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what do you guys think of the black evelyne TPM size? I just want to wear that as a sling small messenger bag and I don't find the bigger size ones attractive.. i am not very talk (small guy) - around 174cm so I would reckon proportional wise would be ok...

any thoughts? I really don't have enough money to get the Steve bag.. so probably need something entry level to start with..
 
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fanki1983 said:
what do you guys think of the black evelyne TPM size? I just want to wear that as a sling small messenger bag and I don't find the bigger size ones attractive.. i am not very talk (small guy) - around 174cm so I would reckon proportional wise would be ok...

any thoughts? I really don't have enough money to get the Steve bag.. so probably need something entry level to start with..
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Do you have a boutique near you? I would advise going and trying one on! I have an Evie GM and it's pretty substantial. Another cost effective option is to look for a preloved Vespa PM or TPM as well. I have a Vespa GM, and I love it as well. Good luck and please let us know what you find (and mod shots are always appreciated!)
 
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yes I live in Syndey, however I searched their own Hermes Australia online they only sell some very random colours e.g red, green for the TPM size .. not sure if they are selling the black colour in the store but yes I should try it on in the store first for the size first . the retail price is $2400 AUD but I do notice on eBay the black colour in new/good condition is over $2800 some are even $3000 AUD.. Its crazy! It just makes me think nice colours are hard to get in the store..
 
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okiern1981 said:
Do you have a boutique near you? I would advise going and trying one on! I have an Evie GM and it's pretty substantial. Another cost effective option is to look for a preloved Vespa PM or TPM as well. I have a Vespa GM, and I love it as well. Good luck and please let us know what you find (and mod shots are always appreciated!)
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I would prefer the evelyne over the vespa..
 
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miah100 said:
Stopped by my boutique today and fell in the love with the canvas etrivere hobo as shown on the S/S runway. Had a hard time deciding between the yellow or blue but eventually ended up with the blue. Also picked up a pair of Izmir's in cigar View attachment 3749434View attachment 3749435
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Love both the bag and your shoes! I can see why you had a tough time deciding between the two colours, both look great on you

Are your new izmirs in suede? Hard to tell from the picture. If so, is there a difference in fit or comfort compared to the ones in smooth leather?
 
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danny123 said:
Love both the bag and your shoes! I can see why you had a tough time deciding between the two colours, both look great on you

Are your new izmirs in suede? Hard to tell from the picture. If so, is there a difference in fit or comfort compared to the ones in smooth leather?
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Thank you Danny, I think I made the right decision going with the blue. I'll get more use out of it with my lifestyle. As for the Izmir's, funny enough yes you're correct. They're suede and yes in fact I was able to go a half size down from my regular leather Izmir's. The suede has a little more give and they're quite comfortable, doesn't seem like there will be a break in period like the regular leather one's.
 
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Tony Yang said:
I saw the croc one in NYC too. I think it's the only croc Cityback that exists in the world. It was behind a glass case, and I'm 99% sure it was matte marine blue. So a very very dark blue, with lighter blue in lines between the scales. I loooove matte marine in exotic, really works well with the scales and I think overall the exotic cityback looked pretty amazing.

However price was like 60-80k USD. :/

I agree, I was offered the Hydra at first, but waaay too bright for everyday use. Colvert is nice, but I don't like the blue straps on my body. I chose Plomb, since it's not completely black, the stealthiest choice, the button and zipper really pop, and if you ever see Plomb in person... it dark grey but in light has this subtle hue of blue and I really like that.

Blue Hydra was actually the first color rolled out for the Cityback (I think in Evercolor and Epsom).
Then Black (Epsom only)
Then Plomb (Taurillion Bull)
Then Colvert (Evercolor)
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Definitely not the only since it's me who tried on the matte black Supple gator croc version one in Europe, could be yours for €42100!
 
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miah100 said:
Thank you Danny, I think I made the right decision going with the blue. I'll get more use out of it with my lifestyle. As for the Izmir's, funny enough yes you're correct. They're suede and yes in fact I was able to go a half size down from my regular leather Izmir's. The suede has a little more give and they're quite comfortable, doesn't seem like there will be a break in period like the regular leather one's.
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Yes, blue will be more versatile I think!

Thank you!! Love izmir but my calf leather ones are very stiff even after a few wears... thinking about suede.
 
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danny123 said:
Yes, blue will be more versatile I think!

Thank you!! Love izmir but my calf leather ones are very stiff even after a few wears... thinking about suede.
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I highly recommend! Wore them for the first time today and did a lot of walking around the city, went to The Met which requires a ton of steps and they feel amazing. So comfortable! IMG_1498950187.159337.jpgIMG_1498950197.874001.jpg
 
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