MZ Wallace Bags (Opinions on MZ Wallace Bags, Part 2)

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I love the coated twill of the gunmetal . I find it easy to wear with just the handles so I have been leaving the cross body strap home which also lightens the bag a lot. It is just so easy to see things in it and take things in and out. I have not been thinking of the new colors in it as I am enjoying what I have a the moment.
 
Does anyone here have an opinion of the quality/durability of a Tumi handbag vs. MZW? Am tempted by a Tumi Lugano in a pretty Summer color...

I think the Tumis and MZW bags are equally durable. I have a couple of olderstyle Luganos that show virtually no wear after years of use. They are lighter and less structured than the MZW bags I have. I think it's mainly a style difference. MZW bags are going for the purse / handbag market where as the Tumis are aiming towards travel. The one thing that I prefer on the Tumis is the long strap. It's wider and I find it more comfortable than the long straps for the Francis / Clara.
 
I'm in the mood for a new bag and have had my eye out on the Cherry Hayley for some time--now that it's on sale at Nordies might pull the trigger. Love the color but may not work so great with my summer wardrobe.

I am now tempted by a black Paige that I saw at a local store. (I was in a hurry and looked at it quickly so forget the style) but it was similar material to gunmetal--but it's black. Anyone know what collection that was part of? The store only had it at 20% off so the price seems high for an "older" bag. Wondering if it's 1+ years old if I can "negotiate" more.
 
I'm in the mood for a new bag and have had my eye out on the Cherry Hayley for some time--now that it's on sale at Nordies might pull the trigger. Love the color but may not work so great with my summer wardrobe.

I am now tempted by a black Paige that I saw at a local store. (I was in a hurry and looked at it quickly so forget the style) but it was similar material to gunmetal--but it's black. Anyone know what collection that was part of? The store only had it at 20% off so the price seems high for an "older" bag. Wondering if it's 1+ years old if I can "negotiate" more.
Was it black lacquer?
 
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