Is the Prada Re-Edition Nylon bag worth the purchase?

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#257
Has anyone’s Re-Edition 2005 leather trim become sticky?

Was just going through my bags and noticed the leather trim has a sticky feel when I slide my finger through it. I’ve had it for about 1.5 year. Wouldn’t say I use it a lot (thanks to the pandemic…). Have always stored the bag in dust bag whenever not in use. I don’t put my bags on the ground and baby them very much. Unlike regular issues with the handle part where it can get in contact with lotion, sanitizer etc just wondering why this is happening :thinking:
 
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So I have fallen in love with the Re Edition 2005 in Black in nylon. Hubs made a passing comment of how I shd get the saffiano leather since I'm already gonna pay *that* much. Now I'm confused!

Pls help:
1) Is the saffiano leather stiff (esp the opening to reach in)?
2) Can you fit as much in the saffiano leather as you do the nylon?

I am 75% casual and 25% formal, most times I don't baby my bags. I am so torn cos my heart was set on the nylon and now my husband says this (and I ventured a look at the saffiano. why oh why!). I worry the gold hardware might look abit loud for everyday casualness (I'm always in my Tshirt/tank with either yoga pants/denim shorts/jeans and sneakers).

Thoughts? Real life advice appreciated!

Thank you :)
 
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VSUVUS said:
Has anyone’s Re-Edition 2005 leather trim become sticky?

Was just going through my bags and noticed the leather trim has a sticky feel when I slide my finger through it. I’ve had it for about 1.5 year. Wouldn’t say I use it a lot (thanks to the pandemic…). Have always stored the bag in dust bag whenever not in use. I don’t put my bags on the ground and baby them very much. Unlike regular issues with the handle part where it can get in contact with lotion, sanitizer etc just wondering why this is happening :thinking:
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While I was reorganizing my handbags this weekend, I noticed the corners on my Re-edition are starting to feel a bit tacky. Not super sticky, but definitely tackier than the rest of the trim. I used this bag heavily early on in the pandemic and during rainy days, but hasn't been carried much in the last month or so. I chalked it up to normal wear & tear as I'm not gentle on this bag at all (it gets tossed around A LOT and I don't store mine in the dust bag), but I've also had it for roughly the same time as you, so maybe there was an issue in early production? I'm not super worried about it but will also keep an eye on how it progresses.

@jforjasmine I'd say go with the Nylon if that's what you're set on. Prada's nylon is the best out there and can take a beating. Their saffiano, imo, is overrated.
 
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Hi there! I was thinking of getting this bag for sightseeing travel and I was wondering if a standard water bottle would fit in it? And if I were to put a water bottle in, would I get anything else in? Thanks!
 
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jforjasmine said:
So I have fallen in love with the Re Edition 2005 in Black in nylon. Hubs made a passing comment of how I shd get the saffiano leather since I'm already gonna pay *that* much. Now I'm confused!

Pls help:
1) Is the saffiano leather stiff (esp the opening to reach in)?
2) Can you fit as much in the saffiano leather as you do the nylon?

I am 75% casual and 25% formal, most times I don't baby my bags. I am so torn cos my heart was set on the nylon and now my husband says this (and I ventured a look at the saffiano. why oh why!). I worry the gold hardware might look abit loud for everyday casualness (I'm always in my Tshirt/tank with either yoga pants/denim shorts/jeans and sneakers).

Thoughts? Real life advice appreciated!

Thank you :smile:
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I can't speak to the saffiano version since I have the nylon, but I will say that I think the nylon with the saffiano trim is a great day-to-evening option. I may have a skewed point of view since I live in Seattle and it is *very* casual here, but I think you could take this bag just about anywhere, day or night. Since you say you're always in t-shirts and tanks, etc., it might work for you!
 
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ShoppingInSeattle said:
I can't speak to the saffiano version since I have the nylon, but I will say that I think the nylon with the saffiano trim is a great day-to-evening option. I may have a skewed point of view since I live in Seattle and it is *very* casual here, but I think you could take this bag just about anywhere, day or night. Since you say you're always in t-shirts and tanks, etc., it might work for you!
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Thanks for sharing. We live in Singapore where it is summer all year round. I think the pull factor would be how lightweight nylon would be and how easy it is to pack one bag for travel vs a day and night bag. Ok now I'm leaning towards nylon again.
 
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VSUVUS said:
Has anyone’s Re-Edition 2005 leather trim become sticky?

Was just going through my bags and noticed the leather trim has a sticky feel when I slide my finger through it. I’ve had it for about 1.5 year. Wouldn’t say I use it a lot (thanks to the pandemic…). Have always stored the bag in dust bag whenever not in use. I don’t put my bags on the ground and baby them very much. Unlike regular issues with the handle part where it can get in contact with lotion, sanitizer etc just wondering why this is happening :thinking:
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this was literally why I sold my 2005.

the Saffiano trimming all around wore so bad :(
 
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ghoulish said:
While I was reorganizing my handbags this weekend, I noticed the corners on my Re-edition are starting to feel a bit tacky. Not super sticky, but definitely tackier than the rest of the trim. I used this bag heavily early on in the pandemic and during rainy days, but hasn't been carried much in the last month or so. I chalked it up to normal wear & tear as I'm not gentle on this bag at all (it gets tossed around A LOT and I don't store mine in the dust bag), but I've also had it for roughly the same time as you, so maybe there was an issue in early production? I'm not super worried about it but will also keep an eye on how it progresses.

@jforjasmine I'd say go with the Nylon if that's what you're set on. Prada's nylon is the best out there and can take a beating. Their saffiano, imo, is overrated.
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Chaliya said:
this was literally why I sold my 2005.

the Saffiano trimming all around wore so bad :sad:
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Thank you for your inputs. I've read elsewhere that it's "normal" for saffiano leather to get that tacky feel and there are ways to clean it, one of the easiest way being wiping down with baby wipes so I think I will give it a try. And if I make it to my neighbourhood Prada store before the city possibly shuts down again I will ask them there and report back if I get any useful information.

Although I know I haven't used mine heavily, it is probably my most used bag. The leather trim, the whole bag in general really, is still in mint condition, except the sticky feel problem. I love this bag though! Just recently got the Samorga felt liner to protect the lining too.
 
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I tried to wipe it down with baby wipes with no success - because the sticky feel was nothing on top of the leather, but the leather which already started to rub off

I hope, that you have more luck with some kind of cleaning <3

would love if you keep us posted :-)
 
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#268
reviving this thread after reading up on a couple of pages of comments dating from last year!
-- my question is: do you think the mini re-edition 2000/2005 is still worth it in 2022? (even with the price increase now)
im considering the 2005 one because of the slightly longer shoulder strap because from youtube i find the thicker strap does hang a little high up.. but idk if the price is really worth it anymore..
(i dont dare going on preloved market as there are a lot of fakes going around honestly)
i know there's a lot of youtube videos that sharing their thoughts and whatnot, i find that sometimes i can find a more reliable answer and support system here!
 
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