Replacement Laces - Where to Find?

[Vanilla Bean]

I have a gorgeous Pearly Bronze Velo that I bought used. The leather is beautiful but the handle laces are in sad shape. I've read the info about replacing them myself but I can't seem to find the right laces. Wrong color or too thin...I've returned several sets. From what I've seen, several leathers use the same greige laces. But where to find?

 

[muchstuff]

I have a gorgeous Pearly Bronze Velo that I bought used. The leather is beautiful but the handle laces are in sad shape. I've read the info about replacing them myself but I can't seem to find the right laces. Wrong color or too thin...I've returned several sets. From what I've seen, several leathers use the same greige laces. But where to find?

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Check out the care and maintenance thread, I know there’s info there.

 

[cathead87]

Just curious, have you had this bag authenticated?

 

[Vanilla Bean]

No, why do you ask?

 

[muchstuff]

No, why do you ask?

I took a better look at your pic and the rivet shown looks a little irregular. Don’t panic just yet but you may want to list all of the necessary pics on the AT thread and we can take a look.

 

[Vanilla Bean]

Thanks, I'll keep that in mind.

 

[Vanilla Bean]

Check out the care and maintenance thread, I know there’s info there.

Oh yes, that's what I did in the beginning and how I wound up getting cord that was too narrow. The Japanese waxed cord may be great for double corded laces but 2.5mm isn't the right size for a single cord. I think I'll try macrame cord next.

I do wish the care and maintenance threads were combined into one thread that could be stickied. I always overlook the sub-menu. I remember when the authenticate thread was over there. Drove me crazy until it was moved.

 

[cathead87]

Sorry, I didn’t mean to doubt the authenticity of your bag. I love the color.

I actually own a velo but haven’t carried it yet. Maybe I need to break it out.

 

[Vanilla Bean]

Sorry, I didn’t mean to doubt the authenticity of your bag. I love the color.

I actually own a velo but haven’t carried it yet. Maybe I need to break it out.

Yes, the color is gorgeous. My favorite neutral metallic. Subtle and versatile. Velo is the perfect size for me so this is probably the bag I turn to most often.