3.1 Phillip Lim 'Pashli' Bag...Anyone?
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That's what I thought at first too - but it's definitely possible. I was prepared to receive my medium Pashli much heavier than my Michael Kors Jet Set (Apple version). they were around the same weight even tho the MK had much less hardware and was thinner and flimsier.
So please consider that if weight was your only issue. I passed up on the Thela for so many reasons. Couldn't be happier with my Pashli - except maybe that I would've went for the large instead (a lot of people said it would be too big for my 5'1" frame...).
Oh wow! This is so interesting! My pashli was so much heavier than the MK jet set. So weird. I sold my pashli because it was making my forearm numb! Haha cant carry a bag that heavy
But now that you say this, I'm scared to get the thela!
But now that you say this, I'm scared to get the thela!
Oh wow! This is so interesting! My pashli was so much heavier than the MK jet set. So weird. I sold my pashli because it was making my forearm numb! Haha cant carry a bag that heavy
But now that you say this, I'm scared to get the thela!
Is yours a large? Mine was definitely no significantly heavier. Does your Jet Set have the padded slots and all inside (for the MBP/iPad etc)?
Thank you for elaborating on this. I love the structure of the pashli but feel that I would need a large one to use as a work bagI was deciding between the two as well and ended up getting the Pashli. It's heavy but all my leather bags are about this weight, give or take. And shopbop shows the thela being heavier than this though...
The Pashli to me is defo more 'formal' for work but can be played down, the thela, while gorgeous, can be a little oversized since it's huge but has no structure like the Pashli! I use it for work and meetings too. I bring it everywhere (shopping, church, work). Hope this helps!
In my opinion, the medium and the small size are the cutest! On the other hand, like you said, the thela is a little shapeless and oversized. It might be too bohemian for work. I can't decide!
a numb forearm sounds terrible! now that you've sold it, are you looking for a replacement bag?
i'm looking for a nice bag (my first purchase) that i can load up heavily for school & work. it's a shame that all the bags i'm lusting after aren't meant to be carried on the shoulder
I'm curious. If you don't mind me asking, what are the reasons you passed up on the thela, apart from the weight? I'm trying to decide between the two myself
The pashli is beautiful but do you think the medium pashli will comfortably fit a MBP 13 inch with books? I love the medium and the mini, but the large loses a lot of its charm for me.
Thank you for elaborating on this. I love the structure of the pashli but feel that I would need a large one to use as a work bag
On the other hand, like you said, the thela is a little shapeless and oversized. It might be too bohemian for work. I can't decide!
What do you need in your work bag? I'll see if I have the same and try to fit it into the medium for you! Haha 😊
You are an angel! I usually carry around a Macbook Pro 13, the charger, a couple of notebooks and folders, a makeup bag, cellphone & charger, pencil-case. I just realized how big of a bag I need while I was listing all this out
I'm curious. If you don't mind me asking, what are the reasons you passed up on the thela, apart from the weight? I'm trying to decide between the two myself
The pashli is beautiful but do you think the medium pashli will comfortably fit a MBP 13 inch with books? I love the medium and the mini, but the large loses a lot of its charm for me.
I have the medium and my 11" MacBook Air fits perfectly with a folder, notebook and small things. I don't think a 13" MacBook Pro would fit in the medium, unfortunately, esp if you were to put books with it too.
I chose the Pashli because 1) I can find a lot of pictures of it paired with different outfits, it seemed so versatile and can be dressed up or down, whilst the Thela seemed to only be on Olivia Palermo and she looks so flawless in her pictures... I wondered if the bag would lose it's charm on me, y'know?
2) probably easier to sell the Pashli than thela if I really disliked it,
3) the thela is indeed more bohemian, and I've read reviews that it is much larger than you'd expect, there's no boutique in Singapore that I could try it on at, and imagine it being so huge + all my stuff! Id look like a mailman 😂
I'll take the photo for you later, I'm out now! I have a MBP 13inch as well! Hehe no problem! 😊
2) probably easier to sell the Pashli than thela if I really disliked it,
3) the thela is indeed more bohemian, and I've read reviews that it is much larger than you'd expect, there's no boutique in Singapore that I could try it on at, and imagine it being so huge + all my stuff! Id look like a mailman 😂
I'll take the photo for you later, I'm out now! I have a MBP 13inch as well! Hehe no problem!
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I'm curious. If you don't mind me asking, what are the reasons you passed up on the thela, apart from the weight? I'm trying to decide between the two myself
The pashli is beautiful but do you think the medium pashli will comfortably fit a MBP 13 inch with books? I love the medium and the mini, but the large loses a lot of its charm for me.
I am able to fit my 13" MacBook Pro into my medium pashli. it's a bit tight but not bad if you don't carry too much. Here's how it fits with the mbp, a large moleskine notebook, a medium sized book, glasses case, and wallet. It still closes quite comfortably.
Thanks again!I chose the Pashli because 1) I can find a lot of pictures of it paired with different outfits, it seemed so versatile and can be dressed up or down, whilst the Thela seemed to only be on Olivia Palermo and she looks so flawless in her pictures... I wondered if the bag would lose it's charm on me, y'know?
2) probably easier to sell the Pashli than thela if I really disliked it,
3) the thela is indeed more bohemian, and I've read reviews that it is much larger than you'd expect, there's no boutique in Singapore that I could try it on at, and imagine it being so huge + all my stuff! Id look like a mailman 😂
I'll take the photo for you later, I'm out now! I have a MBP 13inch as well! Hehe no problem!
I love that the pashli automatically adds edginess and style to any outfit. The thela might be hard to pair with outfits, like you said. I was also bummed to only see photos of Olivia Palermo who always looks like she's had a professional blowout. The photos I see online of the large pashli aren't as cute as the other sizes...they almost look a little klunky. If someone has gotten a large one and doesn't mind posting modeling pics, I'd be eternally grateful!
Thank you for the photos. Your bag is beautiful! I've been eyeing that color as well.
When you load it up with your MacBook, are you able to carry it on your forearm or do you use the shoulder strap?