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Yep, it's common knowledge the price goes like this: (cheapest) Europe < USA+Central America < Asia < South America (most expensive)
Every Region has a merchant that orders the products for stores of their region. Maybe the US merchant thought the backpacks are very hot in America and bought a lot of Citybacks for the US stores.
See those people in the audience with notebooks watching the Hermes runway show? those are most likely merchants jotting down what new products they want for their stores.
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Guys. Do you think a blue ostrich birkin will look too feminine on guys?
Im debating to get a b35 in blue roi ostrich. Im in love with the color, but i rarely see ostrich on guys, so im wondering if it might look too "auntie" style. Hahaha
My other option is a b35 flag barenia which is also very handsome, but i feel maybe less versatile than the blue.
What do you guys think?
Im debating to get a b35 in blue roi ostrich. Im in love with the color, but i rarely see ostrich on guys, so im wondering if it might look too "auntie" style. Hahaha
My other option is a b35 flag barenia which is also very handsome, but i feel maybe less versatile than the blue.
What do you guys think?
I think the flag Birkin looks a lot more masculine than the blue ostrich. The flag has this classic look you can't really go wrong with. However I wish it had palladium hardware instead of gold. Palladium brushed or polished always looks more masculine than gold (except maybe brass gold). Additionally regarding leather, personally...the only exotic leather a guy should get is matte alligator or croc, shiny croc or ostrich seems too feminine to me no matter the color. That being said I love ostrich leather and it's actually the most durable out of all exotic leathers.
I am always inclined to think that if someone asks a question like that, deep down they know what the answer is for themselves - there are no absolutes - just how it feels for you.
Interesting that you thought the Flag Barenia might be less versatile, if anything I thought the opposite.
It has so much of its own character and is almost a stand alone item that can be used for its own purpose not to match or coordinate with other things.
As a matter of taste, unlike Tony Y, I prefer gold with the brown spectrum (tan, orange, canvas) tones of the Flag.
It is great opportunity to acquire one of these Barenia Flags and very handsome.
The blue ostrich is very sophisticated and more formal - I think it's the colour, not the skin.
You choice depends on the ways you envisage using them.
Interesting that you thought the Flag Barenia might be less versatile, if anything I thought the opposite.
It has so much of its own character and is almost a stand alone item that can be used for its own purpose not to match or coordinate with other things.
As a matter of taste, unlike Tony Y, I prefer gold with the brown spectrum (tan, orange, canvas) tones of the Flag.
It is great opportunity to acquire one of these Barenia Flags and very handsome.
The blue ostrich is very sophisticated and more formal - I think it's the colour, not the skin.
You choice depends on the ways you envisage using them.
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If it were me, I would go for the flag barenia Birkin. What bothers me most about the ostrich b35 is the structured look which, in my eyes, gives it a more purse-y look. But it's not to say that a guy, with the right style, could not pull it off.
I would go for the birkin flag barenia. I personally think that Barenia is the kind of leather that has a masculine character to it, especially it has gained patina.
Am not a guy but I love all pictures around here. So just my 2 cents worth:
The flag barenia definitely looks more masculine. The hardware colour probably reflects whether you like it more classic or "clean" look. I like a little of vintage. So usually I love gold hardware.
The ostrich though not as masculine, looks luxurious! I love it!
But seriously ask yourself which one will you be more comfortable carrying. For something that you are going to pay 5figures, I think the bag should be one which you are most comfortable with carrying it every other day [emoji16][emoji16]
Here are some recent pickups from me 
Citizen Twill bifold wallet, Bleu Paon Swift leather
Irving loafers, Cognac colour in suede
Nervure cashmere lined gloves (apparently compatible with touchscreen which is great!)
And was given a gift set of the new Eau de Merveilles Bleue. Lovely fragrance
Thank you for letting me share
Citizen Twill bifold wallet, Bleu Paon Swift leather
Irving loafers, Cognac colour in suede
Nervure cashmere lined gloves (apparently compatible with touchscreen which is great!)
And was given a gift set of the new Eau de Merveilles Bleue. Lovely fragrance
Thank you for letting me share
I agree with other TPFer, my vote is for the flag barenia, although I love ostrich and love blues.
You need to consider about scratches on barenia leather which I can't live with, therefore no barenia bag for me just SLGs.
Ostrich is very durable and has its own character.
Try both of the bag and decide which one that make your heart sing. Don't worry and pay attention to those haters. You own your style!!
Pls update us and post some pics
Wow to the ostrich. The fact that it is in blue will make it look more masculine than some other colours like red or fuchsia.
And ostrich is much more luxurious than canvas and barenia.
What a good selection of bags. I've been eyeing both as well! I love how the ostrich leather looks in blue. I do agree with what the other guys said, it looks very luxurious. Whereas the other one I feel is more casual. I guess it depends on what look you are aiming for. You can pull off any bag and not make it look "aunt-like" with the right attitude. Good luck and update us please!
