Any pictures of Fleurville Sling Tote

[masetane]

OK - I am getting interested as my Alpha 7 is going to be going on ebay soon. Does anyone have any pictures of their that they can share - particuarly the interior? Or, a link to help? Thanks!!
Caroline
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Nicholas 2/27/03
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[writeleigh]

The fleurville site does have a sketch of the interior. But, I just ordered one and can post pics of it once it arrives - probably late next week.

http://fleurville.com/slingtote.asp

[masetane]

HI Leigh - I did see the sketch thanks so much. I think real pics would help a lot too! Many thanks in advance!! :)
Caroline
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[lmariana]

I received my Floral Sky Sling Tote today, and I am loving it! Aside from the endlessly functional design; it's also super cute. :) I can see myself carrying a lot in this bag. I think it has more space than the Alpha 7 and definitely less than the Mothership. It's a great size though. I could definitely fit a lot or just a little with no problems. The (1) bottle pocket is nice and wide and insulated. My photos show a 20 oz water bottle in there.

The construction is awesome, and the vinyl feels good. It doesn't seem to be as thick as the Mothership vinyl, and I think it even feels thinner than the T&L vinyl.

The padded messenger strap is SO comfortable! Nothing like any of Fleurville's past straps. It's very cushy, and I think it would be comfortable for a long carry. It is adjustable at both ends of the strap, so even if you're a lefty like me, you can still adjust your bag while wearing it.

My only complaint is that the matching clutch isn't available, yet! Hopefully, we'll see those this summer. You hear that Fleurville? I'd love a matching clutch!

I'll also add that tis really does "feel" like $130. I really think I got my money's worth on this bag.

Hope this mini-review helps!

ETA: The photos aren't working for some reason, so I uploaded them to a Yahoo album! Here's the link. http://tinyurl.com/dtcce
It's public album, so anyone should be able to view it!

Mariana
Owner of HappyDayBaby
Mother of Gabriel, 08/2003
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[kseltmann]

Mariana,
You have always been more than helpful... I beg you to help me with this dilemma. I just bought a cotton candy SH Dash and I love it. I think I was going to love it more, but I just love it now. The velcro thing is not as easy as I thought it would be. If money were no object and you could choose either one, and you like a functional bag over style, which would you choose? I am starting to think that I should have waited to see this new bag. So I call on your expertise. SH Dash or Fleurville Sling?
Thanks,
K
Kathryn
Emily 9.24.03

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[lmariana]

It's a tough call right now (especially since I'm on that "new bag high"). One of the biggest differences between the two bags is the number of bottle pockets. The Dash has tons, and the ST has one.

Other differences:
* The Sling Tote is larger than the Dash. So, for an everyday bag with your toddler, it may be overkill, unless you're a heavy packer.
* The Sling Tote is water-proof, but not machine washable like the Skip Hop.
* The Sling Tote has tote straps in addition to the messenger and stroller straps.
* The Skip Hop is half the price of the Sling Tote.

Does this help at all?

Mariana
Owner of HappyDayBaby
Mother of Gabriel, 08/2003
www.heinzandmariana.com (personal site)

[masetane]

THANK YOU for the pics!!! What are those big rings on the side and can they come off? Is it about the same dimensions as the Alpha 7?? Thanks so much again!@
Caroline
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Nicholas 2/27/03
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[tigalig]

Mariana, your pictures are no longer showing on the reply you posted. Will you post them again, please? I KNEW you would get this first and that you would LOVE it. I'm so excited to get mine.

Oh and congratulations on your big news. : )

[lmariana]

The rings are the rubber stroller attachments. You loop them around your stroller and then clip them on to the D-rings on the ST. They are completely detachable.

Mariana
Owner of HappyDayBaby
Mother of Gabriel, 08/2003
www.heinzandmariana.com (personal site)

[kseltmann]

OH MY GOD!!! You are pregnant! Congratulations! I am starting to feel that I am the only one not getting pregnant with #2 yet. I am so happy for you. Now you can really enjoy more bags.

Kathryn
Emily 9.24.03

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