topic Re: ROMA 2 TOTE TSV in Shoes

ROMA 2 TOTE TSV

EZ shopper — Mon, 14 Apr 2014 02:08:30 GMT

Anyone have info on the TSV for May 16 new Roma 2 Tote? Would appreciate info or a link to order. Thanks!

Re: ROMA 2 TOTE TSV

Nikalette — Mon, 14 Apr 2014 02:14:20 GMT

Why?

Re: ROMA 2 TOTE TSV

stevieb — Mon, 14 Apr 2014 02:19:05 GMT

I have no information, but can only guess there will be new color options. Otherwise, given the issues there have been with this bag, I can't imagine why it would be a TSV again, especially so soon.

Re: ROMA 2 TOTE TSV

stevieb — Mon, 14 Apr 2014 02:22:36 GMT

Yes, I see on Lisa's FB page that it'll be offered in blush pink... Not for me, but very pretty.

Re: ROMA 2 TOTE TSV

faeriemoon — Mon, 14 Apr 2014 02:22:50 GMT

On 4/13/2014 stevieb said:
I have no information, but can only guess there will be new color options. Otherwise, given the issues there have been with this bag, I can't imagine why it would be a TSV again, especially so soon.

They probably have more returns to unload.

Re: ROMA 2 TOTE TSV

bks56 — Mon, 14 Apr 2014 03:35:12 GMT

there are supposedly new colors. Erin, who helps Lisa, did say it was the TSV for May 16th.

Re: ROMA 2 TOTE TSV

CalMom — Mon, 14 Apr 2014 04:25:46 GMT

The Insider is not up for May yet.

Re: ROMA 2 TOTE TSV

stevieb — Mon, 14 Apr 2014 04:28:08 GMT

They're going to have to come up with some stellar color options to reel me in for another one... I like the bag, but enough is more or less enough. I get that it's a tote, but this bag desperately needs a useful closure.

Re: ROMA 2 TOTE TSV

EZ shopper — Mon, 14 Apr 2014 12:46:22 GMT

I love the bag and I'm betting that after ALL the complaints with the last one, she has made improvements. They want to sell it, not get returns. When someone gets a preorder link, please share. Thanks!

Re: ROMA 2 TOTE TSV

Jannyg — Mon, 14 Apr 2014 14:03:32 GMT

When they present this bag, I wonder how (or if) they will deal with the cracking handle issue that plagued the first bag. I doubt they will tackle the issue head on but maybe they'll at least say they have a new manufacturer and drop a hint that these bags won't be a problem.

Re: ROMA 2 TOTE TSV

gardensla — Mon, 14 Apr 2014 14:09:40 GMT

I do know it will come in a pretty pink:

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maryebrown_1 — Mon, 14 Apr 2014 14:13:28 GMT

They should rename the bag...Vicenza 1...

Re: ROMA 2 TOTE TSV

Favorite Son — Mon, 14 Apr 2014 14:16:26 GMT

On 4/14/2014 shoppergrl said:
When they present this bag, I wonder how (or if) they will deal with the cracking handle issue that plagued the first bag. I doubt they will tackle the issue head on but maybe they'll at least say they have a new manufacturer and drop a hint that these bags won't be a problem.

Based upon the picture, it looks like the handles are attached to the jump ring with a folded over piece of leather, and any plastic core that creates the tubular handle ends above the seam that you see above the jump ring. I don't know how that will wear long term, but at least there does not appear to be any sealant edge subject to torsion, which is what caused the cracking of the sealant before.

Re: ROMA 2 TOTE TSV

Favorite Son — Mon, 14 Apr 2014 14:24:53 GMT

On 4/14/2014 Favorite Son said:
On 4/14/2014 shoppergrl said:
When they present this bag, I wonder how (or if) they will deal with the cracking handle issue that plagued the first bag. I doubt they will tackle the issue head on but maybe they'll at least say they have a new manufacturer and drop a hint that these bags won't be a problem.

Based upon the picture, it looks like the handles are attached to the jump ring with a folded over piece of leather, and any plastic core that creates the tubular handle ends above the seam that you see above the jump ring. I don't know how that will wear long term, but at least there does not appear to be any sealant edge subject to torsion, which is what caused the cracking of the sealant before.

Nope, I just looked at the closeup of the 'as is' GILI Roma 2. It appears that the handles are the same. That is NOT a good thing. I am really starting to like this style of handbag and would like to have one in black, but I'll just buy another Prix de Dressage.

Re: ROMA 2 TOTE TSV

toril — Mon, 14 Apr 2014 16:53:52 GMT

If the issues are corrected I would try this bag in a minute.

What is the price of the TSV?

Re: ROMA 2 TOTE TSV

Deelor — Mon, 14 Apr 2014 17:24:41 GMT

LADIES!
If you look really closely at the pic of the pink bag you can make out a magnetic closure

outline on the leather!! YEA!! I also think they might have changed the handles so they won't crack if you look at the way they are attached to the jump rings.

This might be the new bag!! Hope they have a sand or off white for the summer!

Re: ROMA 2 TOTE TSV

Ilovelife123 — Mon, 14 Apr 2014 18:11:39 GMT

This bag is not in the May Insider

Re: ROMA 2 TOTE TSV

toril — Mon, 14 Apr 2014 19:00:51 GMT

It is showing Gili TSV in May...I just saw that on the listing page so if she said it was this bag I guess that is correct. It however does not show a photo or give description. I still would like to know if this one has closure...has she addressed this issue or the handles on her site?

Re: ROMA 2 TOTE TSV

GoochiePooDoo — Mon, 14 Apr 2014 19:29:35 GMT

I bought the ostrich and the black when it was the TSV last time. I love them both, have had no issues with the leather cracking, and I wear them all the time. I hope those new colors are not too pretty, I don't think my bank account can handle it.

Re: ROMA 2 TOTE TSV

Favorite Son — Mon, 14 Apr 2014 19:32:03 GMT

On 4/14/2014 shoppergrl said:
When they present this bag, I wonder how (or if) they will deal with the cracking handle issue that plagued the first bag. I doubt they will tackle the issue head on but maybe they'll at least say they have a new manufacturer and drop a hint that these bags won't be a problem.

I doubt if anything will be said.

On top of that, it is very likely that this bag is from the same manufacturer. Think about it. We've all heard the statement that these TSVs have an extended planning horizon, possibly up to one one year in advance. All the items are made in China, and that means long lead times. Heck, just getting them on the boat and through customs has to take at least six weeks. I don't recall the exact date of the last GILI Roma 2 TSV, but it seems like there has not been a sufficient period of time to identify and investigate a new manufacturer, get the materials ordered and shipped to that manufacturer, and have a number of test runs of the new bag. I wouldn't be surprised if this bag comes from exactly the same place as the prior ones.