Me too! Now I want to find a crossbody style that's about the same size (and with an outside pocket). Any and all recommendations are appreciated!
Tell me about Brahmin bags please?
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They make more variations in Katie than any other style. I have a mini Francine that's a nice size. I think Johanna is a nice looking style.
My first Brahmin and I adore this bag !! Duxbury Gatsby satchel !!
Someone please tell me I don't need anything in blue topaz melbourne!
Doesn't this look gorgeous? https://www.brahmin.com/small-ashle...100720.html?dwvar_T7215100720_color=BlueTopaz
Is it too close to Wonderland?
Also, does Dillard's ever put Brahmin on sale? Are there any promo codes?
Doesn't this look gorgeous? https://www.brahmin.com/small-ashle...100720.html?dwvar_T7215100720_color=BlueTopaz
Is it too close to Wonderland?
Also, does Dillard's ever put Brahmin on sale? Are there any promo codes?
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Dillard’s rarely does sales outside of their markdowns to move inventory. No promo codes. Sometimes they’ll do a random 25 or 30% off. You’d have to check the website or local store. In the past they’ve done after Thanksgiving sale but it doesn’t include new colors/inventory but they sometimes include their core colors (black, pecan, toasted). They also have a New Years Day sale that is crazy (clearing out inventory that’s been marked down as well) but I usually avoid it because it’s too many people. I don’t know if they’re going to have that one because of COVID.
Does have an opinion on the Johanna vs. Tabitha models?
My only other Brahmin is the Margo at the moment.
My only other Brahmin is the Margo at the moment.
How do you like Margo? What color do you have? I've been waiting for weeks for Margo and small Johanna to get delivered.
Just comparing the two online, the Johanna is bigger and has an outside pocket, but the shoulder drop is less. The Johanna is going to stick out a bit further from your body, but not much, and the extra depth might make is easier to arrange your things. I would be a little concerned that it would be difficult to zip the Tabitha due to the curve. Just based on the online pictures, I like Johanna better because of the pocket and that it is a little more east west. I like the look better.
Hi everyone! It’s been a while since I’ve been on TPF. About a year ago I bought (at full price) this mod Bowie in mother of Pearl. I purposely bought from Zappos as they had a 365 day return period. And so this very pretty bag sat completely unused for a year while I decided if I could justify spending this much on a bag (what can I say…I’m cheap by the standards on this blog 
).
The return date was approaching and as I opened up the box to check that everything was all set to ship it back, I had a change of heart. And now I’ve been using her quite often!
(I think it may have been have been me who refered to MOP as dragon skin).
I love that this bag doesn’t tip over as I carry a 500ml bottle in it! Too bad Brahmin discontinued this style.
I love their iridescent colors…I’m wondering why they don’t make keychains or small accessories like last year:
).The return date was approaching and as I opened up the box to check that everything was all set to ship it back, I had a change of heart. And now I’ve been using her quite often!
(I think it may have been have been me who refered to MOP as dragon skin).
I love that this bag doesn’t tip over as I carry a 500ml bottle in it! Too bad Brahmin discontinued this style.
I love their iridescent colors…I’m wondering why they don’t make keychains or small accessories like last year:
I'm glad you decided to keep her! MOP is gorgeous!Hi everyone! It’s been a while since I’ve been on TPF. About a year ago I bought (at full price) this mod Bowie in mother of Pearl. I purposely bought from Zappos as they had a 365 day return period. And so this very pretty bag sat completely unused for a year while I decided if I could justify spending this much on a bag (what can I say…I’m cheap by the standards on this blog
The return date was approaching and as I opened up the box to check that everything was all set to ship it back, I had a change of heart. And now I’ve been using her quite often!
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(I think it may have been have been me who refered to MOP as dragon skin).
I love that this bag doesn’t tip over as I carry a 500ml bottle in it! Too bad Brahmin discontinued this style.
I love their iridescent colors…I’m wondering why they don’t make keychains or small accessories like last year:
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I have the pecan. I will say if you carry Brahmin accessories, I’ve had poor luck getting them to fit in the zipper compartment - mask wallet, etc… but it’s the prettiest crossbody I saw at the time and found quickly!
Thanks! I still haven't received my bags, one ordered from Belk and the other from Dillards. I've never had a delivery take so long. I really liked the shape of the Margo so I hope I like it in person. I only have one Brahmin wallet but it is a long wallet and I've been using smaller wallets so they'll work with whatever size bag I'm carrying.
Hi, all. I’m new here, and joined Purseblog (after lurking for years), just to be able to comment about Brahmin!
First discovered the brand after finding a vintage baguette handbag at a thrift shop. The quality was apparent immediately and I googled. Despite being a New Englander, originally, I’d never heard of it! It seems their fan base is mostly in the South/Southwest? (Maybe a topic for another post).
I just bought another from a secondhand shop the other night, and am in love all over again. The quality is superior. The bag is the same one that’s used in the demo video for how to use their leather conditioner! I was trying to date it, but can’t find any resources. For example, in my older baguette, the lining is plain chamois (the name ‘Brahmin’ is not printed on it, but there’s brass plate with the name inside) and does not have any tag stating where the bag was made. The medallion is quite detailed. The “newer“ satchel also has a chamois lining with the word “Brahmin” printed throughout, and a tag that says “Made in China”. The medallion is the simpler design with less detail. I’m assuming it’s more recent.
There is NO information online about when these evolutions took place. When did the company change to the simpler medallion? Newer versions of the lining? Neither bag has a brass nameplate on the outside.
There’s so little information about the history of the company! I did send a request to see if they can tell me the name of the bag that is in their video.
and speaking of which, I wanted to share the link to their Vimeo channel, which shows a few little videos of styles being modeled.https://vimeo.com/user55407657/collections
First discovered the brand after finding a vintage baguette handbag at a thrift shop. The quality was apparent immediately and I googled. Despite being a New Englander, originally, I’d never heard of it! It seems their fan base is mostly in the South/Southwest? (Maybe a topic for another post).
I just bought another from a secondhand shop the other night, and am in love all over again. The quality is superior. The bag is the same one that’s used in the demo video for how to use their leather conditioner! I was trying to date it, but can’t find any resources. For example, in my older baguette, the lining is plain chamois (the name ‘Brahmin’ is not printed on it, but there’s brass plate with the name inside) and does not have any tag stating where the bag was made. The medallion is quite detailed. The “newer“ satchel also has a chamois lining with the word “Brahmin” printed throughout, and a tag that says “Made in China”. The medallion is the simpler design with less detail. I’m assuming it’s more recent.
There is NO information online about when these evolutions took place. When did the company change to the simpler medallion? Newer versions of the lining? Neither bag has a brass nameplate on the outside.
There’s so little information about the history of the company! I did send a request to see if they can tell me the name of the bag that is in their video.
and speaking of which, I wanted to share the link to their Vimeo channel, which shows a few little videos of styles being modeled.https://vimeo.com/user55407657/collections
It sounds like you’ve picked up some really nice bags! I can’t give information on your specific one, but can attest to the quality of Brahmin. Brahmin was my ‘gateway drug’ into the addictive world of designer handbags.
I’ve gone on to collect Chanel’s and Dior’s, but I still have my Brahmin and enjoy using them.
Have fun with your bags and maybe you can post a couple of pics!