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What was your first choice and what was suggested?

I inquired for Aquila matte. I love mine since I got it, but just get the chance to take it out a couple days ago and I just He said it’s out now. [emoji31][emoji31][emoji31] He suggest Tuscania instead. Not that I don’t like Tuscania, but it’s a little bit unexpected. Will it be as chewy?
 
I inquired for Aquila matte. I love mine since I got it, but just get the chance to take it out a couple days ago and I just He said it’s out now. [emoji31][emoji31][emoji31] He suggest Tuscania instead. Not that I don’t like Tuscania, but it’s a little bit unexpected. Will it be as chewy?
Are all the Aquilas sold out? I don't think I would settle for Tuscania if you were wanting Aquila. I don't have either, but they seem quite different.
 
I inquired for Aquila matte. I love mine since I got it, but just get the chance to take it out a couple days ago and I just He said it’s out now. [emoji31][emoji31][emoji31] He suggest Tuscania instead. Not that I don’t like Tuscania, but it’s a little bit unexpected. Will it be as chewy?

I agree with tenKrat, better to hold off when what you desire is not available.
 
Are all the Aquilas sold out? I don't think I would settle for Tuscania if you were wanting Aquila. I don't have either, but they seem quite different.

I don’t know. I inquired about the navy blue Aquila matte, which he said is sold out. He then suggested Tuscania instead. He said “Tuscania and Aquila are extremely similar items”

I believe he suggested based on color? But I doubt that they’re similar in term of the feeling I’ll get when using. [emoji848]

I really love my Aquila matte and now I’m very sad I got on the wagon so late that when I realize I want more of it, it’s now sold out.
 
I hope I have not angered Marco. I emailed him earlier this week about the possibility of him sourcing a color of nappa that is not carried. I haven’t heard back so I am hoping that it just got lost in his Inbox. I know I have a lot of special requests, but it is so exciting to work with the designer and be able to customize a bag.

I think he’s just busy. They have a promo this weekend and he’ll probably have to answer all the inquiries regarding those first since there maybe lots of questions about those, too.
 
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I don’t know. I inquired about the navy blue Aquila matte, which he said is sold out. He then suggested Tuscania instead. He said “Tuscania and Aquila are extremely similar items”

I believe he suggested based on color? But I doubt that they’re similar in term of the feeling I’ll get when using. [emoji848]

I really love my Aquila matte and now I’m very sad I got on the wagon so late that when I realize I want more of it, it’s now sold out.

I understand. But if it were me, I would wait. As you know, he always seems to come up with something better. I missed out on lead Africa despite my friend, TotinScience, encouraging me to try it. I should have listened! But not to worry, on the horizon is some new leather that will be spectacular, I am sure!!
 
I don’t know. I inquired about the navy blue Aquila matte, which he said is sold out. He then suggested Tuscania instead. He said “Tuscania and Aquila are extremely similar items”

I believe he suggested based on color? But I doubt that they’re similar in term of the feeling I’ll get when using. [emoji848]

I really love my Aquila matte and now I’m very sad I got on the wagon so late that when I realize I want more of it, it’s now sold out.
That's a real bummer, vink... :sad: I do think you should wait for something else, though -- Marco may very well come up with something better! From the pics here and how the ladies here have described Aquila matte vs. Tuscania, they really don't look to be that similar, other than perhaps colour... Don't settle for something that your heart isn't fully into!
 
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I think he’s just busy. They have a promo this weekend and he’ll probably have to answer all the inquiries regarding those first since there maybe lots of questions about those, too.

Marco did reply earlier this week but the email never got to me and he indicated server issues. He is going to have samples for me early next week. Yay!!!!!!
 
@vink, if I were in your shoes, I would hold off because of my hesitation. I know that Marco would suggest a lovely alternative worthy of consideration. However, I would listen to my gut and not settle. I know, that kind of stinks when your first choice is not available. I’ve passed on bags a few times because the color or the leather wasn’t right. I don’t settle on a second choice.

Very wise advice. Every time I go with a second choice, I regret it.

One question for you: if you compare the Calista with the full Soulmate, which holds more?
 
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Very wise advice. Every time I go with a second choice, I regret it.

One question for you: if you compare the Calista with the full Soulmate, which holds more?
Definitely full size Soulmate. If you maxed out on what you can carry in the Soulmate and put the same contents in the Calista, I don’t doubt that they would more noticeably bulge in the Calista.
 
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Have I ever disclosed that I absolutely love metallic leather (that doesn’t hurt the eyes, of course)? :)

I was torn between a Zhoe Legend and a Theia Midi. Because Diamond leather is thin, it seems it would be better suited to a style in which the leather hangs. The Zhoe Legend and Zhoe styles look magnificent in thicker, sturdier leathers. When I envision them in a thinner leather, the overall look I’m aiming for falls short.

So, I ordered a Theia Midi in Platinum Diamond, dark gunmetal hardware, and yellow lining. I requested a wider messenger strap.

I also ordered a Penelope Midi in Everose Diamond with dark gunmetal hardware and light pink lining. I remembered this time around to ask for the accessory strap, which is critical for wearing PM as a comfortable clutch at dressier events.

Did I tell you I adore metallic bags? :)
 
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