We have multiple Coach stores in Indy. If I wanted a Coachy purse, that's where I'd go. That takes any difference between department stores out of the equation. They're too spendy for me though so it's a non-issue.
Speaking of Furla, when I was in Paris in 2007, it was during their bi-annual department store sale. Purse shopping in Paris--even if you're not really into purses like me--is heaven. There are SO many beautiful bags. I feel in love with a Furla purse. It was a pale butter color and was the softest leather I've ever felt. It was gorgeous. I went back to that purse any number of times, but kept talking myself out of it, to my regret.
Live with intention. Walk to the edge. Listen hard. Practice wellness. Play with abandon. Laugh. Choose with no regret. Continue to learn. Appreciate your friends. Do what you love. Live as if this is all there is.
--Mary Anne Radmacher