If you are in the FB group, I apologize because this post will be a repeat, but I wanted to post here for anyone not on FB. I got the second part of my Black Friday order today. Again, my photography skills are sorely lacking, but I am so so happy with this order!
First up is an Astra Satchel colorblocked with black nappa, fuchsia lambskin, and silver diamond; black lambskin lining; dark gunmetal hardware; sliding chain strap instead of a top handle, and exterior back pocket added. I am in love, and it is definitely a “keeper”…I can’t imagine ever ever wanting to sell it. I knew I wanted these colors, but I struggled so much to figure out which combination I’d like best. I am very happy with this choice I ultimately made. The one thing that threw me ever so slightly when I open it was that I thought I had order silver sides, rather than fuchsia sides. I went back through my emails though, and I had started off talking about silver sides but did, in fact, ultimately order fuchsia sides. I’m not sure why I changed my mind, and a very small part of me kind of wishes I had stuck with silver sides, but I’m very happy with the fuchsia sides as well. Overall, I think the bag is just stunning. I literally gasped when I opened it, and it turned out better than I could have imagined. Marco also did black edge paint for the whole bag, which I didn’t request, but I love-the contrast against the fuchsia is fabulous. I am so happy I decided to go for the exterior back pocket…I almost didn’t for fear of it looking too bulky or less elegant, but I think it looks great and will definitely get tons of use. The lambskin lining is just dreamy. The whole bag is so very soft. I just love it. This style, with the sliding chain strap, is possibly perfect for me. I am not usually one to repeat styles exactly-I will usually get at least a different size if I get two or more bags in the same style. This one though, I wouldn’t be surprised if I order another one in the future. (I’m already contemplating ideas of a mint/pink/silver combo!)
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View attachment 5307274I also ordered a Penelope Midi in the “old” purple Velvet Verona. (I asked about it during the Velvet Verona promo, and he said he had enough of the old purple for something small like tbe Oneleope Midi.) I added a d-ring on the other side and let Marco choose the hardware and lining. He did lilac lining and gold hardware. So pretty! I really love the Velvet Verona. I’m realizing I’m a very tactile person when it comes to leather and bags, so the Velvet Verona is really enjoyable to me. I had been hesitant on the Penelope Midi because I wasn’t really sure how or if I’d use it. However, I can definitely see myself adding a chain and using it as a shoulder or crossbody. I also did some experimentation, and if I get an o-ring to add to one of the side d-rings, I can thread a chain strap through, double it over, and use it as a belt bag. So versatile! I can also see how it would be a really great catch all in larger bags. Currently, my Flora serves as my catchall, but it is the slightest bit too stuffed with all my catchall items - I have to be careful zipping it - so I can see myself ordering a another Penelope Midi in the future for catchall purposes (though then I’d need to figure out what to do with the Flora
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If you couldn’t tell, I am just thrilled with this order!!!
