I am thinking of getting this bag (in the brown color they show). I have been saving up $5 a week to buy my self something really nice for my graduation and I was planning on buying something in the $200 range. This is the first bag that really speaks to me and I love how it is neutral but the red gives it a little twist. Do you think this bag is worth $175? Shipping is free so that's not a problem and I can always return it. I guess I just need some encouragement because that will be the most I have ever spent on one item (besides my car but that doesn't count).
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Bad taste is like a nice dash of paprika. We all could use more of it. It's no taste I'm against. -Diana Vreeland
It was very hard for me to buy bags than were more than $70 for the longest time. I finally paid $230 for my black Moschino purse (to replace a $20 fake leather bag that was falling apart) but it's really basic and simple too. I defintely haven't regretted it in the least.
You will get so much use out of a bag that color, the leather is very nice, and it's a pretty classic shape with a twist. You defintely won't be ashamed to carry it in five or even ten years and I have to hand it to you for having such good taste...I didn't have it when I was in HS.
I like it, and I like the red behind the grommets. If you really like it, go ahead and get it. It's a nice and neutral color that will go well with a lot of things in the fall and winter.
Also, from this post, kealohoa said the brown was a much more coffee color than the reddish brown, just so you know.
I love that bag and do think it is worth the price, even though I got my Tano bag on sale for a bit less. I don't think you can go wrong with that style and color!