Dooney Florentine Satchel 3 Year Review

[@_Shawne]

I remember your first video on this bag, it’s one of the ones I watched when I was trying to decide on getting it! You influenced my first Florentine purchase, and it’s still one of my favorite bags even after all the ones I’ve bought since then!

[@ashleyssoutherncharm]

Hey Shawne!!!! Thank you so much for your support in watching my videos and interacting with me. I still love mine too girl! Soooo much! Hope you have a great weekend!!!

[@sonyablade1534]

Two things: LOVE your sweet southern accent and LOVE the D&B satchel! I own many Dooney florentine bags..but the satchel is special. I have it in the Dipinta painted florentine and it's my prized handbag possession. It competes with the lux house bags all day long. It will last me my lifetime and someone else's after me..thanks for revisiting this awesome bag and reminding me how blessed I am to own one too! Take care

[@ashleyssoutherncharm]

Hey Sonya! Thank you so much for the sweet compliment! It really made me smile. ☺️ You’re right, this bag amazing and by far my fav Dooney. I don’t own the Dipinta, but I’ve seen it and it’s a work of art. You are blessed to have it! I’m glad you enjoyed my video, I enjoy making them and interacting with y’all. Have a great rest of your week and Happy Easter!

[@sonyablade1534]

@@ashleyssoutherncharm Thanks and Happy Easter to you and your family!

[@bonniekennedy9190]

Hi Ashley just a quick comment. Can you get “Brasso” to get the tarnish marks off our hardware?

[@gyrlgeorge]

I cannot wait to get my hands on this bag, especially in their Natural. It’s exquisite

[@ashleyssoutherncharm]

You ain’t lying!!!! It’s one of the prettiest bags Peter has ever designed.

[@deborahk4637]

I have 2 of these bags, one in Natural and one in Chestnut. After seeing your video I intend to get them out and carry them as they are beautiful bags. Great video, thanks for reminding me that I have these beauties!

[@ashleyssoutherncharm]

I still haven’t picked one up in chestnut! Shame on me!!! But this really is the most beautiful bag Dooney has ever made, in my opinion. Thanks for watching and taking time to comment!

[@ChipChoc00]

Looks almost new! Thank you for sharing with us.

[@asilas3157]

I love it! I have the large brown satchel and my black satchel should arrive in the next few days!!

[@ashleyssoutherncharm]

Hey! Ooh I want black next, I hope you love it!!! By the way, I love your profile pic. Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@BagHound]

Your Florentine Satchel is absolutely gorgeous! It looks like a very expensive bag. It is in amazing condition! It has gotten more beautiful with age. Thank you for this great video! I loved watching. You influenced me to take out my Mini version of this beautiful bag! Thank you for sharing 🧡🧡

[@ashleyssoutherncharm]

Hey friend! Thanks for watching and commenting, I always appreciate your support. I’m glad you’ve pulled out your mini, please wear it in good health! 💕💕💕

[@AKBBags]

I agree the satchel is made so well. I love mine and don’t ever plan on them leaving my collection either. Tfs 😊

[@ashleyssoutherncharm]

Hey there! Thanks for watching and taking time to comment. 😊 I think we’re all in agreement that this is one of the best bags Peter Dooney ever put out!

[@jennifermayola1986]

Your bag is stunning!❤ I've just come to learn about this bag for a week now! I don't own any DB bags but I think I found my first baby! ❤❤ Thank you for sharing! 🥰

[@ashleyssoutherncharm]

Thank you so much! I’ve been buying Dooney bags for 22 yrs now so I can attest to craftsmanship. I think you’ll be very happy with one!!!

[@mommymarz]

your bag is stunning!! great video review, tysm! 💚💚

[@ashleyssoutherncharm]

Thank YOU!!!!!🥰

[@rachelcrosby6327]

your voice is so soothing! thank you for this video I'm quite literally fighting myself on purchasing this bag right now!! (aka I will hold off for another hour and then give in)

[@ashleyssoutherncharm]

@@rachelcrosby6327 thank you so much!!! It’s such an amazing bag, it really is! 🩷

[@chandra3915]

The natural Florentine from Dooney is my favorite. I have the Barlow shoulder in Natural and I love it. I hear you on the price of everything now. There are so many bags I would love to get but I have had to slow down and really choose wisely with everything going up in price. I would love to see how you store your lovely collection of handbags Ashley. Thanks for sharing, have a great week

[@ashleyssoutherncharm]

Hey girl! I actually looked for you on FB and couldn’t find you, do you have an account? My storage isn’t that interesting, but I’d be glad to show you. My closet has a big built in with a couple of shelves. I think we all are in the same boat of having to choose wisely at this point. 🙄

[@chandra3915]

@@ashleyssoutherncharm I don’t have FB right now but I need to get back on there!

[@ashleyssoutherncharm]

@@chandra3915 ok well let me know if you do so I can friend you. ☺️

[@katejohns3042]

Hi Ashley. Your bag is ageing beautifully. I wish my salary went up as much as handbags do😂

[@ashleyssoutherncharm]

Hey Kate! Thanks for watching and commenting. Boy do I wish my salary went up as much as bags too! That’s be a pretty sweet deal wouldn’t it?! 🥰

[@sharonmacnz6068]

Lovely update on your gorgeous satchel Ashley! I was lucky to find a preloved large natural Florentine on Depop from a seller in Australia, hard to find here in NZ. Still has the Florentine smell😍 At one stage thought to sell but like you, I think will be in my permanent collection..for now😊 Using a wider canvas strap with the same brass/gold hardware and is much more comfortable crossbody. It’s an amazing well-made bag! TFS💛🇳🇿

[@ashleyssoutherncharm]

Hey Sharon! Yes, I def wouldn’t let go of it if you have it and it’s hard to find there in NZ, I feel like you will end up regretting it. Maybe not immediately, but at some point. Thanks for stopping by! 😊

[@sharonmacnz6068]

@@ashleyssoutherncharm yes you’re totally right! 👍🏻Have a great rest of your day

[@myPursesuitOfHappiness]

Gorgeous bag! Definitely a Dooney Icon. I have always wanted to get to that outlet but can never tear myself away from the beach. 😂 TFS xoxo 🤗

[@ashleyssoutherncharm]

Girl!!!! You better get to that outlet next time you’re there! But man the Destin beach is so beautiful, the water is amazingly gorgeous isn’t it? It’s one of my favorite places to be. But I can’t sit on the beach because I’m allergic to the sun. ☀️ Jacob calls me his little vampire. 😂

[@myPursesuitOfHappiness]

@@ashleyssoutherncharm Oh nooooo, allergic to the sun? That must be hard. Your son is too funny. I love the beaches there. We visit Okaloosa Island every year and my butt is on that beach from sun up to sun down 😂.

[@ashleyssoutherncharm]

@@myPursesuitOfHappiness lucky! Wish I could do that, which I could as long as I’m under an umbrella and have sunblock on. 😊 I live like 5 hours away from there so it’s relatively easy to get down there for us.

[@myPursesuitOfHappiness]

@@ashleyssoutherncharm That’s so nice! It’s a grueling 12 hours for us, but worth the 7 days of complete heaven.

[@diane5908]

Ashley, your bag is just so beautiful. I remember when you first got it (on the forum) and the leather looks even more beautiful wow 😍 I have satchels in other colors...Natural in other colors... but I still want the Natural satchel. It's so expensive now with the price increases yikes. Thank you for showing your satchel again 🌹🌹

[@ashleyssoutherncharm]

Hey Diane! Thank you so much for stopping by and taking time to comment. Yes, it has definitely darkened in shade since those pics I took with the beach in the background (I think that’s pic I remember posting). This has been such a good bag and I will always love her! In fact I’m still in her! Yes, you def need to invest in a natural satchel. Maybe check the outlets? It would probably still be more than I paid a few years back, but better than the website price. Thanks again and take care! 😘

[@diane5908]

@@ashleyssoutherncharm Yes that was the photo I saw! ( lunalark 😊) I will do that thank you. I will call a few in the tri state area. Have a nice week Ashley! 🌹🌹💗

[@ashleyssoutherncharm]

@@diane5908 Yes! I know exactly who you are! I LOVE coming across people from TPF and knowing exactly who they are, it’s always so neat to me to know y’all’s real names aside from your handles online. 🥰

[@diane5908]

@@ashleyssoutherncharm Yes me too! The nicest people on tpf right? I haven't been on the Den in a bit, but when I am I will friend you if you're still there. You had the best ootd! Always so beautiful and stylish. Have a great weekend Ashley 🌹

[@ashleyssoutherncharm]

@@diane5908 yes, please do friend me! I’m still on there and somewhat active in it. Not quite as much as I used to be though. But yes, send me a request, I’ll accept it. 🤗 Enjoy the rest of your weekend too friend!

[@tuoithoquenghich655]

Thank you for sharing good videos, supporting, wishing your family good health and wealth

[@ashleyssoutherncharm]

Hey! Thank you so much for your support and kind words. I wish you and yours all the blessings!!!

[@THErealBRITSofFlorida]

such a beautiful bag...new to your channel and subbed.

[@TheDaruma100]

I wonder if your this bag will continue to patina as time goes on. I just ordered one in the same color; curious what to expect. Looking forward to having it. I hope my new bag holds up as well as the bag in this video. TFS

[@ashleyssoutherncharm]

Hey there! Thanks for watching and taking time to comment. When I got mine in the spring of 2019, it was several shades lighter then over time turned into the beautiful, rich caramel color it is today. I’m sure you will love yours as much as I love mine!!!

[@SuzWhat]

Your bag is gorgeous! It is such a classic. It looks sensational on you. Thanks for sharing! Peace and love..Suz What ☮️💛

[@ashleyssoutherncharm]

Hey Suz! Thanks so much for your support, I always love hearing from you! Hope you’re well!!!😍😍😍

[@TerasBoutique]

So beautiful 👍🏼👜👍🏼 I love it ❤️ tfs 🥰

[@ashleyssoutherncharm]

Hey Tera! Thank you so much!!! I love it too! 😍😍😍

[@07Shellywell]

They are on sale on the website for just over $300 now

[@ashleyssoutherncharm]

Hey Shelly! Thanks so much for letting me know.

[@annarose4828]

I have the same purse. My favorite of every brand. I have a total of 5 satchels. Would you please do a what's in my purse. In another video l saw your adorable furkid could you please show him her thanks.

[@ashleyssoutherncharm]

Hey Anna Rose! Thank you for watching and for taking time to stop and comment. I just moved back into this bag last night. This is the most beautiful bag Dooney has ever made, or that’s what I think at least. I guess it’s been a while since I’ve done a what’s in my bag, I’d be happy to film one though. My fur baby’s name is Gracie Belle, she’ll be 12 on June 24. 😊 I think I introduced her in one video but I can’t remember which one, and that was a year or two ago. I’ll be happy to show her again. Have a great weekend!

[@kash7585]

I love the Florentine satchel. Does anyone have issues with them being so heavy? I would definitely carry mine more if they were not so heavy. TFS! So pretty! 💕

[@ashleyssoutherncharm]

Hey there! Thanks so much for watching. I mean, to me, yes she is somewhat heavy. However, not so heavy that I don’t wear her. Now I might not would take her out for a full day of shopping. But just day to day she’s fine for me. But I also don’t load her up slap full either. Also, not sure what size you have but if you have the original size you could try the small or if you have the small, you could try the mini. Hope this helps.

[@kash7585]

@@ashleyssoutherncharm I probably load her down too much! Ha. I will definitely keep trying and take out some things that aren’t essential. I have it in large and small size, navy, black, pink, black & tan…& I just hate I’m not using them due to the heaviness. Maybe I can take out my 1st aid kit for just a day. ☺️

[@ashleyssoutherncharm]

@@kash7585 oh you have some great colors! Yes, try to pare down if you can then revisit carrying them. It’s such a beautiful bag. Good luck!

[@annstaples100]

Hello that’s a beautiful purse I want one like that

[@ashleyssoutherncharm]

Hey Ann! Thank you so much!!!

[@allisonk5007]

Great video!! ❤❤

[@ashleyssoutherncharm]

Thank you so much!!!🩷

[@suepooh2571]

Great review, thanks for sharing.

[@ashleyssoutherncharm]

Hey Sue! Thanks so much for watching and commenting.

[@ashleyphillips456]

I got the large on in taupe color I got mines at Marshall’s for 200 bucks

[@ashleyssoutherncharm]

You go girl! That’s an amazing deal right there that you got. I hope you love love love it as much as I do!!!

[@ashleyphillips456]

Yes I do thanks 😊

[@Wawalsh1234]

Hello Ashley, thank you for another outstanding video. The color of the bag with patina is absolutely gorgeous. I love that the straps go completely underneath the bag, less stress on the connection points. Do you find the size of your carry bag has changed post covid? Be well. Bill

[@ashleyssoutherncharm]

Hey Bill! Thank you so much!!! I have found since covid, I do carry a little more, not much though. I have tried and tried to be a small bag girl, but I’m just not. I do prefer to have my whole world with me, I’d rather have what I need and not need it than not have what I may need and need it. Hope you have a great week ahead!

[@Wawalsh1234]

@@ashleyssoutherncharm ❤️

[@pjeames3334]

I know this is an older video for you - but it’s a goodie. Such a pretty bag, one question - is it heavy?

[@ashleyssoutherncharm]

Hey! Thank you so much!!! I love this bag so much even still. I think your question is subjective, to me it def has some heft to it but it’s not terribly heavy. I’ve carried heavier bags and I’ve carried lighter bags too. I know that’s not much of answer and I apologize for that. I suppose my final answer would be no, not to me. ☺️

[@RobinCookie]

Love the way it looks after 3 years it appears to get better with use. Just curious have you done any leather care to it? Tfs

[@ashleyssoutherncharm]

Hey Robin! Yes it has def gotten better with time, gotten darker too. Little birthmarks have come out in the leather. It still smells amazing! I conditioned her two weeks ago with Apple Brand conditioner but that’s the one and only time I’ve done anything whatsoever to her. Thanks for watching!

[@janelygarcia818]

Love it!!! Looks beautiful on you!!!! But i love your shoes too...what brand are ?

[@ashleyssoutherncharm]

Hey Janely! Thank you so much!!! I’m wearing the The Frye Company Regina Ballet Flats in cognac. You can find them online at Nordstrom Rack. Side note, I wear an 8.5-9 in shoes depending on brand and style. I had to have an 8.5, the 9’s were HUGE!

[@janelygarcia818]

@@ashleyssoutherncharm Thank you dear..I subscribed to your channel now i like your taste! Proverbs 31:10 Who can find a virtuous woman? for her price is far above rubies. God bless you!

[@dianeriv5838]

Hi Ashley, I’ve never even seen one of these bags but I don’t buy a lot of bags. Do they pebble overtime? Is that normal? Yours is very smooth and it’s three years old. I’m wondering if I looked at the used one and saw a lot of pebbling what does that mean?

[@ashleyssoutherncharm]

Hey Diane! So here’s the thing with Florentine leather. It’s full grain, which is the strongest/superior leather. It will show natural imperfections such as fat rolls, scars, freckles, etc. Each Florentine item is individual and will never be identical. You could order three of the same item and one of them may be all smooth, the second may be all pebbled and the third may be a combo of both. M bag for instance, is smooth on the front and sides but the back is textured is one spot that’s heavily pebbled. But the texture doesn’t change over time. Hope this helps!

[@dianeriv5838]

Yes, that helps a lot! I went to Dillards yesterday and tried bag on. It is a beautiful bag! The florentine was gorgeous on this particular one so I know exactly what you are talking about. Thank you!!

[@ashleyssoutherncharm]

@@dianeriv5838 one more thing, this particular bag comes in five different sizes I believe. The large, the regular(small/which is what I have), the mini, the micro and the nano.

[@dianeriv5838]

Thank you! 😀

[@jenniferflowers6056]

When there’s a 30% off sale and I get a gift card, I gotta get the satchel in Natural!😊😊😊

[@ashleyssoutherncharm]

Hey Jennifer! Yes!!!! You absolutely have to get you one, I promise you won’t regret it. 🥰

[@laureltaylor2689]

I found your video, and I'm hoping you can help me. I recently bought one of the satchels, and the top is sticking straight up instead of folding over like in your video and in the pictures on the Dooney website. Can you help me figure out how to get the top to flop over like it's supposed to?

[@ashleyssoutherncharm]

Hey Laurel! Don’t freak out, go back and watch some of the old qvc videos on the flo satchel with Sue Clifton. She notes that the folds come standing straight up but that you have to “train” the leather to fold over and “smile”. And it doesn’t take long either for that to occur. I got mine at an outlet so it wasn’t standing straight up but it wasn’t near as relaxed as it is now either. Just relax and enjoy your new baby!

[@cancer7898]

The bag is on sale right now with the PRIVATE code to $399

[@ashleyssoutherncharm]

Nice! Thanks for that info!!!

[@jimnabustos9920]

A lot Dooney bag is very heavy , nylon don't look expensive but is light .

[@ashleyssoutherncharm]

Yes! Especially Florentine leather is heavy. I don’t have any nylon though. I don’t like the way it feels. If you like leather but want a bag that’s lighter in weight check out Portland Leather Goods. They have really good quality leather products and they’re light in weight because they don’t use a lot of hardware and the bags are unlined.

[@valeriecameron3433]

Hi Ashley! Can you do a “permanent collection” video? Or have you already done one and I’m just completely blind? (If so, sorry! 😂)

[@ashleyssoutherncharm]

Hey Valerie! I have not done a permanent collection video but that’s a great idea! I have got something new to film this weekend then after that I’ll film a permanent collection. Thanks for the idea!

[@valeriecameron3433]

@@ashleyssoutherncharm That would be awesome. As a fellow purse addict who frequently buys and sells, I would love to see what you keep and don’t keep 😊

[@jazzcitla1]

Could you carry a 15" laptop if you had to?

[@ashleyssoutherncharm]

Hey! No, a 15 in would not fit. The mouth of the bag “small” is only 10 in and I’m being generous on that. Then the length of the bag itself is only 13 in.

[@MSJ12333]

These purse looks very heavy!

[@ashleyssoutherncharm]

Hey MJ! I guess that varies by opinion? I feel like there are several things that factor in that though: which size you get, what you carry in it and of course personal opinion. Yes the leather is hearty and substantial. Yes it’s heavier than Saffiano leather. YES the largest size is heavy, to me. But the small isn’t bad to me at all.