Jen, how did you find the matte mandaring Hold Me?
Switching out of my NY Satchel into an HH bag for a week - the Havana. Everything has to get a rotation! After this, I'll probably dive into the LA Satchel - I'm loving the browns at the moment.
Tbh, I was worried about the deep, non-drapey base at first. Even without the stiffener, it was still deeper & more structured at the bottom than my normal carry preference. But, I was pleasantly surprised. I loved it! Very user friendly in finding everything in it. And I love how the simplicity makes it lightweight. And of course I love the matte. No shock there. The only thing I would change is I should've had the straps lengthened. It was an awkward shoulder carry for me (yes,I know...not exactly a shoulder carry bag). But that's just nit-picking now. I truly think with more use, the leather will smoosh more and it will be wonderful however I carry it.
I had a Rock Me Midi years ago and loved it but it was a tad too small for me so I had to let it go. But I recently acquired a Rock Me and the size is perfect for me! I've been carrying this bag non-stop since I got it and love it!!
^Snap! The black Rock Me is a great bag - big, but beautiful. Glad you found one you like. I've got my dark grey matte TMA out, another big bag but it fits soooo much in!