topic Re: Torn between 2 Romas in Shoes

Torn between 2 Romas

beautybrowsing — Wed, 21 May 2014 15:24:20 GMT

Lot my Roma's yesterday and trying to decide if I want to keep the Metalic or exchange for Ivory Ostrich. I got the metallic and it is beautiful and soft just like presented. However I am now wondering if I would get more use out of the Ivory Ostrich (which I don't have in front of me to compare). Was hoping maybe someone out there has both and could tell me which one they would use more often. I know it's a matter of personal choice, but I do appreciate the opinions of others. I've owned the Natural Ostrich for some time and love it as it has gotten better with age. Would 2 Ostrich bags be too much of a good thing. Just wondering.

Re: Torn between 2 Romas

MsLomo — Wed, 21 May 2014 16:14:01 GMT

Hi, beautybrowsing. I don't think two ostrich bags would be too much of a good thing if you love both. My personal opinion is that whatever you could wear with the natural ostrich you could also wear with the ivory ostrich. Those two neutrals (especially the natural ostrich) strike me as being in the "warm"-color family and would look beautiful with cream, taupe, brown, beige, warm oranges, yellows, purples, etc. I see the metallic as a "cool"-color neutral, to be worn with cool/jewel tones such as black, gray, silver, optic white, cool blue and purple tones, etc. If you always wear warm tones, then I'd get the ivory ostrich if you want a second Roma 2. If you wear cool tones, too, I think owning the metallic would give you more options. I do wonder if it would be hard to keep the ivory ostrich looking clean -- it's so light.

I'm glad to read your positive feedback on the metallic! My metallic is out for delivery today, and I'm excited to receive it. I bought the first Roma 2 in black and I really liked the way it looked, but I immediately returned it because it needed a snap closure.

Good luck with your decision!

Re: Torn between 2 Romas

Daisypap — Wed, 21 May 2014 17:23:12 GMT

I agree with MsLomo - If you already have the natural ostrich - the ivory ostrich would go with the same color palette as the natural - warm beige, neutrals, taupes, orange, etc. So I wouldn't think you would need both.

I got the metallic because it goes with so much - navy, green, black, grey, pink - I almost can't think of a color you couldn't wear the metallic with. I also think the metallic you could use in the winter and fall. The ivory may be more of a spring summer bag.

Just my 2 cents....

Re: Torn between 2 Romas

beautybrowsing — Wed, 21 May 2014 23:53:48 GMT

Daisypap and MsLomo, thank you for your responses. That helps a bunch. I think either way I go, I will be happy. It helps to think of warm or cool tones. I'm more of a warm tone person but also find myself wearing white quite often too. I think the pop of metallic would look good then. I have to admit, there are so many good choices that its hard to choose. Not a bad situation to be in, huh.

Re: Torn between 2 Romas

stevieb — Thu, 22 May 2014 00:29:47 GMT

As you note, bb, it's a matter of personal choice, and I can't really compare the two, because I didn't personally care for the metallic option. All I can tell you, though, is that I got the ivory ostrich, and I also have an earlier version of the natural ostrich, which I like a great deal. The ivory is one completely stunning bag! I absolutely love it! It's fine to have both.

Re: Torn between 2 Romas

brewhaha — Thu, 22 May 2014 00:29:55 GMT

Feeling like a fool? Loving both of them is breaking all the rules.

Re: Torn between 2 Romas

MsLomo — Thu, 22 May 2014 02:42:22 GMT

Brewhaha, you are so funny!

Re: Torn between 2 Romas

stevieb — Thu, 22 May 2014 03:05:18 GMT

On 5/21/2014 brewhaha said:
Feeling like a fool? Loving both of them is breaking all the rules.

This is all just so tawdry...

Re: Torn between 2 Romas

mkinpa — Thu, 22 May 2014 13:26:55 GMT

I am late to the ""game""- but just waitlisted the natural - but am also thinking about the ivory. The natural looks so classic- but the ivory is so special.I have a D&B Smith in ostrich in tan/natural- does anyone know how the Roma color compares?

I can't decide- maybe I'll follow Brew's advice and love both and waitlist the ivory!

Has there been any movement on waitlist orders- or is it too soon?

Re: Torn between 2 Romas

beautybrowsing — Tue, 03 Jun 2014 22:52:50 GMT

No longer Torn.........Decision made...........I just boxed up my beautiful Blush Bag and sent it back in exchange for the Ivory Ostrich. It was a tough decision because the Blush was in perfect condition and oh so soft. It was so shabby/beach chic which just happens to be my style. But in the end, I just thought I would get more wear out of the Ivory. So back goes a perfectly good and unused Blush Bag. Now I can't wait for my Ivory. Let the anticipation begin.

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sherrisuzanne — Wed, 04 Jun 2014 02:34:08 GMT

I don't get it? Just get them all. They are purrrrrrrrfect

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beautybrowsing — Wed, 04 Jun 2014 02:45:50 GMT

True that....... Its tempting. Wish I could.

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Lyn08 — Thu, 05 Jun 2014 23:06:08 GMT

beautybrowsing: I'm a bit confused. I thought you were deciding between the Metallic and the Ivory Ostrich. Then you mentioned you were sending back your Blush tote. Did you keep the Metallic?

I ordered the Natural Ostrich and the Blush. I wear a lot of pastels, so the Blush will go with most of my spring/summer wardrobe.

I also ordered the Metallic, and had to return it because there were slashes across the tassel. I decided to reorder the Metallic, and it arrived today. I immediately checked the tassel (haven't removed any of the other plastic on the bag). There are some slashes on this tassel also (it doesn't seem to be as many as the other bag). At first, I thought they just shipped back the bag I returned to them, as it was on wait list, and the replacement bag got shipped to me right after my return was processed. I'm just wondering if the Metallic will wear as well as the other two bags. Did you have slashes on your tassel?

Re: Torn between 2 Romas

terrier3 — Thu, 05 Jun 2014 23:10:34 GMT

On 5/22/2014 MK in PA said:
Hi

I am late to the ""game""- but just waitlisted the natural - but am also thinking about the ivory. The natural looks so classic- but the ivory is so special.I have a D&B Smith in ostrich in tan/natural- does anyone know how the Roma color compares?

I can't decide- maybe I'll follow Brew's advice and love both and waitlist the ivory!

Has there been any movement on waitlist orders- or is it too soon?

I have a D&B ostrich from their website and the Roma in natural ostrich.

There is no comparison...the Dooney is far superior quality leather.

Re: Torn between 2 Romas

beautybrowsing — Fri, 06 Jun 2014 01:10:56 GMT

Lyn08 I can see how that would be confusing (my husband often says the same thing) I sent back the Metallic 1st, but since the Ivory Ostrich was on wait list I didn't get to exchange it then. When it came back in stock I decided to send back the Blush as well (was originally gonna keep the Blush) in exchange for Ivory Ostrich.

So since I already love my Natural Ostrich I think the Ivory will be a keeper. Hope that helps.

I'm glad you love your Blush. It really is the perfect color and softness. I saw it on ebay and they were selling for quite a bit more than the original price.

My Metallic was also in great condition. Didn't notice any slashes on the tassels. I think the bag will wear beautifully. I think it will wear differently than the Blush though. I think it will patina a bit since it sorta has a depth to it already. But I am one of those people who likes a bit of patina on my bag. The more signs of wear, the more I like it. It's kinda like a new LV Monogram bag.......When its brand new, the leather is just too light for me but as it turns that darker honey shade, well then I love it. Enjoy your bags.

Re: Torn between 2 Romas

Lyn08 — Fri, 06 Jun 2014 01:28:53 GMT

beautybrowsing: Thanks for clarifying this for me. I was just confused.

Since I already have the Natural Ostrich and the Blush, I think I'll send back the Metallic. I thought I liked it more when I received the first one (except for the slashes on the tassels). This one has slashes on a some strands of the tassel also (not as many as on the other bag), but I'm just concerned that the bag will not wear well, and the finish will wear off. I only removed the plastic on the tassel. I haven't checked out anything else on the bag.

I sort of wish I had ordered the Ivory Ostrich, but I don't think I need more than one large summer bag. I have not read any negative comments about the Ivory Ostrich, so I'm pretty sure you'll be happy when you receive your bag.