Year of the Dragon

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I'm not too tied to the Nolita so that tells me to return it. Leather quality is important to me so when something feels plasticky like this, I know that I won't reach for it. If all I end up with is the scarf, I'm okay with that since the dragon is super large and the focal point. I wouldn't mind checking out the Coach LNY Asia exclusive bags, but I'd probably need to check out the leather first lol.
I got the Nolita too and I found that the leather is quite nice and soft on it. I’m actually worried about scratching it!
 
I keep getting ads for Cambridge satchel lunar new year collection. I have never owned a bag from this brand nor have am I born in the year of the dragon

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Me either...but I may have to snatch up their bag charm. Lol. I can't buy any more handbags ...well that's my goal...that's my story...and I'm sticking to it! Hahaha
 
Me either...but I may have to snatch up their bag charm. Lol. I can't buy any more handbags ...well that's my goal...that's my story...and I'm sticking to it! Hahaha
I feel you! Somehow FB knows what I like before I know it. If the artwork isn't a dragon (just so not me), I would love the color combo of that bag. Also the charm is such great design!
 
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For some apparel and a bag charm, CLOTS x Roots Lunar New Year collaboration called "Stay Lucky":

 
For some apparel and a bag charm, CLOTS x Roots Lunar New Year collaboration called "Stay Lucky":

Also available on the roots Canada/US sites. Some inventory is OOS now though.

 
It's FIRE! :smile: I store my chain strap inside the bag. I'm not sure how your Eleanor was packed inside but my interior was packed with paper that was folded in a way that it created a "pocket" like opening. The dust bag was folded in that opening including the chain. I kept the paper and use it to stuff my bag during storage and I just allow the chain to lay inside of the paper pocket and dropped in a silica moisture packet with the chain. The part of the chain on top of the bag and on the sides of the bag seems to be fine as it is just lightly resting on top. I will attach some pics so you can see what I am referring to. Have you taken yours out yet? :smile:
Got it!! Thank you so much for sharing @Debbie2015 😍
 
This just popped up on my phone. I clicked on one and I think this might be a Canadian website. Kind of annoying that these are a small fraction of the price of the bag I bought, but the one I got is leather and IMO superior design as I am not personally a huge fan of the logo print. I do think the Dempsey with dragon on side is cute for anyone who likes the logo pattern. I don't understand why you've the beautiful dragon artwork on the interior of the city tote.
 

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The Coach Nolita and scarf arrived. The Nolita is cute but the leather is just ok so will be returning it. The creed is pretty cool though as they note it is in collaboration with Chinese artist, Lianyang.

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The scarf is listed as 100% silk but it feels like polyester to me TBH. It's super thin so I am glad I got it on sale. Going to see if I come across the Asia exclusive bags but if not, the scarf will be the momento.

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The dragon illustration is one of the best IMO, sorry that the leather didn't meet expectations though.
 
I'm not too tied to the Nolita so that tells me to return it. Leather quality is important to me so when something feels plasticky like this, I know that I won't reach for it. If all I end up with is the scarf, I'm okay with that since the dragon is super large and the focal point. I wouldn't mind checking out the Coach LNY Asia exclusive bags, but I'd probably need to check out the leather first lol.

The scarf is amazing, and I don't think it screams 'holiday', you can enjoy it forever.
 
I keep getting ads for Cambridge satchel lunar new year collection. I have never owned a bag from this brand nor have am I born in the year of the dragon

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I saw.

1. I have a small silver satchel from many years ago, and whilst I still like and wear it, it's what it is, useful, not exactly luxury.

2. For me, in general, these are a bit 'typical' and won't date well, but the mini is cute and well priced
 
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