I have not bought almost perfect because I am terrified i would be the one to get a badly beat up bag. I have never had transfer on to my clothes. I have had transfer on the inside of a bag to a light liner I put in bag that just sits in the closet. I hope you are able to resolve it.Me to. The only issue i had with an “Almost Perfect” cognac tote was the thing color transferred to every outfit i wore. Not sure if the leather was just not treated properly but it ruined a coat so i have a Grizzly i have not used yet and i will test that one. It looks like there is maybe more protection on the grizzly but the cognac was a mess but i love the bags. Maybe i will stick with the honey