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Home » Fashion » Bags » My Cole Haan Bags

My Cole Haan Bags

April 1, 2007 Paris B 7 Comments

Doris left me a comment on my previous post about the MO Outlet and I’m so happy to find another Cole Haan fan! I used to walk into the Cole Haan boutique in Starhill Gallery and drool over their buttery soft leather bags, but I’d walk out again, empty-handed, as I could not justify paying the 4 figures they were asking for.

You see, I went to check out prices online and they are so much cheaper in the USA! I’d feel cheated paying RM2000 for 1 bag which you can get in the USA for say $300 (RM1200) or even less. So, I abstained.

That is, until I discovered the MO Outlet in Cheras. Suddenly, these bags became affordable! Well, just…

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This one caught my eye first. Its a bright fuschia in the pic but slightly more muted in real life. I love colourful bags so I didn’t mind that it would draw attention. Its a Cole Haan Alexa range, and is rather on the long side. There is no zipper at the top but there are zippers by the side. The no zipper at the top thing bugs me a little but with a bit of care, its actually ok. The straps are long enough to sling, which I like too.

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 The other I bought is also in the Alexa range. This one is large – it can fit an A4 file without problems. To be honest, I don’t know why I bought it then as it was really quite big. I came home and googled it and found it was supposed to be a diaper bag!! Wah luxurious mommies!

Anyway, I left it in my cupboard for a spell, and then tried to sell it, but to no avail. Then, I changed jobs and suddenly, I needed to tote around a whole lot of stuff – documents, stationery, wallet, cheque book… and this baby came in handy. Its lined in a tiffany blue nylon lining which is very unexpected, and has loads of compartments, which is of course, useful!

Both bags are leather. The leather is very soft and pliable and feels smooth to the touch. They are also both past season bags, but I don’t quite care LOL… They serve me well, and both together cost less than what 1 new one would cost in the store!

I’ve been carrying my black one everywhere for about 2 months now – dumping it on floors, swinging it around, and it still looks new, except around the corners. I guess this is what a good quality bag is all about! Yes, I love Cole Haan bags, and I’m dying to get more hehe…

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Paris B is a 40-something beauty and skincare enthusiast with a practical and very critical view of beauty products and the world of beauty. Her mission on My Women Stuff is to deliver clear, honest reviews and facilitate discussions about beauty trends and life, tempered with a healthy dose of humour. Let the buyer's remorse be ours not yours! When not testing the newest skincare creams and lotions, or playing with makeup, find her testing her culinary skills in the kitchen at Chez PB. Read more about us here or leave a comment below or connect with us on social media at Instagram, Facebook and Twitter!

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  1. Cheesey Poo says

    April 1, 2007 at 2:28 pm

    WAH LIAO! *drool, drool* I didn’t see any good bags while I was there. I’ll be headed there in three months’ time again as they said they’ve just received a fresh collection and the next is due in three months’ time.

    *rubs hands in anticipation*

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  2. Tine says

    April 1, 2007 at 3:47 pm

    Oh sweet! Very very nice. I’ve always wanted either a Cole Haan or Kenneth Cole bag (best if I could have both, of course), but they’re so expensive 🙁

    The next time I’m in KL, I’m definitely checking out MO Outlet 😉

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  3. Paris Beaverbanks says

    April 1, 2007 at 4:26 pm

    Cheesey: Next what? Sale?! Woohoo!! hehe… I’m terribly kiamsiap la. Even if nice but ex I also won’t buy. I think of the bags I have and I shudder LOL

    Tine: Yes yes… def check it out. Sometimes you’d be surprised at what you can find and don’t buy full price – they are overpriced here.

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  4. Cheesey Poo says

    April 2, 2007 at 7:30 pm

    Not the next sale.. it’s when the next collection will arrive at MO. I asked bec I was there on a Fri afternoon, no one else was in store, so I started talking with the store hands.

    If you compare it with the actual retail prices, they are cheap. But if you just look at the price tags alone (some which are still 4D price tags)… wah! Very ex!

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  5. beetrice says

    April 3, 2007 at 10:00 am

    omigosh…I want the black one!! hahaha…I never really thought about checking out the MO outlet, but now maybe I should… 😉

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  6. Paris Beaverbanks says

    April 3, 2007 at 10:02 am

    Cheesey: You got me at new collection! Lol… but I agree. Cheap is only relative. Most times I don’t buy anything at all coz I still cannot justify the prices

    Beetrice: You won’t want it so much when you have to lug it around. Its super duper heavy and large 😛

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  7. noor says

    May 15, 2009 at 4:49 pm

    PB not actually a comment but i would like to ask how to get rid of a ball point mark on my white leather bag. where can i get the coach leather cleaner and moisturizer? i live in kajang. really need your help. tq

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