Dior, Ferragamo, Fendi and Louis Vuitton all have exotics as well as Kwanpen (brand from singapore) and at a lower price point, Maria Oliver.
Your favorite type of "exotic" leather?
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Fendi 2Jours alligator:
Chanel classic diamond forever white:
Chanel python classic mini Flap green:
Chanel alligator and diamond red:
Cartier Panthere de Cartier niloticus crocodile green:
Balenciaga Hourglass embossed:
Balenciaga hourglass black:
Gucci Dionysus python:
Bulgari emerald magnifica serpenti forever:
Chanel classic diamond forever white:
Chanel python classic mini Flap green:
Chanel alligator and diamond red:
Cartier Panthere de Cartier niloticus crocodile green:
Balenciaga Hourglass embossed:
Balenciaga hourglass black:
Gucci Dionysus python:
Bulgari emerald magnifica serpenti forever:
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It absolutely depends on the bag, I don't have a favourite.
For the rain, ostrich or eel, something that the quill marks or lines (eel) are going to be in-keeping with the general shape of the bag and not compete with too much hardware.
All exotics are supposed to be for day but lizard can look refined. For smaller formal bag that would be more for evening or parties, like a mini Lady Dior, lizard
Stingray is very heavy, same with Caiman croc, so no flaps.
For structured or semi structured bags, python. My Gucci, hand-painted, malachite python 1973 with G-detail is one of my favourite bag, but it's not everyday wear. Totes must be lined in leather or suede to support the skin.
Depends on the croc and the scale. For a formal day bag of approx 30cm, appropriate scale polished (not glazed) porosus/de nilo croc.
For larger bags alligator, as the scale proportions can also go bigger.
Karung is a durable and pretty skin too, as pretty as python and other snake, but more durable.
Not exotic, but rare these days, boar or pigskin are underrated as interesting leathers. You'll only need one structured day bag, coz it will last a lifetime.
For the rain, ostrich or eel, something that the quill marks or lines (eel) are going to be in-keeping with the general shape of the bag and not compete with too much hardware.
All exotics are supposed to be for day but lizard can look refined. For smaller formal bag that would be more for evening or parties, like a mini Lady Dior, lizard
Stingray is very heavy, same with Caiman croc, so no flaps.
For structured or semi structured bags, python. My Gucci, hand-painted, malachite python 1973 with G-detail is one of my favourite bag, but it's not everyday wear. Totes must be lined in leather or suede to support the skin.
Depends on the croc and the scale. For a formal day bag of approx 30cm, appropriate scale polished (not glazed) porosus/de nilo croc.
For larger bags alligator, as the scale proportions can also go bigger.
Karung is a durable and pretty skin too, as pretty as python and other snake, but more durable.
Not exotic, but rare these days, boar or pigskin are underrated as interesting leathers. You'll only need one structured day bag, coz it will last a lifetime.
This is cool. What other fancy shoes are similar (doesn't have to be Hippopotamus skin)?
This is my karung bag from Bvlgari, I have a matching mini wallet as well. The camera doesn't pick up the gold sparkles in the skin.
If not for the quality issues, I would really love this bag because it is beautiful.
I also have a black Python wallet from RL Collection which is exquisite but delicate ; as well as a burgundy snakeskin bag from MK Collection that is sturdy and lightweight and a pleasure to wear.
If not for the quality issues, I would really love this bag because it is beautiful.
I also have a black Python wallet from RL Collection which is exquisite but delicate ; as well as a burgundy snakeskin bag from MK Collection that is sturdy and lightweight and a pleasure to wear.
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Generally, I love crocodile, but Chanel in python or alligator really gets my heart fluttering 😍
very close but not quite!
this is a good summary:
Hermès Alligator vs. Crocodile Bag — What’s the Difference?
Hermès crocodile and alligator handbags are among the most coveted styles on the market, but what’s the difference between these two exotic skins? Read on to find out.
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Thx so much 🤗very close but not quite!
this is a good summary:
Hermès Alligator vs. Crocodile Bag — What’s the Difference?
Hermès crocodile and alligator handbags are among the most coveted styles on the market, but what’s the difference between these two exotic skins? Read on to find out.
Hello, I’m a newbie here and I’m not sure if I can create new thread. I have a question and hope you can help me. Have you traveled with your python skin bag? Did you have any issue at the airport? I’m planning to travel to China from US and will bring my bag. Thanks for your reply.
AFAIK, US allows python skin bags, so you should be fine. But I would carry the paperwork with you - CITES paperwork and a copy of your receipt, without which I would not leave the country with an exotic skin bag.
