Customer Reviews Dooney & Bourke Florentine Vachetta Satchel

I recently purchased this bag in chestnut. It is everything I expected and more. It is large enough to fit all of my busy-mom-to-young-kids stuff without being bulky. The chestnut color is richer in person and makes the leather seem more supple than it actually is. The only possible detraction is that the green side of the fringe located on either side of the bag is quite noticeable. If you don't want green on the outside of your bag, don't buy this satchel. Regarding Zappos Customer Service: This bag was shipped to me without dust cover and without tags. I immediately contacted Customer Service by chat. The representative, Betsy, offered me a $100 refund and apologized for the Fulfillment Department's error. A pleasant surprise.

I looked at this bag for a long time before buying it, it's expensive and I hate buying bags that sit on the shelf. I got this over a month ago and it hasn't spent one day on the shelf :-) I wanted a year round purse that I could put a purse organizer in. If I can't find things right away in my bag that's a deal breaker for me. Anyway this bag holds a purse organizer with a Brahmín wallet/checkbook, a double glasses case, a small makeup organizer, my Kindle, kleenex packs and hand sanitizer plus my phone, dictation device and other odds and ends. Love it!

I received this bag as a Christmas gift two years ago, in the chestnut color. It is absolutely gorgeous. Yes, it's heavy, which is my only complaint. Scratches? Those scratches will weather into an amazing patina, and the bag will get only more beautiful with age. It reminds me of my old family doctor's bag that he carried around on house calls...many years ago.

It's my first D&B bag as one of birthday presents from my husband and I love it! The Neutral color is very versatile and is a classic all year round bag. There are lots of little compartments in the bag so it's great for people who likes their bags organized.

I got this bag out of the box and went to walk out of the door with it. I turned around and put it back in the box I was unsatisfied with the length of the handles. I waited to return it, researched other bags and their handle length and decided to keep it. My daughter saw it and commented on the small fortune it must have cost. I responded by telling her that I was tired of buying cheaper bags and desired 1classy purse. That day We went to a higher end jewelry store and I caught 3 sales ladies whispering, they said they were admiring my new purse! The handles are still short but the strap is comfortable across the body. I does show marks but adds to the character. It holds everything plus more. Consider it an investment.

I love this bag! I have several Dooney bags and this one is my favorite. To begin, it isn't as heavy as my others, but it still has that wonderful quality leather feel. The shoulder strap is comfortable and doesn't slip around. The bag is well weighted to use with the strap (the Dooney "feed bag" has always felt awkward to me and slips off my shoulder every chance it gets). There is quite a lot of room inside - allowing everything but the kitchen sink to be fit inside. I've held a bible, Dooney wallet, pills, makeup bag, pens, iphone, gloves, keys and a small magazine in there before with no problem! I easily combine the shoulder strap with the hand held straps to hold at my side. You will have to fold the top of the bag over to do this, but with such a lovely bag, who cares? The purse utters a low moan every now and then (as indicative of leather) and I love it! It is very well made and such a fashionable looking purse! I've had many compliments on it.

I love this bag...got the blue one for my friend's birthday with the wallet to match. Nice size, not too big & not too xsmall. She fell in love with it. I will like the green for myself, but they out of stock.

This is a beautiful bag. I love the style and the size. It is a larger bag and is slightly heavy, but the leather is wonderful and you can fit quite a bit in it (i.e. iPad, Kindle, etc.). I have it in the natural color which goes with everything.

Love this bag! I got it to double as a camera bag, and it's big enough to fit all my normal purse items, as well as an insert that holds my DSLR camera, plus an extra lens. My one complaint is that when the bag has my camera in it it is quite heavy, and I wish that the strap was a bit thicker, or that I could buy a shoulder strap pad for it separately that would match the bag. Not a deal breaker though, as I don't normally have to wear or walk with the bag for long periods.

absolutely gorgeous bag, I returned it because the zipper is narrow for the size of the bag.

I have several D&B bags, including a vachetta satchel in ocean blue and a small 1 in chestnut. I absolutely love those bags, so much so that I wanted to "upgrade" my chestnut satchel to this larger size (Mom is willing to give the smaller 1 a new home!). But when I received it today, I was terribly disappointed that instead of the smooth, chestnut leather I was expecting, I have a dull, dark brown, pebbled leather satchel. Hm. So I went to the D&B site to confirm description/item number and while it's exactly the same as what Zappos has, the bag I received today doesn't look anything like the pictures on either site. My ocean blue satchel is smooth leather and has "broken in" so beautifully, as has my small chestnut satchel. Sadly I'm returning this bag to Zappos and will try purchasing elsewhere. But I still love Zappos.

This bag is ok but not for me. The zipper seems too short along with the short handles. I like to carry bags by the handles instead of the shoulder strap. It's good quality leather bag just not good for my needs.

This item was in used condition - NOT NEW!! You should have disclosed this information. *No tags, scuffs and dirt.

This is the first time I’m disappointed with A Dooney and Bourke purchase. Quality was so bad, just wear it once and the material start shipping off!! I don’t understand what happen?? I need to return it!!! I’m very very disappointed with this purse from Dooney and Bourke!! Lourdes

This is a beautiful bag. The pictures do not do it justice. However, it is huge and I frankly almost kept it for luggage, as a carry on bag. Returned it, trying a smaller version.

Amazing bag. Well made, lot of space and beautiful design. Love Dooney bags and this one is really good.

Good looking- holds a lot- great quality

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My wife loved her Christmas gift!

The bag was not as big as I needed, but beautiful quality leather and make.

Handsome bag that promises years of use.

This purse is so beautiful. I absolutely adore it. I took it to Asheville where we had a girls weekend and received so many compliments. 2 weeks ago I traveled with it to Wales and then I carried the purse throughout London for several days after the Wales trip. I traveled on airplanes, in taxis, in an uber, and on the tube while carrying this bag. It's one of my favorite all time handbags. If I had to complain about anything it would be the weight but even that isn't a big issues. I have smaller purses that weigh more. This purse oozes luxury. Very nice indeed.

I have owned this bag for a little over a year and a half, and it is absolutely perfect for me. It holds lots of stuff, is durable, and always looks nice. I just ordered another one to keep in reserve. It gets my highest recommendation!

This bag is amazing! It's everything and more. Lots of space, easy to carry and looks good with everything I wear. A must have!

Oh, this bag! I stalked this bag for months trying to decide if it was worth the cost. It is stunning and a workhorse. If you are on the fence -- do not hesitate.