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#13,591
Sickgrl13 said:
Since I picked up an unscheduled bag from the sample sale plus I can't make up my mind on what's next, my wallet is (hopefully) safe for a short while.

These are the swatches Colette sent. Too hard to chose!

From left: Cobalt and Cherry flat calf; Tangerine, Purple, Violet, and Tuquoise Nappa; Dark Violet and Celeste Merinos; Amethyst Pebbled.
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It really is impossible to pick from all of the beautiful colors and textures. I spent weeks trying to decide what leather and what color and finally I found out which leathers were the heaviest and eliminated them, then which ones needed special care before use and periodically to stay looking good and eliminated them, etc. I got it down to two leather choices and then it made the decision easier. So when you figure out what qualities are most important to you, you are half way there. My first two bags are Merinos (weight considerations) and the one I ordered today is deep blue Africa because of its uniqueness and still only half up,the weight chain. Good luck.
 
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#13,593
vink said:
I have 3 bags; Aegean Pebble Angelica, Iced Taupe Africa Theia Midi, and Dark fuchsia Merino Calista coming. It's from a discount promo. I hold off the delivery coz I was on a trip. Now that I'm back home, I just can't wait for them to be shipped!
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I like all the styles you chose!! And if I was awake for the sample sale that fuchsia merinos Calista would have been a temptation!! Can't wait for you to get your bags. My dark blue Verona Angelica will be delivered in a day's time to my sister in the US. Can't wait for her verdict as she is sometimes bit**y about accepting deliveries for me as well as on the items I order. [emoji6]
 
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#13,594
msd_bags said:
I like all the styles you chose!! And if I was awake for the sample sale that fuchsia merinos Calista would have been a temptation!! Can't wait for you to get your bags. My dark blue Verona Angelica will be delivered in a day's time to my sister in the US. Can't wait for her verdict as she is sometimes bit**y about accepting deliveries for me as well as on the items I order. [emoji6]
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You got a dark blue Verona? [emoji38][emoji38][emoji38] You'll love it! I'm so tempted to order during the lining promo, but being away and the inconvenience of paying while I'm out are what bar me from doing so. I'm sure your sister will love it! It's one of the best color I've seen so far. [emoji4]
 
#13,595
vink said:
You got a dark blue Verona? [emoji38][emoji38][emoji38] You'll love it! I'm so tempted to order during the lining promo, but being away and the inconvenience of paying while I'm out are what bar me from doing so. I'm sure your sister will love it! It's one of the best color I've seen so far. [emoji4]
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Can't wait even more now that you've mentioned best color!!
 
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anitalilac said:
Did you feel any difference between the Napa and Flat Calf leather?
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There is quite a difference. Flat calf is thick and heavy. Nappa is softer and has more give.

southernbelle43 said:
It really is impossible to pick from all of the beautiful colors and textures. I spent weeks trying to decide what leather and what color and finally I found out which leathers were the heaviest and eliminated them, then which ones needed special care before use and periodically to stay looking good and eliminated them, etc. I got it down to two leather choices and then it made the decision easier. So when you figure out what qualities are most important to you, you are half way there. My first two bags are Merinos (weight considerations) and the one I ordered today is deep blue Africa because of its uniqueness and still only half up,the weight chain. Good luck.
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My challenge is that I don't mind heavy or higher maintenance leathers but desire very saturated colors with little to no grain, and a lot of structure. So not a fan of pebbled or any leather with distressing. The dark violet merinos is gorgeous and I was thinking of pairing it with celeste merinos, but the dark violet is very smooth and celeste is more grainy, I understand there is natural variation between different hides and batches, this is not a mass made product. So I was thinking the turquoise nappa would look good with dark violet merinos but then wonder about mixing and matching leathers. I could ask Colette but I think my wallet needs a bit of a break!
 
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I love a sample sale but sat this one out. I'm not wild about the sand colour or I would have pounced on the Calista. The Theia full size in Flirt Red is lovely but it is the wrong shade for me - port or burgundy and I would have swooped. This is all a good thing given what I have on my lust list right now and the state of my wallet/money tree.

Really looking forward to everyone's reveals/mod shots!
 
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#13,599
anitalilac said:
Did you feel any difference between the Napa and Flat Calf leather?
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If I may answer as well: flat calf is stiffer - perfect for structured bags. I feel like my Zhoe will never lose it's shape. And yes, Napa has more give- but can still be used for structured bags. Also, Napa is more of a matte leather while flat calf is has a sheen to it.
 
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I am in paradise. Box arrived with Penelope goodies and a set of swatch sheets was also kindly included.
1) Penny Messenger in black merinos with with hot pink lining
2) Penelope midi bag in apple green pebbled with light pink lining
3) Little Penelope in cameo rose with apple green lining
4) I got a tassel for the Penny Messenger, but the lobster clasp doesn't fit around the hardware. Hmmmm.....has anyone else tried this? If not, I will use the tassel as a keychain.

The swatch sheets have rocketed me to haptic and olfactory heaven. Nabuk is so smooth and soft and the Africa leathers are stunning! The Athene is softer than I expected--looks dry and crinkly in photos. And oh my, the whole package just smells scrumptious.

It is a dark, crappy day here so pics when the sun comes back (hoping tomorrow).
 
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Sickgrl13 said:
There is quite a difference. Flat calf is thick and heavy. Nappa is softer and has more give.



My challenge is that I don't mind heavy or higher maintenance leathers but desire very saturated colors with little to no grain, and a lot of structure. So not a fan of pebbled or any leather with distressing. The dark violet merinos is gorgeous and I was thinking of pairing it with celeste merinos, but the dark violet is very smooth and celeste is more grainy, I understand there is natural variation between different hides and batches, this is not a mass made product. So I was thinking the turquoise nappa would look good with dark violet merinos but then wonder about mixing and matching leathers. I could ask Colette but I think my wallet needs a bit of a break!
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The beauty of these bags is that Marco can probably take the leather you want and build some structure into it with the lining, or however he does it. He is an artist.
 
#13,602
Sickgrl13 said:
I am in paradise. Box arrived with Penelope goodies and a set of swatch sheets was also kindly included.
1) Penny Messenger in black merinos with with hot pink lining
2) Penelope midi bag in apple green pebbled with light pink lining
3) Little Penelope in cameo rose with apple green lining
4) I got a tassel for the Penny Messenger, but the lobster clasp doesn't fit around the hardware. Hmmmm.....anyone else have have tried this? If not, I will use the tassel as a keychain.

The swatch sheets have rocketed me to haptic and olfactory heaven. Nabuk is so smooth and soft and the Africa leathers are stunning! The Athene is softer than I expected--looks dry and crinkly in photos. And oh my, the whole package just smells scrumptious.

It is a dark, crappy day here so pics when the sun comes back (hoping tomorrow).
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I hear that! I had no idea that I would like Africa leather. When I discovered TPF I skipped over pictures of the pebbled or Africa purses because I am not a fan of those textures. Then I received that packet full of swatches. The deep blue Africa jumped right off of the paper and into my heart. I tried to ignore it but relented and ordered a Selene midi zip in deep blue Africa this morning. Be still my heart. Well this is the second edit on this, so hopefully I will be through. I just have to say that in addition to the leathers, the quality of the hardware and linings is something that I truly appreciate as well. From top to bottom, inside and out... these purses are really special. That is all :biggrin::biggrin: until I order another one.:nuts::nuts::nuts:
 
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Sickgrl13 said:
I am in paradise. Box arrived with Penelope goodies and a set of swatch sheets was also kindly included.
1) Penny Messenger in black merinos with with hot pink lining
2) Penelope midi bag in apple green pebbled with light pink lining
3) Little Penelope in cameo rose with apple green lining
4) I got a tassel for the Penny Messenger, but the lobster clasp doesn't fit around the hardware. Hmmmm.....has anyone else tried this? If not, I will use the tassel as a keychain.

The swatch sheets have rocketed me to haptic and olfactory heaven. Nabuk is so smooth and soft and the Africa leathers are stunning! The Athene is softer than I expected--looks dry and crinkly in photos. And oh my, the whole package just smells scrumptious.

It is a dark, crappy day here so pics when the sun comes back (hoping tomorrow).
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What a delightful bunch of lovlies!! Looking forward seeing your pics!!
 
#13,605
I am curious. The midi soulmate is the first bag of its style that I have ever had. Mine has the center zip pocket which I really like. It seems that it also helps the bag to have some "shape". Does anyone who has a midi soulmate with and one without the center pocket care to share how they retain their shapes, or slouch! I would love to see a photo comparing them, just in case I should decide to buy another one in a different color.
 
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