed about what you order and show us some pictures when it arrives. We love to share your excitement. And feel free to ask any questions. Also, if you have time go back through the posts...there is a wealth of information in there. I spent a couple of months reading hundreds of posts which enabled me to purchase my first bag feeling very confident about it even though I had never seen or touched the leathers. And when it arrived it was everything I had hoped for and more!!! The only mistake I ever made was not paying attention to sizes. I ordered one that was absolutely HUGE and am still laughing about it. Gave it to my daughter. And I ordered another that was too small for what I carry. As another poster on here reminded me, I feel in love with the leather and did not pay attention to the size. Have fun!!
Thank you for the welcome. I've been reading but still not clear on the pros and cons of the leathers. It also seems that not all colors come in all leathers. My perfect bag doesn't puddle but isn't stiff either. I prefer it to weigh no more than 2.5lbs so it's not to heavy when I put in what I need to carry all day. Prefer shoulder or crossbody to hand carry. Best size is usually 12-14 "W x 9" H x 5-6" D. Should I just email that to Marco?
Angelica or Divina Midi would be a good style for you based on those dimensions. If you want a structured, but lightweight leather I would recommend Pompei or flat calf. Pompei is more matte whereas flat calf is more glossy depending on your preference. Both are good for structure without puddling and lightweight.
Also, each leather does come in different colors so you’ll notice the swatch names are different depending on leather selection. The website does not list every leather as available for every bag, even though you can order most of them in any leather with a few exceptions (e.g. vacchetta is not available on some of the small bags due to its thickness).
You can check out our leather customization thread which has a lot of info, although some of the recent leathers that came out aren’t on there yet (like glitter Pompei):
https://forum.purseblog.com/threads/massaccesi-leather-customization-reference-thread.975530/
Daphne is a wonderful bag too. Marco will be very helpful if you email as a new customer ( or old) he will help you to make good decisions. And yes, just wait until you get that first box with a lovely bag designed for you.
This photo actually makes my heart skip. I really want a platinum. Time to think of the model.
I am feeling constrained by this sale 
. 20% is great but none of the styles are currently on my radar - I realized that mini Muse is adorable, but just not for me. At the same time, 10% off the styles I want is not really worth it. Most first world problem ever, I know.
. 20% is great but none of the styles are currently on my radar - I realized that mini Muse is adorable, but just not for me. At the same time, 10% off the styles I want is not really worth it. Most first world problem ever, I know.
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Ladies, if you have dark gunmetal hardware (especially any of the bag styles with removable straps), how has your hardware held up? Have you had any chipping / scratching / flaking / peeling of the hardware, etc? I know it can be a common problem with dark gunmetal / black hardwares generally, and I'm wondering how MM's dark gunmetal wears?
I'm considering getting dark gunmetal with one of the Penelope Messenger combinations I've been thinking of, but I prefer to make the strap on the Penny M removable -- so I'd really appreciate hearing from anyone who has dark gunmetal in a style with a removable strap, that is regularly used! The regular contact that the strap clips will have with the D-rings/hardware on the bag seems like a higher risk factor for wear, so I'm really curious to hear your experiences with MM's dark gunmetal...
TIA!
I'm considering getting dark gunmetal with one of the Penelope Messenger combinations I've been thinking of, but I prefer to make the strap on the Penny M removable -- so I'd really appreciate hearing from anyone who has dark gunmetal in a style with a removable strap, that is regularly used! The regular contact that the strap clips will have with the D-rings/hardware on the bag seems like a higher risk factor for wear, so I'm really curious to hear your experiences with MM's dark gunmetal...
TIA!
Totally understandable!I am feeling constrained by this sale
I'm only being tempted because I had already been contemplating some of the styles that qualify for the 20% off (plus with the free lining upgrade) -- if it was 10% off instead, I'd pretty easily sit this one out, I think... Especially when the general sales do still come around, albeit that maybe we have to wait a bit longer! 
Sure.. He will answer. That is how I bought my first bag. I told Collette (who does not take orders now) now that I liked the look of the Selene but had to have a leather that was lightweight and sturdy. She recommended Merinos leather which I bought and I still love it. But to be honest I love MM bags so much now I do not care how much they weigh, I will drag them around
Ladies, if you have dark gunmetal hardware (especially any of the bag styles with removable straps), how has your hardware held up? Have you had any chipping / scratching / flaking / peeling of the hardware, etc? I know it can be a common problem with dark gunmetal / black hardwares generally, and I'm wondering how MM's dark gunmetal wears?
I'm considering getting dark gunmetal with one of the Penelope Messenger combinations I've been thinking of, but I prefer to make the strap on the Penny M removable -- so I'd really appreciate hearing from anyone who has dark gunmetal in a style with a removable strap, that is regularly used! The regular contact that the strap clips will have with the D-rings/hardware on the bag seems like a higher risk factor for wear, so I'm really curious to hear your experiences with MM's dark gunmetal...
TIA!
starkfan. I have a penny messenger with a detachable strap and dark gunmetal. After I read your post I looked at it, and it is in excellent shape. I am only 5’2 and asked for a shorter and adjustable strap so MM made it totally customized and I can use the longer strap for shoulder or crossbody, or shorter one to carry at my wrist. I have two other penny’s but this modification makes this one perfect. 
Oo - tough question! I admit to loving the front pocket on my midi Divinas - which is similar to the pocket on Athena, if my memory is correct. Would that be a good feature for you or not needed?