MZ Wallace Bags (Opinions on MZ Wallace Bags, Part 2)
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If it is a true measure, a really big Longchamp type tote? Have also questioned some of new measurements...not sure what they are measuring with 📐? 🍹?
just got a black paige today so that I can have a cross body bag that's light and holds a lot! I used to have the mia, but, wore it to death, so, looking forward to using paige!
At first look, do you think it will hold all you need it to? And which shape do you prefer?
Actually, the expandable Longchamp Travel tote is 17 3/4 inches wide...I guess Chelsea is a big tote!
Has anyone seen the Chelsea Tote in person? I am looking for an everday bag that can go from day to night. Is this closer in size to the Belle or Jane Tote? It's really hard to tell from the measurments. I am also very interested in the midnight color and was wondering if the Jane or Chelsea will come in this color. Thanks.
I have seen it...I don't think it is 18 across the bottom...more like across the top. It is a pretty big tote.
Thank you! If it is big then it is not for me. On the model shots it just did not look that big. I'm glad I asked and not waste money or time having to send something back.
Yeah, that is the problem with Vacchetta...is scratches so easily. That would be tough in a wallet.
I have compared Belle and Kate and I find the Belle to feel heavier when loaded up. However, I am a die hard Kate fan. I have 4 (just because I love to change colors) and have had up to 6 at a time. They wear extremely well. I carried one for 18 months straight before I had the other color options and it still looked new at the end of that time. I carry them most often as diaper bags for my 3 kids, plus my stuff in there. With all of that stuff in there it is so much lighter than many other high end bags and diaper bags that I've tried. I carry A LOT, so it probably weighs close to what your sister's bag would and I still find it very manageable, even with back and neck issues.
The Belle is a great bag, as well. You will find she has a large following, too. For me the deciding factor is the extra pockets on the Kate inside and out for organization and I like the more east-west functionality so that I don't have to pull out things to get to what is underneath it. I use a Kate every time I travel and I have not found a better carry on (for me, anyway). There is a place for everything and that is wonderful when you are rushing to pull out your ticket, ID, and such quickly in a crowded airport.
A lot of the decision just depends upon what style or look you prefer because I'm sure either bag would function well. Sometimes it just comes down to preferences. MZW bags are made to last. The Teflon-coated nylon is awesome....believe me, the stuff that the one I use as a diaper has seen and withstood is pretty amazing.
Anyone seen the Mayfair in person or some better pictures of a side view? I'm finding it really hard to get a handle on the shape of it from the pictures I've seen on the site, including in the lookbook. I guess I'm mostly trying to tell if it seems sort of flat/tote-like vs. domed/Speedy-like? If that makes sense. I.e., is this a Boston bag? Thoughts?
I went to Nordstrom today and saw the Cocoa Belle and snagged it for the anniversary price. Here is a quick pic of it. The Cocoa color is really hard to capture on camera - it is definitely a light color but has a beautiful taupe to it as well. It definitely doesn't have the "wow" factor in terms of color but I really wanted to get a Belle and couldn't resist the good price. If you are on the fence about Cocoa, try to see it in person because your opinion might change, it is quite lovely.
I didn't realize, however that the Belle strap drop is higher than the Jane. I really wish Belle was modeled more after the Jane with the squarish shape. I really like how the Jane and Kate have the main opening going down the sides. I was so set on getting Belle in Midnight but now not so sure...I will test it out in Cocoa and see if it works for me. I'm happy Nordstrom has a good return policy just in case it doesn't work out.
I really wish MZW would combine the size of the Kate with the pocketing of the Belle!!
I didn't realize, however that the Belle strap drop is higher than the Jane. I really wish Belle was modeled more after the Jane with the squarish shape. I really like how the Jane and Kate have the main opening going down the sides. I was so set on getting Belle in Midnight but now not so sure...I will test it out in Cocoa and see if it works for me. I'm happy Nordstrom has a good return policy just in case it doesn't work out.
I really wish MZW would combine the size of the Kate with the pocketing of the Belle!!
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Thanks for sharing the picture! It looks like a very nice neutral.
I love the Belle, hopefully it'll grow on you. I've been using mine every day for a while now and love it.
Have you see the Frankie or Francis? IMO it is similar in shape to the Jane, but with added pockets and the cross body strap. They are going to have the Frankie in Bordeaux this fall.
