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I'm trying not to bug him, but when he writes that my order should ship in the morning and hasn't shipped 2 days later, I think it's natural to be a bit impatient. As the holiday is coming up it will probably delay my order even more.
 
Maybe it’s still at his workshop? My tassels got misunderstood, too and are supposed to come with my diamond shipment, but stuck at the workshop due to misunderstanding on hardware. They’ll be here with the next shipment. I’m so excited about this new comers. The Valerie released got me very excited and now I’m waiting for my order. I think it’s been a long time since I feel this way with the new design. Normally, it’s all slowly growing.
Looking forward to seeing your Valerie. I liked the style but had to be good.
 
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I'm trying not to bug him, but when he writes that my order should ship in the morning and hasn't shipped 2 days later, I think it's natural to be a bit impatient. As the holiday is coming up it will probably delay my order even more.
I would email him to double-check -- the initial delay could've been due to the workshop being busy, and heck, the second delay could very well be due to that too, though yeah, if he said it should ship in the morning then it should have. Maybe check with him if you might have for some reason not received the email with the tracking information, or if he can otherwise give you a further update on the shipping timeframe?

My last order shipped out later than he said it would, although when I followed up and he gave me an updated timeframe, I did in fact get the shipping email on time. They seem to be getting busier, but I think it's fair enough to check with him again given what you've said.
 
First time buyer. Inspired by the sale inquired about a full size Selene in Aquila Matte Orange with Dark Blue interior, gold hw, exterior pocket, and an added tassel. Not sure if I need longer straps? I'm 5'8".
Depending on what strap drop typically works for you, the standard might be OK. Do you have a shoulder bag that has a comfortable strap drop?
 
It's been great to follow along with everyone's beautiful reveals. I have held off from further purchases this season in order to be economically wise(ish). I've also been healing from a broken ankle which has really taken all of my attention. Now that I am getting out and about a bit more, I have been able to use more than a wristlet/ask my husband to carry my wallet.

A recent mishap turned good: my aubergine muse had one of the handles detach from the bag. I emailed Marco asking whether I could send it for repair, and he responded to me in well under 24 hours. He apologized profusely and explained that, because of shipping costs and the tax on items coming into Italy, along with the length of time the process would take, a repair would be a long wait and also cost too much money. Instead, he is making a replacement bag for me. Talk about nice customer service! He also let me know that they test their bags with a 10kg weight - good to know! That means a typical work computer and various accessories/personal items are well within the weight capacity of MM bags. I'm confident that it really was an anomaly - the highlight of the story is the level of service Marco provides.

Since my muse is waiting for it's next incarnation, I finally started using my Modena in Amaranto Pebbled with Dark Gunmetal hardware and Marine lining. These photos were taken in the dappled morning light in our living room (that's what that lighter splotch is on the front of the bag); please excuse the linty backdrop.
This is a really comfortable bag to carry and is excellent for carrying a computer, my bag of computer and phone accessories, and a notebook. I use the interior zipped pocket for my wallet and security badge, and the slip pockets for a small lotion and a couple other items. My phone fits easily in one of the front zipped pockets.
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It's been great to follow along with everyone's beautiful reveals. I have held off from further purchases this season in order to be economically wise(ish). I've also been healing from a broken ankle which has really taken all of my attention. Now that I am getting out and about a bit more, I have been able to use more than a wristlet/ask my husband to carry my wallet.

A recent mishap turned good: my aubergine muse had one of the handles detach from the bag. I emailed Marco asking whether I could send it for repair, and he responded to me in well under 24 hours. He apologized profusely and explained that, because of shipping costs and the tax on items coming into Italy, along with the length of time the process would take, a repair would be a long wait and also cost too much money. Instead, he is making a replacement bag for me. Talk about nice customer service! He also let me know that they test their bags with a 10kg weight - good to know! That means a typical work computer and various accessories/personal items are well within the weight capacity of MM bags. I'm confident that it really was an anomaly - the highlight of the story is the level of service Marco provides.

Since my muse is waiting for it's next incarnation, I finally started using my Modena in Amaranto Pebbled with Dark Gunmetal hardware and Marine lining. These photos were taken in the dappled morning light in our living room (that's what that lighter splotch is on the front of the bag); please excuse the linty backdrop.
This is a really comfortable bag to carry and is excellent for carrying a computer, my bag of computer and phone accessories, and a notebook. I use the interior zipped pocket for my wallet and security badge, and the slip pockets for a small lotion and a couple other items. My phone fits easily in one of the front zipped pockets.
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Great service from Marco!!
And another great bag you have there! I have a Flora in Amaranto and I know how wonderful that leather/color combo is!
 
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Speaking of amaranto, I am having a dome bag made in a leather that, comparison of swatches at least, is nearly exactly the same as amaranto pebbled. My first RED bag. Another leather I chose seems to be almost precisely the dark grey merinos that Marco uses. So my viewing of MM bags in these two leathers greatly impacted my choice of leather with Laurel Dasso (I bought a custom order with her in March and it's finally my turn soon to start sewing! Much longer wait than with Marco for sure) , who sent me twenty swatches to choose from.
 
Pardon me if you’ve already said, but what leather / color / hardware did you order for your Valerie? Can’t wait to see!
No, I haven't said anything about them. I'm waiting for them to arrive. Quite a big purchase for me coz I'm falling in love at first sight with the little Valerie I did quite a splurge and kinda feel guilty a lot coz I'm supposed to "not spend so much until the trip in July". One will be in Sugarcane Pompeii, Another will be in Blush Pompeii, and the last one will be in Cherry Red Nappa. I've been eyeing the last color for quite a while and think this could be a perfect fierce red for me. I also took a benefit of the sale and order a full-size Theia in forest which I've been eyeing since forever, but never quite sure how to make it real. I request a strap to be lengthen just so I can wear it crossbody comfortably. This is the shipment that although I feel so so so guilty to order them, I feel so giddy and can't wait to get them. Hopefully I'll get them before I leave in early July.
 
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