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xlawson · Oct 6th, 2008, 07:52 PM

Not quite sure of all the differences between the pyramid and the sloane besides zipper and adjustable handle. I hear the sloane is more stylish. Any opinion one versus the other. thanks

jeaniep · Oct 6th, 2008, 08:11 PM

I liked them both. The zip top is nice if you are not too careful with spillage, but the easy access of the flap is nice too. The sloane seemed a lil bit larger to me too, but both are great. Is the color you want available in both?

piperlu · Oct 6th, 2008, 08:12 PM

Which one has the adjustable handle?

doloresmia · Oct 6th, 2008, 11:34 PM

As far as i know the handles are NOT adjustable. hmmm.

i think some people find the slightly larger dimensions of the sloane too big. if you like large bags, no problem.

both are totally fabulous. they don't look terribly different when worn IMO, but construction is different. sloane has no seams if i remember right which accounts for the difference in price.

some people think it is hard to find things in the bags since they are both roomy. i use my chameleon insert and it fits perfectly inside the pyramid, and then i have no problem finding anything.

doloresmia · Oct 6th, 2008, 11:50 PM

Syma with sloane

oogiewoogie action shot ferro pyramid

LLANeedle · Oct 7th, 2008, 05:53 AM

Originally Posted by piperlu

Which one has the adjustable handle?

Neither has an adjustable strap. The sloane feels a bit bulkier under the arm. It does not have a cell phone pocket. The magnetic flap on the top is nice but the opening of the bag is limited because of the way the sides of the top flaps are stitched. The pyramid is more comfortable on the shoulder. It zips across the top and there's full, easy access to the inside. There's also a cell phone pocket. For me that's a plus. For those who carry larger PDA's it's a non issue. HTH

Lola · Oct 7th, 2008, 10:44 AM

I prefer the sloane. I love the loop that connects the bag to the strap is covered in leather. I think it makes the bag look more finished. Also I think the Sloane has a larger capacity. I usually carry a small pouch in my sloane to store my ipod and cell phone--so that's not an issue.

piperlu · Oct 7th, 2008, 12:41 PM

Do you like a BV to be more slouchy or more structured?

When I see pictures of the Sloane brand new stuffed (online, etc.), it appears to be very boxy and full, but when I see it modeled and it obviously has stuff in it, it appears to drape more. Do you think that is true?

I think one of the things that has led me to the BV is quality of leather as well as the casual elegance. I wanted a slouchy bag in BV. I have many structured ones already.

Although, after seeing the Montaigne, I really love it and it will make a nice work bag for the office.

doloresmia · Oct 7th, 2008, 08:20 PM

i love the slouchiness of BV, even when stuffed. also i love the leather and how soft it is to the touch.

piperlu · Oct 7th, 2008, 08:30 PM

Originally Posted by Lola

I prefer the sloane. I love the loop that connects the bag to the strap is covered in leather. I think it makes the bag look more finished. Also I think the Sloane has a larger capacity. I usually carry a small pouch in my sloane to store my ipod and cell phone--so that's not an issue.

^^Lola, do you think your bag has taken on a more slouchey look and not so boxy since you're using it? It looks boxy in some photos.

Minda · Oct 8th, 2008, 07:24 AM

Sloane! I like the way it slouches. It is also easier to use without the zip, yet secure enough as it fits snugly under the arm.

CaliforniaGal · Oct 8th, 2008, 06:53 PM

Scroll down -- there's a thread from a day or two ago on this very subject..
more pics too.

Lola · Oct 15th, 2008, 10:35 AM

Originally Posted by piperlu

^^Lola, do you think your bag has taken on a more slouchey look and not so boxy since you're using it? It looks boxy in some photos.

I have the Ottone Sloane and it is not boxy at all. I love the drape of the bag. When I put more things in my bag like a shawl or sweater it takes on a more structured shape. But when I don't have a bulky item in there it slouches very nicely. I definitely recommend the Sloane shape--it is my favorite BV shape. I love it even more than the Veneta (which I also own) because the Sloane can hold so much more if I need it to. It's great bag that seems to expand when you need to hold more stuff, but collapses in on itself and doesn't look big when you don't need to carry alot.

annelovepuggy · Oct 15th, 2008, 07:54 PM

Sloane! Sloane! Sloane!
I feel totally the same as Lola does. I just received my 'gunmetal'/ferro sloane today, and prefer it to veneta. It holds more and slouches beautifully [no words can describe how gracefully it drapes] that it does not overwhelm me [5'3]. I chose sloane over pyramid is I don't want another flat [with a board] bottom.

ricera · Oct 15th, 2008, 10:19 PM

I want a sloane soooo badly. Get one so I can live vicariously through you!!! But seriously, whatever you get, let us know and post pictures!

Oct 6th, 2008, 07:52 PM	#1
xlawson OP Member Joined: Jul 2007 Posts: 131	Help me decide sloane or pyramid Not quite sure of all the differences between the pyramid and the sloane besides zipper and adjustable handle. I hear the sloane is more stylish. Any opinion one versus the other. thanks
xlawson OP Member Joined: Jul 2007 Posts: 131	__________________ xdpl

Oct 6th, 2008, 08:11 PM	#2
jeaniep Member Joined: Jun 2008 Posts: 522	I liked them both. The zip top is nice if you are not too careful with spillage, but the easy access of the flap is nice too. The sloane seemed a lil bit larger to me too, but both are great. Is the color you want available in both?
jeaniep Member Joined: Jun 2008 Posts: 522

Oct 6th, 2008, 08:12 PM	#3
piperlu ~ Peltro Heaven ~ Joined: Jun 2006 Location: At the beach Posts: 9,393	Which one has the adjustable handle?
	__________________ Debbie

Oct 6th, 2008, 11:34 PM	#4
doloresmia Member Joined: May 2008 Location: SoCal Posts: 7,516	As far as i know the handles are NOT adjustable. hmmm. i think some people find the slightly larger dimensions of the sloane too big. if you like large bags, no problem. both are totally fabulous. they don't look terribly different when worn IMO, but construction is different. sloane has no seams if i remember right which accounts for the difference in price. some people think it is hard to find things in the bags since they are both roomy. i use my chameleon insert and it fits perfectly inside the pyramid, and then i have no problem finding anything.
	Last edited by doloresmia; Oct 6th, 2008 at 11:51 PM.

Oct 7th, 2008, 10:44 AM	#7
Lola Member Joined: Jan 2006 Posts: 890	I prefer the sloane. I love the loop that connects the bag to the strap is covered in leather. I think it makes the bag look more finished. Also I think the Sloane has a larger capacity. I usually carry a small pouch in my sloane to store my ipod and cell phone--so that's not an issue.
Lola Member Joined: Jan 2006 Posts: 890

Oct 6th, 2008, 11:50 PM	#5
doloresmia Member Joined: May 2008 Location: SoCal Posts: 7,516	Syma with sloane oogiewoogie action shot ferro pyramid

Oct 7th, 2008, 12:41 PM	#8
piperlu ~ Peltro Heaven ~ Joined: Jun 2006 Location: At the beach Posts: 9,393	Do you like a BV to be more slouchy or more structured? When I see pictures of the Sloane brand new stuffed (online, etc.), it appears to be very boxy and full, but when I see it modeled and it obviously has stuff in it, it appears to drape more. Do you think that is true? I think one of the things that has led me to the BV is quality of leather as well as the casual elegance. I wanted a slouchy bag in BV. I have many structured ones already. Although, after seeing the Montaigne, I really love it and it will make a nice work bag for the office.
	__________________ Debbie

Oct 7th, 2008, 08:20 PM	#9
doloresmia Member Joined: May 2008 Location: SoCal Posts: 7,516	i love the slouchiness of BV, even when stuffed. also i love the leather and how soft it is to the touch.

Oct 8th, 2008, 07:24 AM	#11
Minda Member Joined: Sep 2007 Posts: 692	Sloane! I like the way it slouches. It is also easier to use without the zip, yet secure enough as it fits snugly under the arm.
Minda Member Joined: Sep 2007 Posts: 692

Oct 8th, 2008, 06:53 PM	#12
CaliforniaGal Member Joined: May 2008 Posts: 1,151	Scroll down -- there's a thread from a day or two ago on this very subject.. more pics too.
CaliforniaGal Member Joined: May 2008 Posts: 1,151

Oct 15th, 2008, 07:54 PM	#14
annelovepuggy Member Joined: Sep 2008 Location: US East Coast Posts: 1,035	Sloane! Sloane! Sloane! I feel totally the same as Lola does. I just received my 'gunmetal'/ferro sloane today, and prefer it to veneta. It holds more and slouches beautifully [no words can describe how gracefully it drapes] that it does not overwhelm me [5'3]. I chose sloane over pyramid is I don't want another flat [with a board] bottom.

Oct 15th, 2008, 10:19 PM	#15
ricera Member Joined: Apr 2008 Location: COLORADO Posts: 598	I want a sloane soooo badly. Get one so I can live vicariously through you!!! But seriously, whatever you get, let us know and post pictures!

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