That Ali just could not go back....

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wow, my mom sold her Ali for the back-problem reason . . . it's a shame too because although she was right in selling it, I like it now. she offered it to me first, but i didn't like it and now i want one! she sold it for like $350! oh well.

anyway (back on topic) my advice is to pick a bag you like that won't physically hurt you.
EEEK, $350, it sells for $378.00. On Ebay I would guess. I did not realize that the leather was so very heavy having the smaller zip and the signature zip and the shoulder in signature in the cruisewear. I am not going to keep it if this back pain is present. low...it really hurts nope..
 
sry i just have to say i love the fact that you say "oink" when refering to how much you purchase. it sounds a lot like me. i almost can't say no if i have the cash on hand! i think the ali is gorgous but if you're not going to use it, or if it's going to cause you problems, you know what you have to do.

*ponders purchasing the piggy coach charm* ;)

i definately hear ya, sometimes it's very hard to say no!~
Yes , no is a one word sentence...and yes, the correct word is "OINKER" LOL...Yes the piggy charm is perfect for me...
 
I noticed that you didn't want to take your bags back to the boutique because of the SA's there. Instead you returned them to the outlet. I think their computers are linked up so when you go back to the boutique to buy something, the SA's can see that you did an outlet return, I think.
I do not think they check at the stores for one store does not have the info that the other's have. I just really like this store and hate to go back with that bag..I really am not sure if you are right or not..no one ever asked me for I have done it before...when I have not worn something and gotten something else at the outlet. The outlets and the stores are not connected in any way and have different merchandise...Thanks though for the info,....
 
It is the smaller ALi 10327, and it measures 10x13 by about 1 1/2 not 3 inces wide, but still it does have the heavy leather and that side hardware on a smaller scale. I thought it would be lighter...but it is not much..We will see when the signature gets here. I thought it best to just wait a day or two. Yes, I agree no cuteness is worth pain to the body or the pocketbook....it is not only bags but other things do it too, but a bag one carries for hours takes a toll and if I feel it quickly, it is not the bag for me, you are CORRECT!!!!!!
UPDATE: my espresso Ali the smaller one arrived and it is really cute. Much lighter..but I weighed the same one in Whiskey and empty there is only a pound between them and the same for the Legacy Cruisewear Denim which I like. That extra lb in the leather and with about a lb and 1/2 of stuff in it makes the difference immediately in the back. So, it is still here..but probably leaving before the weekend. I is adorable but just not worth it...you are right
 
Hi,

I understand the issue. I've had some back problems in the past, and I REALLY love my Ali in whiskey but I can't carry it for too long b/c it hurts my back. I like the leather, though, because it is so durable. The hardware really adds weight, too.

I have a sig braided hobo that I use everday, and that seems to be my best bet. It's much lighter. Maybe the new shoulder totes? Some have leather bottoms, which make them durable but still much lighter!

Good luck.:jammin:
 
Hi,

I understand the issue. I've had some back problems in the past, and I REALLY love my Ali in whiskey but I can't carry it for too long b/c it hurts my back. I like the leather, though, because it is so durable. The hardware really adds weight, too.

I have a sig braided hobo that I use everday, and that seems to be my best bet. It's much lighter. Maybe the new shoulder totes? Some have leather bottoms, which make them durable but still much lighter!

Good luck.:jammin:
What I did was return the whiskey zip, zipper problems and get the 10327 Slim Whiskey flap which is much thinner than the Ali and much lighter to me. I put very little in it, wristlet Whiskey french wallet and keys, cell and it seems to be okay!!!!!Yah hoo, I kept it....Thanks...but I would consider it to be a lot lighter than the regurlar Ali. THANKS!!!!!!!
 
It is so bothersome to love those beauties and to have to do without when one could hurt you. I too, have back problems and I have found that longer straps tend to do the trick. I do not have herniated discs (sorry about yours) but can tell the difference, depending on the straps. Good Luck, it must be difficult!

Forgo to mention: Miss Piggy is very classy, so yay :sneaky: for: "oink, oink"
 
It is so bothersome to love those beauties and to have to do without when one could hurt you. I too, have back problems and I have found that longer straps tend to do the trick. I do not have herniated discs (sorry about yours) but can tell the difference, depending on the straps. Good Luck, it must be difficult!

Forgo to mention: Miss Piggy is very classy, so yay :sneaky: for: "oink, oink"
Yes I go with Miss Piggy for class too. I kept the smaller Ali 10327 leather whiskey bag anyway OINK and the signature also...I have the whiskey wallet which is getting scratched I think that is normal don't you ? Yes, the longer straps are easier than the regular shoulder bags and I just got the shoulder tote in multicolor flags...lol... very cute in person with the wristlet. I should be on a ban for a long while lol OINK....
After all I only have two arms...at the moment...LOL. Could not find your collection..send to me again..:heart:
 
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