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christinemliu said:
Wow!!! This is breathtaking!!
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Thank you! :flowers:
orchidmyst said:
Wow, I like this version of the Aphrodite a lot.
The weight of the hardware and leather of the handle put me off this style but I want to get one with the Bouquet handles.
Thanks for sharing!
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Thank you! I have an older Aphrodite with the regular handle attachments. And I have to say that I like the version with the Bouquet handles better. :)
 
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bagsbagzbagss said:
Who ordered merinos bags?! Let’s hear them! I still want something in Fawn but not sure what LOL
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I think this is my first time posting -- I've been a long-time lurker and student : ) . I placed my first order last weekend, the longer order period was just what I needed to decide what I wanted and finally place the order. Of course, by the time I finally made up my mind, so many have moved to FB, which I hardly ever use.

I live in the country and work from home and life is pretty casual. And since my kids are older, I don't need giant bags anymore. I tend to prefer crossbody bags with lots of pockets/compartments, and have tended to buy black because it goes with everything. But this is my first bespoke bag so I thought I'd have some fun with it. I ordered a Little Minerva in Marine Blue Merinos with lilac lining and light gold hardware; I was struck by the Lobelia color but ultimately decided that more blue and less purple is a better choice. I substituted round feet, added a top zipper closure, zip pocket on the back, longer flap, and to combat the possible "slipperiness" of the straps in Merinos making the underside of both straps in pebbled calf. Marco originally suggested suede, but I'm concerned about dye transfer with suede. I like travelling with crossbodies too so am hoping that once we're able to travel again, my MM bag will be a good travelling companion.

And because placing my first order was rather like a dam breaking (lol), I also asked if any Croco or Straw are still available, because I'm already thinking of my next bag(s).

Thank you so much for everyone who's posted here, and for letting me "hang out" while I made up my mind and weighed all the options -- such an incredible wealth of information and advice!
 
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BeckyS said:
I think this is my first time posting -- I've been a long-time lurker and student : ) . I placed my first order last weekend, the longer order period was just what I needed to decide what I wanted and finally place the order. Of course, by the time I finally made up my mind, so many have moved to FB, which I hardly ever use.

I live in the country and work from home and life is pretty casual. And since my kids are older, I don't need giant bags anymore. I tend to prefer crossbody bags with lots of pockets/compartments, and have tended to buy black because it goes with everything. But this is my first bespoke bag so I thought I'd have some fun with it. I ordered a Little Minerva in Marine Blue Merinos with lilac lining and light gold hardware; I was struck by the Lobelia color but ultimately decided that more blue and less purple is a better choice. I substituted round feet, added a top zipper closure, zip pocket on the back, longer flap, and to combat the possible "slipperiness" of the straps in Merinos making the underside of both straps in pebbled calf. Marco originally suggested suede, but I'm concerned about dye transfer with suede. I like travelling with crossbodies too so am hoping that once we're able to travel again, my MM bag will be a good travelling companion.

And because placing my first order was rather like a dam breaking (lol), I also asked if any Croco or Straw are still available, because I'm already thinking of my next bag(s).

Thank you so much for everyone who's posted here, and for letting me "hang out" while I made up my mind and weighed all the options -- such an incredible wealth of information and advice!
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Ohhhh this is going to be so lovely I cannot wait to see!!! Thank you for sharing!!!
 
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BeckyS said:
I think this is my first time posting -- I've been a long-time lurker and student : ) . I placed my first order last weekend, the longer order period was just what I needed to decide what I wanted and finally place the order. Of course, by the time I finally made up my mind, so many have moved to FB, which I hardly ever use.

I live in the country and work from home and life is pretty casual. And since my kids are older, I don't need giant bags anymore. I tend to prefer crossbody bags with lots of pockets/compartments, and have tended to buy black because it goes with everything. But this is my first bespoke bag so I thought I'd have some fun with it. I ordered a Little Minerva in Marine Blue Merinos with lilac lining and light gold hardware; I was struck by the Lobelia color but ultimately decided that more blue and less purple is a better choice. I substituted round feet, added a top zipper closure, zip pocket on the back, longer flap, and to combat the possible "slipperiness" of the straps in Merinos making the underside of both straps in pebbled calf. Marco originally suggested suede, but I'm concerned about dye transfer with suede. I like travelling with crossbodies too so am hoping that once we're able to travel again, my MM bag will be a good travelling companion.

And because placing my first order was rather like a dam breaking (lol), I also asked if any Croco or Straw are still available, because I'm already thinking of my next bag(s).

Thank you so much for everyone who's posted here, and for letting me "hang out" while I made up my mind and weighed all the options -- such an incredible wealth of information and advice!
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Welcome to the group we are thrilled to have you join us. Your first MM bag will be gorgeous. Merinos is such a beautiful leather and the marine blue will be perfect. I cannot wait to see your first bespoke bag it will be amazing.
 
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BeckyS said:
I think this is my first time posting -- I've been a long-time lurker and student : ) . I placed my first order last weekend, the longer order period was just what I needed to decide what I wanted and finally place the order. Of course, by the time I finally made up my mind, so many have moved to FB, which I hardly ever use.

I live in the country and work from home and life is pretty casual. And since my kids are older, I don't need giant bags anymore. I tend to prefer crossbody bags with lots of pockets/compartments, and have tended to buy black because it goes with everything. But this is my first bespoke bag so I thought I'd have some fun with it. I ordered a Little Minerva in Marine Blue Merinos with lilac lining and light gold hardware; I was struck by the Lobelia color but ultimately decided that more blue and less purple is a better choice. I substituted round feet, added a top zipper closure, zip pocket on the back, longer flap, and to combat the possible "slipperiness" of the straps in Merinos making the underside of both straps in pebbled calf. Marco originally suggested suede, but I'm concerned about dye transfer with suede. I like travelling with crossbodies too so am hoping that once we're able to travel again, my MM bag will be a good travelling companion.

And because placing my first order was rather like a dam breaking (lol), I also asked if any Croco or Straw are still available, because I'm already thinking of my next bag(s).

Thank you so much for everyone who's posted here, and for letting me "hang out" while I made up my mind and weighed all the options -- such an incredible wealth of information and advice!
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Joining the others to give you a big welcome to MM!!! Ohhh, I love the Pebbled calf idea on the bottom. I would definitely love to see how this comes out. Please reveal!! Little Minerva is a very cute and good sized bag for sure....and you know, might as well get two bags since those fit in one box . If you're in the US, that also usually comes under the $800 customs fee limit too!
 
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