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Does anyone know if the new suede lining is a seasonal thing, or will it be permanent? I saw that all the fall Dioramas I tried on have the suede lining. It makes the bag feel really flimsy and not a structured.

I really dislike the suede lining so I might need to look for a preloved bag instead of buying new :(
 
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pinkrose398 said:
Does anyone know if the new suede lining is a seasonal thing, or will it be permanent? I saw that all the fall Dioramas I tried on have the suede lining. It makes the bag feel really flimsy and not a structured.

I really dislike the suede lining so I might need to look for a preloved bag instead of buying new :sad:
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The suede lining is permanent, and it is not the reason why the bag feels "flimsy". The new Dioramas are made with more supple large-grained calfskin on the top, especially in comparison to the more rigid small-grained calfskin of the past. I think this makes the bag more luxurious, since the leather doesn't feel "plasticky". It still holds its structure very well as there is a reinforcement structure between the leather layers, although it feels more supple to the touch.
 
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averagejoe said:
The suede lining is permanent, and it is not the reason why the bag feels "flimsy". The new Dioramas are made with more supple large-grained calfskin on the top, especially in comparison to the more rigid small-grained calfskin of the past. I think this makes the bag more luxurious, since the leather doesn't feel "plasticky". It still holds its structure very well as there is a reinforcement structure between the leather layers, although it feels more supple to the touch.
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That's good to know. I really liked the feel of the older smaller grained leather, it doesn't feel as luxurious but it feels way more sturdy and durable. Too bad the interior is suede, while the new design is definitely more luxurious, I feel like it becomes less carefree. I don't like babying my bags so I might have to go the pre-owned route.

Thanks for the info!
 
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pinkrose398 said:
That's good to know. I really liked the feel of the older smaller grained leather, it doesn't feel as luxurious but it feels way more sturdy and durable. Too bad the interior is suede, while the new design is definitely more luxurious, I feel like it becomes less carefree. I don't like babying my bags so I might have to go the pre-owned route.

Thanks for the info!
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I actually own the supple calfskin Diorama and I've been using it 2 weeks straight and no issues. I don't baby my bags either but I don't toss them around.
 
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Question: are the [solid] colors on the official site the only available diorama colors? I'm heading to Italy next Friday evening and, at this point, I've set my sights on a diorama. At this point, I've narrowed it down to the gray and the blue, based on what's on the site.
 
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I'm sooo in love with the diorama gold and I looooove the dior service.. the SA was sooo nice .. I was sooo tempted to buy it..my husband and I said it would have been bette to buy the diorama instead of the chanel double flap bag jumbo which I bought 2 months ago just because the service was sooo great and much better than the chanel service in Austria..... This bag with this leather is on my wish list I love the metalic look.. does the diorama with this special leather has any cons?? color transfer? does it keep its shape? thank you for the info
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Nikki528 said:
Question: are the [solid] colors on the official site the only available diorama colors? I'm heading to Italy next Friday evening and, at this point, I've set my sights on a diorama. At this point, I've narrowed it down to the gray and the blue, based on what's on the site.
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There are more colours and styles available in stores. The online selection is just a small selection of what is available in boutiques.
 
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Sandra.AT said:
I'm sooo in love with the diorama gold and I looooove the dior service.. the SA was sooo nice .. I was sooo tempted to buy it..my husband and I said it would have been bette to buy the diorama instead of the chanel double flap bag jumbo which I bought 2 months ago just because the service was sooo great and much better than the chanel service in Austria..... This bag with this leather is on my wish list I love the metalic look.. does the diorama with this special leather has any cons?? color transfer? does it keep its shape? thank you for the info
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This design definitely keeps its shape. However, the perforated metallic leather is on the delicate side. The perforations expose the leather and make it susceptible to peeling around some perforations where there is a lot of rubbing. If you are careful with the bag and avoid rubbing the corners and parts that protrude, then this shouldn't happen.
 
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averagejoe said:
There are more colours and styles available in stores. The online selection is just a small selection of what is available in boutiques.
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Thank you! Can I just say that I love all of your posts? You are super knowledge about Dior, to the point where I wish I would see you in other brand sub forums to have the benefit of all of your knowledge. [emoji3]
 
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Nikki528 said:
Thank you! Can I just say that I love all of your posts? You are super knowledge about Dior, to the point where I wish I would see you in other brand sub forums to have the benefit of all of your knowledge. [emoji3]
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Aww thanks! I'm just a huge Dior fan! Our members here are actually more knowledgeable than me. They have the latest intel (new release pics) and boutique stock photos. I learn all these things from them.
 
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Sandra.AT said:
I'm sooo in love with the diorama gold and I looooove the dior service.. the SA was sooo nice .. I was sooo tempted to buy it..my husband and I said it would have been bette to buy the diorama instead of the chanel double flap bag jumbo which I bought 2 months ago just because the service was sooo great and much better than the chanel service in Austria..... This bag with this leather is on my wish list I love the metalic look.. does the diorama with this special leather has any cons?? color transfer? does it keep its shape? thank you for the info
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Your experience and thoughts sounds exactly like mine!! The micro cannage is so stunning in person. I wasn't even eyeing it but when I saw it in the store I couldn't take my eyes off it! And the customer service is seriously the best best! Not pushy but friendly and sincere. :). Even after I got my bag, (I didn't get the metallic though, went for a pink.. first :p), my SA has still been really patient and helpful. I also love that I can bring my bag to Dior for polishing!
 
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