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I purchased this pretty bag from a well known retailer frequented by Purse Forum members. It's the "Breakers Palm Beach" tote by Lambertson Truex. It comes in two sizes - small and large. This is the large one. The exterior is beautifully woven natural wicker that has a light polyurethane glazing for durability. The hardware is silvertone nickel. The top closure folding flap, center handle grip wrapping and bottom "faceplate" are white leather. There are four raised studs on the bottom to provide protection when the bag is set down on a surface. The pushlock closure device is a nickle "LT" that's engraved on the sides with the name. The sides extend upward to form the handle, leaving a large opening to fit over the arm for both tote and comfortable shoulder carrying. The piece d'resistance of this bag is the reflective silver leather interior that has a built-in frame top, kisslock section on the back wall. There is also a zippered pocket and plenty of space to carry all the essentials, including a large cosmetics bag, PDA, MP3 player and small bottled water. I've included two photos of my husband modeling the bag to help you envision size. Ron is 5' 8" tall and weighs 145.
Lambertson Truex (LT) was founded in 2000 by Richard Lambertson and John Truex and is known for classic luxury. The brand has innovative designs, uses exquisite materials, and is committed to fine craftsmanship with a loyal following in the USA, Europe, and Asia.Contemporary, timeless designs result in "forever bags" for a new generation of women. "I want each bag to be carried for a long time," says John Truex. "They soften and get more personality with age. Our customers collect our bags and keep them for years. Each one becomes a jewel to be rediscovered again and again." The designs are concise; executed with warmth, integrity, and an understated tranquility.LT strongly believes that texture is the soul of an accessory. Fine leathers in multiple finishes, from powdery soft suedes to slick polished finishes, become the inspiration for new shapes. The effect is both graceful and voluptuous. The bags are distinguished by LT's signature touch. Each bag has luxurious, reflective leather or colorful suede lining as it illuminates the interior, making it easier to navigate. Functional organizational features such coin purses, cell phone holders and detachable key chains are discretely worked into bag interiors. Whether their taste is classic or unconventional, women use luxury accessories to express their own "sense of chic." LT is about diversity and giving every kind of woman the opportunity to carry a beautiful bag no matter where her lifestyle takes her. John explains, "If they're carried to the beach or to a benefit, our accessories should augment a woman's personal style. Women who wears Lambertson Truex, have their own unique way."
This bag exudes quality workmanship/materials and incorporates reflective leather interior and a built-in, framed top kisslock section that looks like a large coin purse. It's just so cool how the white leather closure flap has three joined sections that fold over the top opening. The pushlock looks like a large nickle LT logo. What a wonderful bag this will be to carry this Summer as your straw bag. It will coordinate with every outfit and is nice enough to carry for an evening out on the town. Other than the natural, intended imperfections in the wicker, It's brand new with no flaws, scratches, scuffs, rips, tears, stains or smells (non-smoking household). There's no reserve and UPS ground shipping within the USA is free. International bidders, if you cannot calculate the shipping cost to your location using the tool below, please contact me.
Bag Specifics:
All measurements are approximate and in inches.
Beautifully woven, natural wicker that has been glazed with polyurethane for durability.
Silvertoned nickle hardware.
The top secures via a tri-folding white leather "flap" that is 6-1/2 inches wide. It's attached to the back, folds over the top opening and secures to the front via a magnetic snap and pushlock device that's a Lambertson Truex (LT) logo. The name is engraved on the sides. On the bottom of the bag there's a logo embossed leather "faceplate" that measures 6-1/2W X 3-1/2H. On each corner of the leather there is a raised silver stud to provide protection when the bag is set down on a surface.
The handle is incorporated into the woven design. The sides extend upwards leaving an open "hole" over the bag top. The diameter is 9-1/2 at the bottom, tapering to 4-1/2 at the top, with a drop of 9 inches. The center grip section is wrapped in white leather. It's perfect for both toting and comfortable shoulder carrying (see photos of Ron below).
Lined with luxurious reflective silver leather.
Back wall contains a nickle frame top, kisslock section that resembles a large coin purse measuring 8W X 6D. Centered on the front is a nickle plate engraved with "Lambertson Truex, Made in Italy". On the opposite side is a zippered pocket that measures 8W X 6D; white zephyr zipper w/nickel zipper head and a zipper pull that looks like a small safety pin, with the safey pin "head" being an LT logo (like the top closure push lock device). The entire zipper is encased in white leather.
Overall bag body dimensions are 15W (top) 9W (bottom) X 14H X 5D. (Measuring from top center of handle to bottom center of bag is 21 inches).
Retail price of bag is $1,195.00.
Comes with Lambertson Truex retail tag (still hanging from handle), Lambertson Truex product card, sales receipt, packing slip (both in retailer's logo envelope), plastic overwrap bag w/product sticker and taupe polyester/cotton blend Lambertson Truex logo drawstring dust bag. There is also another tag that was placed around the handle by the retailer to guarantee authenticity and prevent "bait and take" and "modeling". "Bait and take" is where individual purchases an authentic bag, takes it home, removes the tags and places them on a replica, which is then returned to the store for a refund. "Modeling" is where individual purchases an authentic bag, takes it home, removes the tags and then uses the bag for one or more occasions, replaces the tags on the same authentic bag, which is then returned to the store for a refund. If the tag has been removed or compromised in any way, the bag cannot be returned. The tag's design makes it impossible for it to be unnoticeably removed and replaced. The tag on this bag is intact.
I'm a member of the Purse Forum and attest that this is absolutely, positively an authentic Lambertson Truex bag; money back guarantee. Please contact me if you wish to know my TPF ID.
Payment Information:
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Shipping Costs:
UPS ground shipping within the USA is free. Insurance is optional but I would strongly suggest you consider purchase. Although I wrap my packages very securely and have not experienced damage or loss, there's always a first time for everything. If you opt not to purchase it, you will be assuming responsibility for potential damage or loss during shipment. International buyers, I'm sorry I cannot absorb your shipping cost but I will do all possible to facilitate customs clearance for you.
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