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The interior capacity is very similar to the Zhoe. The Zhoe has the wings at the top which looks like it adds a little more space especially when the top zipper of the Zhoe is not closed. I think perhaps when you close the zipper you might lose a little of the wing space in the Zhoe. The Clio has an additional back slip pocket where you can put your cell phone this frees up space in the interior of the Clio bag. I would say they are very similar in capacity but the additional pocket does make a difference on the Clio.
good point! The Byantium goat leather feels a bit like the Nappa does, but with a velvety hand. It is a similar structure to Nappa in that it is holding its shape pretty well, but has a suppleness to it that makes it soft.
wow -- that arrived fast. What an adorable bag. I love the square shape and the little touches of croc make it so fun. Beautiful choices.
@djfmn, now I wish I had ordered a Clio. This is such an elegant looking bag. I love how it includes a back slip pocket, and I would have added a handle as well. I usually don't like croc but this added touch totally elevates the bag. You should put on Instagram if you haven't already!
Ah, similar experience. My box was shipped August 27 and arrived 2 weeks later here in Massachusetts. Hopefully the USPS continues to bounce back.
And not to belabor the issue, though I guess I am...this morning when I was walking around with my Angel Midi, I noticed there is even variation among the leather itself! Similar to what you mentioned about how Marco and his staff are incredibly thoughtful about the placement of the leather, the side pleats of the bag are very soft, almost like merinos. Maybe even softer than cuoio tuscano! But the main portion of the bag is a more Nappa-feeling with sheen feel.
The croc raises this already lovely bag to a whole new level!!!!
I asked him a little about this leather and he said it costs him about 35% - 38% more than the regular Verona. So with the 20% off it is really discounted between 55% and 58%. He said it is quite an expensive leather to produce. At that discount I cannot say no. I am looking at the Deer or Independence blue in either a midi Modena, Little Minerva, midi Diva or Midi Victoria. Decisions decisions!!
Thanks for sharing this information - that amount of discount is amazing. I’m also drawn to the independence blue but not sure about the bag.. you’re right, too many decisions!
I also asked Marco how the velvet verona stands up in light rain. He said water beads and doesn't get soaked through, basically waterproof. I was worried it would be like suede or nubuck. Trying to decide between Independence Blue and Blue Jay.
