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The Senamon insert I ordered for my Halzan 31 arrived yesterday. For anyone interested here are my thoughts...

The organizer itself:
  • It is not made of felt but a nice thick canvas material. +1 because I HATE the feeling of felt!
  • It is veryyy well made, the stitching is well done. The zipper seems a bit light compared to the rest of the bag though, it's not a high quality zipper but it'll get the job done.
  • Love the pockets. 3 pockets on the outside - one large pocket on one side and two 'half sized' pockets (basically the large pocket was sewed up the middle) on the other side. The 'half sized' pocket does fit my iPhone XS Max, and it is NOT snug.
    • Same pocket set up inside the organizer.
Functionality:
  • I had an issue getting the insert in and out of my bag with the shoulder strap attached.
  • I think the insert is slightly too wide for the bag - I think it's 31cm long and should have been made 28/29cm long. The sides of the bag are kind of pushing out when the insert is in. I put the insert in again and my mom noticed a bulge in the front of the bag :sad:
  • Personally I also think that the insert is too tall! The zipper section bubbles up and sticks up if it is not zipped, which makes it so the back flap of the bag doesn't sit right when closed. If you are primarily using the Halzan as a tote, the insert is not too tall, but I do not think it is sized right for shoulder or clutch carry of the purse.
  • I wish I would have asked for the zipper to not be included. I can't see myself keeping it zipped up anyway.
  • I was expecting the insert to be much sturdier than it was based on feedback from another TPFer, but I've played with the insert and its very pliable, but not to the point of slouching.
  • I would NOT leave the insert in the bag when I am not using the bag due to the bulging.
I think Senamon's inserts are great quality and very well made, but I do not think it is appropriately sized for the Halzan 31 bag despite being advertised as such. To be honest, I think she took the dimensions from the H website and crafted it with those rather than the internal measurements. I am very disappointed since it was not cheap (luckily also not expensive!). I do not want to return it since it is so well crafted (and to be honest, I'm worried I can't since it's "made to order"), so I managed to find another bag that it works in - a Michael Kors I bought 4 or 5 years ago which I broke out the other day to use in a rainstorm.

So, that said, I think I'm going to cave and buy a Mai Tai insert if I decide to try another insert in the bag. I went on the Mai Tai site today, and I noticed that the recommended insert for the Halzan 31 has changed from an Evelyne 29 to a Kelly 28 Sellier insert which makes me nervous to order one. I may just carry it as is with my Vera Bradley pouches inside to keep my stuff organized, since I need to get use out of those somehow!
 
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Hey guys, do you leave the inserts in your bags when not in use? Or do you take it out and use actual stuffing like pillows? Would the inserts cause any harm when you leave them in the bags?

After years and years of being a bag hag, I have to say I am quite new in the bag insert game lol.
 
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sparklywacky said:
Hey guys, do you leave the inserts in your bags when not in use? Or do you take it out and use actual stuffing like pillows? Would the inserts cause any harm when you leave them in the bags?

After years and years of being a bag hag, I have to say I am quite new in the bag insert game lol.
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I use inserts for organizing and changing bags easily instead of exactly fitting/shaping the bag. My bags are always stored with pillows, upright, in dustbags on shelves (no boxes here). No issues after years of doing it this way.
 
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Hihi,

Anyone with Kelly 25 retourne can help to measure the base length? Is it 25cm exactly? Recently I just bought a Kelly 25 retourne but the base length is shorter than 25cm.

Please advise.
 
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escety said:
Hi all! Anyone can recommend a bag insert for kelly 28 retourne togo that is supportive enough to allow the bag to hold its shape while not too stiff that may potentially deform the leather?

Thank you!!:biggrin:
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Hi, I saw u have Kelly 28 retourne or do u have Kelly 25 retourne . Could u help to measure the base length (left to right) is it exactly 28cm? Or shorter or longer? Recently I bought Kelly 25 retourne but the base length is shorter than 25cm. Please help.
 
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no_1_diva said:
I just ordered inserts for my Kelly 28 and Birkin 35 through Handbag Angels in the Midnight Blue colour. Based on the rave reviews which mention quality of product and fast shipping, and overall cost (it cost me $96USD or $140AUD for both including express shipping), it seems promising so far.
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Hihi, I saw u have kelly 28, can u help to measure the base length (left to right) is it exactly 28cm? Recently I just bought but it not 28cm. Please help.
 
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Have anyone experienced any problem with the 7RP inserts for brand new bags? I used the 7RP insert for my brand new B30, but noticed dents after 2-3 times of carrying out the bag, a few hrs each time.

I carry my bag more cinched closely then open fully. And no, the inserts are not stored with my bag.

Just wanted to highlight this experience review with 7RP. Yeah, it‘a probably of good material, but if it creates dents in my bag, it’s a no no. For the price it cost, it’s not as good, I would have expected better.
I’m pretty disappointed actually.

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whitedollx said:
Have anyone experienced any problem with the 7RP inserts for brand new bags? I used the 7RP insert for my brand new B30, but noticed dents after 2-3 times of carrying out the bag, a few hrs each time.

I carry my bag more cinched then open. And no, the inserts are not stored with my bag.

Just wanted to highlight this experience review with 7RP. Yeah, it‘a probably of good material, but if it creates dents in my bag, it’s a no no. For the price it cost, it’s not as good, I would have expected better.
I’m pretty disappointed actually.

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OMG. I took a look at my B25 which has had an insert chilling inside it for the last two weeks or so. The bag hasn't been stored and put away with the insert, just standing in place on a shelf in my bedroom, not cinched at all, sangles completely open, and the insert appears to have dented my bag as well. The front is surprisingly fine, but the back has visible deformities.

Huge issue considering the price... Does anyone know how to resolve and fix these dents?

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olibelli said:
OMG. I took a look at my B25 which has had an insert chilling inside it for the last two weeks or so. The bag hasn't been stored and put away with the insert, just standing in place on a shelf in my bedroom, not cinched at all, sangles completely open, and the insert appears to have dented my bag as well. The front is surprisingly fine, but the back has visible deformities.

Huge issue considering the price... Does anyone know how to resolve and fix these dents?

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Oh dear!! Gosh! I’m trying to see how these dents can be fixed as well
It’s a good thing u checked dear
 
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