'Almost Perfect' Madison Shoulder Bag

I have never wanted a Madison bag until I saw it during my first visit to the Gladstone store. I spotted a chili red beauty on the bottom shelf and it was love. I had to have her... I never thought I would love a bag so much but it's perfect. The medium is a great size and holds everything I need, also stays on my shoulder so well!!!

I ordered the large Madison in sienna. I love the color, the size was a bit smaller than I hoped. I guess I’ll have to get another.

I love the clean lines and functional design- but most of all I love how cute it is! First off, I love how brushed leathers hold up to anything and it is just the most perfect blue. Second, this leather is so slouchy and easy going, which is rare for me to find because I tend to like the look of “smooth” leather, but I get that here in the ultra soft brushed: a smooth look and a puddle of a bag. I love the size and pockets as well. In short- this one is perfection!

After hearing from other purse pals that the Madison was small and the drop length was kind of short, I was a bit nervous about my order. Ends up, not only is the AP Medium Madison in Orchid pebbley, pretty goodness, but it's just the right size to me! It fits all I need with a bit of room to spare.

This large Madison is a perfect size for me. I use a utility for the little stuff, two gorditas for more little stuff, and a large bifold wallet or a quesadilla, and still have plenty of room for my Kindle, iPhone, and whatever else I may need. The two front pockets are handy, too, for lists and pens, and other things that need to be especially handy. This is my first look at forest green which is pebbly yet has some structure and I really like it. A beautiful color for fall!

I received my large AP Madison and was a little surprised by the size. I have a difficult time imagining the dimensions with what the bag will actually be. I thought it would be larger. It will probably be a nice large size for most people. However, I can still fit more in my Classic Medium CB (my absolute favorite bag) than I can in Madison! I believe it is because of “the dip” in the middle. The wasted space on the sides that can’t be used is deceiving in the measurement. Again…just my opinion. Love the Sienna color. My AP pebbles are not even, but that is a normal risk with AP (not complaining-but really more of a c-grade bag). Very different design and nice to see PLG going “outside of the box” with new designs. But my true love, so far, is still my Classic Medium CB.

I was watching for the perfect design for me in Chili 🌶️ Red. I purchased the medium Madison. Love the 2 front pockets and the design of the Bag. I purchased the AP but can’t find anything wrong she looks perfect. I had purchased some prior pieces to match.

LOVE this bag- it's small so you'll want a large Madison, which holds about the same as a medium crossbody or regular Lola. It's beautiful and squishy in sienna and holds everything, I love the outside pocket and the chunky handles hold flair really well without it flopping all over the place when you set your bag down. I use a large organizer inside the large Madison.

LOVE this bag- it's small so you'll want a large Madison, which holds about the same as a medium crossbody or regular Lola. It's beautiful and squishy in sienna and holds everything, I love the outside pocket and the chunky handles hold flair really well without it flopping all over the place when you set your bag down. I use a large organizer inside the large Madison.

i got the large in Plum and u guys! Plum is so pretty! the pockets on this bag are great! i love the large size for daily carry. everyone needs this bag in their collection! i hope the come out w an oversize for my big stuff eventually too. i will definately buy it!

i got the large in Plum and u guys! Plum is so pretty! the pockets on this bag are great! i love the large size for daily carry. everyone needs this bag in their collection! i hope the come out w an oversize for my big stuff eventually too. i will definately buy it!

Thick leather, great quality beautiful bag. I love all the pockets! Very happy!

I was watching for the perfect design for me in Chili 🌶️ Red. I purchased the medium Madison. Love the 2 front pockets and the design of the Bag. I purchased the AP but can’t find anything wrong she looks perfect. I had purchased some prior pieces to match.