FURLA bags

[Amazona]

The color is Marmo C, they are telling me that its "dark grey", but to me it doesn't look grey let alone dark on the pictures on their website

The pictures on the website are usually bang on so I wouldn't worry before I got the bag. It's probably exactly what you signed up for.

 

[pomeline]

Does anyone own Furla 1927 Mini handbag? I mean this one:

I've seen it on sale at the moment 20% off and I'm considering it but not sure yet whether it is good or not. I've been looking for a traditional style "granny bag" (you know, the sort of classical style Queen Elizabeth would carry, the kind you can carry at any age and any occasion really) and this might be it. My only worry is whether it is durable and does my phone fit inside. Mainly wondering how wide the top of the bag is when you open the flap.

It looks like a tiny bag but the measurements are 21.0 x 16.0 x 8.5 (w x h x d) in centimetres aka 8.3 x 6.3 x 3.3 in inches. My phone is about 6.7 inches tall so sometimes wiggling it inside a bag is difficult if it's a small bag.

I've also been looking at Lauren Ralph Lauren Farrah Medium Satchel but it's not quite as nice looking as this one. I guess what I'm looking for is the sort of style Hermes Kelly is. The Duchess of Cambridge often as lovely bags that fit this style too and I know she carries at least Aspinal Mayfair.

 

[Amazona]

Does anyone own Furla 1927 Mini handbag? I mean this one:

I've seen it on sale at the moment 20% off and I'm considering it but not sure yet whether it is good or not. I've been looking for a traditional style "granny bag" (you know, the sort of classical style Queen Elizabeth would carry, the kind you can carry at any age and any occasion really) and this might be it. My only worry is whether it is durable and does my phone fit inside. Mainly wondering how wide the top of the bag is when you open the flap.


It looks like a tiny bag but the measurements are 21.0 x 16.0 x 8.5 (w x h x d) in centimetres aka 8.3 x 6.3 x 3.3 in inches. My phone is about 6.7 inches tall so sometimes wiggling it inside a bag is difficult if it's a small bag.

I've also been looking at Lauren Ralph Lauren Farrah Medium Satchel but it's not quite as nice looking as this one. I guess what I'm looking for is the sort of style Hermes Kelly is. The Duchess of Cambridge often as lovely bags that fit this style too and I know she carries at least Aspinal Mayfair.

Furla offers amazing quality, so that's not something you need to worry about. They are a heritage brand, 95 yrs old, and very proud of their products.
You could ask their CS or call a store that sells Furla and just ask them what the width of the opening is.

 

[pomeline]

Furla offers amazing quality, so that's not something you need to worry about. They are a heritage brand, 95 yrs old, and very proud of their products.

You could ask their CS or call a store that sells Furla and just ask them what the width of the opening is.

Thank you so much for your reply! I would of course have contacted them but the flash sale is only on this weekend and I doubt they'd answer before it ends. Ok so 20% off is not that much but the times being how they are with the inflation etc. I thought this might be one of the rare times I can justify splurging on a handbag like this.

 

[Bag peace]

aka 8.3 x 6.3 x 3.3 in inches. My phone is about 6.7 inches tall so sometimes wiggling it inside a bag is difficult if it's a small bag.

In my experience, your phone is unlikely to fit in the bag. The measurements are of the exterior of the bag, but the sides are folded in, making the interior space much narrower.
You could probably wiggle your phone in diagonally, but that would limit what else you can put in the bag. Is there a slightly larger version? It would be more functional.
Or, if you're flexible about these things, you can put your phone in your pocket and carry everything else in the bag.

Agree with @Amazona that their quality is usually very good.
Hth

 

[Egel]

Thank you so much for your reply! I would of course have contacted them but the flash sale is only on this weekend and I doubt they'd answer before it ends. Ok so 20% off is not that much but the times being how they are with the inflation etc. I thought this might be one of the rare times I can justify splurging on a handbag like this.

I don't know where you live but the end of season sale with some webshops often go up to 40% discount. It might be worth waiting for unless you are prone to skippers regret.

I own this bag a size up. The leather is very durable but the front is prone to sagging. That might be different with the smaller size.

The size you're after has the same specs as the Coach Tabby 20. I love that bag but it is snug. You can fit a phone but it won't be up for grabs unless you edicate one compartment to your phone or you can use the pocket on the back.

It was love at first sight when I saw this bag. At the time the mini size wasn't out. If I didn’t had the Tabby's I would get this one.

 

[inverved]

Thank you so much for your reply! I would of course have contacted them but the flash sale is only on this weekend and I doubt they'd answer before it ends. Ok so 20% off is not that much but the times being how they are with the inflation etc. I thought this might be one of the rare times I can justify splurging on a handbag like this.

I bought my black Mini 1927 last year and would highly recommend them. Here is a link to a better price than 20% off and this site uses DHL as their courier of choice.

I absolutely love this bag although it probably fits the same amount as a Chanel mini rectangular. I love the option of wearing it on the crook of my arm or carrying it as a crossbody. Getting in and out of the bag is not as painful as the Kelly closure and the Furla turnlock feels very well made.

Let us know how you go, pomeline!

 

[pomeline]

Thank you all for your help! I appreciate it a lot. I'm still thinking about it because I don't want to rush into buying something I wouldn't be hundred percent happy with. I guess I'm still trying to figure out what is it that I really want from a bag. It always seems there's that one thing that isn't like you wanted it to be in your dream bag, isn't there? I have the tendency to try to cram half my house inside my bag to the point where my husband starts asking "do you really need all that in there?" and mostly I don't. In my case this means I'm cramming my phone, card wallet, keys, tiny torch light, eyeglasses/sunglasses, comb, makeup&mirror, pen, gloves, a packet of tissues (and sometimes maybe even a water bottle and an umbrella if I can manage) into a small bag and in the end I'll have to start taking out stuff that doesn't fit in.

I will definitely take a look at the larger S model too. I am finding myself thinking whether I want a really stiff bag or do I want the walls to be able to expand with my tendency to over fill my bags...

 

[Amazona]

Thank you all for your help! I appreciate it a lot. I'm still thinking about it because I don't want to rush into buying something I wouldn't be hundred percent happy with. I guess I'm still trying to figure out what is it that I really want from a bag. It always seems there's that one thing that isn't like you wanted it to be in your dream bag, isn't there? I have the tendency to try to cram half my house inside my bag to the point where my husband starts asking "do you really need all that in there?" and mostly I don't. In my case this means I'm cramming my phone, card wallet, keys, tiny torch light, eyeglasses/sunglasses, comb, makeup&mirror, pen, gloves, a packet of tissues (and sometimes maybe even a water bottle and an umbrella if I can manage) into a small bag and in the end I'll have to start taking out stuff that doesn't fit in.

I will definitely take a look at the larger S model too. I am finding myself thinking whether I want a really stiff bag or do I want the walls to be able to expand with my tendency to over fill my bags...

@brsouza has a mini - do you think they might measure the mouth of the bag so there's no second guessing on whether the phone fits in or not?

 

[Egel]

Thank you all for your help! I appreciate it a lot. I'm still thinking about it because I don't want to rush into buying something I wouldn't be hundred percent happy with. I guess I'm still trying to figure out what is it that I really want from a bag. It always seems there's that one thing that isn't like you wanted it to be in your dream bag, isn't there? I have the tendency to try to cram half my house inside my bag to the point where my husband starts asking "do you really need all that in there?" and mostly I don't. In my case this means I'm cramming my phone, card wallet, keys, tiny torch light, eyeglasses/sunglasses, comb, makeup&mirror, pen, gloves, a packet of tissues (and sometimes maybe even a water bottle and an umbrella if I can manage) into a small bag and in the end I'll have to start taking out stuff that doesn't fit in.

I will definitely take a look at the larger S model too. I am finding myself thinking whether I want a really stiff bag or do I want the walls to be able to expand with my tendency to over fill my bags...

Coach Tabby 20 has the same size as the top handle mini. Glasses in a case will take up 25% of the bag. If you really want to carry all of your essentials I'm afraid it will never fit in the mini. I don't know how bulky your cosmetics are, but it will fit in the small.

You can always order both and see what fits best. Because the small is bigger, the sides are also less stiff. That might be the best option.

 

[antschulina]

Hi! I recently bought this exact bag in the shade "Ballerina". It is my third Furla bag, and I love them all! My short advice: go for it!

From all three bags I own from this brand, I can say that their leathers, designs and craftmanship are amazing. This particular style can be considered as a "mini bag", but has enough room for a large phone, and all your essentials. I do not use mine for everyday, because it is a tad too small and also in a light colour. It works well for weekends and for leisure occasions/travel or dinners, where you only need a few essentials (make-up/lipstick, keys, phone). Definitely very good value for your money!

Does anyone own Furla 1927 Mini handbag? I mean this one:

I've seen it on sale at the moment 20% off and I'm considering it but not sure yet whether it is good or not. I've been looking for a traditional style "granny bag" (you know, the sort of classical style Queen Elizabeth would carry, the kind you can carry at any age and any occasion really) and this might be it. My only worry is whether it is durable and does my phone fit inside. Mainly wondering how wide the top of the bag is when you open the flap.

It looks like a tiny bag but the measurements are 21.0 x 16.0 x 8.5 (w x h x d) in centimetres aka 8.3 x 6.3 x 3.3 in inches. My phone is about 6.7 inches tall so sometimes wiggling it inside a bag is difficult if it's a small bag.

I've also been looking at Lauren Ralph Lauren Farrah Medium Satchel but it's not quite as nice looking as this one. I guess what I'm looking for is the sort of style Hermes Kelly is. The Duchess of Cambridge often as lovely bags that fit this style too and I know she carries at least Aspinal Mayfair.

 

[Amazona]

Coach Tabby 20 has the same size as the top handle mini. Glasses in a case will take up 25% of the bag. If you really want to carry all of your essentials I'm afraid it will never fit in the mini. I don't know how bulky your cosmetics are, but it will fit in the small.

You can always order both and see what fits best. Because the small is bigger, the sides are also less stiff. That might be the best option.

"Essentials" can be anything from a card case and a phone to a million little things and then some. The mini might actually be too big for someone.

 

[Anton]

Hi All,
my partner just came home with this Furla bag, can anyone tell me if it's authentic
Thanks

 

[Vicki ribal]

I love my vintage Furla that I picked up at goodwill for a mere $2.50 a little rough around the edges but a good cleaning and conditioning she’s back in my mix. Yes Furla’s can be faked. I had to send my to Italy to make sure mine was real.

 

[hesty]

Hello, I'm curious to know if anyone has seen this model as I'm highly suspicious it's not authentic as I can't find anything online. This prob is however an older Furla style. Please share any insights you may have, thanks! ☀