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TDL · Nov 6th, 2009, 05:34 AM

Has anyone noticed that BV brought back the original Pyramid bag? Well, more like a new improved version that would be good news to OP fans out there.

Comparison: (re-issued vs. new Pyramid)

1. Shoulder strap: RP is not woven, longer and adjustable. NP is woven on top & not adjustable.
2. Rings: RP has woven rings like the Sloane (LOVE THIS!). NP has brass rings.
3. Size: RP is a tad taller. NP is a bit wider. Dimensions for BV site below.
4. Price: HUGE difference... RP $1580, NP$2250

RP = 11.3 x 11.7 x 7
NP = 12.5 x 10.5 x 6.6

I still like my new Pyramid but has anyone seen the re-issued Pyramid IRL?

First they made a 3rd version of the Ball... now the Pyramid (re-issued). I wonder what retro bag they will be reinventing next.

LLANeedle · Nov 6th, 2009, 05:51 AM

TDL, I noticed that too. Thanks for the great comparison. Mine is the NP but the RP looks interesting esp. the adjustable shoulder strap.

alisonanna · Nov 6th, 2009, 07:29 AM

I like the RP a lot! I like that it's taller, I like the adjustable strap, the rings, and I definitely like the price better. Is it nappa umbria?

Mid- · Nov 6th, 2009, 08:23 AM

Fantastic observation, TDL! I saw it online too but didn't look into details. I'll definitely ask about it tomorrow at the boutique! I'd love one if it comes in those nappa umbria colours like the dark truffle or the gladiola!

jburgh · Nov 6th, 2009, 11:46 AM

This thread is wonderful! Thanks for the research. I'm going to copy this into the reference library under the styles section.

Juda · Nov 6th, 2009, 02:02 PM

Originally Posted by TDL

First they made a 3rd version of the Ball... now the Pyramid (re-issued). I wonder what retro bag they will be reinventing next.

Maybe the Veneta - they should make it a rounder and call it "Belly veneta"

Thank you TDL - your input is always very valuable
What other bags are considered retro? Sloane? Campana?
it would be interesting to know when BV 1st introduced each of the icon handbags and what changes they made to each

Baggiana · Nov 6th, 2009, 05:52 PM

The woven rings really appeals to me!

I think that the veneta has been modified every year/season - and that has become a tradition. I love the different and special versions!

Juda · Nov 7th, 2009, 07:39 AM

I was under the impression that the Belly veneta is a new style unlike the Tornabuoni, Rivet or pleated veneta - Thanks Baggiana

annelovepuggy · Nov 7th, 2009, 10:51 AM

Is the adjustable strap of RP long enough so that it allows you to wear cross body [i.e. making it a messenger bag] ? I also love the weaved ring of RP and the price !

Mid- · Nov 7th, 2009, 09:29 PM

And of course I had to ask about the original pyramid at the 5th ave boutique today.

Apparently they have been making this style quietly behind all the other newer icon bags. I played with the nero one a bit (they had the ebano too). The strap can be worn in two different lengths, either short for hand carry or long for shoulder carry. I'm 161cm and US size 4-6, and was able to cross-body carry it with a shearling jacket on (though a bit snug). It has a sporty feel, is very streamlined, and quite different from the new pyramid. Very nice bag indeed.

annelovepuggy · Nov 8th, 2009, 07:29 AM

Thank you, Mid. Splendid ! I can feel a little excitement ...

Originally Posted by Mid-

And of course I had to ask about the original pyramid at the 5th ave boutique today.

Apparently they have been making this style quietly behind all the other newer icon bags. I played with the nero one a bit (they had the ebano too). The strap can be worn in two different lengths, either short for hand carry or long for shoulder carry. I'm 161cm and US size 4-6, and was able to cross-body carry it with a shearling jacket on (though a bit snug). It has a sporty feel, is very streamlined, and quite different from the new pyramid. Very nice bag indeed.

Nov 6th, 2009, 07:29 AM	#3
alisonanna Member Joined: Aug 2006 Posts: 2,156	I like the RP a lot! I like that it's taller, I like the adjustable strap, the rings, and I definitely like the price better. Is it nappa umbria?
alisonanna Member Joined: Aug 2006 Posts: 2,156

Nov 6th, 2009, 11:46 AM	#5
jburgh BV, Choo, Ferragamo Joined: Aug 2007 Location: where the Corgis frap Posts: 7,203	This thread is wonderful! Thanks for the research. I'm going to copy this into the reference library under the styles section.
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Nov 6th, 2009, 05:52 PM	#7
Baggiana Member Joined: Feb 2008 Posts: 1,991	The woven rings really appeals to me! I think that the veneta has been modified every year/season - and that has become a tradition. I love the different and special versions!
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Nov 7th, 2009, 07:39 AM	#8
Juda Member Joined: Apr 2009 Posts: 956	I was under the impression that the Belly veneta is a new style unlike the Tornabuoni, Rivet or pleated veneta - Thanks Baggiana
Juda Member Joined: Apr 2009 Posts: 956

Nov 7th, 2009, 10:51 AM	#9
annelovepuggy Member Joined: Sep 2008 Location: US East Coast Posts: 1,035	Is the adjustable strap of RP long enough so that it allows you to wear cross body [i.e. making it a messenger bag] ? I also love the weaved ring of RP and the price !
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Nov 6th, 2009, 05:51 AM	#2
LLANeedle Member Joined: Oct 2007 Location: Maryland Posts: 1,445	TDL, I noticed that too. Thanks for the great comparison. Mine is the NP but the RP looks interesting esp. the adjustable shoulder strap.

Nov 6th, 2009, 08:23 AM	#4
Mid- ありがとう Joined: Mar 2007 Location: ottone~chocolate heaven Posts: 3,554	Fantastic observation, TDL! I saw it online too but didn't look into details. I'll definitely ask about it tomorrow at the boutique! I'd love one if it comes in those nappa umbria colours like the dark truffle or the gladiola!

Nov 7th, 2009, 09:29 PM	#10
Mid- ありがとう Joined: Mar 2007 Location: ottone~chocolate heaven Posts: 3,554	And of course I had to ask about the original pyramid at the 5th ave boutique today. Apparently they have been making this style quietly behind all the other newer icon bags. I played with the nero one a bit (they had the ebano too). The strap can be worn in two different lengths, either short for hand carry or long for shoulder carry. I'm 161cm and US size 4-6, and was able to cross-body carry it with a shearling jacket on (though a bit snug). It has a sporty feel, is very streamlined, and quite different from the new pyramid. Very nice bag indeed.
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