Whoa that velvet verona is stunning!
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I think plasticky just means it has so much treatment on top of the natural hide that reminds one of pleather/vinyl/faux leather to the point where in a blind grope test with a convincing faux version, you wouldn't be sure which is real or fake. On the far end of the spectrum is patent leather which can feel like enamel! On the other end of the spectrum is glove leather, delicate lambskin which feels like a newborn baby and cannot be replicated in a lab, to my discerning finger tips. Not so far down that end of the spectrum would be nappa with a silky feel (and even merinos feels convincingly natural).
This is all neither here nor there because that's just one quality of leather people have preferences about and some bags need to be hard wearing and durable, water resistant... I just don't mind if my bags are delicate. I have so many to rotate within that I would love it if any of my bags got worn out, I would feel somewhat justified in my collection if it didn't just grow and grow!
I only spend as much on a bag as I'm willing to lose if I wear it out to my eyes over dozens of wearings and then sell it for a small fraction of what I paid. I'm cool with that. It has yet to happen but if it does I'm cool with that! I don't have perfectionist standards for a bags condition though, and I'm pretty good at rehabbing....
This is all neither here nor there because that's just one quality of leather people have preferences about and some bags need to be hard wearing and durable, water resistant... I just don't mind if my bags are delicate. I have so many to rotate within that I would love it if any of my bags got worn out, I would feel somewhat justified in my collection if it didn't just grow and grow!
I only spend as much on a bag as I'm willing to lose if I wear it out to my eyes over dozens of wearings and then sell it for a small fraction of what I paid. I'm cool with that. It has yet to happen but if it does I'm cool with that! I don't have perfectionist standards for a bags condition though, and I'm pretty good at rehabbing....
Thanks for is a good explanation. I have heard people say this several times, but you explained it well.I think plasticky just means it has so much treatment on top of the natural hide that reminds one of pleather/vinyl/faux leather to the point where in a blind grope test with a convincing faux version, you wouldn't be sure which is real or fake. On the far end of the spectrum is patent leather which can feel like enamel! On the other end of the spectrum is glove leather, delicate lambskin which feels like a newborn baby and cannot be replicated in a lab, to my discerning finger tips. Not so far down that end of the spectrum would be nappa with a silky feel (and even merinos feels convincingly natural).
This is all neither here nor there because that's just one quality of leather people have preferences about and some bags need to be hard wearing and durable, water resistant... I just don't mind if my bags are delicate. I have so many to rotate within that I would love it if any of my bags got worn out, I would feel somewhat justified in my collection if it didn't just grow and grow!
I only spend as much on a bag as I'm willing to lose if I wear it out to my eyes over dozens of wearings and then sell it for a small fraction of what I paid. I'm cool with that. It has yet to happen but if it does I'm cool with that! I don't have perfectionist standards for a bags condition though, and I'm pretty good at rehabbing....
It is a true red and a deep red which I love. The photo of the bag laying on the table is a fairly accurate photo of the red leather color.
My first aphrodite! And first merinos bag in years. My massaccesi bags are multiplying! All 3 of these were from the BST!
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I agree, a really pretty deep red with very slight brown undertones. Certainly not as bright as the photo of the model carrying this bag on his site. I have the same bag in this color. Love the color, but the leather seems a bit stiff, especially the over the shoulder handle where the leather is double. I imagine it will soften with use? If we ever get to go anywhere again.
Anyone else have experience with this leather? Does it soften?
I have this bag in gentian blue fiore and at first I had the same feeling as you, leather not as soft as I initially expected and shoulder handle being stiff. However it has now softened considerably and drapey just how I like it.
I agree, a really pretty deep red with very slight brown undertones. Certainly not as bright as the photo of the model carrying this bag on his site. I have the same bag in this color. Love the color, but the leather seems a bit stiff, especially the over the shoulder handle where the leather is double. I imagine it will soften with use? If we ever get to go anywhere again.
Thank you! That was my hope!I have this bag in gentian blue fiore and at first I had the same feeling as you, leather not as soft as I initially expected and shoulder handle being stiff. However it has now softened considerably and drapey just how I like it
I agree it is stiff I am hoping it softens over time and as you said especially the over the shoulder handle. I am also hoping to eventually go out and use this bag..
I agree, a really pretty deep red with very slight brown undertones. Certainly not as bright as the photo of the model carrying this bag on his site. I have the same bag in this color. Love the color, but the leather seems a bit stiff, especially the over the shoulder handle where the leather is double. I imagine it will soften with use? If we ever get to go anywhere again.
Thanks for the response. I am waiting for it to soften and get drapey so pleased that your blue fiore has softened.I have this bag in gentian blue fiore and at first I had the same feeling as you, leather not as soft as I initially expected and shoulder handle being stiff. However it has now softened considerably and drapey just how I like it
I loved the style so much that I have since ordered two more
one in purple velvet verona and another in brown verona.For my two new calista midis, I did ask for an extra 2" shoulder drop extension ($15 euro) and invisible magnetic closure ($20 euro), as the only thing I wish I had changed with my gentian blue fiore calista midi was that it had a longer shoulder drop.
Absolutely agree, the shoulder drop seems too short for heavier coats. Altho, I have not tried it over a coat yet. If I ordered another, it would be the 2” longer version.I loved the style so much that I have since ordered two more
For my two new calista midis, I did ask for an extra 2" shoulder drop extension ($15 euro) and invisible magnetic closure ($20 euro), as the only thing I wish I had changed with my gentian blue fiore calista midi was that it had a longer shoulder drop.
I’m so sorry I did not respond sooner... I really like my calista midI.. Marco made my strap adjustable which really like. Full disclosure... I’ve only carried her once. I think she will be a great casual bag. and on this NYE I’m still looking at Verona leathers and trying to figure out what I might want.@christinemliu and @Coastal jewel , wondering how your independence blue velvet verona Calista midi is holding up? How do you like it? Any cons at all or things you would change? I hate doing this to my wallet lol, but I'm dreaming of another bag (possibly in independence blue velvet verona this time, either Astra crossbody or another Calista midi). Thank you!
No worries, not too late at all! Thank you for your review! Happy to hear you love it. I love the independence blue velvet verona and if Marco still has some stock in the future, then I’ll get either Hera midi, Diva midi, or another Calista midi in it. I ordered a purple velvet verona Calista midi this time as I didn’t want to miss out on such a saturated purple, but have that independence blue on my radar
Happy planning your last minute verona orders, everyone!
The aphrodite is an undervalued bag. It carries easily, is easy to access and is stylish.