Massaccesi Handbags

[tenKrat]

Please help me think about this sale this weekend. I love Marco's medium-sized structured bags. I like to carry crossbody, not by hand, in the crook of my arm, or under my arm chicken-wing style. I have several beautiful Zhoes. I have an Aurora. I'm eyeing a Grande Mia.

I think what doesn't resonate with me about the Aura and the Clio are the big hardware statements on the front. I'm also not a fan of that accordion thing Zhoe Legend does -- I'm more a one-compartment kind of person when it comes to organization.

Are there other MM styles I should be considering given my aesthetic preferences? Or should I just continue my Zhoe collection because that style is realistically the best fit?

You might like to branch out and try the Grande Mia since you have several Zhoes. She’s a little taller and definitely a medium size. She carries well as a crossbody bag.

The Modena Midi makes a nice medium size crossbody bag, too. I suggest the version with the shorter handles. Or, since you don’t carry by hand, then you can request not to have any handles and just have the long messenger strap for a nice, clean line to your bag. Also, since you like to carry your bag close to your underarm, you can also request a shorter shoulder strap.

As an added option on the Modena Midi, the exterior open back pocket is very handy for storing your mobile phone or other small frequently reached for items.

 

[Sickgrl13]

@Sickgrl13 I’m curious...what lining color did you choose? (If it was me, I might have chosen apple green lining just to pleasantly shock myself every time I opened my bag. )

I went with orange. It contrasts nicely with the hot pink interior leather parts and keeps the color theme going.

 

[ajamy]

The yellow lining is #2 of my top three lining colors. (Tortilla shot to #1 recently, and #3 is orange.) The yellow lining and burgundy leather make an excellent pair. Don’t you just love MM’s straw? Who knew straw could feel soft?

yes, it is soft and supple so the bag gathers beautifully. Ive carried it for two days now and just love it to bits.

 

[dignatius]

Has anyone received a Bordeaux Croco bag that you can post a pic of? I've looked at the swatch on the MM site but it always helps to see the leather on a finished bag... I'm concerned that it may look really dark IRL.

 

[samfalstaff]

Haven't used my Soulmate Midi in a long while. My handles are shortened with an adjustable strap drop (from 12 to 18 cm). I usually wear it at the shortest setting for hand/arm carry, and with the long strap for shoulder carry. Tried it with the handle at longest setting today for shoulder carry, skipped the long strap, and I love it this way!
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What's the leather and color? I love that color BTW!

 

[anabg]

#botd. I have had this bag for 5 years, I think. Green apple is such a great color for summer. Really thinking of a Clio in Pompei for the end of summer sale. I love the buckle. I missed last weekend's sale. I was away. I think with the 20% the bag is actually cheaper than it was last weekend by a few euros.

 

[Kimbashop]

Haven't used my Soulmate Midi in a long while. My handles are shortened with an adjustable strap drop (from 12 to 18 cm). I usually wear it at the shortest setting for hand/arm carry, and with the long strap for shoulder carry. Tried it with the handle at longest setting today for shoulder carry, skipped the long strap, and I love it this way!
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What gorgeous color is that? That is a beauty. I also like the shortened straps.

 

[tuowei]

#botd. I have had this bag for 5 years, I think. Green apple is such a great color for summer. Really thinking of a Clio in Pompei for the end of summer sale. I love the buckle. I missed last weekend's sale. I was away. I think with the 20% the bag is actually cheaper than it was last weekend by a few euros.

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Oh that color!! I am sorely tempted to email Marco to see if he has any left and I dont even know what bag I'd use it on

 

[carterazo]

Please help me think about this sale this weekend. I love Marco's medium-sized structured bags. I like to carry crossbody, not by hand, in the crook of my arm, or under my arm chicken-wing style. I have several beautiful Zhoes. I have an Aurora. I'm eyeing a Grande Mia.

I think what doesn't resonate with me about the Aura and the Clio are the big hardware statements on the front. I'm also not a fan of that accordion thing Zhoe Legend does -- I'm more a one-compartment kind of person when it comes to organization.

Are there other MM styles I should be considering given my aesthetic preferences? Or should I just continue my Zhoe collection because that style is realistically the best fit?

I certainly recommend the Grande Mia. Also little Muse and little Athena.

 

[dramaprincess713]

A bit delayed, but mod-shots with my full-size Selene in deep blue Africa. It’s big, but I don’t feel like it’s overwhelming (unless I’m being delusional? Let me know!), which I was a tad bit concerned about. For reference, I’m 5’2”.

 

[anabg]

QUOTE="tuowei, post: 33991046, member: 259707"]
Oh that color!! I am sorely tempted to email Marco to see if he has any left and I dont even know what bag I'd use it on
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I bought this bag in 2015. I can't remember how long this color was available, but it's worth a shot.

 

[lenie]

A bit delayed, but mod-shots with my full-size Selene in deep blue Africa. It’s big, but I don’t feel like it’s overwhelming (unless I’m being delusional? Let me know!), which I was a tad bit concerned about. For reference, I’m 5’2”.

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I’m also 5’2.5” and have the full size Selene in Lead Africa, yellow Nappa, dark brown Vachetta, and black( limited leather and can’t remember the name). I don’t think it’s too big at all and still looks great when it’s cinched. The deep blue Africa is gorgeous!

 

[tenKrat]

Haven't used my Soulmate Midi in a long while. My handles are shortened with an adjustable strap drop (from 12 to 18 cm). I usually wear it at the shortest setting for hand/arm carry, and with the long strap for shoulder carry. Tried it with the handle at longest setting today for shoulder carry, skipped the long strap, and I love it this way!
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What's the leather and color? I love that color BTW!

Is it black cherry nappa?? It is gorgeous.

 

[samfalstaff]

Is it black cherry nappa?? It is gorgeous.

It seems too textured to be a nappa.

 

[Fancyfree]

I’m also 5’2.5” and have the full size Selene in Lead Africa, yellow Nappa, dark brown Vachetta, and black( limited leather and can’t remember the name). I don’t think it’s too big at all and still looks great when it’s cinched. The deep blue Africa is gorgeous!

I'd love a full sized Selene in Vachetta, but have asumed it would be too heavy a leather for such a large bag.
Can you please tell me how your vachetta Selene weighs?
(Tip: weigh yourself with and without the bag )