Celine Le 16 Bag by Hedi Slimane

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French Singer Sylvie Vartan with the Medium Le 16 in Green
 

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Celine Le 16 on display
 

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Gorgeous close up shots of the medium Celine Le 16 bag in various colours.
 

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I don’t think there are many bags that remain long term classics anymore. There is always newer, fresher designs that are released. Even Chanel bags are extremely trendy these days apart from the classic flap bags. Only Hermes Birkins and Kelly bags have longevity. A lot of Phoebe Philos designs are now dated including the Celine Luggage bags, Phantom bags, trapeze bags and tri coloured etc. All these bags I own and do find them very dated now.

I think in terms of silhouette this Le 16 bag has a very classic shape, it is not offensive or trendy in design. I think people should get what they love and enjoy. I must admit this bag wasn’t love at first sight for me, but after seeing Angelina Jolie wear it in a carefree manner I truly love it. I also have seen it in person and it’s beautifully made, especially in smooth leather. I know it’s an unpopular view here to like Hedi’s designs, but this is very chic to me.

Yeah, all bags get old eventually, with very few exceptions. I did not think that long term, just wondering if people will warm up to it while it is still available in stores, if it will be seen as a "Celine" instead of a "Hedi", and if things would have been different during other circumstances. And about your older bags, Do you still use them even though you now find them to be dated? I hope you do, I personally think that what feels "dated" can instead come off as charming and "personal", like a really cherished item instead of something bought just because it's trendy. :smile: Also, I saw you commenting on another thread a while ago that you think that the Belt bag is a "classic", what makes it differ from the other mentioned above in your eyes? :smile: I tend to agree on it ageing better than the others, so it would be interesting to hear your view on it. :smile:

And yeah, I have noticed that you seem very fond of the new bag design, have you considered purchasing it? :smile: I hope you will, as it sounds like it would make you happy. Of course, I don't know how YOU feel about it but I, as the creepy internet stranger that I am, always think of you (or well, your alias) when I see the bag, haha, so to me the bag is very "Miss World" to me, haha. And yes, I agree that we all should buy what we love regardless of what anyone else thinks of it. I've bought bags that were already dated and that most people would consider stupid buys, but I love them, and think they tie my little personal collection together in a fun way, and I look forward to bringing them out in the sun some day! I think of two in particular that I still have not worn, but I plan to do so this summer! Haha.

I saw the pictures of Angelina with it, but I think it is nicer looking worn with dressier clothes, to really tie together a sharper look. I know you said that you didn't like the way Gaga styled it, I don't know what outfits you were thinking of, but I personally love this styling below:
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I also think it goes very well with a all black business attire or something like that.
I tried it on in store as well a few times, just for fun, and the leather felt very nice and if I had unlimited funds I would maybe even buy it in the smaller size, if I could just get over Hedi's personality that he's showed in interviews. Haha.
 
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Yeah, all bags get old eventually, with very few exceptions. I did not think that long term, just wondering if people will warm up to it while it is still available in stores, if it will be seen as a "Celine" instead of a "Hedi", and if things would have been different during other circumstances. And about your older bags, Do you still use them even though you now find them to be dated? I hope you do, I personally think that what feels "dated" can instead come off as charming and "personal", like a really cherished item instead of something bought just because it's trendy. :smile: Also, I saw you commenting on another thread a while ago that you think that the Belt bag is a "classic", what makes it differ from the other mentioned above in your eyes? :smile: I tend to agree on it ageing better than the others, so it would be interesting to hear your view on it. :smile:

And yeah, I have noticed that you seem very fond of the new bag design, have you considered purchasing it? :smile: I hope you will, as it sounds like it would make you happy. Of course, I don't know how YOU feel about it but I, as the creepy internet stranger that I am, always think of you (or well, your alias) when I see the bag, haha, so to me the bag is very "Miss World" to me, haha. And yes, I agree that we all should buy what we love regardless of what anyone else thinks of it. I've bought bags that were already dated and that most people would consider stupid buys, but I love them, and think they tie my little personal collection together in a fun way, and I look forward to bringing them out in the sun some day! I think of two in particular that I still have not worn, but I plan to do so this summer! Haha.

I saw the pictures of Angelina with it, but I think it is nicer looking worn with dressier clothes, to really tie together a sharper look. I know you said that you didn't like the way Gaga styled it, I don't know what outfits you were thinking of, but I personally love this styling below:
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I also think it goes very well with a all black business attire or something like that.
I tried it on in store as well a few times, just for fun, and the leather felt very nice and if I had unlimited funds I would maybe even buy it in the smaller size, if I could just get over Hedi's personality that he's showed in interviews. Haha.
Haha no I don’t think you’re a creepy stranger haha :lol: we are all here to talk about our love for designer bags :)

I don’t know if I’ll purchase the Triomphe bag but I do like how people style it with their minimalist looks.

This Le 16 bag has really grown on me and I absolutely adore the smooth calfskin leather they use, looks so sleek. It’s like a classic bag with a bit of an edge. :love:
 
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