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dignatius said:
Has anybody had an MM shipment arrived recently via USPS? Wondering if travel time has improved? Just got a notification that a white box is on the way...
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My last USPS shipment took 7 days. The one before took 3 and half weeks. The one before that took 3 to 4 weeks. The 3 before that all took between 7 and 10 days.
 
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dignatius said:
Has anybody had an MM shipment arrived recently via USPS? Wondering if travel time has improved? Just got a notification that a white box is on the way...
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djfmn said:
My last USPS shipment took 7 days. The one before took 3 and half weeks. The one before that took 3 to 4 weeks. The 3 before that all took between 7 and 10 days.
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This was my experience too. I couldn't believe how long it was taking!
 
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Hi everyone, I'm new to the world of MM. I haven't posted here before but have been lurking in this thread for a long time, admiring everyone's bags and loved seeing all the advices and suggestions. I'm hoping to get some of your insight here :smile:

I'm looking for a work bag, not too big but not small like the Clio either. I'm 5'3. For reference, I own regular size Proenza Schouler PS1 and regular size Mulberry Alexa. Both of these two bags work well for me, but I work in a very conservative environment (back when we still worked in offices) and my coworkers tend to get a bit judgmental with premier designer bags. Plus, I'm getting a bit fed up with the rising prices of premier designer bags and declining quality. Happy to say I discovered MM at the right time!

I feel that Little Minerva is exactly what I'm searching for. It has the messenger bag vibe as with Proenza Schouler PS1 and Mulberry Alexa (for those of you who own these styles). I intend on adding a longer flap and zipper exterior pocket on back panel (or open slip exterior pocket, no preference). I'm also toying with the idea of adding a central compartment with zip, as I love pocket organizations. My question is, given the relatively small size of Little Minerva (compared to the usual classic bigger sized MM bags), would the central compartment take up too much space? Does any of you have a Little Minerva with a central compartment? What do you think?

Also, weight is a big issue for me :sad: what do you think about Little Minerva in merinos or nappa? Any other lightweight options that you think may look good for this model?

Thank you so much for reading through this long post!
 
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afroken said:
Hi everyone, I'm new to the world of MM. I haven't posted here before but have been lurking in this thread for a long time, admiring everyone's bags and loved seeing all the advices and suggestions. I'm hoping to get some of your insight here :smile:

I'm looking for a work bag, not too big but not small like the Clio either. I'm 5'3. For reference, I own regular size Proenza Schouler PS1 and regular size Mulberry Alexa. Both of these two bags work well for me, but I work in a very conservative environment (back when we still worked in offices) and my coworkers tend to get a bit judgmental with premier designer bags. Plus, I'm getting a bit fed up with the rising prices of premier designer bags and declining quality. Happy to say I discovered MM at the right time!

I feel that Little Minerva is exactly what I'm searching for. It has the messenger bag vibe as with Proenza Schouler PS1 and Mulberry Alexa (for those of you who own these styles). I intend on adding a longer flap and zipper exterior pocket on back panel (or open slip exterior pocket, no preference). I'm also toying with the idea of adding a central compartment with zip, as I love pocket organizations. My question is, given the relatively small size of Little Minerva (compared to the usual classic bigger sized MM bags), would the central compartment take up too much space? Does any of you have a Little Minerva with a central compartment? What do you think?

Also, weight is a big issue for me :sad: what do you think about Little Minerva in merinos or nappa? Any other lightweight options that you think may look good for this model?

Thank you so much for reading through this long post!
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I think a middle compartment would make it a tight squeeze unless you carry a bunch of small items. And mérinos is the softest of MM’s leathers and it collapses on itself a lot. So consider if this will bother you.
This is a merinos bag carried about 8 times and it was a puddle of luscious leather. I found that this bothered me because I had to hold it open to find anything. In the Massaccesi Reference thread you will find a list of leathers in order of weight which might be helpful. Also if you tell Marco what you require in a leather he will pick the perfect one for you. Just email him. This is what is so fabulous about Massaccesi. Being able to talk to him personally and get his advice.

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OK folks. I ordered something different in the Astra Collection, the hobo in unstructured mud Verona. Red lining. No zipper. Shoulder length strap With 13 “ drop. Marco will surprise me with color blocking the strap and the hardware. I sold my mud Verona bag a year or so ago and regretted it immediately. Mud is the most perfect neutral I have ever had. And when a sweet poster on here gifted me with a mud Verona little Penelope I realized what a big mistake I had made. Unfortunately I have tried almost every MM style so I was waiting on a new one. I love his new collection, so it was a perfect time to get my lost love back.Now the wait begins.
 
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southernbelle43 said:
I think a middle compartment would make it a tight squeeze unless you carry a bunch of small items. And mérinos is the softest of MM’s leathers and it collapses on itself a lot. So consider if this will bother you.
This is a merinos bag carried about 8 times and it was a puddle of luscious leather. I found that this bothered me because I had to hold it open to find anything. In the Massaccesi Reference thread you will find a list of leathers in order of weight which might be helpful. Also if you tell Marco what you require in a leather he will pick the perfect one for you. Just email him. This is what is so fabulous about Massaccesi. Being able to talk to him personally and get his advice.

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I admit I never thought about the possibility of "leather puddling" but thanks for bringing this up, definitely wouldn't want the Little Minerva to be this slouchy. I usually always gravitate towards slouchy bags but do want this one to be a little more structured.

The tight squeeze of having a middle compartment is exactly what I'm afraid of, thanks for confirming this.

I've long heard about Marco's excellence to customer service, will reach out to him soon for his ideas!

Thanks for your help!
 
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afroken said:
I admit I never thought about the possibility of "leather puddling" but thanks for bringing this up, definitely wouldn't want the Little Minerva to be this slouchy. I usually always gravitate towards slouchy bags but do want this one to be a little more structured.

The tight squeeze of having a middle compartment is exactly what I'm afraid of, thanks for confirming this.

I've long heard about Marco's excellence to customer service, will reach out to him soon for his ideas!

Thanks for your help!
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You are most welcome. Here is a photo of the Little Minerva open. It may give you a better idea about the size.
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Also if you really like the light weight of merinos he could add some backing. Of course this would add a little weight, so ask him if merinos + backing is heavier than another leather choice. Good luck. I know you will get the perfect bag from Marco.
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southernbelle43 said:
You are most welcome. Here is a photo of the Little Minerva open. It may give you a better idea about the size.
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Also if you really like the light weight of merinos he could add some backing. Of course this would add a little weight, so ask him if merinos + backing is heavier than another leather choice. Good luck. I know you will get the perfect bag from Marco.
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Thank you!!

And the purple lining made my heart stop :heart:
 
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afroken said:
Hi everyone, I'm new to the world of MM. I haven't posted here before but have been lurking in this thread for a long time, admiring everyone's bags and loved seeing all the advices and suggestions. I'm hoping to get some of your insight here :smile:

I'm looking for a work bag, not too big but not small like the Clio either. I'm 5'3. For reference, I own regular size Proenza Schouler PS1 and regular size Mulberry Alexa. Both of these two bags work well for me, but I work in a very conservative environment (back when we still worked in offices) and my coworkers tend to get a bit judgmental with premier designer bags. Plus, I'm getting a bit fed up with the rising prices of premier designer bags and declining quality. Happy to say I discovered MM at the right time!

I feel that Little Minerva is exactly what I'm searching for. It has the messenger bag vibe as with Proenza Schouler PS1 and Mulberry Alexa (for those of you who own these styles). I intend on adding a longer flap and zipper exterior pocket on back panel (or open slip exterior pocket, no preference). I'm also toying with the idea of adding a central compartment with zip, as I love pocket organizations. My question is, given the relatively small size of Little Minerva (compared to the usual classic bigger sized MM bags), would the central compartment take up too much space? Does any of you have a Little Minerva with a central compartment? What do you think?

Also, weight is a big issue for me :sad: what do you think about Little Minerva in merinos or nappa? Any other lightweight options that you think may look good for this model?

Thank you so much for reading through this long post!
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A huge welcome to MM! It was great to read your post...and to any other lurkers / readers / fans, I really encourage you all that I think all of us love interacting with one another, so don't hesitate to post!
@southernbelle43 did a great job answering your question about the central compartment.
My Little Minerva is in merinos and it's not heavy. It's definitely less than 2 pounds, closer to a pound and a half I would estimate.
But, I did want to ask if you're sure this is the size you want? From my impression of the regular PS1, I think that size would be closer to the Minerva Midi...and the Minerva Midi does come with a central compartment. Just a thought. The Little Minerva is somewhat comparable in size to a LV Speedy 25, but with less depth...
 
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