Help me decide on Loulou puffer size and color

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jqbirdie

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Hello!

So I am having a time of it with deciding on a size for my first (but not really...?) YSL Loulou Puffer. I previously owned and quickly sold the YSL Small Loulou as I really did not like all of the dividers inside of the bag + I realized that super shapely bags aren't by favorite. So I have landed on the puffer which has been quite a surprise as I did not love the look when it first came out, but now I cannot get enough!

First for consideration is the small in Black on Black or Beige with GHW or even Blanc? ... which seems a bit more roomy than the traditional small loulou?

Second is the medium - again black on black, or beige with GHW, or even green with GHW. It seems like it could maybe be too big potentially?

Some things to know I love carrying bags on the shoulder or crossbody. I don't carry a ton for example - just a small wallet, a little catch all for lipsticks, mask, maybe sunglasses, and small moleskin notebook on occasion. Another thing - I own a fair amount of black bags... I don't know how that happened, but alas I have about half of my bags as black bags and those tend to be the ones I grab. I do have a tan bag which I grab on occasion as well. And a few that are more colorful.. But black bags rule my closet. I am trying to tell myself that I should own a beige bag especially with warmer weather arriving here and something that may stand out a bit more from the others, but still be easy to wear. I am also on the tall side - 5'11 and slim build - and I do have a more classic/boho style as well and honestly I don't need to get dressed up often (Covid..).

So, those of you that own the small or medium loulou do you ever wish you had gotten a different size? Pros/cons of each? Color wise is black on black too bland and should I try out the beige? I do love the look of both, and I loved the color of the beige (classic) loulou I had and would've worn it quite a bit if I felt differently about it.

If you have another bag suggestions I have looked at the medium Niki and can't decide how I feel about it..

thanks all!
 
I love my small grey loulou puffer! I have zero regrets about purchasing it. If I had to do it over again, I'd buy the exact same bag.

The small size should be able to fit everything you listed. I'm not entirely sure if the small could be comfortably worn crossbody if you're 5'11". It might sit higher than you'd like.

I love the matte beige with gold hw small puffer! It's on my wishlist. Black on black is nice too, but if you already own several black bags, I vote for the beige!

Another bag to consider could be the baby niki if the medium niki is too big. It's not a size I've commonly found on many retail sites. The medium is a lot more popular. SL sells the baby niki on their website though.

Happy shopping! Please share pics when you get your new bag - whatever it may be!
 
Hello!

So I am having a time of it with deciding on a size for my first (but not really...?) YSL Loulou Puffer. I previously owned and quickly sold the YSL Small Loulou as I really did not like all of the dividers inside of the bag + I realized that super shapely bags aren't by favorite. So I have landed on the puffer which has been quite a surprise as I did not love the look when it first came out, but now I cannot get enough!

First for consideration is the small in Black on Black or Beige with GHW or even Blanc? ... which seems a bit more roomy than the traditional small loulou?

Second is the medium - again black on black, or beige with GHW, or even green with GHW. It seems like it could maybe be too big potentially?

Some things to know I love carrying bags on the shoulder or crossbody. I don't carry a ton for example - just a small wallet, a little catch all for lipsticks, mask, maybe sunglasses, and small moleskin notebook on occasion. Another thing - I own a fair amount of black bags... I don't know how that happened, but alas I have about half of my bags as black bags and those tend to be the ones I grab. I do have a tan bag which I grab on occasion as well. And a few that are more colorful.. But black bags rule my closet. I am trying to tell myself that I should own a beige bag especially with warmer weather arriving here and something that may stand out a bit more from the others, but still be easy to wear. I am also on the tall side - 5'11 and slim build - and I do have a more classic/boho style as well and honestly I don't need to get dressed up often (Covid..).

So, those of you that own the small or medium loulou do you ever wish you had gotten a different size? Pros/cons of each? Color wise is black on black too bland and should I try out the beige? I do love the look of both, and I loved the color of the beige (classic) loulou I had and would've worn it quite a bit if I felt differently about it.

If you have another bag suggestions I have looked at the medium Niki and can't decide how I feel about it..

thanks all!
I had a medium loulou in vintage blanc and silver hw. I loved it and used it a ton, but i got a Chanel 19 in light beige and decided i didnt need two puffer bags, but it was probably one of my most used bags. I am 1,72m (5F6) and it crossedbody nicely. It is bulky but very comfortable to carry on the shoulder since it feels like a soft pillow under your arm. I would say if you dont carry too much, id go for the small. I wear always neutrals and found the vintage blanc color a very nice and wearable white but depending on the light it had a hint of grey in it. I highly recommend YSL. The black on black is gorgeous too but i find it more formal. I chose silver HW because i like "quiet branding" and the YSL is pretty big so the silver hw against the blanc color didnt have too much contrast which i liked.
 
I can understand why you were undecided. Every single bag you mention is absolutely gorgeous. I have two Nikis, one is the medium in vintage crinkled patent leather, dark taupe, and the other is the baby in beige lambskin. The lambskin is quite delicate, and I definitely do not recommend it in beige, as it will certainly show color transfer and wear easily. I think the small size of any of these would fit what you carry, but since you like BoHo, the bigger Loulou bag will look more BoHo and give you a bit of extra room in case you need to carry a water bottle or sweater. Since you are tall, your height can easily accommodate it. I always love a good larger bag so that my things aren’t crowded, and the puffy Loulou will be quite lightweight. The medium Niki in crinkled vintage leather is Boho and durable, but a bit heavy. I’m sorry I can’t help you be more decisive. Black on black is always amazing. But you could use the variety with a beige with gold hardware. Do you have any other black bags you could sell?
 
I love my small grey loulou puffer! I have zero regrets about purchasing it. If I had to do it over again, I'd buy the exact same bag.

The small size should be able to fit everything you listed. I'm not entirely sure if the small could be comfortably worn crossbody if you're 5'11". It might sit higher than you'd like.

I love the matte beige with gold hw small puffer! It's on my wishlist. Black on black is nice too, but if you already own several black bags, I vote for the beige!

Another bag to consider could be the baby niki if the medium niki is too big. It's not a size I've commonly found on many retail sites. The medium is a lot more popular. SL sells the baby niki on their website though.

Happy shopping! Please share pics when you get your new bag - whatever it may be!
Hihi..Any scratches on ysl loulou puffer lambskin so far?
 
Hey all! I saw the Matte Crinkle Leather LouLou Puffer in storm (grey) is back..does anyone know if YSL is planning to bring it back in the matte black crinkle as well? I loved them from 2020, but didnt get one before they stopped making it and now they only have been carrying the smooth lambskin :doh: ..Im so hoping black matte crinkle is returinng!!
 
Hey all! I saw the Matte Crinkle Leather LouLou Puffer in storm (grey) is back..does anyone know if YSL is planning to bring it back in the matte black crinkle as well? I loved them from 2020, but didnt get one before they stopped making it and now they only have been carrying the smooth lambskin :doh: ..Im so hoping black matte crinkle is returinng!!

I don’t know if it’ll be released again but I saw some on Fashionphile and eBay!
 
I have small puffer in black with silver logo
It’s perfect then I purchased beige in medium and it was so big for me can’t wear it as cross bag my sister took it for her work
Now i need to get olive one or beige one can’t decide yet
 
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