Dior Bobby

[averagejoe]

Hi my first post on this forum (I don’t usually post on any forum, my sister describes me as socially challenged ‍♀). I’m deciding between medium Bobby box camel / tan vs grained taupe as my first Dior. And it’s a very hard decision. I’d love to buy both but not likely given my current life stage (ie kids). A little bit of my style - I’m not adventurous (All my bags are black including 5 x classic Chanel bags and 2 x prada totes that my husband says look identical ‍♀ this Bobby is going to be my first non-black bag!), my wardrobe is 70% black + neutrals. I love navy and wear quite a bit of navy for work so am thinking of getting one of the blue shoulder straps for Bobby. Please help!

I suggest the grained taupe. The grained leather doesn't show scratches as easily, and I think the Bobby looks equally great in either leather.

 

[daisyfair]

Hi my first post on this forum (I don’t usually post on any forum, my sister describes me as socially challenged ‍♀). I’m deciding between medium Bobby box camel / tan vs grained taupe as my first Dior. And it’s a very hard decision. I’d love to buy both but not likely given my current life stage (ie kids). A little bit of my style - I’m not adventurous (All my bags are black including 5 x classic Chanel bags and 2 x prada totes that my husband says look identical ‍♀ this Bobby is going to be my first non-black bag!), my wardrobe is 70% black + neutrals. I love navy and wear quite a bit of navy for work so am thinking of getting one of the blue shoulder straps for Bobby. Please help!

I think you're probably struggling to make a decision because both are great options! I truly think that you can't go wrong either way. Based on your collection, though, I'd probably pick the tan box leather. If you like the polished look of Chanel (and aren't overly concerned with durability), my guess is that the box leather might suit your style a bit better. That said, I have the grained taupe version and it looks stunning with navy - but so would the tan. I'm actually eyeing the medium tan Bobby as my next bag. Sorry, I'm of little help - I love them both. Good luck

 

[daisyfair]

Thank you so much for taking all these photos!
Your Bobby looks amazing!
The scratches are barely visible, it’s held up perfectly.
I hope I will be able to get a camel or similar colour.

Do you prefer the dark tan or the lighter caramel color? It's hard to pick a favorite.

 

[EveyB]

Do you prefer the dark tan or the lighter caramel color? It's hard to pick a favorite.

The dark tan looks rather reddish. I‘d like the camel box, but that’s discontinued as far as I know, or the cognac grained, which has not been released. The cognac box is not as pretty as the cognac grained looked in the runway pictures imo. So I think I‘ll wait for new colours.
Are you thinking about getting a camel or tan too?

 

[daisyfair]

The dark tan looks rather reddish. I‘d like the camel box, but that’s discontinued as far as I know, or the cognac grained, which has not been released. The cognac box is not as pretty as the cognac grained looked in the runway pictures imo. So I think I‘ll wait for new colours.
Are you thinking about getting a camel or tan too?

I'm considering it (although I'm not in a rush). Is that crazy? I'm not a huge bag collector. I think it's just that while I love designer bags, I don't love many of them - if that makes any sense. If I love and use a certain bag a lot I don't mind getting two, in different sizes and colors. And I haven't loved a bag like the Bobby since Phoebe Philo's designs. Right now I'm leaning toward the dark tan (I may be confused on color names) since I like the deeper, richer tone, but I'm still not sure. The box leather has really grown on me. I hope they release your grained cognac soon!

 

[EveyB]

I'm considering it (although I'm not in a rush). Is that crazy? I'm not a huge bag collector. I think it's just that while I love designer bags, I don't love many of them - if that makes any sense. If I love and use a certain bag a lot I don't mind getting two, in different sizes and colors. And I haven't loved a bag like the Bobby since Phoebe Philo's designs. Right now I'm leaning toward the dark tan (I may be confused on color names) since I like the deeper, richer tone, but I'm still not sure. The box leather has really grown on me. I hope they release your grained cognac soon!

I totally get what you mean! And if you love the design why not get two?!
I think the dark tan has also been discontinued? The only brownish colour available at the moment seems to be the box cognac. Maybe you mean that by dark tan? Or they still have it in stores? Anyway please share if you get it!
Btw I also really like the grained brick red but I cannot spend this money for a bag that hardly fits my wardrobe.

 

[romiesmom]

I think you're probably struggling to make a decision because both are great options! I truly think that you can't go wrong either way. Based on your collection, though, I'd probably pick the tan box leather. If you like the polished look of Chanel (and aren't overly concerned with durability), my guess is that the box leather might suit your style a bit better. That said, I have the grained taupe version and it looks stunning with navy - but so would the tan. I'm actually eyeing the medium tan Bobby as my next bag. Sorry, I'm of little help - I love them both. Good luck

Yes, they are both great choices! I think I will be happy with either but it doesn’t make the decision making any easier.

 

[romiesmom]

I totally get what you mean! And if you love the design why not get two?!
I think the dark tan has also been discontinued? The only brownish colour available at the moment seems to be the box cognac. Maybe you mean that by dark tan? Or they still have it in stores? Anyway please share if you get it!
Btw I also really like the grained brick red but I cannot spend this money for a bag that hardly fits my wardrobe.

I think I actually meant camel (the lighter and less red brown) i thought they were still available? Will check when I’m in the store next time

 

[EveyB]

I think I actually meant camel (the lighter and less red brown) i thought they were still available? Will check when I’m in the store next time

Please let us know what you find out!

 

[ems1198]

Hi there!

I had been admiring the Bobby for a little while so I finally saw it in person at Dior at Isetan in Tokyo just now.
As beautiful as it was, it wasn’t my style when I tried it on so for those of you who got them, congratulations, it truly is a beautiful bag!

Meanwhile, I think I’m going for the Saddle after all

 

[Lady Butterfly]

Hi everyone,

I just recieved my Bobby in warm taupe box leather. I tried it on and fell enough more in love with the bag. But when I examined the bag closer. I noticed these creases at one side of the bag while the other side is smooth. I m not sure if my SA can find me another one since I may have gotten the last one in the company. ☹️
I asked a couple of friends for their opinions, both said creases are inevitable for this leather and don’t bother them since they are not noticeable. They said I should keep it if I really love it. Would like to hear your opinions. TIA! ❤️

 

[stockcharlie]

Hi everyone,

I just recieved my Bobby in warm taupe box leather. I tried it on and fell enough more in love with the bag. But when I examined the bag closer. I noticed these creases at one side of the bag while the other side is smooth. I m not sure if my SA can find me another one since I may have gotten the last one in the company. ☹️
I asked a couple of friends for their opinions, both said creases are inevitable for this leather and don’t bother them since they are not noticeable. They said I should keep it if I really love it. Would like to hear your opinions. TIA! ❤️
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Agree that creases are prob inevitable with box leather. If you are concerned, could consider grained leather which is very durable and carefree! I have a black grained Bobby and it’s my go-to everyday bag. I think the grained warm taupe is very beautiful too.

 

[charlottawill]

Hi everyone,

I just recieved my Bobby in warm taupe box leather. I tried it on and fell enough more in love with the bag. But when I examined the bag closer. I noticed these creases at one side of the bag while the other side is smooth. I m not sure if my SA can find me another one since I may have gotten the last one in the company. ☹
I asked a couple of friends for their opinions, both said creases are inevitable for this leather and don’t bother them since they are not noticeable. They said I should keep it if I really love it. Would like to hear your opinions. TIA! ❤
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I don't think those creases are really noticeable, but it's a lot of money to not be totally in love with it. I agree with the previous commenter that you might want to consider the grained warm taupe. I think it will be more durable. I've tried it on and it is beautiful. I considered it but went with oblique because I already had a taupe bag. Do what makes you happiest, you want to enjoy it for a long time.

 

[Alexa_nina]

Hi everyone,

I just recieved my Bobby in warm taupe box leather. I tried it on and fell enough more in love with the bag. But when I examined the bag closer. I noticed these creases at one side of the bag while the other side is smooth. I m not sure if my SA can find me another one since I may have gotten the last one in the company. ☹
I asked a couple of friends for their opinions, both said creases are inevitable for this leather and don’t bother them since they are not noticeable. They said I should keep it if I really love it. Would like to hear your opinions. TIA! ❤
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I agree that it’s the nature of box leather - so you could exchange and then have slightly different creases on another bag! Personally I have now accepted the fact that box leather is simply imperfect - I actually have quite a thick scratch on my Bobby (btw if anyone managed to buff these on their bags plsease let me know ) and I do have creases as well, but for me it’s offset by the gorgeous shiny leather! Grained leather just doesn’t have that shine so what are you gonna do.

 

[airina666]

Hey all, those that have the Bobby in grained leather, do you recommend that I spray the leather to waterproof/protect it?

I have the Collonil Carbon Pro I've been using on my Chanels and LV vachetta and thinking of spraying it on the Bobby too. Thank you