The coach Parker

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That's what I was thinking, especially since some people will be grabbing at the whole edge to lift the flap instead of just using the bit of flap under the turnlock.
I think the flaps on the smooth leather Parkers are possibly too thin. They seem to be weighed down in the middle by the hardware. If there was a piece of thicker board or something in between the two leather pieces to provide a smooth arched flap, I think the bag would look more lux. But it may be they wanted the more slouchy flap? I'm just comparing it to the YSL college and MK sloan "flap" bags. And obviously, Chanel.
 
I think the flaps on the smooth leather Parkers are possibly too thin. They seem to be weighed down in the middle by the hardware. If there was a piece of thicker board or something in between the two leather pieces to provide a smooth arched flap, I think the bag would look more lux. But it may be they wanted the more slouchy flap? I'm just comparing it to the YSL college and MK sloan "flap" bags. And obviously, Chanel.
The Gray Parker I got is growing on me by the day. It's quite structured & doesn't give much at all.
 
Does anyone know when the grey Parker will be available. I am so disappointed that they have not released it on the coach website yet.
It's possible this site won't update until the official launch date which I think is either tomorrow or Friday. I'm actually shocked that I saw this bag at my local Macy's because it's still not on their website even though I bought it a week ago. I know they had more in stock at my local Macy's because they brought one from the back for me to purchase.
 
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