I have a Diamond Platinum Theia Midi, which is a hair blingier. I love it. The bag looks awesome with solid, dark colored clothes. I will echo that it is very comfortable to wear.
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I think switching out the Zhoe Legend for the Minerva Midi in tan lamb was a good decision. It seems the lamb’s softness is best highlighted in bags with more drape and less structure.
The dark plum Soulmate Midi will be so lovely—-soft and drapey.
@starkfan, you will be delighted with your new Alexia Midi’s broken-in look after use. I’m working on my bag’s patina this fall/winter (same bag in dark green vacchetta).
I know there are lots of ladies here on MM tpf that love vachetta for me it is just too heavy. I am not a large person 5'4" and wear a US size 2/4 and I found that as much as I love vachetta I could not manage the weight. I prefer lighter leathers and Marco has lots of them. I have merino, nappa, pompei, pebbled, nubuk and a couple of others. After making a couple of mistakes I learned what worked for me but unfortunately because he is closing you have to make sure you are getting a leather you will like. I also like some of the other leathers from Marco I have had a couple of athene leather bags which is a leather you either love or you don't. Some people love it I was one of those. I also like the Tuscania leather although I never got one. I was planning to in the future. I personally love the look of vachetta but Marco advised me that if I was at all concerned about carrying a heavier bag to probably not consider vachetta. He gives great advice.
Time for confession—-I placed an order today. No real surprise since I am a member of this forum for handbag addicts.
Marco’s pending closing prompted me to get one last bag in an almost metallic leather in my favorite MM style. I convinced myself that it would be nearly impossible to find leather like this again.
I ordered a Zhoe Legend in Platinum Glitter Pompei, which I believe will make me swoon and my jaw drop. It will have yellow lining and dark gunmetal hw. Modifications include: zipper closure for the central compartment; a wider (1.2”) adjustable long strap; and, a short strap for elbow or hand carry (just like the strap @lenie came up with for her Zhoes, a brilliant idea).
I briefly considered a lamb bag, but I don’t want another slouchy or less structured style, which to me, lamb leather works best in.
Marco’s pending closing prompted me to get one last bag in an almost metallic leather in my favorite MM style. I convinced myself that it would be nearly impossible to find leather like this again.
I ordered a Zhoe Legend in Platinum Glitter Pompei, which I believe will make me swoon and my jaw drop. It will have yellow lining and dark gunmetal hw. Modifications include: zipper closure for the central compartment; a wider (1.2”) adjustable long strap; and, a short strap for elbow or hand carry (just like the strap @lenie came up with for her Zhoes, a brilliant idea).
I briefly considered a lamb bag, but I don’t want another slouchy or less structured style, which to me, lamb leather works best in.
Hey if anyone understands it is a TPFer.
So... I'm in the same boat with you, TenK... My last, finale, encore order will be decided tonight or tomorrow at the latest. I intend to look at the wishy-set wish list and go for it!
Gotta agree with you re heavy bags. It’s the reason why I’ve given away or don’t reach for heavier bags though I love the look of them.
Has Marco replied? He hasn’t replied at all when I mentioned I want a Midi Juliette ( that was a few days ago) , which I changed last night to Midi Theia. I know I would get more use since I love hobos and been eyeing the Theia Midi. But I haven’t found the right leather nor color until lamb came into the picture!❤️❤️
I sent in my order this morning, and Marco replied this afternoon. I sent it directly to his email, “[email protected]” rather than to the general “[email protected]”.
Theia Midi in lamb is a very good choice.
Glitter Pompeii is a structured leather. I’m sure it’ll be gorgeous and suit the style well. I don’t think a platinum will be too blingy though. My Bordeaux glitter Pompeii isn’t blingy at all. The shimmer is very very fine.
Zhoe legend is something I’m contemplating. Still, in a time like this, I still can’t find the leather and color I like best to suit this model in my head. Seems like I may never get one.