tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post2247970378904168667..comments2024-03-28T05:33:23.130-04:00Comments on J.Crew Aficionada: Product Review: Ryder SatchelAlexis {J.Crew Aficionada}http://www.blogger.com/profile/01823796392253094261noreply@blogger.comBlogger21125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-80277401067892541802022-01-19T02:08:28.290-05:002022-01-19T02:08:28.290-05:00Satchel bags:https://mybosidu.com/collections/brie...Satchel bags:https://mybosidu.com/collections/briefcasefashion bagshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17686414994534605868noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-62068266610010717292010-01-08T13:38:56.395-05:002010-01-08T13:38:56.395-05:00I did the same thing, once I saw sale I bought the...I did the same thing, once I saw sale I bought the Ryder in shadow. It doesn't really look like the photo (color and leather texture) and it's much bigger than I'd anticipated. I'm not loving it. It picks up dust quickly and the leather is dull, which makes it look off.Tigercathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10221731793051588860noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-68510964300890964852010-01-06T00:21:46.305-05:002010-01-06T00:21:46.305-05:00I have back issues so oversized bags are usually o...I have back issues so oversized bags are usually out of the question for me due to the weight.Jeannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01421770730610332217noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-11301227398466467692010-01-05T18:54:09.108-05:002010-01-05T18:54:09.108-05:00Baybaybay, for sure I cannot carry the oversize ba...Baybaybay, for sure I cannot carry the oversize bags either. I tried with the Belle satchel, which isn't even *that* large and it looked ridiculous on me. I will second your comment about the Garveri bags. I bought the cherry Frankie and loved it so much I bought the guava as well. One of my favourite bags of all time. Well-made, stylish, unique and importantly, the full top zipper makes it secure. I was curious about the Ryder line when it first came out but I just never got excited enough about it to really consider purchasing. Thanks for the review Alexis!xoxohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12336645422459479330noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-40019041900842289612010-01-05T18:15:38.204-05:002010-01-05T18:15:38.204-05:00Thanks everyone for commenting! :)
I am glad to h...Thanks everyone for commenting! :)<br /><br />I am glad to hear that I am not the only one finding some of J.Crew's bags too big (or too small as the other extreme). It's too bad they don't come in a normal size. ;)<br /><br />I totally agree with you Ruffles, Audball, & Mrs. John Murphy on the Campo. Such a great looking bag but too big! And the small version is just a tad too small. <br /><br />Laura: I am happy to hear that other forums like JCA too. Yey! :)Alexis {J.Crew Aficionada}https://www.blogger.com/profile/01823796392253094261noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-33591748965099065252010-01-05T15:45:54.244-05:002010-01-05T15:45:54.244-05:00OT, the Sweeping Ruffles shirt is now backordered ...OT, the Sweeping Ruffles shirt is now backordered in every size. Has anyone seen it? I haven't received mine yet.Elizabethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00675063796680537865noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-82071733584738053922010-01-05T14:56:34.114-05:002010-01-05T14:56:34.114-05:00TBH, I don't buy J. Crew bags. Well, one in f...TBH, I don't buy J. Crew bags. Well, one in five or six years. For the price, I would rather put money aside and get a designer bag on a really good sale. There are forums dedicated to handbags and I go in and out of handbag mode. By the way, Alexis, they know and love your JCA blog over there :). I'm sure there is lots of crossover participation.Elizabethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00675063796680537865noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-15144068280423032082010-01-05T13:57:38.012-05:002010-01-05T13:57:38.012-05:00I think jcrew does casual/overnighter/ beach bags ...I think jcrew does casual/overnighter/ beach bags well -- the coated canvas cocteau, printed soirée,magazine canvas tote -- but the pricier bags, usually meh or off in the size, I agree! The exception for me is the Frankie -- for $100 the leather, color and shape was a winner. I liked the patent magazine totes last yr and love the rattan clutch from 2009-- both of those were great at close to full price. I wish they'd bring back the Sonia snakeskin clutch.Meredithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17435484285440559570noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-25190346641464987062010-01-05T13:55:46.355-05:002010-01-05T13:55:46.355-05:00I've never bought a JC bag. I REALLY wanted th...I've never bought a JC bag. I REALLY wanted the Jaime bag but couldn't afford it at the time-just had baby and was on extended maternity leave. I always regret I didn't get it;(<br /><br />Now I'm thinking of getting the new metallic Beacon purse or even the tobo. Do JC bags usually make it to sale? Or should I buy one now if I'm interested?<br /><br /><br />Thanks;)<br />HollylovescrewAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-19129539077829291112010-01-05T13:34:04.499-05:002010-01-05T13:34:04.499-05:00I really wanted to get this bag but was worried it...I really wanted to get this bag but was worried it would be too big. I am not exactly tall and am sure its going to lug around when I use it in the cross body style. Oh how I wish it was just a bit smaller ! Will consider buying it if the price drops further :)Okhahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11539542077755762256noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-55133258694757773872010-01-05T11:55:17.740-05:002010-01-05T11:55:17.740-05:00I think that this and the Campo are both lovely, b...I think that this and the Campo are both lovely, but I agree- a too big bag means that you will PUT STUFF IN IT and lug it around like a sad hobo.<br /><br />I don't think that J Crew bags are worth the price point, that said, on sale- great.Mrs. John Murphyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00015262876131256209noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-72904310489006137422010-01-05T11:05:15.982-05:002010-01-05T11:05:15.982-05:00Thanks for the review Alexis. I was considering t...Thanks for the review Alexis. I was considering the Ryder on sale but I feel ridiculous with a really large bag. I just do not schlep enough stuff around to fill it up. I thought Ryder had potential as a briefcase alternative but if it looks plain and ugly then I'll stick with my Kenneth Cole.<br /><br />Overall I find JCrew bags to be really good quality and the styles are usually cute and not overly trendy. I loved the Borge Garveri bags. Still use mine regularly and they are holding up beautifully, really great bags.Baybaybayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12990280643785354293noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-71310331707997909322010-01-05T10:22:23.093-05:002010-01-05T10:22:23.093-05:00ITA about the photos. Even when they do show them...ITA about the photos. Even when they do show them with models, the one pictured, for example, has half the bag hidden behind the model.Hexiconhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00834188332983426624noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-2532194973329893002010-01-05T10:05:39.079-05:002010-01-05T10:05:39.079-05:00I wanted to try the Georgie Tote but on Final Sale...I wanted to try the Georgie Tote but on Final Sale I wasn't willing to get stuck with a bag didn't work for me.Kristinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08286383554331792209noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-61787332158615124152010-01-05T10:00:45.656-05:002010-01-05T10:00:45.656-05:00Elaine: I have used the lovinmybags (lovinmybags. ...Elaine: I have used the lovinmybags (lovinmybags. com) and Apple Care products (leatherstuff. com) with lots of success. Just make sure to read the descriptions carefully when ordering the products because some of the restoration products specify which types of leathers they work best with. Also, you don't want to use a cleaner when a conditioner is necessary and vice versa! :)<br /><br />I agree with the nutty JC bag sizes. They would have had me with the large campo but sheesh! It looked like a beach bag on me...I had high hopes for the Parlour Hobo, but alas, I am on bag ban ;)!audballhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17499068870667071905noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-76684715823197213762010-01-05T09:38:14.873-05:002010-01-05T09:38:14.873-05:00I agree... lately J.Crew bags have been too big or...I agree... lately J.Crew bags have been too big or too small. It doesn't help that they don't provide pictures against a model for size reference and the interior on some bags. So hard to check them out since most B&M don't carry bags.<br /><br />Thanks for the review!teahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04614735773297299066noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-30930133881304124742010-01-05T08:33:52.637-05:002010-01-05T08:33:52.637-05:00Thanks for the review Alexis! The sizing sounds si...Thanks for the review Alexis! The sizing sounds similar to the Large Metallic Georgie Satchel which is also huge and seems more like a piece of carry-on luggage (or diaper bag). I really wish they would show more pictures of the bags on the models. Net-a-porter does this and it is SO helpful. :)Melissa@AllThingsSimplifiedhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06076948687302539385noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-49016197137727626942010-01-05T08:16:06.970-05:002010-01-05T08:16:06.970-05:00I have a sort of related question if people don...I have a sort of related question if people don't mind me asking ... I recently purchased a bag that's sort of similar to this, and it's previously owned and the exterior needs to be cleaned up a bit. What exactly can I buy to clean light-colored leather? All my other bags are darker colors specifically because I don't like having dirt, etc. show all that much, but I really liked this bag & couldn't resist the price. Many thanks in advance for any recommendations you can offer!Elainehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00193483506777142971noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-46641925003183193062010-01-05T07:52:47.921-05:002010-01-05T07:52:47.921-05:00Not a fan of JCrew bags at all. Just prefer other ...Not a fan of JCrew bags at all. Just prefer other brands for size and quality and design and lower price points...(original) Gennyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17209889879826124486noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-839681299491177462010-01-05T07:48:27.383-05:002010-01-05T07:48:27.383-05:00agree with you and as so few stores actually have ...agree with you and as so few stores actually have the bags to see its hard to buy from the web.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-73090607119507594882010-01-05T07:01:36.354-05:002010-01-05T07:01:36.354-05:00Alexis, ITA on bag size schizophrenia. Campo is an...Alexis, ITA on bag size schizophrenia. Campo is another example: I love that bag, but the large is SO large I think I could fit inside it, and my Mini is just a little TOO mini. Large Beacon is also ENORMOUS, I have the Small and it is almost too big for me as well.<br /><br />Thanks for the review. I was considering the Ryder satchel and this was really helpful, confirmed my suspicion!Ruffleshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14971282281990133880noreply@blogger.com