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Sorry to double post - I haven't finalized it yet but I am in the last stages of finishing my order for the Astra satchel! I did end up going with Pompei in black, most likely with gold hardware. I am having the most difficult time choosing a lining though?! Do I go with my favorite color (purple) or something that complements the bag more?!
What did you get as a contrasting leather color with the black? that might help in determining the lining color. Do you want an understated lining for dressier or corporate use? Or a pop of color regardless of how you will use it?

I’m ordering the satchel in black Pompeii with a silver or titanium Pompeii strip on the flap. I’m drawing from the colors of the Art Deco Chrysler building in New York as my inspiration and am thinking of a dark taupe lining. I might throw in a bright lining though.
 
What did you get as a contrasting leather color with the black? that might help in determining the lining color. Do you want an understated lining for dressier or corporate use? Or a pop of color regardless of how you will use it?

I’m ordering the satchel in black Pompeii with a silver or titanium Pompeii strip on the flap. I’m drawing from the colors of the Art Deco Chrysler building in New York as my inspiration and am thinking of a dark taupe lining. I might throw in a bright lining though.

I was considering black Pompei / pewter Glitter Pompei, or black Pompei / platinum Glitter Pompei, but I am leaning towards the first option because the color contrast is more subtle, and hence more my style.

I actually don't feel that any particular lining color is more or less dressy (though I could see the argument for certain colors being more appropriate for a corporate setting), and the dress code at my own job is very casual, so I am leaning towards that pop of color regardless! I was actually considering beige or silver for the lining, since they are both neutrals that would complement the black/gray colors on the outside, but I think I will be much happier with a pop of color.
 
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I was considering black Pompei / pewter Glitter Pompei, or black Pompei / platinum Glitter Pompei, but I am leaning towards the first option because the color contrast is more subtle, and hence more my style.

I actually don't feel that any particular lining color is more or less dressy (though I could see the argument for certain colors being more appropriate for a corporate setting), and the dress code at my own job is very casual, so I am leaning towards that pop of color regardless! I was actually considering beige or silver for the lining, since they are both neutrals that would complement the black/gray colors on the outside, but I think I will be much happier with a pop of color.
It sounds like we are designing similar bags! I am going to ask marco to do a mock-up with silver and pewter glitter to see what I like. I have tried using photoshop for this but it is not coming out right. I have also been thinking about asking if he can color block the strip of leather at the bottom of the flap as an additional color point.

Still thinking about a lining. I love the tortilla lining in my diva bag but I think it’s because the purple leather works so well with it as a pleasing combination. So still thinking on this one. Wonderful decisions to be had during this time.
 
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