Hi! I’m interested in the Anjou mini and was wondering if any owners can tell me how the bag has held up. Any quality issues, wear and tear, stitching issues, etc.? I read about handles cracking and glazing issues on the St. Louis. Are the handles the same on the Anjou mini? Anyone know what the current price is in the US? Thanks!
Anjou Mini- wear and tear?
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Mine has held up fine…No signs of wear as of yet. The handles seem the same on the Anjou mini as the St. Louis. I haven’t had any of the cracking or glazing issues on any of my bags. I believe that happens if you overload the bags. The Anjou is so small that overloading it should not be an issue. Though I think it’s overpriced for what it is, I enjoy carrying it. It’s a very cute bag, and I like that I can carry it out in the evenings to informal dinners….which makes it more versatile than the St. Louis pm totes which I only carry during the day.
Thanks for your input, glad to hear it has held up well! What color do you have?
Mine was a bit of an impulse purchase, but I've been very happy with how it's fit into my life and how pristine it remains after 2 years. It's not exactly an everyday bag for me (I need a tote for everything I carry to and from the office), but it's my go-to when I'm heading out of the house for a day of shopping, errands, etc. and want something larger than a standard handbag without having to lug a tote around. Absolutely no issues with the bag, and agree with @earthygirl that the size makes it difficult to overload.
I have the orange and I only use once in awhile. It’s a very cute bag and you can’t put a lot in it and it’s open keep in mind . I also have the purse shaper .
I have a regular Anjou, have carried it A LOT the past few years and it’s in amazing shape
Thanks everyone! Do you all usually use it with the canvas side out or the leather side out? How does the leather hold up, does it scratch easily?
My leather is inside, since I got mine.
I think the Anjou is slightly less slouchy since it’s leather lined
I think the Anjou is slightly less slouchy since it’s leather lined
If I get one, I think I might wear it with the leather side out more often. Wondering how the leather will wear and if it’ll show scratches easily. Is it textured or smooth calfskin?
Mine is very smooth! It’s my favorite bag, I’d love one in every color
Mine is also smooth. I think if you wear it with the leather side out you’ll probably have to be a little more careful with it. The corners of preowned ones show some rubbing/scuffing of the leather piping at the corners so I don’t think the leather is the most durable. I also don’t think it’s a delicate as lambskin.