Traveling with a PLUME 32cm--your thoughts?

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24, Faubourg

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Apr 18, 2006
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#1
After getting rid of my heavy Togo 35cm Birkins a while back, I no longer have a large Hermes bag to use as a carryon. A Birkin 30cm in goatskin has sufficed on my last couple of trips, but I'd like something larger now that we're no longer allowed to take trolleys into the cabin. I am considering a Birkin 35cm and a Plume 32cm in Chevre de Coromandel since they're so durable and relatively lightweight.

Has anyone traveled with a Plume 32cm? How do you like it? Thanks!
 
#2
The plume may be easier to bring on a plane...size wise, these days... but both choices are great. Have you thought about the 37 cm bolide? It looks smaller than it sounds. I think that will be my carry-on this next trip.
 
#3
Hi avan, thanks! I did have a 37cm Bolide in black goatskin but sold it to my sister! It would have been perfect, but I don't like the lambskin lining. One of my wishes is to have a regular Bolide with lining in Chevre Marocain instead of the usual lambskin. I once had a Bolide 47 in Clemence but it was SO heavy that when empty, it just flopped to the ground from its own weight. LOL!

I am torn between a Plume 28cm and 32cm. I also don't know which color to choose yet, either.
 
#4
24!!! Welcome back~~ Hadn't seen you here in a while. I've never carried the Plume on board (or any H bags for that matter) but my SA did recommend the larger size Plume for traveling, actually she tried to sell me one.
 
#5
I don't have plume, but I saw one at a boutique. 32cm looked like it had a lot of space!!!!!!! I am VERY sure it would hold a lot of stuff. I agree with you 24! Plume is a good choice-alternative to Birkin 35cm. Plume 32cm is on my wish list, too!
 
#8
Avan, I travel really light but would love the extra space that a 32cm affords. What I love most about it is the zippered closure, goatskin lining, and multiple interior pockets! I actually had a Plume 32 in Potiron Chevre de Cor./Gold but it's now with addicted! Seller's remorse... But what I'd actually rather have is a more neutral color, so I'm not too sad!

Hi Kou, I still visit/browse every now and then! I just don't comb through all threads like I used to!

Aspenmartial, now I'm leaning toward a 32cm! Good luck in finding yours.

More Plume musings...
 
#10
24, my vote is a Plume 32 in Chevre in either Noisette or Havane/Cognac!
I think it would be a perfect travel bag.
Also, for the plane, you can still bring a regular purse (Kelly 32, Birkin 30) and a small tote (Les pliages for books, pashmina, etc) even if you can't bring a trolley. I also like the idea of bringing a large Les Pliages and putting the Kelly/Birkin inside during security checks...
 
#11
24 said:
Avan, I travel really light but would love the extra space that a 32cm affords. What I love most about it is the zippered closure, goatskin lining, and multiple interior pockets! I actually had a Plume 32 in Potiron Chevre de Cor./Gold but it's now with addicted! Seller's remorse... But what I'd actually rather have is a more neutral color, so I'm not too sad!

Hi Kou, I still visit/browse every now and then! I just don't comb through all threads like I used to!

Aspenmartial, now I'm leaning toward a 32cm! Good luck in finding yours.

More Plume musings...
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And THANK YOU SO MUCH for selling this 32 Potiron Chevre plume to me!!! It's my FAVORITE bag really....and I'm so happy with it. As far as traveling, I travel with quite a bit, and this bag would be too small for me. For me a Garden Party would be more suited for travel. But, I think I'm a packrat...:shame:
 
#12
Are the straps on the Plume 32 long enough to go over your shoulder? That has been the only downside for me traveling with a Birkin as a carryon (that, and the fact that it is really, really heavy!!)
 
#13
GT, you're goooood! You sure know me by now. I am definitely leaning toward those colors since they look awesome against my usual black duds. Thanks!

Hehe addicted, I was waiting for you to chime in about your big pumpkin! I'm so glad you're enjoying it so much.

Funnyredhed, I have never tried carrying it on my shoulder! Ask addicted! =)
 
#15
24, I second GT's comment. I use my extra large sized Longchamp Les Pliage tote a lot when I'm traveling. You can either put your Birkin or Plume inside it if you have to put it under the seat or through the x-ray OR use it as an extra carryon. Since it's cheap and extremely durable , I don't mind it getting bumped around a lot. Besides, you can dump a lot of stuff in it.
 
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