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It came in burgundy leather and in black leather in addition to the "C"s. I have it in burgundy. Not much natural light but it is burgundy. Maybe oxblood but you get what I mean. I got it at a coach sale for 50% + 20% (the good old days).
I like your version but I hate the signature one!
I am a sucker for anything with fringe and this is near the top of my favorites. It's from 2018. It's super thin--usually I just carry a thin wristlet or mini skinny with cash and a few tissues. Perfect for flea markets, car shows, other fun outside things that we didn't have this summer.
ETA: I have always hated the 'stones' but feel that the fabulous fringes more than make up for the cheap-looking things that can't be removed (I inquired)
ETA: I have always hated the 'stones' but feel that the fabulous fringes more than make up for the cheap-looking things that can't be removed (I inquired)
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This seems like a catchall thread of sorts, so please allow me to vent a little...
As my name implies, I'm new to the fancy purse game. I decided to get initiated with a basic black bag and a basic brown one.
The black one, a pre-loved Christie carryall, arrived a few days ago and it's freaking huge
To be fair, the dimensions were listed in the ad (purchased on Mecari), I simply didn't realize how large it would be.
For reference, here's my everyday bag next to the new one:
It's darn near comical. Everything I carry with me fits in one zippered compartment with room to spare. And to make matters worse, it's heavy with nothing in it
and the crossbody strap is so narrow it cuts into my shoulder.
Oh, and did I mention the brown bag I bought, which should be here this weekend, is even larger? Sigh.
I feel like a dingbat. I'm a small bag chick. I should have paid better attention to the sizes and measured my current bag for reference. Tons of research and I still ended up buying not one, but, count 'em, two bags I have no interest in.
I've already put the black online for sale. My only comfort is that I didn't pay full price and the bag is in fabulous condition. (I've read the online buyers horror stories.)
Lessons learned: avoid anything labeled "carryall" or "satchel." And check the daggone measurements.
My next buy will be a shoulder bag or a mini bag.
As my name implies, I'm new to the fancy purse game. I decided to get initiated with a basic black bag and a basic brown one.
The black one, a pre-loved Christie carryall, arrived a few days ago and it's freaking huge
To be fair, the dimensions were listed in the ad (purchased on Mecari), I simply didn't realize how large it would be.For reference, here's my everyday bag next to the new one:
It's darn near comical. Everything I carry with me fits in one zippered compartment with room to spare. And to make matters worse, it's heavy with nothing in it
and the crossbody strap is so narrow it cuts into my shoulder.Oh, and did I mention the brown bag I bought, which should be here this weekend, is even larger? Sigh.
I feel like a dingbat. I'm a small bag chick. I should have paid better attention to the sizes and measured my current bag for reference. Tons of research and I still ended up buying not one, but, count 'em, two bags I have no interest in.
I've already put the black online for sale. My only comfort is that I didn't pay full price and the bag is in fabulous condition. (I've read the online buyers horror stories.)
Lessons learned: avoid anything labeled "carryall" or "satchel." And check the daggone measurements.
My next buy will be a shoulder bag or a mini bag.
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This seems like a catchall thread of sorts, so please allow me to vent a little...
As my name implies, I'm new to the fancy purse game. I decided to get initiated with a basic black bag and a basic brown one.
The black one, a pre-loved Christie carryall, arrived a few days ago and it's freaking huge
For reference, here's my everyday bag next to the new one:
View attachment 4885395
It's darn near comical. Everything I carry with me fits in one zippered compartment with room to spare. And to make matters worse, it's heavy with nothing in it
Oh, and did I mention the brown bag I bought, which should be here this weekend, is even larger? Sigh.
I feel like a dingbat. I'm a small bag chick. I should have paid better attention to the sizes and measured my current bag for reference. Tons of research and I still ended up buying not one, but, count 'em, two bags I have no interest in.
I've already put the black online for sale. My only comfort is that I didn't pay full price and the bag is in fabulous condition. (I've read the online buyers horror stories.)
Lessons learned: avoid anything labeled "carryall" or "satchel." And check the daggone measurements.
My next buy will be a shoulder bag or a mini bag.
Aww I'm sorry to hear that! They did make mini version of the Christie so maybe look into that? I have one mini Sierra and it's super cute. IIRC they retired Christie but there are lots of options on clearance now. WDYT of this?
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@houseof999 Thanks for your condolences 
Yes, the Christie is old and retired, which is why I think I may be stuck with it.
I looked at the smaller version but it's still not small enough for me. Its dimensions are only marginally smaller, 1" difference in height and width and 2" in length.
I appreciate the Serena suggestion. I like it but prefer a shoulder handle. It's a tad too short for me as well.
I kind of like the Bennett but it's extra plain. Plus I'd like both crossbody and shoulder options.
I think the Jade messenger bag would suit me but, of course, sold out.
Yes, the Christie is old and retired, which is why I think I may be stuck with it.I looked at the smaller version but it's still not small enough for me. Its dimensions are only marginally smaller, 1" difference in height and width and 2" in length.
I appreciate the Serena suggestion. I like it but prefer a shoulder handle. It's a tad too short for me as well.
I kind of like the Bennett but it's extra plain. Plus I'd like both crossbody and shoulder options.
I think the Jade messenger bag would suit me but, of course, sold out.
Ah man that’s a bummer.This seems like a catchall thread of sorts, so please allow me to vent a little...
As my name implies, I'm new to the fancy purse game. I decided to get initiated with a basic black bag and a basic brown one.
The black one, a pre-loved Christie carryall, arrived a few days ago and it's freaking huge
For reference, here's my everyday bag next to the new one:
View attachment 4885395
It's darn near comical. Everything I carry with me fits in one zippered compartment with room to spare. And to make matters worse, it's heavy with nothing in it
Oh, and did I mention the brown bag I bought, which should be here this weekend, is even larger? Sigh.
I feel like a dingbat. I'm a small bag chick. I should have paid better attention to the sizes and measured my current bag for reference. Tons of research and I still ended up buying not one, but, count 'em, two bags I have no interest in.
I've already put the black online for sale. My only comfort is that I didn't pay full price and the bag is in fabulous condition. (I've read the online buyers horror stories.)
Lessons learned: avoid anything labeled "carryall" or "satchel." And check the daggone measurements.
My next buy will be a shoulder bag or a mini bag.
