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Critique this bag please!

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CheekyCherryColaCandy · 01/08/2025 09:53

I've never spent money like that on a bag. I love the colour. Any glaring problems please?!

www.ospreylondon.com/en-gb/the-stella-leather-hobo-in-blush?color=6073&currency=gbp&stay=1&country=gb&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=11440823410&gbraid=0AAAAADooKUjIv0yOlPNtC60u_wAPuCODc&gclid=CjwKCAjwy7HEBhBJEiwA5hQNohCmzz4wh3JDpxxk8g9RmrnZnGOi0b_EPGjD9FT42TrV6NlY0qqlXBoCFzsQAvD_BwE

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Devonpuff · 01/08/2025 09:54

What colour are you thinking

ithinkilikethislittlelife · 01/08/2025 09:56

I really like it. It’s simple and easy to wear and I like the choice of straps. Not fussed on the tassel though, I’d take that off.

CheekyCherryColaCandy · 01/08/2025 10:09

I'd go with the pink I think?

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Blingismything · 01/08/2025 10:15

I really like this. Hobo style bags are great, very useful size.

Matildatoldsuchdreadfullies · 01/08/2025 10:18

I like the style.

The colour is not very practical... which might not be a problem for you, but would be a definite no for me.

FWIW, I have a three year old Osprey bag, which looks good.

My young, cool DD has also been pleased with an Osprey bag.

evilharpy · 01/08/2025 10:30

The thing that would concern me is potential for dye transfer if you wear it with jeans, especially indigo/dark ones. It would just be so visible against that light pink. I don't actually own any very light coloured bags so maybe others can confirm if this is an actual problem.

CheekyCherryColaCandy · 01/08/2025 10:35

Oh that's concerning. Hm

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CheekyCherryColaCandy · 01/08/2025 11:44

I don't like the black at all. I have a black radley which would basically be the same so no need for another one

Do love the pink tho.

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Aixellency · 01/08/2025 12:02

Ghastly colours, inside and out. To my eyes. If I saw someone carrying it I would conclude that we had nothing in common. But what does that matter?

Ruthietuthie · 01/08/2025 12:04

I really like it. Plus, it is a very good price for leather (so many bags, when you look at the details, are actually made of plastic).
As you already have a practical black one, go for it the beautiful blush pink.

RedPandaFluff · 01/08/2025 12:05

Spray the bag with Carbon Pro Waterstop, @CheekyCherryColaCandy - that will prevent colour transfer from dark clothes.

CheekyCherryColaCandy · 01/08/2025 12:16

Aixellency · 01/08/2025 12:02

Ghastly colours, inside and out. To my eyes. If I saw someone carrying it I would conclude that we had nothing in common. But what does that matter?

Er ok. Thanks. I wasn't really looking at it to try and make friends so that's ok!

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CheekyCherryColaCandy · 01/08/2025 12:16

RedPandaFluff · 01/08/2025 12:05

Spray the bag with Carbon Pro Waterstop, @CheekyCherryColaCandy - that will prevent colour transfer from dark clothes.

Oh my gosh you might be the reason I now buy it!

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menopausalfart · 01/08/2025 12:40

It's a lovely little bag.

Devonpuff · 01/08/2025 16:11

I like the cream colour.

Beyondburnout · 01/08/2025 16:13

I prefer the cream as well. Also don't like the strap which could get grubby and become out of date.

CheekyCherryColaCandy · 01/08/2025 16:44

The stone isn't a very me colour.

I'll sleep on it I think!.

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FloraBotticelli · 01/08/2025 16:48

Pink is great for spring/summer and weddings, but not so great the rest of the year. Also I’d think about what you’ll tend to wear (if you want to look coordinated). A neutral bag would go with lots more outfits than pink.

But it’s a great little bag. I had a look at some Osprey bags in a shop today and they seem nice quality.

PInkyStarfish · 01/08/2025 16:49

The awful strap cheapens it.

DramaAlpaca · 01/08/2025 16:59

PInkyStarfish · 01/08/2025 16:49

The awful strap cheapens it.

I agree. I like the bag, love the pink but I don't like that fabric strap at all.

CheekyCherryColaCandy · 01/08/2025 17:49

Oh you've put me off now!

I was so close to buying it!

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Mercurial123 · 01/08/2025 18:35

Aixellency · 01/08/2025 12:02

Ghastly colours, inside and out. To my eyes. If I saw someone carrying it I would conclude that we had nothing in common. But what does that matter?

It's a bag. If you are so shallow that you judge people by that standard you're probably missing out on meeting interesting people.

Londonmummy66 · 01/08/2025 18:44

I like the shape of the pink one and I disagree that it is only suitable for a wedding. It would look lovely with navy or khaki for drinks etc.

The second one is a really well thought through design (and I love the lining) but maybe a bit safer/duller than the pink.

CheekyCherryColaCandy · 01/08/2025 18:49

Oh and just to add a third option

https://www.ospreylondon.com/en-gb/the-adaline-leather-work-bag-in-white?color=6057&currency=gbp&stay=1&country=gb&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=11440823410&gbraid=0AAAAADooKUjIv0yOlPNtC60u_wAPuCODc&gclid=CjwKCAjwy7HEBhBJEiwA5hQNosErBP2xQq39lZmzXAuFeGxhcu0G_kSl0Guu_svNlHXdmruh7Ekd9BoCvIUQAvD_BwE

I should not have fallen down this rabbit hole.

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