Swift, Evercolor or Jonathan - which would you pick in B/K and why?

[alwaysneedmorebags]

I understand that leather choice is completely personal, and one person's perfect is another person's "no-way." So this is not an "advice" post. I'm just curious, and also because I would like to know your reasons for WHY on over the other, even if it's something as simple as, "because I like the softness" or whatever.

Which would pick out of Swift, Evercolor or Jonathan (only these three) for Birkin or Kelly. Though I'm not sure if Birkin ever comes in Evercolor. Or if Kelly ever comes in Jonathan. But ah well.

I picked these three because I feel these leathers are quite similar so to have a strong preference for one or the other should lead to some interesting answers.

 

[Possum]

All I know is that I would love a Black Veau Jonathan Birkin with palladium hardware

 

[SpicyTuna13]

Swift. It takes color beautifully.

 

[waterlily112]

I've grew to appreciate swift so that'd be my vote.

 

[TeeCee77]

Depends on the bag! For a K25/B25 I prefer swift - love the soft squishy look. I love evercolor for larger bags.

 

[skybluesky]

I've only seen and owned swift and evercolor, haven't seen Jonathan in person yet. I'd really like to own a B25 in a fun color in swift since it's supposed to take color well, and I just like the suppleness of the leather.

 

[alwaysneedmorebags]

All I know is that I would love a Black Veau Jonathan Birkin with palladium hardware

That would be so stunning

 

[alwaysneedmorebags]

I've grew to appreciate swift so that'd be my vote.

What changed for you overtime that you appreciate it now?

 

[alwaysneedmorebags]

Depends on the bag! For a K25/B25 I prefer swift - love the soft squishy look. I love evercolor for larger bags.

Why Evercolor for larger bags? Is that because it's bit more structured than Swift?

 

[alwaysneedmorebags]

I've only seen and owned swift and evercolor, haven't seen Jonathan in person yet. I'd really like to own a B25 in a fun color in swift since it's supposed to take color well, and I just like the suppleness of the leather.

Do you currently have any Swift and Evercolor bags? Would love pics

 

[WKN]

I have a B35 gold with GHW in Veau Jonathan. It is divine and my country director said that it reminds her of barenia. It is buttery soft to the touch but yet maintains structure. Another plus - not as heavy as say, togo or clemence. I would also love to have a B in swift (was looking for one at first). I only have a Roulis 23 in evercolour (not relevant to the question).

 

[alwaysneedmorebags]

I have a B35 gold with GHW in Veau Jonathan. It is divine and my country director said that it reminds her of barenia. It is buttery soft to the touch but yet maintains structure. Another plus - not as heavy as say, togo or clemence. I would also love to have a B in swift (was looking for one at first). I only have a Roulis 23 in evercolour (not relevant to the question).

Please share pics of your divine B35 in Jonathan

 

[abg12]

My favorite leather is gulliver/swift. Both leathers show color fabulously, they hold their shape fine, they’re lightweight and they feel incredibly soft to the touch. So one more vote for Swift

 

[Hillychristie]

Do you currently have any Swift and Evercolor bags? Would love pics

I only have a swift L and evercolor K to compare. Both pick up colours well to me but because of the grainy texture (less obvious than togo) of evercolor, I tend to use it with more peace of mind. I've attached a picture for reference. If you expand the picture, you can see the grainy texture in the evercolor Kelly.

 

[alwaysneedmorebags]

I only have a swift L and evercolor K to compare. Both pick up colours well to me but because of the grainy texture (less obvious than togo) of evercolor, I tend to use it with more peace of mind. I've attached a picture for reference. If you expand the picture, you can see the grainy texture in the evercolor Kelly.

Both your bags are gorgeous!