Aridza Bross - Cheyen Multi-strap Bag - Brown - Leather

Aridza Bross Handbag – Cheyen Multi-strap Bag – Dark Chocolate – Leather

I purchased this fabulous bag from a well known retailer frequented by celebrities and Purse Forum Members. It’s Aridza Bross “Cheyen Multi-strap bag in slightly distressed, deep luster satin finished dark chocolate Italian leather. It has oxidized silver hardware, which gives it a gunmetal tone. The top closure zipper travels down both sides to facilitate opening and has dual zipper heads that meet in the middle. What’s so special about this bag is the large front flap that has 14-inch leather fringe which hangs from the side and bottom edges, giving it the coveted boho, hippie chick look that is so very popular now. Behind the flap between the back and the interior is a large pocket. In addition to a flat tote handle attached just below the top corners (which can be concealed beneath the flap when you want to carry the bag as an oversized clutch), there is also a strap with a sliding buckle and swivel dog clip ends that can be attached to the same D-rings as the tote handle. Using the buckle, the strap can be “doubled”, “singled” or any combination between for shoulder and cross-body carrying. It’s lined in chocolate twill. Inside there are two function pockets, a zippered pocket and plenty of room for all the usual things, including a cosmetics bag, long wallet and MP3 player. I've included several photos of my husband modeling the bag. To help you envision size, Ron is 5' 6" tall and weighs 135.

The design of this bag is not only beautiful, it’s also functional and the dark chocolate color will coordinate with almost every casual outfit. It’s even nice enough to carry to work. If you’ve read any celebrity, style or fashion magazines lately you know that the boho look is back with a vengeance – fringe is now on everything; clothing, scarves, shawls, bags and even shoes. (Check out the full page fringed bag spread on page 48 of the 9/28/09 issue of OK). It’s new with no flaws like scratches, scuffs, rips, tears, stains or smells (smoke free household). There’s no reserve and insured UPS ground shipping within the USA is free. Additional incentives to bid/buy are that the listed price will barely cover my costs. It’s also the only one I have and since I plan to “retire” from ebay selling other than my personal collection downsizes several times per year once my existing inventory is listed/sold, I won’t be getting another. Once it’s gone, it’s gone. International buyers, to determine the shipping cost to your location, just choose your country from the drop down menu in the calculator behind the “Shipping and Payments” tab at the top of this listing. The available methods with charges will then appear in the table below the menu. If the calculator doesn’t work for you, please contact me for assistance.

About the Designer/Brand:

Aridza Bross is an iconic brand appreciated from New York to Paris, Milan to Tokyo. It was founded in the early '90s and has since become known for its vintage-inspired handbags. Re-aged leathers are crafted in the purest tradition of the great Italian leather makers, and formed into beautiful silhouettes that are full of personality and imprinted with the scent of nostalgia. Timelessly chic, Aridza Bross handbags abide by the goals of quality, craftsmanship, and a constant movement toward perfection.

Bag Specifics:

• All measurements are approximate and in inches.
• Soft, slightly distressed, deep luster satin finished Italian cowhide leather in a deep chocolate fudge color. It's such a dark brown, it almost looks black.
• The silver hardware is oxidized so that it has a gunmetal tone.
• There are two top closure hardware zippers that start at the bottom of each side and travel up over the top. The dual zipper heads meet in the middle at the top. As the zipper is opened, the interior side gussets expand outward.
• Large 10-1/2L X 12H front flap swings over the top opening from the back and completely covers the front. Hanging from the side and bottom edges is 14-inch leather fringe. When the flap is lifted up, a large pocket measuring 10W X 6D is revealed between the body back and the bag interior.
• Flat tote handle measures 1W X 13L and attaches to leather looped D-rings located on the top front corners. The handle drop is 4 inches, which is ideal for toting. There is also a swivel dog clip ended flat leather strap that can be attached to these same D-rings. The strap measures 1-1/2W X 45L. Using the sliding buckle, the strap can be “singled” or “doubled” (or any combination in between) to adjust the drop from 13 to 22 inches). The tote handle can be hidden beneath the flap so it is out of the way when the strap is being used. Or, if you want to carry the bag as an oversized clutch, conceal the tote handle beneath the flap and detach the strap. So, you can actually carry this bag 4 different ways.
• Lined in chocolate twill.
• Embossed leather logo label is centered on the back interior wall.
• Interior front wall contains two function pockets that measure 6-1/2W X 4D and 4-01/4W X 4D. Atop the larger pocket is a zippered one that measures 6W X 3-1/2D; hardware zipper with regular zipper head and pull.
• Overall bag body dimensions are 14L X 12H (with flap folded over front) X 4D. (Depth will expand with contents). I know it's difficult to envision a bag’s size and handle/strap drops without seeing it “in real life” even when the listing includes measurements, modeling photos and the height/weight of the model. Therefore, I recommend that you do what I myself do when considering an online bag purchase. Measure one you already have and compare those measurements to the all of the ones in this listing. You should then be able to determine whether or not the size and handle/strap drops of this bag will work for you.
• Retail price of bag is $550.00.  
• Comes with Aridza Bross retail tag, sales receipt and packing slip inside retailer’s logo envelope, plastic overwrap bag w/product sticker and natural linen Aridza Bross logo drawstring dust bag w/product information sticker.  

Authenticity Money Back Guarantee:

I am a member of the Purse Forum (TPF) and attest that this is absolutely, positively an authentic Aridza Bross bag; money back guarantee including return shipping at my expense. Regardless of whether you’re interested in this listing or that of another seller, I strongly recommend copying and pasting the auction link to the general authentication thread of the Purse Forum (www.purseforum.com). Although not professional authenticators, members there have special expertise in recognizing genuine bags. It’s what I do when I’m not sure myself from reviewing the listing photos or the seller doesn’t respond to or answer my questions appropriately. My TPF co-members have never steered me wrong. It’s always best to ask questions and check listings out BEFORE you bid or buy. Please contact me if you’d like to know my TPF ID.

Since I purchased this bag myself from a retailer with whom I have lots of experience and which is endorsed by the Purse Forum, I’m positive it’s authentic. However, if upon receipt and inspecting it yourself you have any doubts, please contact me to relay your concerns and request return. I would also encourage you to take the bag to the reputable store of your choice that regularly sells Aridza Bross bags and ask them to confirm authenticity. If the retailer is of the opinion that the bag is not genuine, I would truly appreciate receiving that opinion along with the reasons therefore and contact information in writing so I can provide that to and have a serious discussion with the retailer’s customer service manager. The bag must then be returned following the guidelines listed in the return policy in this listing. I will issue a refund once I inspect the bag to make sure it indeed is the same one that was sent, hasn’t been used and has all the aforementioned components (sorry, but I’ve got to protect myself from those who practice "bait and take" and "modeling"),

Payment Information:

The payment method accepted for this auction is PayPal, where anyone can use e-check, direct bank debit or the credit card of your choice. (It is not necessary to have an existing PayPal account or create one to use the service to make a payment using a credit card account you already have).  

Shipping Information:

Shipping via insured UPS ground within the USA is free. To ensure there is a mechanism to cover potential damage or loss during shipment and document that the package was delivered to the intended recipient at the address specified on the PayPal payment notification, all packages shipped within the USA will be insured and require a signature for delivery. For those of you who work full time (like me), requiring a signature can be inconvenient. However, since the package will be shipped to the address specified on the PayPal payment notification, you can change the address in PayPal for that specific payment to your work or other location of your choice, such as a UPS store in your area. I wrap packages very securely and have not yet experienced damage or loss. But, there is always a first time for everything so the insurance protects us both. I'm sorry that I cannot afford to offer USPS as a free shipping alternative. If you choose USPS, please understand that the estimated cost includes not only the postage based upon the weight of the bag inside the shipping box w/packaging materials to keep it safe/undamaged during transit but also insurance coverage based upon the replacement value of the bag and the fee for signature required delivery.

I will do my best to securely wrap your package but if on the rare chance your bag does get damaged, please contact me immediately and keep the box and all packaging as the carrier will need to see it for the insurance claim. If you use a knife or other sharp object to open the box, be careful not to let it slip inside where it could penetrate the dust cover and cut the bag. Shipping insurance will not cover that type of damage.

International buyers, I'm sorry but I cannot afford to absorb your shipping cost, but I will do all you need me to do to "facilitate" customs clearance. Depending on value declaration, up to $100 of shipping insurance is included (the max amount the USA will cover and allow me to purchase). 

Thanks for understanding. If the actual charge for international or domestic USPS shipping is less than my estimate, I will refund you back the difference. I firmly believe you should never have to pay more than it actually costs me. Please check my feedback for shipping speed and cost; it speaks for itself.