Stella McCartney Falabella Tote

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#616
I saw a Falabella today in-store that looked gorgeous!! Very dark blue and looks distressed and shiny. Any thoughts what model it would be? :thinkin: It looked like this I think ("crackle?")

http://www.stellamccartney.com/gb/stella-mccartney/tote_cod45273545am.html#itemPage=1&mm=1501

BUT it was the small tote (with long shoulder straps), which I prefer.

I used to have a foldover tote (model in the pic but different colour) but didn't get on with it.

For those who have tried both, is the small tote (without the 3rd, long metal strap) significantly lighter to carry? Or not really?

TIA :smile1:
 
#617
mary79 said:
I saw a Falabella today in-store that looked gorgeous!! Very dark blue and looks distressed and shiny. Any thoughts what model it would be? :thinkin: It looked like this I think ("crackle?")

http://www.stellamccartney.com/gb/stella-mccartney/tote_cod45273545am.html#itemPage=1&mm=1501

BUT it was the small tote (with long shoulder straps), which I prefer.

I used to have a foldover tote (model in the pic but different colour) but didn't get on with it.

For those who have tried both, is the small tote (without the 3rd, long metal strap) significantly lighter to carry? Or not really?

TIA :smile1:
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For me personally, not really. Couldnt notice the difference.
 
#618
Hey ladies! Love this thread! I set my mind on getting a 3 chain bag from Stella McCartney this fall too!

I found someone in my city selling a preloved one - but her's is a matte shade of black. Does anyone know whether the 3 chain bags come in matte black as well and not just in shiny metallic colors?

Thanks in advance!
 
#619
I have a brand new navy one with two chain shoulder straps....have had 2 with all three chains and I like this one better as it does feel lighter, but, more than that when I open it I can see everything all at once....
 
#620
FunBagz said:
I finally got my Falabella! I’ve had my eye on Stella McCartney bags for a few years now and I always like the concept of the Falabella, but the size was completely overwhelming to me. I tried out a couple of her other styles that didn’t work out due to the stiffness of the materials, etc. But the Falabella mini-tote is perfect for my needs! As a vegetarian for 20 years now, I love everything the brand stands for and as far as "paying so much for a non-leather bag", in my opinion it’s no more out of line than the prices we pay for any other premium designer bags. So happy to finally have a Stella in my collection! The bag is very well made and looks great. Thanks for letting me share.
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Adorable! Congrats! I love this style!
 
#621
songofthesea said:
I have a brand new navy one with two chain shoulder straps....have had 2 with all three chains and I like this one better as it does feel lighter, but, more than that when I open it I can see everything all at once....
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Thank you that helps! Perhaps it feels lighter because it's easier to carry with 2 straps rather than just one... But that would already be an improvement.

Is your navy shiny?

I'd love to see a pic :)
 
#623
mary79 said:
Thank you that helps! Perhaps it feels lighter because it's easier to carry with 2 straps rather than just one... But that would already be an improvement.

Is your navy shiny?

I'd love to see a pic :)
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I will definitely try to post a pic this weekend. what I love about the bag is that if I let one of the straps fall off my shoulder I can unsnap the bag and look inside and see everything..i love it because the lining is light and that's a bonus as well as it makes it easier to see everything...I have the other one with the three chains and I have to say as much as I love them, I love the one with two chains a little better....
 
#624
songofthesea said:
I will definitely try to post a pic this weekend. what I love about the bag is that if I let one of the straps fall off my shoulder I can unsnap the bag and look inside and see everything..i love it because the lining is light and that's a bonus as well as it makes it easier to see everything...I have the other one with the three chains and I have to say as much as I love them, I love the one with two chains a little better....
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This helps a lot, thank you! I didn't like carrying the foldover on my shoulder, and hate to hand-carry bags, so this design may work a lot better for me...

I'd still love to see a photo of yours (modelling shot if possible) to help me make my decision :smile1:
 
#627
mary79 said:
Anyone else prefer the small tote to the folder? Why? Lighter? Easier to carry?
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I prefer the small over fold over. It's just the right size and seems to hold more because it doesn't fold. Also I love being able to let one chain off my shoulder and have the ability to access everything inside without taking the whole bag off my shoulder.
 
#628
Lavidav said:
I prefer the small over fold over. It's just the right size and seems to hold more because it doesn't fold. Also I love being able to let one chain off my shoulder and have the ability to access everything inside without taking the whole bag off my shoulder.
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Sounds like it will be a much better choice for me. Thank you all for your feedback! :smile1:
 
#629
I've been eyeing the Falabella since I've seen it on a girl in Miami 2010, but I hesitated, because of the faux leather. Now I'll give it a try, had 5 years to think about it :giggles:
Very excited to see and fell it irl :-s

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