That's odd... but maybe the 18 size and neutral color is more rare or low stock? My friend was a first time shopper and got a P22 her first walk in last July. And it was a neutral grey. Maybe Gris Asphalt. But she got super lucky, cause there was no stock for anything after that... I myself have been at this store for 2-3 years, still have yet to get a bag // also looking for a non-quota bag (been offered dark neutrals, but no light neutral that I wanted came my way.) So it's me, not them. I know what I want and stick to it.
And yes, this is in response to the NYC MP store.
But keep in mind, their inventory and stock has been low since October. And literally had to close store some days cause they had nothing. And I shopped in Paris in December too of 2021 so just a few months ago... and the case was similar. So stock has just been lower due to global pandemic etc. So we must be patient!