Oh...that's an exciting idea! You could even do three colors...the strap a different one...I am sooo pathetic... has anyone had a calista with two different leathers? One on each side?
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Oh...that's an exciting idea! You could even do three colors...the strap a different one...I am sooo pathetic... has anyone had a calista with two different leathers? One on each side?
This is a stunning bag, I admit I drooled!! The knot looks very edgy. At shoulder length, what’s the drop?After just a couple of days out of the box, the Calista Midi Crossbody / Messenger is softening! Plus, I punched a couple more holes in the strap of my Calista so I have the option of converting it into the shoulder length I like if I wanted to. In proportion to my frame, the Midi I feel looks better on me than the regular one J had. Even my youngest daughter who is often the most critical said, "Oh, that one is a nice purse Mommy!" But the strap was hanging a bit so I knotted it to look nicer. Here's the effect: View attachment 4897674
Or, wrapped around:
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Lastly, I realized my interior shot in one of my posts didn't clearly show that one side has a full slip pocket. I actually like that design for this particular bag and it shows how thoughtful Marco is, adjusting his setup to the size of the bag!
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I like how I can see everything inside since she opens wide and she's so easy to grab and go.
Hi @afroken! Thank you so much! So the beauty of DIY is that you can decide your own drop haha. I made holes so that it can adjust to a shoulder drop of 11", 12", or 13". In the pictures, it's a 12" drop. And for those like @Coastal jewel, I really did try to do a modshot...and, I just admit it, there are some things in life that others can do and I can'tThis is a stunning bag, I admit I drooled!! The knot looks very edgy. At shoulder length, what’s the drop?
Thank you! If I get a Calista midi crossbody in the future I want to either go with your idea or the one that djfmn mentioned about the two buckles (still trying to visualize that). I saw your modshot, you look wonderful!Hi @afroken! Thank you so much! So the beauty of DIY is that you can decide your own drop haha. I made holes so that it can adjust to a shoulder drop of 11", 12", or 13". In the pictures, it's a 12" drop. And for those like @Coastal jewel, I really did try to do a modshot...and, I just admit it, there are some things in life that others can do and I can't!
After just a couple of days out of the box, the Calista Midi Crossbody / Messenger is softening! Velvet Verona is such a soft, huggable leather, yet the bag isn't a big puddle when you set the bag down. Plus, I punched a couple more holes in the strap of my Calista so I have the option of converting it into the shoulder length I like if I wanted to. In proportion to my frame, the Midi I feel looks better on me than the regular one J had. Even my youngest daughter who is often the most critical said, "Oh, that one is a nice purse Mommy!" But the strap was hanging a bit so I knotted it to look nicer. Here's the effect: View attachment 4897674
Or, wrapped around:
View attachment 4897677
Lastly, I realized my interior shot in one of my posts didn't clearly show that one side has a full slip pocket. I actually like that design for this particular bag and it shows how thoughtful Marco is, adjusting his setup to the size of the bag!
View attachment 4897681
I like how I can see everything inside since she opens wide and she's so easy to grab and go.
Wow, that took my breath away!!Been a busy day so I have only just managed to take a photo of the Soulmate so far. This is my first one, and now I understand the love. It is beautifully crafted and so functional. I chose to get the bag with the divider based on how I intend to use it and I really like the central zip compartment. I chose tortilla lining (again) and I'm so thrilled that I did. It is a wonderful combination with purple-based leathers because pinky-beige undertones.
The bag leather is Wine Velvet Verona, but I would say the color is closer to a medium plum or soft grape. It is very soft to the touch like suede, as others have pointed out. We will be going places for sure! The marks that appear in the photo aren't actually on the bag -- I'm not sure what my camera was picking up.
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Been a busy day so I have only just managed to take a photo of the Soulmate so far. This is my first one, and now I understand the love. It is beautifully crafted and so functional. I chose to get the bag with the divider based on how I intend to use it and I really like the central zip compartment. I chose tortilla lining (again) and I'm so thrilled that I did. It is a wonderful combination with purple-based leathers because pinky-beige undertones.
The bag leather is Wine Velvet Verona, but I would say the color is closer to a medium plum or soft grape. It is very soft to the touch like suede, as others have pointed out. We will be going places for sure! The marks that appear in the photo aren't actually on the bag -- I'm not sure what my camera was picking up.
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This is really pretty!!Been a busy day so I have only just managed to take a photo of the Soulmate so far. This is my first one, and now I understand the love. It is beautifully crafted and so functional. I chose to get the bag with the divider based on how I intend to use it and I really like the central zip compartment. I chose tortilla lining (again) and I'm so thrilled that I did. It is a wonderful combination with purple-based leathers because pinky-beige undertones.
The bag leather is Wine Velvet Verona, but I would say the color is closer to a medium plum or soft grape. It is very soft to the touch like suede, as others have pointed out. We will be going places for sure! The marks that appear in the photo aren't actually on the bag -- I'm not sure what my camera was picking up.
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This is gorgeous. I love the color and this leather is amazing. It looks so soft and rich and luxurious. Enjoy your stunning new bag. I cannot wait to get my purple velvet verona midi Diva.Been a busy day so I have only just managed to take a photo of the Soulmate so far. This is my first one, and now I understand the love. It is beautifully crafted and so functional. I chose to get the bag with the divider based on how I intend to use it and I really like the central zip compartment. I chose tortilla lining (again) and I'm so thrilled that I did. It is a wonderful combination with purple-based leathers because pinky-beige undertones.
The bag leather is Wine Velvet Verona, but I would say the color is closer to a medium plum or soft grape. It is very soft to the touch like suede, as others have pointed out. We will be going places for sure! The marks that appear in the photo aren't actually on the bag -- I'm not sure what my camera was picking up.
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Such a lovely shade of pink/purple/mauve, I can’t stop staringBeen a busy day so I have only just managed to take a photo of the Soulmate so far. This is my first one, and now I understand the love. It is beautifully crafted and so functional. I chose to get the bag with the divider based on how I intend to use it and I really like the central zip compartment. I chose tortilla lining (again) and I'm so thrilled that I did. It is a wonderful combination with purple-based leathers because pinky-beige undertones.
The bag leather is Wine Velvet Verona, but I would say the color is closer to a medium plum or soft grape. It is very soft to the touch like suede, as others have pointed out. We will be going places for sure! The marks that appear in the photo aren't actually on the bag -- I'm not sure what my camera was picking up.
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Wow! Just joining the chorus of accolades...this is truly a breathtaking bag! I absolutely love the contrast of the dark brown nappa straps against the wine velvet verona. I want to reach out, pet her, and carry her. The bag lust is real people...now I want to order a Soulmate Midi in velvet verona!!!Been a busy day so I have only just managed to take a photo of the Soulmate so far. This is my first one, and now I understand the love. It is beautifully crafted and so functional. I chose to get the bag with the divider based on how I intend to use it and I really like the central zip compartment. I chose tortilla lining (again) and I'm so thrilled that I did. It is a wonderful combination with purple-based leathers because pinky-beige undertones.
The bag leather is Wine Velvet Verona, but I would say the color is closer to a medium plum or soft grape. It is very soft to the touch like suede, as others have pointed out. We will be going places for sure! The marks that appear in the photo aren't actually on the bag -- I'm not sure what my camera was picking up.
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Wow! Just joining the chorus of accolades...this is truly a breathtaking bag! I absolutely love the contrast of the dark brown nappa straps against the wine velvet verona. I want to reach out, pet her, and carry her. The bag lust is real people...now I want to order a Soulmate Midi in velvet verona!!!
Wow, that took my breath away!!
Congratulations on your new beauty!The soulmate midi is a great style, and that color is beautiful!
This is really pretty!!
This is gorgeous. I love the color and this leather is amazing. It looks so soft and rich and luxurious. Enjoy your stunning new bag. I cannot wait to get my purple velvet verona midi Diva.
Such a lovely shade of pink/purple/mauve, I can’t stop staring![]()
Wow! Just joining the chorus of accolades...this is truly a breathtaking bag! I absolutely love the contrast of the dark brown nappa straps against the wine velvet verona. I want to reach out, pet her, and carry her. The bag lust is real people...now I want to order a Soulmate Midi in velvet verona!!!