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I'm turning into a bag lady!

Elizabeth P

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Went to the mall to get a jigsaw puzzle for my, daughter, Danier was at the bottom of the escalator, sale on handbags...

Need I say more?

But I do feel I need to justify... this baby has silver hardware, and
finding a bag that is cobalt with silver has been a HEWI for me. It wasn't' a TOTAL whim - just a little one :).

ETA: I'm actually torn between two (bought the first but may change my mind)... which do you like better? They are about the same size, first one has more pockets, second one has wider opening. Which one do you think looks more modern, or is it a toss up?

JODIE Pebbled Leather Large Crossbody

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Latest reply was from Jenny H

shedev

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Very nice bag.

UmmLila (Lisa)

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What a lovely color. I slightly prefer the second one.

SW Ann

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I love the color and prefer #2. I have a couple of different bags in this shape and LOVE them....

kellygirl

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I've aways leaned toward the first style (because of functionality) but since coming to YLF I think I've developed a preference for the second style. I like the handle drop on the second--looks long enough to wear over the shoulder.

Elizabeth P

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Thanks, I'm leaning towards picking up the second one this afternoon and test driving them both. I think I prefer the shape of the second as well, and the opening on the first really is a bit small... not too small, but I'm wondering if it'll be a pita to find things in when full. But the first has three extra pockets, the second onlly two, which appeals to me.

Such first world problems!

Kelly, the drop is totally fine to wear on the shoulder, with a puffer. Critical!

MTBGirl

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They're both very nice! Is the first one just a cross body and if so does that matter to you?

lyn67

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I think the first one is a cross body, so it depends how would you like to use it. I like the style of nr 2 better for a more ladylike vibe.

Tanya

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Such a pretty color, very fresh. I am with Lyn, first one is more sporty/practical, the second one more ladylike; so it depends on what look you are going for.

Elizabeth P

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Yes the first is a cross body. And no, that doesn't matter to me. I generally wear bags under my arm, over a shoulder, like you'd carry the second one. Which you can do with the first, by shortening the strap. The crossbody function is a nice option, but not something I expect to use much.

Elizabeth P

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Oh dear, sporty and practical vs ladylike... now that's a tough call!

Suz

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I like the second one, but that's just me -- has to do with the style that works for me, personally.

I love my cobalt bag. I pretty much only use it in summer, but it is a workhorse then.

missvee

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I love the second one - it's such an interesting shape and the wide opening is super practical.
I closed my eyes the other day and walked right by Danier - just too much temptation!

Anonymous

I adore bags. You picked well. I like the second one better.

Anonymous

I love the color! I would go for the second bag, it is more modern.

Elizabeth P

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Thanks ladies! Picked up the second one this afteroon, and am leaning towards that as well. The first one seems a bit clunky.... almost too big for that style. Although I do prefer the pocket arrangement on the first.

deb

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I prefer the second one, but that is just my style. I think both are a beautiful blue.

Marilyn

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They're both nice. If push came to shove I'd probably pick #2.
Great colour and price. Nice find!

jackiec

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Great bags! Totally depends on how they look and feel ON you. Oh boy. I passed a Danier yesterday running a quick errand in a mall that I don't go to very often. I made myself walk right past. I was in one of those emotional buy-anything moods and it would have been dangerous since do really don't need anything....or do I? Nice buy, Elizabeth.

Angie

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Fun bags, and welcome to the Team. xo

Dee

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Oh, I love these! I have a slight preference for the second one, but they are both lovely. I miss Danier so much since moving out of Canada!

Firecracker (Sharan)

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I like the style of the second bag, because it's what I like to carry. As to looks, I like the first one, because of that cute buckled pocket. If they were different sizes, I would be tempted to get both if I were you, since it's such a great color for you. I have two bags in taupe--one large for everyday, and one small cross-body, for travel, sightseeing, going out in the evening, etc.

Deborah

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Hard call as they are both really gorgeous. I think either work with your style but #2 has a slightly more lady like look to it. I think it will come down to which one is the most comfortable and most functional for you. Either way I don't think you can loose.

Jenny H

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Dissenting voice here-- I vote for the first one. That's the one I would pick. But being able to carry a bag cross body helps a lot when you bicycle as much as I do. But I also prefer the shape of that one. It has a more modern feel to me, with the straight edges.

Also, want to offer my "why aren't there more bags with silver hardware" sympathy. I've passed by a lot of great bags lately because they lacked silver hardware.