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[fmvazquez]

Molino in Root Beer, keep it or leave it?
(Considering that I already have the Dealan Hickory and Dealan VT3)
This would be my first Molino.
Thanks 😎

 

[DorianGreen]

Molino in Root Beer, keep it or leave it?
(Considering that I already have the Dealan Hickory and Dealan VT3)
This would be my first Molino.
Thanks 😎 View attachment 1862955 View attachment 1862956

You probably already know my answer.

As often was said, the Molino is a classy, versatile model, and the Rootbeer is a gorgeous colouway. Now it's up to you, if you want to increase your collection, or instead want to limit it to a few pieces. In the latter case, this model would be a partial juxtaposition with the other frames you mentioned. On the other hand I find the Molino significantly different from the Dealan.

 

[Pureneat]

I like them, they fit well and I bet they sing in the sun.

 

[fmvazquez]

You probably already know my answer.

As often was said, the Molino is a classy, versatile model, and the Rootbeer is a gorgeous colouway. Now it's up to you, if you want to increase your collection, or instead want to limit it to a few pieces. In the latter case, this model would be a partial juxtaposition with the other frames you mentioned. On the other hand I find the Molino significantly different from the Dealan.

Hi Dorian, appreciate your feedback! I also find the Molino and Dealan significantly different.
My collection is intentionally quite homogene, moving between black, tortoise and brown colors in Dealan/Fellinish frames. Might be a keep

 

[fmvazquez]

I like them, they fit well and I bet they sing in the sun.

Thanks! I also like the fit, just afraid of being too repetitive.

 

[Thin White Duke]

They look absolutely fine. Your only real decision is to whether the overlap with your existing shades is narrow enough to warrant owning another in similar vein.

 

[Thin White Duke]

Thanks! I also like the fit, just afraid of being too repetitive.

And there we have it! 😁

 

[fmvazquez]

They look absolutely fine. Your only real decision is to whether the overlap with your existing shades is narrow enough to warrant owning another in similar vein.

I have this 'problem' with everything; jeans, shoes, shirts but I guess gives an identity 😅

 

[Thin White Duke]

I have this 'problem' with everything; jeans, shoes, shirts but I guess gives an identity 😅

Yeah it’s interesting how some people whether we’re taking JMMs or entire wardrobes go for wide variety while others walk a narrow lane. Nothing wrong with either approach of course. I remember being in a local tailor shop and fantasising about owning loads of suits in medium blue - a herringbone, a Prince of wales, a self stripe, a sharkskin, a houndstooth etc - all just slightly different. Would make accessories easy!

 

[DorianGreen]

Yeah it’s interesting how some people whether we’re taking JMMs or entire wardrobes go for wide variety while others walk a narrow lane. Nothing wrong with either approach of course. I remember being in a local tailor shop and fantasising about owning loads of suits in medium blue - a herringbone, a Prince of wales, a self stripe, a sharkskin, a houndstooth etc - all just slightly different. Would make accessories easy!

I'm on the other side, I really appreciate the most possible variety, even though I always want to show my distinctive style.
Speaking of JMM, I have the Kobo and the Devaux, and I love both of them.

 

[fmvazquez]

I'm on the other side, I really appreciate the most possible variety, even though I always want to show my distinctive style.
Speaking of JMM, I have the Kobo and the Devaux, and I love both of them.

In Root Beer you mean? How easy is it for you to wear the Kobo?

 

[DorianGreen]

In Root Beer you mean? How easy is it for you to wear the Kobo?

I have it in Rootbeer and in Noir. As I already said, the Kobo is among the most "difficult" frames, as oversized and with that very quirky shape. I always wear classic clothing and, surprisingly, find it a very pleasant contrast with the "sleaziness" of the Kobo.

Of course the Molino is by far easier to pull off. I think it's a frame suitable for quite all faces.

 

[fmvazquez]

Here my dilemma!
(Dealan AS Hickory missing)

 

[DorianGreen]

Here my dilemma!
(Dealan AS Hickory missing)

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They're all beautiful frames, even though admittedly with a certain resemblance, with the exception of the Vendome.

I would keep the Molino, but also explore more variety.

 

[Pureneat]

The Fellini Molino is a bit of an overlap but still both worthy of inclusion in a collection, especially if different hues….