Besace Cuir Triomphe

[Frugalfinds]

I couldn’t find a thread on this bag. I just bought it and wanted to share details for others considering it.

The shape limits what can fit in it. Below are a couple of size-comparison shots with the Gucci mini horsebit (this is my first Celine so I don’t have others of those to compare the size).

The strap is a bit thin. I’m hoping it holds up. The length is fine for me as a crossbody, but I’m only 5’2. If you’re tall, then I think this will be too short to be a crossbody.

It has a snap closure and a card slot inside.

 

[helloivy20]

I was thinking about this bag. Is it big enough go hold essentials? I don’t carry too much.

 

[Frugalfinds]

I was thinking about this bag. Is it big enough go hold essentials? I don’t carry too much.

It fits my phone (I have the iPhone mini because I wanted it to easily fit into bags), a zippy, some Wet Ones or small hand sanitizer, and then I can either fit my sunglasses or my keys. To be fair, I wear large sunglasses and I have more key holders than I do keys so someone else might be able to fit both in.

 

[helloivy20]

It fits my phone (I have the iPhone mini because I wanted it to easily fit into bags), a zippy, some Wet Ones or small hand sanitizer, and then I can either fit my sunglasses or my keys. To be fair, I wear large sunglasses and I have more key holders than I do keys so someone else might be able to fit both in.

Thanks so much! I have the iPhone mini for the same reason.

 

[helloivy20]

How are you liking the bag so far?

 

[Frugalfinds]

How are you liking the bag so far?

Sorry, just saw this!
I don't have a Celine near me, so I had to order it. It is smaller than I would have liked, which I think is because of the large curve. If I had seen it in person, I probably would have gone for a larger bag. I've only carried it a few times because it is a bit small. Otherwise, I like the look of it. So far, the leather seems sturdy. I'm sure it will scratch, but it hasn't been sensitive to it (it isn't one where as soon as your fingernail touches it there is a giant scratch).

 

[helloivy20]

Sorry, just saw this!
I don't have a Celine near me, so I had to order it. It is smaller than I would have liked, which I think is because of the large curve. If I had seen it in person, I probably would have gone for a larger bag. I've only carried it a few times because it is a bit small. Otherwise, I like the look of it. So far, the leather seems sturdy. I'm sure it will scratch, but it hasn't been sensitive to it (it isn't one where as soon as your fingernail touches it there is a giant scratch).

Oh no worries! So I went to check it out and although I really liked it bc it’s pretty low key, it was too small. I think mainly how you said—the shape makes it not as spacious. Thank you so much for your help and input!

 

[tabbyco]

Will it fit an iPhone 14 Pro Max? I was thinking about this bag, but it sounds like, from the responses, it’s just ok? Also, I was planning on wearing it both crossbody and shoulder, but it sounds like it will be too short on me at 5’9”.

Thanks so much for the info and size comparisons!

 

[jessilou]

I owned this bag, and while it’s beautiful, it was smaller than I wanted so I returned it. But again, it’s so cute. I would recommend the Ava instead. It holds way more and works as an everyday/night bag.

 

[Frugalfinds]

Will it fit an iPhone 14 Pro Max? I was thinking about this bag, but it sounds like, from the responses, it’s just ok? Also, I was planning on wearing it both crossbody and shoulder, but it sounds like it will be too short on me at 5’9”.

Thanks so much for the info and size comparisons!

I'm not sure about the Pro Max. It is a nice looking bag, but because of the way it is cut, it just doesn't hold that much. The leather is stiffer, so the bag doesn't give you much extra flexibility either.
At 5'9 I would imagine it would be too short to wear as a crossbody, unless you have a very short torso.
If I had a Celine store near me and could have looked/compared bags, I would have purchased a different one instead. Again, it is just based on the size/functionality for me. If it was a little bigger, then that would be a different story.