Stop, please stop! You are making me think I have brought a pet into our family that I will never be able to afford!!! LOL I actually make my own bags so Princess Sophie will be in an original, original!! LOL

LOL!!!! Riley was recently in my LV/Sully and my LV/Neverfull!! I didn't carry him around in either if them but my niece and I were playing around and wanted to see how well he fit! LOL!!!! He has never made any messes in any of his bags.

OMG...I JUST did this 30 seconds ago! My son & I were trying to figure out which of my "not pet-carrier" bags they could fit it, which they liked the best & which we could fit BOTH pups in. The winner is....the Alma GM :p

KBs aren't leather. In my opinion, they are a cheap-quality over-priced bag for what they are. But, they are one of the few bags out there that is light-weight and offers complete concealment. They are also one of very few bags that hold a bigger yorkie.

My first was a small black alex. The pockets annoyed me as they were just too small to hold much...ie: my wallet wouldn't fit in a pocket...so in hindsight if I was to buy a small, I'd go with the Alexa for the bigger pocket rather than 4 tiny pockets.

My next was a large (much prefer the pocket size on the large) Alex putty with faux snake-skin trim & handles. It didn't hold up well at all. The handles started coming apart. Then I bought the faux patent black croc. That has been the most durable one, and the material holds itself a little more rigid than the others. But I got sick of just taking a black bag every time, so I got the gunmetal one. It is a thinner vinyl like the putty and more floppy then the patent croc.

As to how long it lasts would depend on how hard you are on them, how well you care for your stuff, and how much your pup weighs (heavier dogs put more strain on the straps, base).

Here's ZoE in the gunmetal, and then laying down inside the putty.

Too Funny!! :thumbup: :D

Thanks! That's great information to know. The faux black patent croc & the gunmetal...how has the exterior held up? Has it scratched or faded? My pups are both 7 lbs. How big is Zoe? She looks adorbale in that bag, btw ;)

I have the leather Windsor bag that Lil Sis sells, and it's wonderful. Shinja is a great person to buy bags from. The bag is wide so that it comfortably fits a dog, but I think it's discreet looking. I love that it has two hidden side panels, so I carry my wallet and everything else in these panels, and I don't have to open the bag.

The gunmetal is my newest one, so it's in great shape. But the one that seems the hardiest is the black croc, so if I was just to buy one bag, I'd get either the Alex or Alex Luxe in black croc, and I'd go with the large size, because of the pockets being more useable....and if you need to make the interior smaller for a tinier dog, you could just put a small blanket inside to take up some room.

ZoE is just under 10lbs, but she is long & tall, I couldn't squoosh her in the small anymore if I tried :p.

Here's pics ZoE as a pup in her small black alex, and now in her large black croc alex. Hopefully, you can kinda see the difference in pocket size.

My friend, Donna (DBlain here on YT) has this bag!
It is a nice big, sturdy bag. ZoE could easily fit in this kind of bag too...and I liked the large side pockets. The only thing I didn't like about it is that it is a heavier bag. ZoE is heavy enough, so I don't want to add to the weight on my shoulder, but I bet it would be great for a lighter-weight pup. And it's a real leather bag, so it justifies the expense to me.

Do the side pockets hold an ipad? I know they are big..just can't picture exactly how big. My large KB pockets will hold my ipad mini, but not an ipad.

I've really enjoyed reading your comments and input, thank you so much! Especially love the pictures of the yorkies in their carrier, including their weight and size of the bag, it really is helpful.

NY is quite an amazing city. Where I live, a simple dog purse carrier can often times go unnoticed, even with the mesh window exposed. But I'm not wanting to carry two purses around and his little purse now is not very comfortable to wear/tote. I'm a leather purse kind a woman and love this pup so having a leather purse/carrier is going to be great.

If any of you that have a leather purse carrier(a dog up to 6 pounds) in good condition that you're no longer interested in using, are willing to sell & ship your purse, send me a p.m.

Question: How are the leather purses in spring like temperatures? Are they breathable or too warm for the dog?

Would love to see what you make! Could you help me with dimensions? Do you use a pre made pattern?

I can't compare this bag to others mentioned because I haven't personally seen them. It is very well made and the leather is really nice. I love that Katie fits securely and comfortably in the bag, but its not lightweight. I use it instead of carrying another purse also. I just put my iPad in, and it fits perfectly. The magnetic closure is not as tight as the side without the iPad, because it comes up higher in the bag, but it still closes enough that I wouldn't worry about the iPad.

The Jeraden Windsor bag that I have is really well ventilated. I haven't used it with the privacy panel, but I haven't had a problem taking Katie places in it. They sell a cooling gel pad for it that I am going to purchase.

A lot of people like the black alex... but kwigy bo keeps going out of stock:thumbdown I love the look of the gun metal grey.. you bought that one from me:)
The kw are reasonbly priced, a little less then some of the other designer bags.. but I stopped using mine because I felt like it caved in on Remy. I also think the soft quilted pleather could show wear faster then some other materials used. That is just my opinion.

I like the more ridgid or sturctured construction of the jaraden for that reason. I have sold a couple of the large get-a-ways for people who have 2 pups and needed the space. I will tell you they are nice looking bags...but they are BIG!!!! But if you need the space what choice ?

Could you tell me how comfortable this bag is to carry? I'm do not like it when one strap falls off of the shoulder. Also, how tall was your little Chelsea? I'm thinking of both comfort for me the carrier and the carried :)

The bag is very comfortable. The straps are a nice longer length and fit over the shoulder, even when wearing a coat, which I liked alot. I never had issue with the straps falling off the shoulder. They are rolled leather and stay put, especially when broken in a bit.

I don't know how tall Chelsea was, I don't remember ever measuring her, but she was fairly proportional (maybe slightly longer than she was tall) and consistently weighed around 5lbs (5 1/2 lbs at her heaviest). She always layed down in the bag & stuck her nose up against a vent hole.

Like I said, it's a great quality, leather bag and is the only one I ever used with her. If they made it in a larger size, I would order one in a heartbeat for ZoE. I can't speak to any other bag in the Cece Kent line, as the Nantucket is the only one I've had experience with, but I'd assume they are of the same or similiar quality.

Thank you so much, I really appreciate it! Do you still have the bag? Could you tell me how big the ventilation holes are? The reason why I'm asking is because I get to have a leather bag made next week, don't have access to physical touch any of these bags and I need to make sure it's perfect! I'm also pressured by my dh to order a second bag for my dil! I'm projecting that the dogs may way 6 pounds as adults, even though it's possible they will only be 4.5 pounds.

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I'd love to know how the length of the straps too and then I think I'll be set!!!! :D so excited! (ventilation holes, not the mesh part and straps)

Kind of you to ask!! I do use patterns. I have several and I've been looking into a bottom stabilizer so that they are not just "hobo" style. I want to make something that will provide enough room for Sophie and be able to hold the things I need to carry. Still looking, haven't decided on what style just yet. Right now, I have several other great bags that Sophie can use so there's really no pressure right now for me to make one. I may end up buying one if I need to travel by plane in the near future to see my daughter in MN.

Also check out Lucy's Luxuries!!! Beautiful carriers!!!

this video is helping a lot.

Well, I went to my purse maker this afternoon and am sooo excited! Monday, I'll actually place my order as we go over all of the details and possibly Wed or Thursday it'll be in hand! I'm still not sure about the strap sizes but I picked out my leather/color and some of the hardware already. The original doesn't have a deep separate leather pocket for personal items, treats or things, so we are putting in one or possibly two, we'll see. This is a fun project! Anyway, if someone who has one could mention how long the straps are it would help, or maybe we'll just fit it to our own bodies ;) This gives us something to go by.

It's about an 11inch drop, but if your having it custom made, I'd have it made to whatever drop is most comfortable for you. The holes are about a 3/4inch grommet....I really like this feature, because even when the bag is completely closed up, your dog is still getting air. Personally, I'd like one large outside pocket added to the backside of the bag. And if I was having it made (and you're going by the nantucket's dimensions), I'd choose to make the bag a little wider, so you could put a few extra pockets inside and putting things in them wouldn't take up space from your pup. I'd really like if under the front flaps there was a pocket too (instead of just decorative flaps). Again, personally, I don't think you can have too many pockets...think of wallet, (ipad?), glasses, keys, potty pads, treats, water bottle, leash, small comb/brush (cos their hair tends to get wrecked being in a bag).

Can't wait to see this creation...bet it will be amazing!

Oh, and what color are you getting it made in?

Thank you so much! I was guessing the holes were a tad bit smaller and afraid to go any larger without knowing. Very very helpful! I'm with you about the pockets and I'm wondering now if perhaps I should go with the newer cecekent design or just augment this one. My dil wants this style so bad and my favorite is the other but I was thinking it was too much hardware to try and copy. I do like the ideas of the front pockets.

http://www.hautepup.com/CeCe-Kent-Ra...ier_p_214.html

I'm going with a black croc embossed cow leather ;) I love leather purses and I'd like something durable, won't scratch like the soft leathers and hold it's shape better. Also, I love wearing black year round so it's very practical.

Glad I found this thread. I was talking about getting a purse carrier for mine just yesterday! Post pics when you get it!

Thank you, I will!! Check out Dog Carriers | Designer Dog Carrier, Airplane Approved Pet Carriers, Luxury Puppy Purses for ideas :) and also there's quite a few youtube video reviews on carriers that are helpful too!

Thanks for the link, that will help alot!

Wow there is lot of high end dog bags, can not wait to see your finished bag