Yes, I love merinos. I stroke my merinos Soulmate midi all the time when carrying it. LolI haven't gotten that far yet, but more than likely Merinos. I was one of the fortunates who bought an MM recently and was sent the whole portfolio of leathers. So I have swatches of all to look at and feel. I did get one in Africa and I am really curious about Vacchetta, but I keep coming back to Merinos. Love the softness and the look and that style to me just calls for somethng really soft.