Just ordered the Charlotte shoulder bag with a crossbody strap. I have been wanting to get a bag in Brownrose Nappa so this is the perfect opportunity!! Love the classic simplicity of it.
Massaccesi Handbags
- Thread starter bonniekir
- Start date
TPF may earn a commission from merchant affiliate
links, including eBay, Amazon, and others
Omg Charlotte!! Does anyone know if this design has any pockets apart from the usual internal ones?
I'm looking for the dimensions of the Charlotte bags but didnt' see them in the newsletter. Am I missing something?
I would like more details as well concerning dimensions, pockets, strap length, etc. as well.
I like both designs! The shoulder bag is easier to carry, while the satchel looks more dressy. How is Nappa leather like, compared to Pompei? I don't quite like Pompei as it looks too flat (vs. the more dimensional vachetta) and feels too cool and smooth to the touch. Is Nappa similar in that way?
I hope it is considered within the bounds of politeness to say I would like to be first in line if you ever are ready to part with this beauty.
I can’t wait to see the reveal of your brown rose nappa Charlotte in the future!
CHARLOTTE SATCHEL
Width at base: 12.8" (cm. 32,5)
Height: 10.2" (cm. 26)
Bottom depth: 5.9" (cm. 15)
Handle drop: 4" (cm. 10)
Removable strap length (average): 40.5" (cm. 103)
Removable strap drop (average): 18.1" (cm. 46)
Strap width: 1.2" (cm. 3)
Weight in Nappa: 2lb 1.15oz (kg. 0,940)
CHARLOTTE SHOULDER BAG
Width at base: 12.6" (cm. 32)
Height: 9.4" (cm. 24)
Bottom depth: 3.5" (cm. 9)
Removable strap length (average): 42.5" (cm. 108)
Removable strap drop (average): 17.7" (cm. 45)
Strap width: 0.8" (cm. 2)
Weight in Nappa: 1lb 8.15oz (kg. 0,685)
Both styles have a top zipper closure.
Charlotte Shoulder Bag also has a zip pocket on exterior back panel.
Charlotte Satchel sides can be opened as on Victoria so to obtain a very large top part of the bag.
I asked Marco whether he considers the Charlottes structured or soft:
Width at base: 12.8" (cm. 32,5)
Height: 10.2" (cm. 26)
Bottom depth: 5.9" (cm. 15)
Handle drop: 4" (cm. 10)
Removable strap length (average): 40.5" (cm. 103)
Removable strap drop (average): 18.1" (cm. 46)
Strap width: 1.2" (cm. 3)
Weight in Nappa: 2lb 1.15oz (kg. 0,940)
CHARLOTTE SHOULDER BAG
Width at base: 12.6" (cm. 32)
Height: 9.4" (cm. 24)
Bottom depth: 3.5" (cm. 9)
Removable strap length (average): 42.5" (cm. 108)
Removable strap drop (average): 17.7" (cm. 45)
Strap width: 0.8" (cm. 2)
Weight in Nappa: 1lb 8.15oz (kg. 0,685)
Both styles have a top zipper closure.
Charlotte Shoulder Bag also has a zip pocket on exterior back panel.
Charlotte Satchel sides can be opened as on Victoria so to obtain a very large top part of the bag.
I asked Marco whether he considers the Charlottes structured or soft:
"Honestly new styles can't be considered neither structured nor soft. Maybe a bit more structured than soft but, as always, much will depend on which leather customers will require and if they'll ask for a structured side and bottom or not."
Last edited:
Thanks for sharing the dimensions! I didn't realize the sides of the Satchel were folded like on the Victoria or Muse. I liked the front on look of the Satchel but not so much the folded look. But I also have many shoulder bags so a top handle will be something different.
I can't decide on a colour and have been playing around with some ideas. Sharing here as well for others' benefit.
I am not a satchel person, but I really like the look of the Charlotte shoulder bag. It is also a size that would work for me. With all that stitching on the front, I'm thinking about some combination with contrast stitching.
Anyone have any ideas? I'm thinking maybe a navy or dark blue leather with a white contrast stitching, or maybe some kind of brown or rust or ginger color with a light stitching.
Anyone have any ideas? I'm thinking maybe a navy or dark blue leather with a white contrast stitching, or maybe some kind of brown or rust or ginger color with a light stitching.
I feel like Pompei is kind of squishy, and Nappa is more like a traditional leather but still smooth to the touch. They both have that similar flat appearance when compared to something like vacchetta or pebbled leather.
I took a few pictures of my Miss M in red and black pompei next to my Little Minerva, which has tweed on the front and black Nappa on the back. The appearance is pretty similar, but Nappa feels more natural to me than pompei.
After gazing at that Blue Reef Nappa Charlotte Shoulder Bag in the photo for a really long time and asking Marco for some recommendations on some combinations I was thinking about, I decided to go ahead and order a Blue Reef Nappa shoulder bag. I'm going with dark blue stitching, silver hardware and light fuchsia lining.
I try not to repeat color combinations. I have a Selene Midi Zip in River Blue Vacchetta with light fuchsia lining, and I love that combination. I feel like this style is different enough that I can justify two in this color scheme.
I try not to repeat color combinations. I have a Selene Midi Zip in River Blue Vacchetta with light fuchsia lining, and I love that combination. I feel like this style is different enough that I can justify two in this color scheme.
Last edited:
Thanks for the comparison shots and the description! I think I will like Nappa more than Pompei, especially if it feels more natural. Though I must say my Pompei Zhoe has grown on me and I think it's a great leather for certain very structured styles.
Sounds like lovely combination. The dark blue stitching should provide some contrast without being too loud or casual. Can't wait to see all the Charlotte reveals! I might not get a Charlotte satchel this time after all. It looks very elegant and classy and I just can't picture it fitting with most of my wardrobe these days.
Hey, do you have recommendations for the similar leather of the hobo international bags? Sorry it’s a hair off topic and quite a bit too late..