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#376
FrenchBulldog said:
I actually visited the Ralph Lauren store last Saturday prior to receiving this bag, as I had never seen one in person. In my humble opinion the soft Ricky in smooth leather that they had looked somewhat cheap. However, they had a suede style that was to die for. After that I figured I would be in for major disappointment and would just be sending this one back. Imagine my surprise to find such a beautiful and seemingly well-crafted bag once I opened the box. However, I am still miffed on how this size 33 came with the strap that is featured on the size 40. There must have been a mix-up somewhere and straps got switched. Nevertheless, the bag is beautiful in person and strap perfect given the weight of the bag when filled. I also would like to make mention that for anyone seeking authenticity on a pre-loved, there is a tag with serial number View attachment 3471684 located within the inside pouch. It is too bad that so many naysayers have trashed this bag as a "Birkin" copycat. I do not see a resemblance, as the bag is individual and beautiful in its own right. The Birkin has become horribly exploited thanks mainly in part to the Kardashians. I am very excited to be able to own a bag that so very few do. Kuddos to Ralph Lauren for keeping this bag exclusive.
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I totally agree. The Ricky has nothing to do with the Birkin. Completely different designs.
No one can make a handheld bag with a flap or sanglons without being accused of copying the Birkin...
 
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OneMoreDay said:
It's beautiful! I'd prefer the thicker strap too and the deeper grain on your Ricky gives it an added sense of dimension and luxury. The Birkin isn't the end all and be all of a top handle tote design with a flap. It's based on vintage travel luggage (actually, the original design is called the Haut au Curroies or HAC as it's currently known and it was used to carry soldiers' boots). Most "classic" house staples like the LV Speedy and Alma and the Hermes Birkin and Kelly (even the Ralph Lauren Ricky) were born from the same generation of travel bags.
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Thank you so much for that bit of history. I follow the Purseblog every day and so enjoy the discussions involving history. This is how I discovered the Ricky Bag which, initially did not appeal to me. After reading its history I became more drawn to it. I also liked that it was a more exclusive and only carried in limited quantity at a few high end retailers. It also works for my life style and if I could make one change, it would be minus the "Ralph Lauren - Made in Italy" branding, which I personally do not like. At best if the branding just had to be done, they should have left off the "Made in Italy" part. In any event, the bag once again is beautiful in person and thicker strap a very much needed accessory, given the weight. I am very excited to have been able to purchase this bag. Thanks again.
 
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This is going to be my next bag purchase (I'm 99.9% sure)!

How do you find out about sales? Is there an email list I can signup for on their website?

Also for a pre-owned Ricky where would you go?
 
#381
I bought mine from NM in August at an extra 25% off the clearance price. I paid something like 1150 for it. I was surprised because it was a black one. Keep an eye out, they do come up.
RL should be having a sale real soon and they will clear out certain colors. Sign up on that site and there are a few on eBay from time to time.:)
 
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Purseonic Woman said:
I bought mine from NM in August at an extra 25% off the clearance price. I paid something like 1150 for it. I was surprised because it was a black one. Keep an eye out, they do come up.
RL should be having a sale real soon and they will clear out certain colors. Sign up on that site and there are a few on eBay from time to time.:smile:
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thank you! Their website is terrible (At least for me) at the moment. loading slowly and freezing a ton. I'll try to signup again with my email.

I've been watching eBay a lot so I'll keep looking.
 
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