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Just posted it! Marco also sent me a photo of the Verona swatch sheets from previous seasons. I think of the colors on the sheet, only Chocolate is still in stock. Would it be helpful to post those? I was afraid it might be confusing because most are not available. What do you think?
Actually Tulipano is great in hot pink. My suggestion is if you want a hot pink bag go with a single color Tulipano you can always add a second outer shell for a different color like I am doing. I love the hot pink nappa it would make an amazing Tulipano or Little Tulipano. Later on you can add another color. I looked at the glitter pompei leathers with the hot pink nappa are amazing. I know most people have gone 2 colors for Tulipano but when you go with a vibrant color it looks amazing in a single color leather. I used my Little Tulipano when we went out on Thursday evening and I had so many ladies comment on the beautiful leather and lovely style of the Little Tulipano.
 
Just posted it! Marco also sent me a photo of the Verona swatch sheets from previous seasons. I think of the colors on the sheet, only Chocolate is still in stock. Would it be helpful to post those? I was afraid it might be confusing because most are not available. What do you think?
I think it's helpful just want to see what it looks like. Who knows, maybe some of the other colors will come back. I'm hoping the gray comes back. I would probably just include a notation that they were limited in availability when released last year or something to that effect.
 
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Just posted it! Marco also sent me a photo of the Verona swatch sheets from previous seasons. I think of the colors on the sheet, only Chocolate is still in stock. Would it be helpful to post those? I was afraid it might be confusing because most are not available. What do you think?
I think it would be helpful because people have special ordered Verona and I didn't even know that was an option.
 
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I thought I'd post an update on my cuff bracelet saga. You might remember that back in March, I ordered two of Marco's bracelets during the promotion. It didn't even occur to me to measure my wrist--of course I would need the largest size, as I have always needed the largest size in everything. When the 9-inch cuffs arrived, they were so large I couldn't even wear them as bangles for fear they might slip off. What I didn't consider when I placed that order is that my body has changed dramatically (my husband making the same changes is down 86 pounds; scales are evil so I don't weigh myself, but I know I am down seven jeans sizes), but my mental self-concept hasn't kept up with the changes.

When my too-large cuff bracelets didn't sell for months on the BST (probably for the same reason, too large for anybody's wrist), I took them down. I thought about either trying to sell them on eBay to a wider audience, or just gifting them to a couple of men in my life. Either of those options would've been ok, but finally I decided to consult my trusted local cobbler. He inspected the construction of the bracelets and said it would be possible for him to shorten the leather and re-glue it back into the clasp. They're in his shop right now for the alteration.

I cannot wait to get them back. Wearing those bracelets will be a happy experience, both as an appreciation of Marco's beautiful leathers, and a reminder of how different my body is now.
 
Mine is black nappa. I actually couldn't decide between black nappa, and black merinos, so I was able to have swatches of the two sent to me. Thinking that I would go with the merinos, I placed my order for the merinos version. Imagine my surprise when I received the swatches, and preferred the nappa. As I've said, merinos is my favorite leather, but for the look I was going for (edgy date nite bag with black gunmetal)the slight sheen of the black nappa won me over.
That's really helpful as it is an evening bag I am considering in the black nappa! [emoji16]
 
I thought I'd post an update on my cuff bracelet saga. You might remember that back in March, I ordered two of Marco's bracelets during the promotion. It didn't even occur to me to measure my wrist--of course I would need the largest size, as I have always needed the largest size in everything. When the 9-inch cuffs arrived, they were so large I couldn't even wear them as bangles for fear they might slip off. What I didn't consider when I placed that order is that my body has changed dramatically (my husband making the same changes is down 86 pounds; scales are evil so I don't weigh myself, but I know I am down seven jeans sizes), but my mental self-concept hasn't kept up with the changes.

When my too-large cuff bracelets didn't sell for months on the BST (probably for the same reason, too large for anybody's wrist), I took them down. I thought about either trying to sell them on eBay to a wider audience, or just gifting them to a couple of men in my life. Either of those options would've been ok, but finally I decided to consult my trusted local cobbler. He inspected the construction of the bracelets and said it would be possible for him to shorten the leather and re-glue it back into the clasp. They're in his shop right now for the alteration.

I cannot wait to get them back. Wearing those bracelets will be a happy experience, both as an appreciation of Marco's beautiful leathers, and a reminder of how different my body is now.
Thanks for your sharing your story!! That's lovely. Congratulations on going down 7 jeans sizes - that's incredible!!!
 
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OK, remember how I said something about a bare money tree? I had one of those days yesterday where I was thinking about the Aquila Matte leather pictures and anticipating another grey Verona moment of kicking myself for not jumping on this leather....I do love some texture, after all!

So I sent an email to Marco telling him my order wishlist and asking whether I had squeaked in under the promotion deadline. We shall see if my timing was OK or not. My order/wishlist includes Angelica in Orange Aquila Matte with Silver Hardware and a Purple or Lilac lining (depending on how the Mauve AM looks with it) and a wider messenger strap; a Penelope Midi in the Mauve Aquila Matte with Silver Hardware and Lining; and a Red Aquila Matte Phoebe with Dark Blue Lining and an all-leather strap (probably Silver HW, but I am still pondering).

Regardless of the answer, I need to take a hard look at the bags that have not gotten enough love from me and should go to better homes. One that may need to find a new home is my unused green Verona Selene Midi and I am also casting a sideways glance at my Arianna in Blue Vachetta - she's gorgeous but doesn't get enough wear. Pretty sure there are at least one or two others living in my closet that need to be given the opportunity for some wear.
 
I thought I'd post an update on my cuff bracelet saga. You might remember that back in March, I ordered two of Marco's bracelets during the promotion. It didn't even occur to me to measure my wrist--of course I would need the largest size, as I have always needed the largest size in everything. When the 9-inch cuffs arrived, they were so large I couldn't even wear them as bangles for fear they might slip off. What I didn't consider when I placed that order is that my body has changed dramatically (my husband making the same changes is down 86 pounds; scales are evil so I don't weigh myself, but I know I am down seven jeans sizes), but my mental self-concept hasn't kept up with the changes.

When my too-large cuff bracelets didn't sell for months on the BST (probably for the same reason, too large for anybody's wrist), I took them down. I thought about either trying to sell them on eBay to a wider audience, or just gifting them to a couple of men in my life. Either of those options would've been ok, but finally I decided to consult my trusted local cobbler. He inspected the construction of the bracelets and said it would be possible for him to shorten the leather and re-glue it back into the clasp. They're in his shop right now for the alteration.

I cannot wait to get them back. Wearing those bracelets will be a happy experience, both as an appreciation of Marco's beautiful leathers, and a reminder of how different my body is now.
7 jeans sizes is amazing! Congratulations! [emoji259] [emoji258] [emoji257] [emoji256]
Can't wait to see your new cuffs.
 
I thought I'd post an update on my cuff bracelet saga. You might remember that back in March, I ordered two of Marco's bracelets during the promotion. It didn't even occur to me to measure my wrist--of course I would need the largest size, as I have always needed the largest size in everything. When the 9-inch cuffs arrived, they were so large I couldn't even wear them as bangles for fear they might slip off. What I didn't consider when I placed that order is that my body has changed dramatically (my husband making the same changes is down 86 pounds; scales are evil so I don't weigh myself, but I know I am down seven jeans sizes), but my mental self-concept hasn't kept up with the changes.

When my too-large cuff bracelets didn't sell for months on the BST (probably for the same reason, too large for anybody's wrist), I took them down. I thought about either trying to sell them on eBay to a wider audience, or just gifting them to a couple of men in my life. Either of those options would've been ok, but finally I decided to consult my trusted local cobbler. He inspected the construction of the bracelets and said it would be possible for him to shorten the leather and re-glue it back into the clasp. They're in his shop right now for the alteration.

I cannot wait to get them back. Wearing those bracelets will be a happy experience, both as an appreciation of Marco's beautiful leathers, and a reminder of how different my body is now.
CONGRATULATIONS! That is an incredible success story for both of you. Every time you look at the bracelet, it will be a validation of your ability to succeed.
 
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