Today's post is all about Go Forth Goods Chestnut in the XL Florence and Medium size Hoffman. The site can be a little hard to navigate if you're not familiar with it, so I will link to the bags here. Chestnut is currently not available, as it was a limited edition color. However, they just released Rustic Pecan which is similar.
Check out my video for more mod shots.
(To add the front pocket, click on customize your bag)
The medium Hoffman does come with a crossbody strap, and if you would like to see more mod shots, please check out my video. I prefer carrying the Hoffman by the top handle as it looks more sleek in my opinion.
The handle drop is 5 inches, but this can be customized to 7 inches if preferred. I can barely fit the 5 inch handles over my shoulder. I definitely would not be able to do so with a thicker sweater. If you want to be able to comfortably shoulder carry this bag, definitely get the 7 inch drop handles.
Here's the XL Florence. I love the shape of this bag. It is very big on me, and more of a travel bag or if you carry a lot of things, this is for you. I don't carry a whole lot with me on a regular basis, which is why I'll probably use the Hoffman more often, but I could not stop thinking about how gorgeous this bag would look in Chestnut.
(To order the XL size, click on customize your bag)
This bag also can be carried as a crossbody bag, but I really prefer top handle for this style.
Close up details
The leather on this bag is so smooth, but firm. It'll hold the shape and not sag with your things in it. I think over time, the leather will slightly soften, but not by much. I absolutely love the pull up on this leather. Pull up refers to the changes in color when the leather is bent or stretched. Absolutely beautiful leather and gives off a lived in look.
I did customize my bag and asked for a hemmed side pocket. The default setting is a zippered pocket. You can also add another pocket on the other side if you want. This is one of the reasons why I love Go Forth Goods. Being able to customize your bag is such a game changer. I wish more companies would offer this. The downside is, these bags are made to order and final sale. The turnaround time is 20 business days. It's about a month wait from the time you place the order to when it ships. The best thing to do is to order the bag and forget about it. That way when it arrives it's like a surprise!
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This leather does show scratches and marks, but I think because of the color variation and pull up, any mark will blend in nicely for that lived in look. I can't wait to see what these bags will look like in 10 years. For the Hoffman, I asked for an outside hemmed pocket. I love to slip my phone in there for quick and easy access.
The handles on the Hoffman's fall out to the side, which the Florence handles do not do. You can "train" the Florence handles to do this, but it does take some time. The opening for both bags is approximately 12 inches wide. The zipper teeth are on the larger side than what I'm used to and also stiffer to use, but I am told that eventually the zipper will break in and smooth out over time. I could also add some wax over the zipper teeth, but I need to order some.
Go Forth Goods offer really affordable bags and the average cost of my Go Forth Goods bags are around $300 each. Right now they are still having their 30% off sale but it ends on the 31st. I definitely think these bags are worth the money, especially since they are life time guaranteed.
Did you really think I only had two Chestnut bags? I have one more! This is the small handleless Jane. It's really cute and I have it paired with a Fount Guitar Strap. I think it works. I'll have a review coming up on this style soon. That's it for me! Hope you all have a fantastic Monday!
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