Feb 24, 2016
Like it even more by the day
I was looking for something to replace my Jansport Superbreak, and I narrowed down to 'Settlement Mid Volume' (black with metal zippers) and Marc by Marc Jacobs Domo Arigato Packrat Backpack (black with metal zippers). I know, I know, the price tags have $140 difference, and they aren't supposed to be competed, but I think their looks are similar enough to be equally tempting.
So I went to youtube and tried to find anyone sharing real life information about those bags (i.e., how the bags look in everyday light, in normal poses, etc.). I really loved how 'Settlement Mid Volume' looked, despite one Youtube mentioning the metal zipper could get stuck sometimes.
I placed an order through Nordstrom, thinking that I can return it for free in case I'm not happy with it after all. To be honest, when I first saw it, I thought it was too stiff - meaning it's not as causal-looking as something like Jansport Superbreak. Also, it doesn't look as spacious as those youtube videos suggested. I was tempted to exchange for the "Settlement" in normal volume. However, I convinced myself to just hang the bag over a hook for 2-3 days with some stuffs in it (makeup bags, snacks, etc.), and see what's gonna happen.
I'm so glad I didn't return it, because the more I use it, the more I enjoy how it goes with every outfit. Granted, it will never be as relaxed-looking as Superbreak, but it's more than a school backpack! I even carry it when I go to shopping malls or run errands around town. The black and gold metal zippers make a perfect look.
P.S. granted, the metal zipper is not as smooth as a plastic one, but I have no problem with it so far, and if anything happens, I believe it's covered within the Herschel one-year warranty.
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