Mar 13

I don’t like the Coach Madeline Tote

Tag: Coach, Discussions, Totes — Bag Lady @ 10:11 am


I previously wrote that I’d finally managed to see the Coach Madeline bag in person. I was very excited then because I thought I liked the shape of it. I’ve since tried it on a few more times at the Coach store, and I’m afraid I’ve decided that I don’t quite like the Madeline Tote after all.

My reasons for disliking the Madeline are:-

  • The leather version is stiff. I know its meant to be stiff so it holds its shape. However, I have experience with stiff leather bags and it is prone to creasing if you aren’t careful.
  • The bag doesn’t rest properly against the body. For some reason, it sticks out quite stiffly when I carry it on my shoulder. It doesn’t feel very comfortable when I’m carrying it either (and that’s without stuffing it full of my rubbish!)
  • The scarf. I know its the design but no, its just not for me.
  • Its too similar to the Hamptons tote. Hanging a scarf from the bag doesn’t make it a new design.
  • It feels too big on my frame. I’m 5′3″ and its just a little bit too big so it makes me look a little overwhelmed. This is accentuated by the fact that its a stiff design not a slouchy one.

So yes, I raved about it 2 months ago and I’m glad I waited to see if I really wanted it. It turns out, I don’t! Hurrah! :)

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2 Responses to “I don’t like the Coach Madeline Tote”

  1. lola says:
    March 15th, 2008 at 11:00 am

    that’s too bad for you, I have the signature Madeline and I love it. I agree that it didn’t feel comfortable, it hurt my shoulder at first, but after trying it on at least two more times, it got more comfortable. And I think it’s a very cute bag. A lot of people seem to like it, at least my bag.

    I guess you like the Slim Carly? That one’s smaller and softer, not stiff. The Signature Carly with Gold leather is gorgeous. I might buy it when I’m ready for it.

    Lola: Glad you are liking your bag. Maybe the signature canvas isn’t as stiff? Yes that gold Carly is beautiful!

  2. lola says:
    March 15th, 2008 at 11:02 am

    Sorry for double posting, but…

    I do agree with you that Maddie looked too similar to the Hamptons Carryall. It’s a shame that Coach is reusing their other purse models and redesigning its style and slapping another name on it. Hopefully they’ll come up with something more original someday.

    Lola: That similarity really sucks eh? But then when Coach gets imaginative they come up with the Francine!

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