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#17,296
mleleigh said:
I'm feeling indecisive. I know that I want something in the light grey Pompei, but the dark grey flat calf is also tempting me.

Maybe a Muse Midi in the light grey Pompei and a Daphne in the dark grey flat calf. I keep thinking that Angelica would be super nice in Pompei, but my everyday bag now is a black vacchetta Angelica and I normally try not repeat styles, although I'm seriously considering it. An Angelica in light grey Pompei would be lovely as well.

It's times like these where I wish could get my hands on the bags for the sake of comparison.
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Hi. We have all been there. Something that I learned is that when I “think maybe an xxxxxxxx” then I know my heart is not in it. When I see a new style and my heart says “gotta have one”. Then that is a wise decision and I am usually happy with the choice. Sorry if this makes your decision harder. We feel your pain. :whut:
 
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It's even hard when working with pictures rather than have the bag in front of you. For example the mod shots of the Alexia make the regular size seem big, but it has the same dimensions as a bag I've been carrying every day for a month and consider it a medium sized bag. Based on that I think the midi would be too small even though in pictures it looks perfect. Colors also look so different from picture to picture. Hope my order comes with swatches.
 
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Kylacove said:
It's even hard when working with pictures rather than have the bag in front of you. For example the mod shots of the Alexia make the regular size seem big, but it has the same dimensions as a bag I've been carrying every day for a month and consider it a medium sized bag. Based on that I think the midi would be too small even though in pictures it looks perfect. Colors also look so different from picture to picture. Hope my order comes with swatches.
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You are correct... the midi is NOT that big. I carry far less than most people do and it is full. And its rigid structure does not have any give to it. Perhaps the stand up handles make
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I use a RFID case, too! DH often make fun of me for being too paranoid. Glad to know I’m not the only one. [emoji16] I only use the RFID wallet when I go on a trip though. I forgot the brand, but I can take a photo for you later. On a daily basis, I use a RFID plate that I bought from a stationary store in Japan in my usual wallet.
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That is very wise of you. It is truly sad that we have to try to stay ahead of the thieves in this world. For $8.99 it is worth the effort!!
 
#17,299
This is random, but I wanted to mention in case it’s helpful to someone. I remember reading a couple pages back that the Alexia was difficult to zip and unzip to the edge due to the zipper extending down into the bag.

Here’s what I did with my Angelica that has an added top zip. I took a small safety pin and attached it from underneath so that the safety pin wire interrupts the zipper track. You can see it in this pic:

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I can now quickly open and close as the safety pin serves as a zipper stop. I don’t have to be careful with how far I open it like before. If anyone is frustrated with their zipper doing this, I highly recommend seeing if you have a safety pin laying around and giving it a try.

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southernbelle43 said:
Agree will try the safety pin.
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Well it took me a while to get the zipper up out of the bag to be able to do this. I have not carried it yet so, I did not know how hard it is to zip when you open it all the way. I also tried to push the sides together and I don’t think a magnet is strong enough to hold it closed. Unless the magnet is attached to the cloth closure, not the sides of the bag, if that makes sense. Thanks, the pin works well but MM may want to tweak this method of closing so it won’t be so frustrating. Otherwise it is a killer bag!
 
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mleleigh said:
This is random, but I wanted to mention in case it’s helpful to someone. I remember reading a couple pages back that the Alexia was difficult to zip and unzip to the edge due to the zipper extending down into the bag.

Here’s what I did with my Angelica that has an added top zip. I took a small safety pin and attached it from underneath so that the safety pin wire interrupts the zipper track. You can see it in this pic:

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I can now quickly open and close as the safety pin serves as a zipper stop. I don’t have to be careful with how far I open it like before. If anyone is frustrated with their zipper doing this, I highly recommend seeing if you have a safety pin laying around and giving it a try.

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This is a very smart idea! Thanks! [emoji1360][emoji1360]
 
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southernbelle43 said:
You are correct... the midi is NOT that big. I carry far less than most people do and it is full. And its rigid structure does not have any give to it. Perhaps the stand up handles make


That is very wise of you. It is truly sad that we have to try to stay ahead of the thieves in this world. For $8.99 it is worth the effort!!
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I’m just super paranoid. I only use one credit card (I do have a back up) and check the statement religiously. I even google myself sometimes. [emoji28]
 
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Kylacove said:
I think I played it too safe and should have ordered this color Aura. It's a WOW.
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Thank you! [emoji4] It’s a lovely colour and very easy to wear, at least in my opinion. The grande Aura is also a great bag! It’s quite big, but not too big, yet still lightweight, at least in pompei leather. I can highly recommend it! [emoji4]

I love the bag so much that I’d love to have it in another colour.. It would be gorgeous in new mauve leather! But now it’s time to save some money.. [emoji6]
 
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Taimi said:
Thank you! [emoji4] It’s a lovely colour and very easy to wear, at least in my opinion. The grande Aura is also a great bag! It’s quite big, but not too big, yet still lightweight, at least in pompei leather. I can highly recommend it! [emoji4]

I love the bag so much that I’d love to have it in another colour.. It would be gorgeous in new mauve leather! But now it’s time to save some money.. [emoji6]
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You have the Grande Aura too? Can we see please. :flowers:
 
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