Massaccesi Handbags
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I have a similar issue with my Juliet Midi in deerskin, but it is also softening with use. However, with the Juliet Midi in turquoise pebbled, there wasn't any of this; the zipper is quite smooth and I could easily open the bag with one hand.
I realized he designed the Juliet to showcase the shape and leather, with no exposed zips; the theme runs with the hidden zippered pocket. I didn't consider this until I started to think about why the main zipper looks the way it looks! Marco really does put a lot of thought in his designs that may get overlooked easily...like "M" in the Minerva or the curves in the new styles coming out...
I cannot use the zipper at all now. Last night I worked a while to try and soften the leather. When I tried to zip it part of one of the zipper tabs broke. The tab did remain on the zipper but I dare not try to use it.
I forgot to mention, the bag inside has card slots like the Phoebe and a zipper pocket on the other side. I love the colors and I am very happy with it. It’s my first nappa bag and love the feel and look of this leather. I just can’t use it for work.
When I got my soulmate the metal tab must have been loose and came off. He sent me a new one. It was easy to put on. Maybe he can send you a replacement?
Good idea. I will contact him. Just sent him a message. Thanks
SayaJ said: ↑
I've been reading through all the Massacessi threads over the last few days, and I have so many bags I wish to buy! This made me sign up for a TPF account as I would like to seek some advice
I've narrowed my choices down to a Athena (cherry red) and Aura (sunflower). Would anyone know which hardware colour would go well with these?
I've been reading through all the Massacessi threads over the last few days, and I have so many bags I wish to buy! This made me sign up for a TPF account as I would like to seek some advice
I've narrowed my choices down to a Athena (cherry red) and Aura (sunflower). Would anyone know which hardware colour would go well with these?
Welcome to MM @SayaJ! Totally agree whatever you choose will look good, his hardware choices are all fabulous. Have fun exploring the leather choices, colors, but don't forget function...what you are using the bag for and how you are using it...and realize you may not get your choices or the bag right every time, but this is all part of the process/journey. Have fun!!! And ask away...these ladies make the experience almost as awesome as the bags!!!
Thank you all so much for the replies!! Once I've set my heart on buying, I'll drop Marco an emailSayaJ said: ↑
I've been reading through all the Massacessi threads over the last few days, and I have so many bags I wish to buy! This made me sign up for a TPF account as I would like to seek some advice
I've narrowed my choices down to a Athena (cherry red) and Aura (sunflower). Would anyone know which hardware colour would go well with these?
Welcome to MM @SayaJ! Totally agree whatever you choose will look good, his hardware choices are all fabulous. Have fun exploring the leather choices, colors, but don't forget function...what you are using the bag for and how you are using it...and realize you may not get your choices or the bag right every time, but this is all part of the process/journey. Have fun!!! And ask away...these ladies make the experience almost as awesome as the bags!!!
I may have to wait a while as the bf caught a whiff of what I'm up to and tried to dissuade me from getting more bags as I just got one in March! Maybe I'll wait out a couple of months till my birthday in Oct so I have a reason to get those lovely MMs!
Thanks for all your kind comments about my new Diane. I couldn’t wait to carry it, so I used it on Friday. It is quite a lot smaller than the M bags I already have (midi Selene, Victoria), but my full handbag liner fits fine. I can also squeeze my water bottle in, although it stands just a little higher than the zip. I have to carry quite a lot of things because of my (permanent) illness - meds, inhalers, water etc.
One other thing. DH never really notices what I wear, but he remarked on this bag straight away and saw the little touches of grey in my clothing and other accessories. So I must have got something right!
Anyway, here are some more photos, including a comparison with my full sized Victoria. The lining is silver, the back and sides of the bag are titanium, the curved part of the front and the handles are all light silver. All fittings are dark gunmetal.
If you are interested, this is the outfit that I wore it with on Friday! I now need some dark grey jeans...
I will probably write a blog post about it tomorrow with some more photos with a few scarves.
One other thing. DH never really notices what I wear, but he remarked on this bag straight away and saw the little touches of grey in my clothing and other accessories. So I must have got something right!
Anyway, here are some more photos, including a comparison with my full sized Victoria. The lining is silver, the back and sides of the bag are titanium, the curved part of the front and the handles are all light silver. All fittings are dark gunmetal.
If you are interested, this is the outfit that I wore it with on Friday! I now need some dark grey jeans...
I will probably write a blog post about it tomorrow with some more photos with a few scarves.
Thank you for your thoughts about your beautiful new Diane handbag. So helpful to get your insights about the size.of this new style. I look forward to reading your new blog post tomorrow.
Just received my (full size) Victoria in Avocado Green Africa. Beautiful green! Beautiful style! Beautiful bag.
So I know I was supposed to wait it out a couple of months but I couldn't help it and emailed Marco on my choice of bags. Instead of 2 that I had wanted, surprise surprise I'm now going with 3! 
I asked Marco about his thoughts on the hardware and lining colours for each bag and he was SO quick to respond! (I was half hoping he'll take a few more days so I can "delay" my purchase, but who can fault such excellent customer service!!)
So my choices are:
Athena nappa in red cherry (possible colourblock but would have to think more about it) - Marco said light gold hardware and the default dark grey lining would be good.
Daphne pompei in dark green - I was considering a vacchetta in dark green (this combination has been on my mind since I started thinking about owning an MM bag) but I read in this thread that the vacchetta is quite heavy, which would be challenging on a Daphne since it's carried on the arm. Marco suggested light gold hardware and sage green lining which I think would be gorgeous!
Aura merinos in sunflower - I proposed dark gunmetal hardware and red lining and Marco agreed it would be totally amazing.
I've yet to put in my order but I think it won't be long before I do...!
I asked Marco about his thoughts on the hardware and lining colours for each bag and he was SO quick to respond! (I was half hoping he'll take a few more days so I can "delay" my purchase, but who can fault such excellent customer service!!)So my choices are:
Athena nappa in red cherry (possible colourblock but would have to think more about it) - Marco said light gold hardware and the default dark grey lining would be good.
Daphne pompei in dark green - I was considering a vacchetta in dark green (this combination has been on my mind since I started thinking about owning an MM bag) but I read in this thread that the vacchetta is quite heavy, which would be challenging on a Daphne since it's carried on the arm. Marco suggested light gold hardware and sage green lining which I think would be gorgeous!
Aura merinos in sunflower - I proposed dark gunmetal hardware and red lining and Marco agreed it would be totally amazing.
I've yet to put in my order but I think it won't be long before I do...!