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I have a Little Athena in Almond Cuoio Toscano and I love it. It is lighter than vachetta but still has that beautiful natural looking grain. It is one of my favorite leathers. I also have the natural Cuoio Toscano on my blue straw midi Victoria and it is the perfect combination. I also have 2 red bags so I think I am going to opt for the tan Handmade Vachetta. I find tan such a versatile easy color to wear.
Great to know. This leather has been on my list for a while and when he mentioned he still had that sample bag...how could I not get it. The new vacchetta is going to be a staple so I have time to try that later.
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I think I am going for a Theia Midi... :amazed:

I want a bag without corners... And a bag where I do not need to concern myself with how structured/how stiff backing I want. A bag where I can learn about this new leather :smartass:

I was wondering about Hera, but I sort of find it hard to believe that any leather can match Verona for Hera.

My issue with Theias has been the half-circle ridge. It actually looks great in ultrathin Tuscania, but I have never liked the look of it in thicker leathers. Too much visible edge paint for my taste...

Marco has said he can sew the half-circle in a different way, with a flat seam :happydance:

Thought I'd let you all know, in case anyone else is interested in this solution.
 
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Me too, this promo is extremely tempting. It’s very difficult for me to justify another bag purchase since I just received my package from Marco this morning!

I would love to have a Calista in this leather, but I just received my third Calista this morning :confused1:
Someone please save me from this dilemma….
I will save you. He is replacing the old vacchetta with this new one. So it will be there later when you want it.

Did that work????
 
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I think I am going for a Theia Midi... :amazed:

I want a bag without corners... And a bag where I do not need to concern myself with how structured/how stiff backing I want. A bag where I can learn about this new leather :smartass:

I was wondering about Hera, but I sort of find it hard to believe that any leather can match Verona for Hera.

My issue with Theias has been the half-circle ridge. It actually looks great in ultrathin Tuscania, but I have never liked the look of it in thicker leathers. Too much visible edge paint for my taste...

Marco has said he can sew the half-circle in a different way, with a flat seam :happydance:

Thought I'd let you all know, in case anyone else is interested in this solution.
Or you can eliminate the circle completely.
 
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Or you can eliminate the circle completely.
Yes, I considered that :yes:.
But from many photos I get the impression that this somehow alters the "anatomy" and "biomechanics" of the bag, probably because it slightly reduces the amount of leather on the front panel?
So I was thrilled when Marco said he can sew it in a different way. It will be very interesting to see the result!
If I don't like it, I can always wear the bag "back-to-front" ;)
 
Yes, I considered that :yes:.
But from many photos I get the impression that this somehow alters the "anatomy" and "biomechanics" of the bag, probably because it slightly reduces the amount of leather on the front panel?
So I was thrilled when Marco said he can sew it in a different way. It will be very interesting to see the result!
If I don't like it, I can always wear the bag "back-to-front" ;)
I bet what he does will be perfect.
 
Here is my anthracite pebbled midi Selene. Updates include a longer strap (about 29cm), back pocket (secure with magnet), and zipper top. Lining is marine, a bit hard to capture but looks like Caribbean water IRL. I had ordered silver HW but it looks almost like gunmetal to me. Whatever it is, it works beautifully. The grey leans a bit blueish in low light, as someone else said. It is a wonderful alternative to black. I love the way the longer straps look with the buckles.

Already used her this morning.
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Anthracite looks great! Any dark colours reflecting a touch of blue is right up my alley. I like the zip modification too. I suppose you cannot cinch it then?

Hi all! I am enjoying all your beautiful new bags. So much eye candy! You ladies know how to customize. :love: I was wondering if anyone else had a box sit a long time at the international processing place in Italy? Mine has been there for 15 days now. This has not happened before even during the Christmas season. It will sit elsewhere but not there. Yes, I went cheap with my last order and now my box seems to be coming to me via actual pony express. :sweatdrop::giggle: Ok, yes I need to develop more patience because the next long term residence is the international receiving place in NY. :biggrin: OK, I vented. I feel a little better now. :girlsigh::lol:

One of my parcels back in Feb was stuck at Milan side with no movement for 10 days. I opted for the cheaper priced option too.

Well, at least this is not a typical promo-leather, it should be available for a long time ;)

This is going to replace the old Vachetta, right? I'm glad I currently have a dark green Vachetta bag on order, I have always obsessed over that particular shade of green since I saw @southernbelle43's Valerie. I can always get this new Vachetta in future, though the prices are much higher than bags in other leathers listed on the website. Anyone knows if the new Vachetta pricing is similar to old Vachetta's?

Yes, I considered that :yes:.
But from many photos I get the impression that this somehow alters the "anatomy" and "biomechanics" of the bag, probably because it slightly reduces the amount of leather on the front panel?
So I was thrilled when Marco said he can sew it in a different way. It will be very interesting to see the result!
If I don't like it, I can always wear the bag "back-to-front" ;)

Actually that flap is still 1 layer of leather. I initially thought it was another layer on top of the full piece on front panel, until I got my first Theia recently. I do agree that removing it might change the way it slouches when carried, since the half moon stitching provides a little stability to the front panel. It's a good option to keep it. It gives you 2 looks in one bag too. Very intrigued by the result of a different way to sew that part, do share when you receive it!
 
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