Not Sure About My New Bag - Requesting TPF Input

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katev

katev

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I ordered the Dreamer 36 Multi Metallic Colorblock bag during the recent online Coach Outlet sales. I bought it specifically because I don't have any Dreamer bags and because it is different from all of my other bags. I also thought it might be fun and festive to carry around the holidays. That is all still true, but now that I have seen it IRL I am unsure about keeping it.

I have no complaints about the bag. It is a lovely and well made bag and it arrived promptly, completely wrapped, and in pristine condition. I am not happy that they didn't include a dust bag - but other than that, everything is great.

I like a lot of things about the bag, the size is good and it has beautiful detailing. I like the large, suede-lined outer side pockets, I like the feet on the bottom, I like the wide, zip-top opening, I think that the long strap should be wider but it's okay.

I have no complaints about the price either. It retailed for $650 and I got it for $244 with free shipping. But this bag is still listed on the outlet site and it might be available for an even cheaper price in the future - but that's no sure thing.

What I am not sure about is the multi-metallic coloration of the bag. I have owned and enjoyed metallic leather bags in the past. I also own and love colorblock bags, but this bag is a bit "flashier" than my usual comfort zone. It is made of pebbled metallic leather and includes 6 different metallic color panels.

I usually don't indulge in "trendy bags" because I consider bags an investment and I want to be able to rotate and wear them for a long time. I am also an older woman and I don't want to look like I am trying too hard to be young and trendy.

But I have many, many bags, and I am not too excited about the thought of getting another blue, black, brown, tan, gray, beige, red, green, etc., bag. So if I want another bag it should probably be different. This bag is different, and so maybe I should step out of my comfort zone and keep it? On the other hand, $244 is still a lot of money and if I am not going to use it much, then I shouldn't keep it. I can save the money for the next bag that I absolutely love without doubts.

My usual rule is "if you have doubts return it!" but I'm not sure about this one. I have posted pics of the bag here and in the next message; let me know your opinions. I took the pics with and without flash so you can see how it looks in different lighting, thanks!

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I really like the bag. I have a Dreamer 36 with rivets that I love. As far as the colors on the bag I wear a lot of black clothes and think this would be a little pop of color. Having said that what I ask myself is would I have paid full price for the bag. If the answer is no I know I won’t end up using it much and would return. I hope this helps. It is a lovely well made bag.
 
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Can you put a poll up...keep or return.
I think its lovely myself....but Ive never seen or tried out a dreamer in real life so dont know how the bag feels ie size , weight , etc.
Just a lowly opinion of a handbag hoarder.
 
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Narnanz said:
Can you put a poll up...keep or return.
I think its lovely myself....but Ive never seen or tried out a dreamer in real life so dont know how the bag feels ie size , weight , etc.
Just a lowly opinion of a handbag hoarder.
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Thanks! I've tried polls in the past, but some readers can't see the buttons (maybe that happens when they are accessing the page with their phones?) so I didn't bother with a poll this time.
 
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I would suggest you return it. It kind of sounds to me like you aren't sure and if I were you I'd save the money towards a bag you really want. You also mentioned going for more classic pieces in general, and in my opinion this isn't a classic style. It's a beautiful bag, but big bags like this aren't always in and metallics aren't always wearable either, not to mention the more colours an item has, the more difficult it is to match with different outfits. Of course none of this matters if you just LOVE the bag!
 
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This might be because I'm in my twenties and my perspective is a little different, but personally that doesn't look very flashy to me. Yes, there's a fun little peek a boo going on the sides; but I think you just need to decide yourself if this is a bag you're comfortable wearing. If you're going to get use out of it, keep it. If you feel like you're going to wear it maybe just a few times, return it.
 
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I am an "older woman" and do not find it flashy at all - unless you work in a law office or someplace very formal - my rule is also - if I do not absolutely love it and put all my stuff in it and cannot wait to wear it then I do not really want it. I am trying to keep a minimal amount of bags that I really, really love. So I have returned a lot of bags recently - especially from the sales - when I got my red rogue I could not wait to wear it - and thats what I kept .
 
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