I like larger bags. I have mostly k35 and b35. I use Mai tai inserts in all of them and I keep the pockets filled with my essentials. I don't have any problems with them flopping in. I keep my wallet keys and phone in the center portion. I don't use small leather goods because the pockets hold things securely for me. If you are putting things into SLGs first then into the pockets perhaps it's too heavy for the side pockets?
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I like larger bags. I have mostly k35 and b35. I use Mai tai inserts in all of them and I keep the pockets filled with my essentials. I don't have any problems with them flopping in. I keep my wallet keys and phone in the center portion. I don't use small leather goods because the pockets hold things securely for me. If you are putting things into SLGs first then into the pockets perhaps it's too heavy for the side pockets?
Not sure if this helps. I put my staff pass (which is not in the bag), lipgloss/balm, LV key pouch and car key into the pockets. I tried putting my calvi in the pocket as well. Although it doesn't flop down completely, it will cause the insert to lean inwards so I decided to have the calvi inside the main compartment.
I think that's the issue. At one point I think Mai tai had a note on her website that said the pockets were not intended for heavier items. I think the pockets are intended to hold things securely without the need for small leather goods. Here is my b35 today. You can see that I keep Kleenex, a phone charger, my lipstick, also an extra pair of contacts, Tylenol, a mini notebook and pen and a mini hand cream in the pockets. My sunglasses wallet keys and phone go on the center. There is no flopping and I can find everything easily. I don't use SLGs. If I did I agree that I would put them in the center.
I have tried them all in terms of type (I think), Mai Tai, Samorga, Hermes, Baginizer, a variety of others. My favorite by a landslide also happens to be the least expensive, "Divide and Conquer" on Etsy. Multiple options, waterproof bottom, lightest weight, gives bags the best structure especially over time. I have old togo and clemence Birkins that I can store standing up and having them look new because of these inserts. They cost around $50 for B35s.
I agree, although the price was closer to $70 for me. I ordered a 7RP and was not impressed. While it's beautifully made, it acts as a liner and barely fits my new B35. It moves around with 4 inches of gap within it. My D&C checks all the boxes for me. It provides structure, organization, and it's affordable. You can contact Connie and she'll make you a custom organizer.
Would you ladies be able to include the link to Divide and Conquer on Etsy? I tried to find them but somehow I cannot. I am trying to find an insert for my K35. Thank you.
Check out these two inserts, they are amazing! The [Neverfull organizer][/https://www.etsy.com/listing/517168750/baginbag-purse-organizer-bag-shaper-for] has a zipper and [Speedy organizer] [/https://www.etsy.com/listing/530953825/baginbag-purse-organizer-bag-shaper-for]has removable middle part.
Connie stopped listing her B inserts because some people were having issues with the insert being stiff and denting up their bags. I had no issues, but I also never close my Birkin. A Kelly bag might be different. If you send her a message on Etsy, she'll let you know the measurements. I got mine with flexible ends.
I think she still lists or is listing them again. The website is NOT intuitive. The first time took me a while to navigate, especially dealing with the handles and color. Just get the loose fit, flexible ends and you will love them. You can easily close the bag or not, whichever you like to do, they easily shape to the bag. I use them in croc, chevre, togo and clemence. I have stored my Bs upright, with these inserts, a Bag-a-Vie large pillow, i.e., not cinched and I could sell them marked as "pristine".