Alpha 7 and Timi & Leslie

[AvasMama]

Does anyone have both of these? I would LOVE to see a pic of them side-by-side. I just got an A7 and I like the size, but want something prettier. I love the T&L fabrics, and technically the two bags are supposed to be the same size, but several people here have said the T&L is larger than the A7.

Thank you!
Robyn & Ava

[lmariana]

Here you go Robyn! I do think the T&L bag is larger than the A7. I also like how it's a little more "formed" than the floppiness of the Alpha 7. It's definitely a prettier bag in my opinion! I'm really happy with it so far.

I think the main reason I like it a little better is that it has a magnetic closure instead of the A7's velcro. Don't get me wrong though, I do love my A7. :)

Let me know if you want any more photos!

Mariana
www.heinzandmariana.com
Mother of Gabriel, 08/14/2003

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[debbiet.]

Mariana,

I was wondering about these two bags as well....
I really want to get a new bag and people said the magnetic snap is somtimes hard to deal with when you are holding a child.

What are your thoughts on the snap vs velcro. I was actually thinking of a OiOi bag, ai I know this one has a magnetic snap.

My other choice is the A7 (velcro). But now, I think this bag is really cute!

Velcro or snaps?

Thanks,
deb

[AvasMama]

Thanks Mariana! This is so helpful -- I think I'll be ordering the T&L (I'm pretty sure I want the Lina too :) ) before the coop ends this week.

Robyn & Ava

[lmariana]

Personally, I prefer a snap over velcro. I just don't like the feeling of having to rip my bag open every time I need something. The T&L snap isn't hard, but it's not the easiest in the world, I'd say the Loom Marsupial has the best snap, by far.

I bought a couple Oi Oi bags and returned them for different reasons. They're very cute, but their "messenger" bag can't be worn messenger style, the strap is WAY too short and non-adjustable. I was also turned off by the all cotton exterior and all cotton interior. They do make a couple microfiber messengers now, but I think only the all-black OiOi messenger has an adjustable strap.

Personally, I don't think you could go wrong with either the Timi and Leslie or the Fleurville. They are both awesome bags and well made. The Timi and Leslie only has the advantage of being really, really pretty. :) Especially the Mia fabric that Naydene posted pictures of...it's stunning!

Mariana
www.heinzandmariana.com
Mother of Gabriel, 08/14/2003

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