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YouLookFab Forum » Topic: The battle of satchels - picture heavy! https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-battle-of-satchels---picture-heavy Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Mon, 20 Apr 2026 13:42:52 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 <![CDATA[Search]]> q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php Anonymous on "The battle of satchels - picture heavy!" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-battle-of-satchels---picture-heavy/page/2#post-1110276 Wed, 11 Dec 2013 01:19:42 +0000 Anonymous 1110276@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ The dove color seems like a more modern choice to me since it's kind of breaking some fashion rules (about using a light bag in winter). I've been off black bags in general for a while, but with your dark hair, it would be a better choice for you than me. You also might have the black one longer, as it won't show wear as fast. The dove one might date because it's a little trendier IMO. Definitely sleep on it. The right one just may reveal itself to you in a dream. Happy Birthday! MRL on "The battle of satchels - picture heavy!" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-battle-of-satchels---picture-heavy/page/2#post-1110212 Wed, 11 Dec 2013 00:40:08 +0000 MRL 1110212@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I like both bags and would want to keep them both. But if I had to choose just one, I would give the edge to the dove gray bag as it is more unique. Beth on "The battle of satchels - picture heavy!" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-battle-of-satchels---picture-heavy/page/2#post-1110127 Tue, 10 Dec 2013 23:43:48 +0000 Beth 1110127@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I love both, and the style is versatile enough to duplicate. The different colors also serve different needs, right? Keep both. Lisa on "The battle of satchels - picture heavy!" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-battle-of-satchels---picture-heavy/page/2#post-1110011 Tue, 10 Dec 2013 21:49:58 +0000 Lisa 1110011@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I like the Dove best, many of your coats are dark and the dove is a nice lighter color contrast here.  Also I think a black bag is easier to find (more choices) whereas that dove grey is a unique color I don't see very often. Classically Casual on "The battle of satchels - picture heavy!" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-battle-of-satchels---picture-heavy/page/2#post-1109734 Tue, 10 Dec 2013 17:03:40 +0000 Classically Casual 1109734@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Dove!  It looks lighter & happier...less somber in other words Angie on "The battle of satchels - picture heavy!" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-battle-of-satchels---picture-heavy/page/2#post-1109653 Tue, 10 Dec 2013 15:33:58 +0000 Angie 1109653@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ High five, Mr. Sveta. This shape of satchel has brilliant longevity.  Sveta, I missed the news about your punctured Theory dream - very busy with clients at the moment. What happened?  Von on "The battle of satchels - picture heavy!" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-battle-of-satchels---picture-heavy/page/2#post-1109626 Tue, 10 Dec 2013 15:02:52 +0000 Von 1109626@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ If one HAS to go back, I vote for the black. There will always be black contenders for a place in the wardrobe, but the Dove is just an eye catching bag.  Understated, no frills, but you just have to stop to take a second look at it. Windchime on "The battle of satchels - picture heavy!" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-battle-of-satchels---picture-heavy/page/2#post-1109472 Tue, 10 Dec 2013 12:26:08 +0000 Windchime 1109472@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ It sounds like you have found Your Black Bag. So you should definitely keep it. That being said, the dove also looks marvelous with the colors and the styles in your wardrobe. Black and dove grey are both neutrals; if you can afford to, why not keep both? cheryle (Dianthus) on "The battle of satchels - picture heavy!" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-battle-of-satchels---picture-heavy/page/2#post-1109464 Tue, 10 Dec 2013 12:10:33 +0000 cheryle (Dianthus) 1109464@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I am back for round two.  I think if you really want both, perhaps keep the black and look at a few of the other bags in dove (or similar shade) for a slightly different shape/style for the dove.  Bags are worn daily so the duplicate might feel too repetitive after a short period of time and since black is harder for you to find, I think it is the keeper. Anonymous on "The battle of satchels - picture heavy!" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-battle-of-satchels---picture-heavy/page/2#post-1109445 Tue, 10 Dec 2013 10:54:41 +0000 Anonymous 1109445@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ If you love the shape and construction, I say keep both! DizzyLizzy on "The battle of satchels - picture heavy!" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-battle-of-satchels---picture-heavy/page/2#post-1109425 Tue, 10 Dec 2013 09:03:18 +0000 DizzyLizzy 1109425@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ My mind says keep the black. So practical. My heart says keep the dove. It lights up your outfits. Sheila on "The battle of satchels - picture heavy!" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-battle-of-satchels---picture-heavy/page/2#post-1109367 Tue, 10 Dec 2013 06:06:52 +0000 Sheila 1109367@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I like the black with everything and the lighter bag with some of your outerwear...so if you want something that will look good with everything then it should be the black one. However...if you can swing it, why not keep both? rae on "The battle of satchels - picture heavy!" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-battle-of-satchels---picture-heavy/page/2#post-1109366 Tue, 10 Dec 2013 06:06:22 +0000 rae 1109366@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Dove dove dove! Neel on "The battle of satchels - picture heavy!" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-battle-of-satchels---picture-heavy/page/2#post-1109364 Tue, 10 Dec 2013 05:49:37 +0000 Neel 1109364@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I love the pop that the dove adds to your outfits. I am not a big fan of the black mainly because its predictable. And you are right in thinking that you will always find loads of black bags. BUT I also think that if you like the structure and style of the bag then you could also keep both if your budget allows. I do that too! Beth Ann on "The battle of satchels - picture heavy!" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-battle-of-satchels---picture-heavy/page/2#post-1109359 Tue, 10 Dec 2013 05:25:58 +0000 Beth Ann 1109359@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Both are beautiful, and perhaps you should keep both.  If it's only to be one, I vote, hands down for Dove.  I like it best, but I also agree that it's far easier to find interesting black bags. carambola on "The battle of satchels - picture heavy!" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-battle-of-satchels---picture-heavy/page/2#post-1109356 Tue, 10 Dec 2013 05:20:08 +0000 carambola 1109356@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I vote for the dove. I like how it brightens up your outfits, yet is still neutral and versatile. If you keep both, will you get tired of the shape? Janet on "The battle of satchels - picture heavy!" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-battle-of-satchels---picture-heavy/page/2#post-1109340 Tue, 10 Dec 2013 04:45:13 +0000 Janet 1109340@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ OK, i'm late to this, but I'm not looking at the other responses. I'm going with my initial gut reaction, which surprises me because it's not black! I really like how the dove grey plays with your wardrobe. I think either one works beautifully, but the dove is really appealing to me for your style. It stands out just a bit more, but is seasonless (to my eye) and distinctive. Now I'm curious to see if I'm swimming with the tide or I'm an outlier. Off to read the other responses... Jewell on "The battle of satchels - picture heavy!" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-battle-of-satchels---picture-heavy/page/2#post-1109299 Tue, 10 Dec 2013 03:45:15 +0000 Jewell 1109299@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Yes, you need to sleep on it. I think they're both lovely, but I find the dove colored one more interesting. I do think we need to see a few more pics, perhaps with different footwear and no coat since you'll be removing it indoors. And what a treat to get a little outerwear fashion show while helping you decide. I'm thoroughly enjoying all your shopping posts, Sveta! Karie on "The battle of satchels - picture heavy!" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-battle-of-satchels---picture-heavy/page/2#post-1109286 Tue, 10 Dec 2013 03:32:21 +0000 Karie 1109286@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Oh I love both! Do you already have a black bag? I know no matter what color bag I have, I always like to have one black bag. If you don't have a good quality black bag, I would keep the black. If you do, go for the gray - it's beautiful! Susie on "The battle of satchels - picture heavy!" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-battle-of-satchels---picture-heavy/page/2#post-1109284 Tue, 10 Dec 2013 03:30:32 +0000 Susie 1109284@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Gosh that's a tough choice but I think I prefer the black one with your coats. JAileen on "The battle of satchels - picture heavy!" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-battle-of-satchels---picture-heavy/page/2#post-1109281 Tue, 10 Dec 2013 03:27:53 +0000 JAileen 1109281@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I agree with Angie and your husband - keep both! karymk on "The battle of satchels - picture heavy!" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-battle-of-satchels---picture-heavy/page/2#post-1109279 Tue, 10 Dec 2013 03:27:09 +0000 karymk 1109279@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I think both too Sveta. They both do different things.  I love you in your J. Renees!  I adore the bag style. You chose well. Sveta on "The battle of satchels - picture heavy!" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-battle-of-satchels---picture-heavy/page/2#post-1109274 Tue, 10 Dec 2013 03:23:37 +0000 Sveta 1109274@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Oh-oh, no wonder I cannot make up my mind! Angie, this is what my hubby says - keep both! :-) One part of me whispers to keep the dove because it is easier to find a black bag. I really like the dove color and I don't have any fear of it getting dirty or being too light for winter: I am wearing cream trousers and white leather jacket all winter long! On the other hand I really like the black one too . It was the first ever black bag I got attracted to, for some reason no brainer black bag is the hardest thing for me to find. I think this is because I am  not attracted to the color and therefore everything else should be able to stand on its own. Somehow this black bag does pull at my heart strings... but so does the dove one! I can keep both really, especially now when I am returning almost all my JCrew order and shoes which did not fit.. and when  my Theory dream was punctured! Angie, do you think it is a wise thing to keep both? I do admire the shape and style of this bag and gold hardware and the fact that zipper extends to the bottom on both sides....as for the colors I think they both can play a role in my wardrobe. After all there is a reason why I never owned a black bag yet... I guess I need to sleep on this... Dee on "The battle of satchels - picture heavy!" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-battle-of-satchels---picture-heavy#post-1109262 Tue, 10 Dec 2013 03:09:43 +0000 Dee 1109262@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ They are both lovely but I really like the contrast of the dove gray. It brightens up all of your outfits yet still works well as a neutral.  Jaime on "The battle of satchels - picture heavy!" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-battle-of-satchels---picture-heavy#post-1109256 Tue, 10 Dec 2013 02:59:24 +0000 Jaime 1109256@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Well I like Angie's solution but if you must choose I reluctantly vote black. Angela K on "The battle of satchels - picture heavy!" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-battle-of-satchels---picture-heavy#post-1109251 Tue, 10 Dec 2013 02:55:57 +0000 Angela K 1109251@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Both bags are beautiful. But if you are only keeping one, I vote black. I had a dove gray bag years ago, wore it with a red top and you guessed it, the bag was ruined. One side was covered in red dye! so if you decide to keep the gray, be careful with it. Parsley on "The battle of satchels - picture heavy!" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-battle-of-satchels---picture-heavy#post-1109176 Tue, 10 Dec 2013 02:03:54 +0000 Parsley 1109176@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Both are so nice! I'm voting for the dove gray, but it's a tough call. Eden on "The battle of satchels - picture heavy!" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-battle-of-satchels---picture-heavy#post-1109174 Tue, 10 Dec 2013 02:02:39 +0000 Eden 1109174@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ One more vote for black. Angie on "The battle of satchels - picture heavy!" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-battle-of-satchels---picture-heavy#post-1109171 Tue, 10 Dec 2013 02:00:39 +0000 Angie 1109171@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ You need to keep both. xo Liz A. on "The battle of satchels - picture heavy!" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-battle-of-satchels---picture-heavy#post-1109169 Tue, 10 Dec 2013 01:59:11 +0000 Liz A. 1109169@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I was thinking exactly what Merwoman said.  I much prefer the black in all cases, but I wonder what I would think if you were wearing grey pants!