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

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#12,946
LuvAllBags said:
Her bags' top and front zippers go in the opposite direction from what I need (not sure why?), which is a non-starter for me. I found the lining to be too thin and it slid around (one of my top pet peeves), and I was not pleased with the finish of some of the details - especially the handles. It has probably been 4-5 years though and of these things have likely improved. But I see the zipper direction is still the same. She will customize, but it's not worth it to me when I'm not in love anyway. She has some absolutely stunning leathers, though!
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I never noticed zipper direction!
I also don't mind slidey lining . And I love her handles because doing French seams almost everywhere, especially the handles, means no edge paint to crack and peel down the line. It's also just a nice change and impressive how she manages to French seam so much when sewing leather. I sew and I have sewn bags so this style seems really hard and no wonder many just sew up raw cut leather and then wax or paint the edges. But I love all my bags' finishing details so maybe I'm just not set on particular details if I get other things in place that I find hard to locate (style, shape, versatility, handle/carry options, hardware and capacity) to my liking all in one bag and under $400 (and $300 or less is way more like it).
 
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#12,949
makn808 said:
Shoecrazy!
Nikki tote is a great shape and size! I agree, the chain leather looks nice in a large surface like Pippa, but not as nice when used as trim. Is the top zip that flappy zippergate thing or is the zipper flush to the sides? I can't quite tell from the pic. Does it feel big on the shoulder?
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I'm sorry, I'm not familiar enough with the zipper styles to answer this. In practice, I don't zip my totes much, I like the option to just leave them open with the zipper out of the way. I was a little annoyed by this one because it shortens the opening of the bag and made it hard to get a laptop in. I realize this isn't really intended to carry a computer though. I didn't think it felt big on the shoulder at all - to me it felt like a big handbag/small work bag. It felt little smaller than Jane.

ms p said:
Shoecrazy
I agree nikki tote in a different color, plus not chain trim, will be a better option :smile:. Just curious does the front exterior pocket has any extra slot?
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Sorry - I didn't notice. I need to up my review game and take note of more details!

Reba said:
Shoecrazy, I have a bag in Gunmetal Twill, which is almost a dupe for Platinum Luster. If it just does not appeal to you, that's fine; but.., if you think it doesn't go with your wardrobe... I find it incredibly versatile. I think it goes with everything, much like a basic black bag would. Which is why I like it so much..., when I tire of basic black in the dead of Winter, there's this. ...just a thought...

I think Luna looks pretty too. I can see how maybe that might not be as versatile though for sure. I like to look at...not sure if I would use day-to-day or not...
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I know gray is basically one of the most common neutrals out there, but for some reason I tend to find it too cool to fit with my wardrobe. I prefer warmer tones. It does seem like it could be super versatile for most though!
 
#12,950
shoecrazy said:
I'm sorry, I'm not familiar enough with the zipper styles to answer this. In practice, I don't zip my totes much, I like the option to just leave them open with the zipper out of the way. I was a little annoyed by this one because it shortens the opening of the bag and made it hard to get a laptop in. I realize this isn't really intended to carry a computer though. I didn't think it felt big on the shoulder at all - to me it felt like a big handbag/small work bag. It felt little smaller than Jane.



Sorry - I didn't notice. I need to up my review game and take note of more details!



I know gray is basically one of the most common neutrals out there, but for some reason I tend to find it too cool to fit with my wardrobe. I prefer warmer tones. It does seem like it could be super versatile for most though!
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Nah I'm just intrigued with new styles. Thanks for the pics earlier and sharing your views :)
 
#12,952
I'm right there with you. A cool cement grey does not seem to do anything with my wardrobe or, well, me. Warm tones all the way. I'm also like that about silver hardware. Except for on my river Frankie where the silver seems almost white to me, not a grey vibe at all so I love it. It's only silver hardware that is even slightly greyish that immediately clashes with my vibe but white is great.

I do have a major hankering for a truly pearlescent pale grey, almost winter white but not quite, almost metallic but not. With pale gold hardware! A bag like that is on my radar, and has been since I saw this one :

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But karin said irl it's totally matte cement toned. So yeah I haven't found my dream pearl grey yet.
 
#12,954
Ms P...a couple of shots of Regular size HB Jetsetter BP vs Mini...
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Not that drastic really. Regular has added features of side exterior zips. Mini has the same small slip front pocket, and it has that same small slip pocket on the back side of the bag - the Reg does not have it on the back.
 
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Reba said:
Ms P...a couple of shots of Regular size HB Jetsetter BP vs Mini...
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Not that drastic really. Regular has added features of side exterior zips. Mini has the same small slip front pocket, and it has that same small slip pocket on the back side of the bag - the Reg does not have it on the back.
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Thank you sooooo much!!!!! [emoji173][emoji169][emoji172][emoji170][emoji171]
 
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Question about the smutton...how much does the oxford relax and become more slouchy over time? I've seen photos of people's lovely smuttons (Mariposa's post here comes to mind), but whenever I've tried one on, it feels much more stiff. I also have a pet peeve about satchel handles that stick up straight when the bag is shoulder carried. Can the smutton handles be trained to fall down as the bag relaxes?
 
#12,957
Shoecrazy, I don't have smutton anymore but when I did have one I placed her on a table handles down and put a book on the top zip side to weigh down the bend points. Left it overnight and by AM they relaxed nicely. I was too impatient to wait for the handles to break in!
 
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#12,958
makn808 said:
Shoecrazy, I don't have smutton anymore but when I did have one I placed her on a table handles down and put a book on the top zip side to weigh down the bend points. Left it overnight and by AM they relaxed nicely. I was too impatient to wait for the handles to break in!
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I didn't like the handles sticking straight up after the first use either, but like makn808 I lacked the patience for them to relax. Instead I folded the handles down and stored it in its pouch. You can always try your first smutton from Nordstrom (assuming they have a color you like) or another retailer with a more flexible return policy and then go from there. And thanks for your reviews of the new bags!
 
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shoecrazy said:
Question about the smutton...how much does the oxford relax and become more slouchy over time? I've seen photos of people's lovely smuttons (Mariposa's post here comes to mind), but whenever I've tried one on, it feels much more stiff. I also have a pet peeve about satchel handles that stick up straight when the bag is shoulder carried. Can the smutton handles be trained to fall down as the bag relaxes?
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They can be trained or they do eventually fall as the bag softens. Not sure about Black Lacquer though.
 
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