Massaccesi Handbags

[afroken]

FUN QUIZ

When I look at how many MM bags I have bought and how many I have now it made me curious.

How many of you have your ORIGINAL MM Bag? Mine was the Ruby red merinos Selene zip midi. It was stunning but became to soft for me, so I sold it. I don't think I have had a bag since then that smelled as wonderful as it did? They don't seem to have that same smell now.

My first direct order from MM was the gentian blue fiore Calista midi I have since ordered 2 more Calista midis with modifications to suit my needs better (2” shoulder drop extension)

My first ever MM bag was a black nappa Sabrina midi purchased from the BST which I still have.

 

[HermesHope]

I don’t have as many bags as a lot of you, so my MM collection is quite small. My first was a midi Selene in Dark blue Africa with a marine lining and I still love it. In fact it is my main bag! It is still in fantastic condition (bought in 2016) and I have just ordered another Selene.

 

[samfalstaff]

Wearing my teal sorrento Hera today

 

[Claudia Herzog]

Ladies, do any of you own this beautiful Penelope? I would like a close up picture of how the tassel is attached, pretty please.
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I'm the proud second owner of this bag through the BST. I'm less proud of my one-handed photography skills, but I hope these shots help you to see that the strap is secured inside the bag between the two zipped compartments, and the tassel is attached to the strap hardware.

 

[Claudia Herzog]

FUN QUIZ

When I look at how many MM bags I have bought and how many I have now it made me curious.

How many of you have your ORIGINAL MM Bag? Mine was the Ruby red merinos Selene zip midi. It was stunning but became to soft for me, so I sold it. I don't think I have had a bag since then that smelled as wonderful as it did? They don't seem to have that same smell now.

I definitely still have my original Massaccesi, a Bronze Africa Midi Selene. It is way too sentimental to ever sell. Here's the story:

I grew up with adequate food, shelter, and clothing, and for that I am grateful. But it felt like there wasn't much more than that. I carried that mindset of deprivation into my adult life, until one day it hit me that thanks to a good job I'd worked incredibly hard for, some of the handbags I assumed would never be within my reach could actually be, as long as I budgeted carefully (and later, if I chose to purchase secondhand). I came to TPF to educate myself on this subject I had never paid attention to. I was struck by someone's comment, I think it was in the Hoi Polloi thread, that the Massaccesi brand represented the perfect intersection of superb workmanship, quality materials, unprecedented customizability, and yet affordable price (at least relative to many other luxury brands). I checked out Marco's line and appreciated his aesthetic, especially his understated approach to branding.

Around that time, I had to spend two months in a hospital nine hours away from home. I had a lot of time on my hands in between medical procedures, but didn't feel well enough to do much more than scroll through the internet. I know this is weird, but I spent a big chunk of that time reading every single post in the Massaccesi thread. I came not only to understand the nuances of the different styles and leathers, but also something of the personalities of the original group of posters. Reading about Massaccesi was a lifeline distracting me from the stressful medical situation I was going through. I even started pontificating about what I was learning about the gender, class, and identity implications of handbags to my husband who, bless him, listened patiently because he has always tried to cultivate an interest in whatever I'm interested in.

Time passed, and Marco ran his first sample sale. I gleefully sent an email off to purchase the Bronze Africa Midi Selene he'd posted. But by the time my email was submitted, the bag was already gone. I wept bitterly. I know it is ridiculous and uber-privileged to cry over such a frivolous thing. But at the time, I believed that sale was my only chance for a Massaccesi coming financially within my reach. My husband surprised me by recommending that I order my own version of the bag I had lost out on, and to afford it, he offered to pay for a fifty-percent share of ownership. And indeed, when my very first Massaccesi arrived from Italy and I was taking pictures to post in this thread, he had great fun posing with the bag on his shoulder and reminding me he owned it half the time.

That bag is never leaving my possession.

 

[afroken]

I definitely still have my original Massaccesi, a Bronze Africa Midi Selene. It is way too sentimental to ever sell. Here's the story:

I grew up with adequate food, shelter, and clothing, and for that I am grateful. But it felt like there wasn't much more than that. I carried that mindset of deprivation into my adult life, until one day it hit me that thanks to a good job I'd worked incredibly hard for, some of the handbags I assumed would never be within my reach could actually be, as long as I budgeted carefully (and later, if I chose to purchase secondhand). I came to TPF to educate myself on this subject I had never paid attention to. I was struck by someone's comment, I think it was in the Hoi Polloi thread, that the Massaccesi brand represented the perfect intersection of superb workmanship, quality materials, unprecedented customizability, and yet affordable price (at least relative to many other luxury brands). I checked out Marco's line and appreciated his aesthetic, especially his understated approach to branding.

Around that time, I had to spend two months in a hospital nine hours away from home. I had a lot of time on my hands in between medical procedures, but didn't feel well enough to do much more than scroll through the internet. I know this is weird, but I spent a big chunk of that time reading every single post in the Massaccesi thread. I came not only to understand the nuances of the different styles and leathers, but also something of the personalities of the original group of posters. Reading about Massaccesi was a lifeline distracting me from the stressful medical situation I was going through. I even started pontificating about what I was learning about the gender, class, and identity implications of handbags to my husband who, bless him, listened patiently because he has always tried to cultivate an interest in whatever I'm interested in.

Time passed, and Marco ran his first sample sale. I gleefully sent an email off to purchase the Bronze Africa Midi Selene he'd posted. But by the time my email was submitted, the bag was already gone. I wept bitterly. I know it is ridiculous and uber-privileged to cry over such a frivolous thing. But at the time, I believed that sale was my only chance of a Massaccesi coming financially within my reach. My husband surprised me by recommending that I order my own version of the bag I had lost out on, and to afford it, he offered to pay for a fifty-percent share of ownership. And indeed, when my very first Massaccesi arrived and I was taking pictures to post in this thread, he had great fun posing with the bag on his shoulder and reminding me he owned it half the time.

That bag is never leaving my possession.

Thank you for sharing this story, I greatly enjoyed reading it and as silly as this sounds, I felt the highs and lows along with you while reading. I was happy along with you during your discovery of MM, you researching the nuances, and getting to know the members here. I could also imagine how disappointed you felt when it seemed as if your dream bag was gone and never to be yours. I also saw how ecstatic you must have been when your husband surprised you with your very own MM. One of my favourite things about tpf is learning about the little pieces of each member's lives, thank you for sharing the story of your Bronze Africa Selene Midi, it sounds like a beautiful bag.

I hope you've recovered from your health problem. All the best to you, your wonderful husband, and your family

 

[BagsAndCarbs]

What a sweet story!! And what a great husband

 

[smile10281]

I definitely still have my original Massaccesi, a Bronze Africa Midi Selene. It is way too sentimental to ever sell. Here's the story:

I grew up with adequate food, shelter, and clothing, and for that I am grateful. But it felt like there wasn't much more than that. I carried that mindset of deprivation into my adult life, until one day it hit me that thanks to a good job I'd worked incredibly hard for, some of the handbags I assumed would never be within my reach could actually be, as long as I budgeted carefully (and later, if I chose to purchase secondhand). I came to TPF to educate myself on this subject I had never paid attention to. I was struck by someone's comment, I think it was in the Hoi Polloi thread, that the Massaccesi brand represented the perfect intersection of superb workmanship, quality materials, unprecedented customizability, and yet affordable price (at least relative to many other luxury brands). I checked out Marco's line and appreciated his aesthetic, especially his understated approach to branding.

Around that time, I had to spend two months in a hospital nine hours away from home. I had a lot of time on my hands in between medical procedures, but didn't feel well enough to do much more than scroll through the internet. I know this is weird, but I spent a big chunk of that time reading every single post in the Massaccesi thread. I came not only to understand the nuances of the different styles and leathers, but also something of the personalities of the original group of posters. Reading about Massaccesi was a lifeline distracting me from the stressful medical situation I was going through. I even started pontificating about what I was learning about the gender, class, and identity implications of handbags to my husband who, bless him, listened patiently because he has always tried to cultivate an interest in whatever I'm interested in.

Time passed, and Marco ran his first sample sale. I gleefully sent an email off to purchase the Bronze Africa Midi Selene he'd posted. But by the time my email was submitted, the bag was already gone. I wept bitterly. I know it is ridiculous and uber-privileged to cry over such a frivolous thing. But at the time, I believed that sale was my only chance for a Massaccesi coming financially within my reach. My husband surprised me by recommending that I order my own version of the bag I had lost out on, and to afford it, he offered to pay for a fifty-percent share of ownership. And indeed, when my very first Massaccesi arrived from Italy and I was taking pictures to post in this thread, he had great fun posing with the bag on his shoulder and reminding me he owned it half the time.

That bag is never leaving my possession.

What a moving story! Thank you for sharing this with us. I’m really glad for you, that you were able to acquire this bag. Your husband sounds amazing and wonderfully supportive. (I admit, my interest in bags is more of an addiction; my husband tolerates this, at best! ).

I, too, hope that you are fully recovered from your medical situation.

 

[southernbelle43]

I definitely still have my original Massaccesi, a Bronze Africa Midi Selene. It is way too sentimental to ever sell. Here's the story:

I grew up with adequate food, shelter, and clothing, and for that I am grateful. But it felt like there wasn't much more than that. I carried that mindset of deprivation into my adult life, until one day it hit me that thanks to a good job I'd worked incredibly hard for, some of the handbags I assumed would never be within my reach could actually be, as long as I budgeted carefully (and later, if I chose to purchase secondhand). I came to TPF to educate myself on this subject I had never paid attention to. I was struck by someone's comment, I think it was in the Hoi Polloi thread, that the Massaccesi brand represented the perfect intersection of superb workmanship, quality materials, unprecedented customizability, and yet affordable price (at least relative to many other luxury brands). I checked out Marco's line and appreciated his aesthetic, especially his understated approach to branding.

Around that time, I had to spend two months in a hospital nine hours away from home. I had a lot of time on my hands in between medical procedures, but didn't feel well enough to do much more than scroll through the internet. I know this is weird, but I spent a big chunk of that time reading every single post in the Massaccesi thread. I came not only to understand the nuances of the different styles and leathers, but also something of the personalities of the original group of posters. Reading about Massaccesi was a lifeline distracting me from the stressful medical situation I was going through. I even started pontificating about what I was learning about the gender, class, and identity implications of handbags to my husband who, bless him, listened patiently because he has always tried to cultivate an interest in whatever I'm interested in.

Time passed, and Marco ran his first sample sale. I gleefully sent an email off to purchase the Bronze Africa Midi Selene he'd posted. But by the time my email was submitted, the bag was already gone. I wept bitterly. I know it is ridiculous and uber-privileged to cry over such a frivolous thing. But at the time, I believed that sale was my only chance for a Massaccesi coming financially within my reach. My husband surprised me by recommending that I order my own version of the bag I had lost out on, and to afford it, he offered to pay for a fifty-percent share of ownership. And indeed, when my very first Massaccesi arrived from Italy and I was taking pictures to post in this thread, he had great fun posing with the bag on his shoulder and reminding me he owned it half the time.

That bag is never leaving my possession.

That is such a wonderful story. Thank you so much for sharing and certainly it should remain with you always. Hugs

 

[TotinScience]

My OG MM is a Sabrina in colorblock black and chocolate nappa! I believe it was the first color blocked Sabrina and one of the first ordered in this style since I jumped on it quickly. I still have and adore that bag, despite @southernbelle43 many many many attempts to lure it away fro me (although she would treat it right, I know that for certain!)

 

[southernbelle43]

Lol my Calista in Fiore has no bottom at all but stands up better than some of my bags that are structured and have bottoms.

My OG MM is a Sabrina in colorblock black and chocolate nappa! I believe it was the first color blocked Sabrina and one of the first ordered in this style since I jumped on it quickly. I still have and adore that bag, despite @southernbelle43 many many many attempts to lure it away fro me (although she would treat it right, I know that for certain!)

You will give in one of these days.

 

[afroken]

@TotinScience out of curiosity, which bag did you order during the tuscania promo? I remember you mentioned that you have a dream bag that you wanted to order in tuscania but not sure if you ever mentioned which style it is

 

[TotinScience]

@TotinScience out of curiosity, which bag did you order during the tuscania promo? I remember you mentioned that you have a dream bag that you wanted to order in tuscania but not sure if you ever mentioned which style it is

I totally forgot to share! It is a Minerva midi in midnight blue Tuscania with lots of modifications, orange lining, and dark gunmetal HW. I wanted one of those for a long time and am SO EXCITED to get it .

 

[Kimbashop]

My original MM was a Juliet midi in Bordeaux Verona. She is on her way to a new owner as I write this. It was really really hard to let this go for sentimental reasons, but I found that the style wasn’t working for me the way I thought it would and so remained in my closet for quite a while. This past year I bought 6 bags from Marco, so I figured it was time to let Juliet go and let someone else appreciate her. I’m trying to sel many bags this year to cut back on what I own ( and make way for new ones, of course).

 

[Cleda]

My first MM order which I received in Nov 2019 contained a Soulmate Midi in Merinos, a Zhoe in Pompei, and a Little Penelope in limited leather Crystal Goat. I have since sold the Zhoe as I realised that I prefer open top/ magnet closure/ zipped top rather than a flap, I also like softer leathers instead of the structured Pompei. The other 2 are still with me and used very regularly! I don't think I will ever part with Soulmate Midi because it is so comfortable to carry, and I love the colour of Port Merinos.