Tumi Gemini Large Flap Bag - Designer Handbag & Purse Chat.. The Bag Forum

Alicia · February 22nd, 2008, 08:20 PM

The bags in the Gemini collection by Tumi are great for everyday, comfortable and their shapes are classic. And this season's colors are white, brown and bright green. I just got the large Gemini Flap Bag in green and although green bags usually don't appeal to me, this one does. It is definitely a bag that will only come out of the closet for spring and summer though as it's brightness doesn't fit into any fall or winter color trends.

As for the bag itself, I absolutely love the shape and the two cute pockets in the front. there's even a nice exterior back pocket for quick access to whatever. And the best part is the leather! It's made from tumbled leather with vachetta trim and I must say that it is extremely soft and supple. What's also great is the thick shoulder strap as it will take forever to wear. Featured inside are a nylon interior, a zippered pocket with a Tumi leather tag, a cell pocket and a key ring. Also, opening and closing the front flap and small pockets couldn't be easier. The magnetic closure is so convenient and quick, yet secure as opposed to a buckle closure, which can be annoying to open and close constantly. With that said, the quality of the bag is definitely worth the $445 price tag!

See it here: Large Flap - TUMI

boysRsmelly · February 23rd, 2008, 03:37 PM

I'm not a big fan of Tumi... their bags look like they were just slapped together or something. Is that just me? LOL!

JessLR · February 23rd, 2008, 06:50 PM

It sort of looks like something from JCPenny or Sears, IMHO.

Alicia · February 24th, 2008, 03:11 AM

Ladies, it's a lot nicer in person....

Jennifer · February 24th, 2008, 04:59 PM

The wonderful people over at Tumi were so kind enough to send us this new Tumi Gemini Flap bag for a review.

Today I checked out the other bags in this collection when I was at the mall, and discovered the assortment of Gemini bags: bucket bags, north/south totes, shoulder bags, and handbags. Available in green, honey brown, black or (my favorite) white. Price range is very reasonable, taking into consideration quality and function.

I like the off white color. And about the quality of the bag.. I would rather have this Tumi, than say, a Dooney.

boysRsmelly · February 24th, 2008, 05:04 PM

^^^ LOL! Well, I'm sure anything is better than a Dooney (although Dooney really isn't too bad when it comes to the quality of construction). I wasn't really saying that they were cheaply made... its just the way they look, you know what I mean? I guess I just don't like the plain edges and the way all of their bags close with a little strip that fits into a loop like that.

Jennifer · February 24th, 2008, 05:18 PM

actually, i like this yellow one more..

mudkipz · February 25th, 2008, 08:07 AM

The yellow one does look better.

anne022196 · February 25th, 2008, 08:38 AM

i like the style...but anyway im not a big fan of TUMI

I_Adore_Dior · February 25th, 2008, 04:40 PM

I love Tumi for the travel bags, not really sure if I would carry it as an everyday purse.

the yellow one is pretty cool though.

laluella · February 25th, 2008, 08:07 PM

No for me. I'd rather spend the $300-500 elsewhere. The Tumi bags just aren't very interesting. The contrast top stitching on most of the items looks cheap, IMO. However, the white Gemini Flap bag with black edging has the some appeal but maybe because it reminds me of Valextra.

I almost liked the Chatham Tote North but Tumi put an odd, seemingly random, paisley insert. It reminds me of the Lanvin Kentucky except the outside is bold blue and the inside is bright green. Almost Tumi, almost.

Mon Vuitton · March 1st, 2008, 06:23 PM

TUMI is better off sticking with men's bags and luggage, IMO!

Samia · March 3rd, 2008, 10:22 AM

First time I heard of them and had a look, not that great for the prices they are offering!

February 22nd, 2008, 08:20 PM	#1 (permalink)
Alicia MODERATOR &amp;amp; BLOGGER Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Shoreline, CT Posts: 2,217	Tumi Gemini Large Flap Bag The bags in the Gemini collection by Tumi are great for everyday, comfortable and their shapes are classic. And this season's colors are white, brown and bright green. I just got the large Gemini Flap Bag in green and although green bags usually don't appeal to me, this one does. It is definitely a bag that will only come out of the closet for spring and summer though as it's brightness doesn't fit into any fall or winter color trends. As for the bag itself, I absolutely love the shape and the two cute pockets in the front. there's even a nice exterior back pocket for quick access to whatever. And the best part is the leather! It's made from tumbled leather with vachetta trim and I must say that it is extremely soft and supple. What's also great is the thick shoulder strap as it will take forever to wear. Featured inside are a nylon interior, a zippered pocket with a Tumi leather tag, a cell pocket and a key ring. Also, opening and closing the front flap and small pockets couldn't be easier. The magnetic closure is so convenient and quick, yet secure as opposed to a buckle closure, which can be annoying to open and close constantly. With that said, the quality of the bag is definitely worth the $445 price tag! See it here: Large Flap - TUMI Last edited by Alicia; February 22nd, 2008 at 08:26 PM.

February 23rd, 2008, 03:37 PM	#2 (permalink)
boysRsmelly Moderator and Blogger Join Date: Sep 2006 Posts: 5,180	Re: Tumi Gemini Large Flap Bag I'm not a big fan of Tumi... their bags look like they were just slapped together or something. Is that just me? LOL! __________________ Current Wishlist Balenciaga Mini Classique or Shoulder See by Chloe Animalia Keychain My Blog Posts

February 23rd, 2008, 06:50 PM	#3 (permalink)
JessLR Moderator Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Ohio Posts: 5,116	Re: Tumi Gemini Large Flap Bag It sort of looks like something from JCPenny or Sears, IMHO. __________________ Wishlist: Marc by Marc Jacobs Dr. Q Groovee in fluro menta Rebecca Minkoff MAM in black basketweave Rebecca Minkoff Nikki in mint Coach Sabrina in teal Sign Up for the '09 tBF Meet!

February 24th, 2008, 03:11 AM	#4 (permalink)
Alicia MODERATOR &amp;amp; BLOGGER Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Shoreline, CT Posts: 2,217	Re: Tumi Gemini Large Flap Bag Ladies, it's a lot nicer in person....

February 24th, 2008, 05:04 PM	#6 (permalink)
boysRsmelly Moderator and Blogger Join Date: Sep 2006 Posts: 5,180	Re: Tumi Gemini Large Flap Bag ^^^ LOL! Well, I'm sure anything is better than a Dooney (although Dooney really isn't too bad when it comes to the quality of construction). I wasn't really saying that they were cheaply made... its just the way they look, you know what I mean? I guess I just don't like the plain edges and the way all of their bags close with a little strip that fits into a loop like that. __________________ Current Wishlist Balenciaga Mini Classique or Shoulder See by Chloe Animalia Keychain My Blog Posts

February 24th, 2008, 05:18 PM	#7 (permalink)
Jennifer Administrator Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Emerald City Posts: 11,506	Re: Tumi Gemini Large Flap Bag actually, i like this yellow one more.. __________________ '09 TBF Meet in Chicago! 2 Giveaways: Rebecca Minkoff MAM + Lauren Merkin Molly Clutch Bag Bliss & The Fashion Row

February 25th, 2008, 08:07 AM	#8 (permalink)
mudkipz Rising Bag Star Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 372	Re: Tumi Gemini Large Flap Bag The yellow one does look better. __________________ Fashion Stuff (All Things Fashion)

February 25th, 2008, 08:38 AM	#9 (permalink)
anne022196 The Bag Star Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 515	Re: Tumi Gemini Large Flap Bag i like the style...but anyway im not a big fan of TUMI

February 25th, 2008, 04:40 PM	#10 (permalink)
I_Adore_Dior Another Purse Please! Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: everywhere Posts: 403	Re: Tumi Gemini Large Flap Bag I love Tumi for the travel bags, not really sure if I would carry it as an everyday purse. the yellow one is pretty cool though.

February 25th, 2008, 08:07 PM	#11 (permalink)
laluella Rising Bag Star Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 221	Re: Tumi Gemini Large Flap Bag No for me. I'd rather spend the $300-500 elsewhere. The Tumi bags just aren't very interesting. The contrast top stitching on most of the items looks cheap, IMO. However, the white Gemini Flap bag with black edging has the some appeal but maybe because it reminds me of Valextra. I almost liked the Chatham Tote North but Tumi put an odd, seemingly random, paisley insert. It reminds me of the Lanvin Kentucky except the outside is bold blue and the inside is bright green. Almost Tumi, almost.

March 1st, 2008, 06:23 PM	#12 (permalink)
Mon Vuitton LVoe these bags! Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 256	Re: Tumi Gemini Large Flap Bag TUMI is better off sticking with men's bags and luggage, IMO!

March 3rd, 2008, 10:22 AM	#13 (permalink)
Samia Rising Bag Star Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 340	Re: Tumi Gemini Large Flap Bag First time I heard of them and had a look, not that great for the prices they are offering! __________________

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