I want the white version too. Are there any issues with caring for it? Color transfer?
Celine Romy
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I haven’t had any yet. I maybe saw something small on the handle but I wiped it off. It’s such a great bag.
I just got my bag two weeks ago and have worn it twice with only my phone, wallet, sunglasses inside and noticed this corner wear today unfortunately this leather is more delicate than I was expecting but I still love the bag, will just have to be more careful when I place it down
I had a good long think last night and I decided for various reasons I wasn't going to get the Romy, just get the Ava. But thank you for sharing your photos and experience, that has solidified my decision. It's such a beautiful bag though, what a shame. I feel like there are only a few videos online about the Romy, and it's just unboxings or first impressions. I haven't seen long term reviews.
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I decided to not get the Celine Romy. Everyone's collection and needs are different, and I realized the Romy would be the most expensive bag in my collection, but it would be too soft for me to use casually, and too casual for me to carry to formal or nicer events. So it's probably not for me. I still want to see all the eye candy though! I can live vicariously through other Romy owners.
Just took my Romy out for my last two outings. I love it, but the leather is very soft so I do feel like I need to kind of be careful with it.
I'm waiting for one year reviews from people. Thank you for sharing your photos! Still wondering about durability and color transfer.
Same. I adore the look but it might just be too nice for me.
I just got the Romy in Safari and here are my honest thoughts starting with the less than positive:
I am usually into more “day to night” type of bags, and the Romy is too casual and practical for that. It is definitely a casual bag best used in not too cold weather (because the strap is too short to go over a thick coat such as a puffer). I was looking for awhile for a good quality mid-priced, neutral colored hobo/shoulder bag and I just couldn’t find one I loved so I decided to up the budget and splurge. I do feel like this bag is overpriced because there’s no interior pocket and no attached interior card holder (I don’t know the proper term for it). I’m annoyed that the price went from €2100 to €2300 because it’s definitely more of a €1900-€2100 type of bag. It’s $2700 in the US and I would not pay that! I would rather go for the Bucket16 for that price point.
Now onto the positives: it made me stop in my tracks when I first saw it at Bergdorf (since I had an upcoming trip to Spain, I decided to take my chances there and not get it in NY). It stood out because of how understated it was, especially compared to the other bags with a lot of hardware and visible logos. The leather is absolutely beautiful (it even smells luxurious, haha!), the way it folds so elegantly without looking like a shapeless mush is a nod to its impeccable design, bc it’s difficult to achieve that with a soft bag. The color on the Celine website is inaccurate; Safari is a cooler neutral beigey almost light clay color, not the warm peachy beige that’s online. I’m not sure about color transfer yet bc I’ve only had her for a week, but bc of the short strap length, I know at least there’s no color transfer from my jeans.
Finally, because of how practical (it fits a lot and is lightweight) yet luxurious the Romy is, I can see myself using this as a daily bag so it’s worth it due to the cost per wear factor. It’s casual yet effortlessly chic, so it elevates a casual tshirt-jeans-blazer-sneakers look. It would also look gorgeous with a neutral colored sweater and trousers. Because of the light color, I may tie a silk scarf around the handle eventually. My final verdict? Romy is a keeper for me.
I know this review seems wishy-washy, but I wanted to be 100% honest.
I am usually into more “day to night” type of bags, and the Romy is too casual and practical for that. It is definitely a casual bag best used in not too cold weather (because the strap is too short to go over a thick coat such as a puffer). I was looking for awhile for a good quality mid-priced, neutral colored hobo/shoulder bag and I just couldn’t find one I loved so I decided to up the budget and splurge. I do feel like this bag is overpriced because there’s no interior pocket and no attached interior card holder (I don’t know the proper term for it). I’m annoyed that the price went from €2100 to €2300 because it’s definitely more of a €1900-€2100 type of bag. It’s $2700 in the US and I would not pay that! I would rather go for the Bucket16 for that price point.
Now onto the positives: it made me stop in my tracks when I first saw it at Bergdorf (since I had an upcoming trip to Spain, I decided to take my chances there and not get it in NY). It stood out because of how understated it was, especially compared to the other bags with a lot of hardware and visible logos. The leather is absolutely beautiful (it even smells luxurious, haha!), the way it folds so elegantly without looking like a shapeless mush is a nod to its impeccable design, bc it’s difficult to achieve that with a soft bag. The color on the Celine website is inaccurate; Safari is a cooler neutral beigey almost light clay color, not the warm peachy beige that’s online. I’m not sure about color transfer yet bc I’ve only had her for a week, but bc of the short strap length, I know at least there’s no color transfer from my jeans.
Finally, because of how practical (it fits a lot and is lightweight) yet luxurious the Romy is, I can see myself using this as a daily bag so it’s worth it due to the cost per wear factor. It’s casual yet effortlessly chic, so it elevates a casual tshirt-jeans-blazer-sneakers look. It would also look gorgeous with a neutral colored sweater and trousers. Because of the light color, I may tie a silk scarf around the handle eventually. My final verdict? Romy is a keeper for me.
I know this review seems wishy-washy, but I wanted to be 100% honest.
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Super delayed reply - and I think we discussed this over DM anyway - but while I’ve not had any wear on my Romy yet, I do figure it will happen eventually due to the light color and soft leather. That said, I’m obsessed with it and like it more every time I wear it.
Bag twins! I have it in Safari also. It’s one of my favorite bags right now, partly bc the color goes with everything and no doubt partly bc it feels so on trend and slouchy-cool.
Found some Celine Romy/Ava-esque dupes:
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Songmont took inspiration from the moon, harnessing its potent energy to connect more deeply with us and the surroundings, empowering the carrier with a gentle but resolute attitude of living. DETAILS & DIMENSIONS - Milled fine calf leather, soft leather with a supple hand feel - Interior...
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