Michael Kors The Sophisticated Selma club!
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Hey ladies, quick question - has anyone ever ordered from beyond the rack? I was looking for the Selma Medium Messenger in Peanut and they're one of the only places that still sells it in that colour. Here's the link, I'm hesitant though since I've never purchased from there before.
Hey, ladies. I just ordered a chili Selma from Zappos. I fell in love with the color too late and couldn't find it anywhere but there. Unfortunately I had to pay full price. Selma arrived today and it's in pretty bad shape. It was just thrown into a box, no packaging and no stuffing so the wings are pretty dented up. I was wondering if anyone has had luck with the blow dryer method to smoothing wrinkles out of the wings? I could exchange but hate taking the chance receiving another poorly packaged bag. I hate buying purses online!
Yay! I think I found my perfect everyday Selma! I usually love for my bags to have a pop of colour so I tried a studded Mandarin Selma in the North/South size (with the side pockets). And it looked nice in the online photos the seller provided, but was way too big for everyday use! It was like a suitcase. And while I loved looking at that bright red with orange undertones, I would have to coordinate my outfits a bit better.
Then I got a large navy Selma. The colour looked like a nice neutral at the store and looks great as a satchel, but decided it looked too boxy when worn with the shoulder strap (which I mainly use, since I live in the city and have to walk everywhere). But the medium black Selma is EVERYTHING! I'm about 5'6, 115-120~lbs and it looks great on the shoulder and not too small when worn on the crook of my arm. And it goes with my otherwise dark, moody wardrobe
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I feel like Goldilocks and the three bears, the medium Selma is just right
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Then I got a large navy Selma. The colour looked like a nice neutral at the store and looks great as a satchel, but decided it looked too boxy when worn with the shoulder strap (which I mainly use, since I live in the city and have to walk everywhere). But the medium black Selma is EVERYTHING! I'm about 5'6, 115-120~lbs and it looks great on the shoulder and not too small when worn on the crook of my arm. And it goes with my otherwise dark, moody wardrobe
.I feel like Goldilocks and the three bears, the medium Selma is just right
.
Yay! I think I found my perfect everyday Selma! I usually love for my bags to have a pop of colour so I tried a studded Mandarin Selma in the North/South size (with the side pockets). And it looked nice in the online photos the seller provided, but was way too big for everyday use! It was like a suitcase. And while I loved looking at that bright red with orange undertones, I would have to coordinate my outfits a bit better.
Then I got a large navy Selma. The colour looked like a nice neutral at the store and looks great as a satchel, but decided it looked too boxy when worn with the shoulder strap (which I mainly use, since I live in the city and have to walk everywhere). But the medium black Selma is EVERYTHING! I'm about 5'6, 115-120~lbs and it looks great on the shoulder and not too small when worn on the crook of my arm. And it goes with my otherwise dark, moody wardrobe
I feel like Goldilocks and the three bears, the medium Selma is just right
Yay!!! The third time is the charm. Yes, the n/s Selma is huge, although I've seen some people pull it off. Congrats on finding your perfect bag.....
I tried the blow dryer method to smooth out some small dents but found it too difficult. Zappos is hit or miss with their packaging. I ordered my small blush sutton from there and the first time it came, it was poorly packaged..stuffed in a small box and no plastic on any parts..there were dents everywhere. I spoke to customer service about it and they said that if I reordered again I shouldn't have a problem. I repurchased it and lo and behold, the one I got was in factory packaging with the outside plastic bag still on, and all the tissue papers in the right places. I just wonder if you complain and try again, maybe they will send you a brand new one that is packaged properly?
My mom ordered these ugg-type boots from there a few years ago and they came within 3 months or more. She called them to cancel and they said they couldn't cancel the order, and could not provide refunds. I am not sure if it just depends on the vendor though..maybe my mom just had bad luck that time.
Yeah the shipping times seemed to be a bit long but I can't find the colours I like anywhere in Canada and ordering from the US means paying $350+ per bag which isn't worth it seeing as I just want these bags for quick errands and such.
Thanks for the info. I think I'll call and complain. If they still have the bag in stock, I'll take my chances with an exchange. Hopefully they'll take better care in packing the second time around. I hate when bags are shipped with a tags cut off and all original MK packing missing. For full price, I expect a bag in perfect condition!
DiamondsForever, after I looked at cinder and steel grey in store, I did some research and realized steel grey never came out in the large Selma, only the medium in the USA. I then did some more research and came across heather grey (dark grey). I remember someone posting a large heather grey Selma last year, but not being interested in grey at the time. Fast forward...I saw a large heather grey Selma on eBay (never see this color...EVER) and snatched it up. There were over 10 people watching it.I never understand why people keep watching stuff on eBay, but never buy.
Anyway, fast forward again, I just received it today...crossed my fingers while I opened the box...and instantly fell in love.I'd never seen it in real life, so took a big chance on the purchase. Well, here's my new large heather grey Selma. It should be my last Selma since I also have luggage, malachite, and sapphire. Also, it's my only true grey handbag, so fits nicely in my collection. I love that it's an icy, dark grey...will be great for fall/winter. And the second picture is next to my grey suede ankle boots. Good match. :okay:
That's an awesome shade of grey!! I haven't really been looking for a grey bag because I haven't really seen a shade that I fell in love with & I have the large Selma in the grey croc embossed. But that heather grey is the perfect shade...not too light which is the problem I have found with other grey shades. I haven't seen this shade before. This was a SCORE!!!!
On another note, I did order the large Selma in Navy from MK & it arrived just before I went on vacation. I've been a little concerned that MK may discontinue the Large Selma since he hasn't come out with any colors for Fall. I figured I had better get it while I could & it was on sale for a price I couldn't pass up. If I can find a Large Selma in Dark Dune, I will buy that one. The Navy makes my 4th Selma since I already have it in Sapphire, grey croc & black grommet. Now that I've seen this Heather grey color, I think I need one of those too!!
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That's an awesome shade of grey!! I haven't really been looking for a grey bag because I haven't really seen a shade that I fell in love with & I have the large Selma in the grey croc embossed. But that heather grey is the perfect shade...not too light which is the problem I have found with other grey shades. I haven't seen this shade before. This was a SCORE!!!!
On another note, I did order the large Selma in Navy from MK & it arrived just before I went on vacation. I've been a little concerned that MK may discontinue the Large Selma since he hasn't come out with any colors for Fall. I figured I had better get it while I could & it was on sale for a price I couldn't pass up. If I can find a Large Selma in Dark Dune, I will buy that one. The Navy makes my 4th Selma since I already have it in Sapphire, grey croc & black grommet. Now that I've seen this Heather grey color, I think I need one of those too!!
Good to hear you got your large navy Selma. I remember you saying you might get one. L&T has the large dark dune Selma online. I decided in the end not to get it because I didn't want to risk getting the lighter shade. Also, I try not to duplicate colors across bags, so opted for heather grey (which I didn't have) over another dark dune since I already have a dark dune Hamilton tote.Heather grey is a dark grey, but not so dark as steel grey. I think from light to dark it goes from pearl grey to heather grey to steel grey. I'm really glad now that they didn't make steel grey in the large Selma or I never would have discovered the heather grey one. I really love it!
Heather grey is a dark grey, but not so dark as steel grey. I think from light to dark it goes from pearl grey to heather grey to steel grey. I'm really glad now that they didn't make steel grey in the large Selma or I never would have discovered the heather grey one. I really love it!
We're on the same page when it comes to color. My Hamilton is like your's...the darker shade of Dark Dune. I haven't bought the Selma in that color because I don't want the lighter shade that came out later. I'm still mulling over whether I want another bag in that color. I need to take a trip to the stores & check out the Steel Grey IRL. MK's colors look a little different depending on the leather & some look better in soft leather rather than Saffiano. But your Heather Grey is stunning!!!
This is lovely and must go with everything. I think pearl grey is an all year round colour and it really suits you.