Jypsiere 28 or Bolide 31

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Mousy

Mousy

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Hi-
To make a long story short, I had a leather allergy that is now under control and I am ecstatic!
I'm celebrating by renewing my Hermes collection. Jypsiere or Bolide?
I am torn between the two bags. I love the look of both, I don't mind the complication of a zipper or the straps to access my items and I lead a casual lifestyle- errands, middle school mom, travel to SoCal (3-4x per year for fun), NY and sometimes Europe and Canada. I wear denims, driving moccasins and have invested in some great (plain) sweaters.
I carry very little- card envelope, tiny coin purse, reading glasses, keys and cell phone.
I'm asking myself- do I like the Jypsiere because of its look (casual messenger w/ -a hint of pallidium). And, do I like the Bolide because of its look, reinforced base and great travel use. The Jypsiere's negatives- I don't like the wear and tear on the hole when the flap is lifted or the thought of it eventually sagging on the bottom. Bolide's negatives- thinner shoulder strap comfort (?) and the "Dooney and Burke" vibe.
Please tell me which you prefer and if you want to, tell me why.
Thank you!
 
#2
I personally like the Jypsiere better - I like the messenger style and the strap is very comfortable. I find it fairly easy to get in and out of when I'm out running errands but also like that I can secure it when in a crowded area or on the subway. I even carry a small laptop in mine and while the bottom has softened, it hasn't sagged a lot.

I think it depends on what you need to carry and how the bag feels on you.
 
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Both are great bags but it depends on how you want to use the bag. The bolide has the option of day to night, but the jyp is a bit more casual. Have you tried them both on? While I love the look of a jyp, I can not manage the weight of it, so for me... I would have to go with the bolide. I think you can't go wrong with either and perhaps it might just be a matter of which one FIRST :) As a fellow allergy sufferer, I hope you continue to have your allergies under good control!! Best wishes!
 
#4
I own both, I picture you with a jypsiere. It's very casual chic. Bolide is more like a kelly. Love my bolide. Very under radar. Love the silhouette. They are both great bags. Though I think jyp will work best for you at the moment. So my vote is jyp!!!
 
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They are very different bags - the J is very casual even if you carry it with a shortened strap. I found the Bolide to be very lady-like. I *love* that shape/style but I felt it was too 'grown-up' when I tried it out. For my wardrobe, I will reconsider the Bolide in another decade or so, perhaps.
 
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Genie27 said:
They are very different bags - the J is very casual even if you carry it with a shortened strap. I found the Bolide to be very lady-like. I *love* that shape/style but I felt it was too 'grown-up' when I tried it out. For my wardrobe, I will reconsider the Bolide in another decade or so, perhaps.
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I had to smile when I saw your response, because I agree with your thoughts. Bolide seems more mature and Jypsiere seems more "today".
I am a non-embarrassing (when it comes to my taste in clothes, hair and accessories according to my teenage daughter) younger looking 50 year old. I am trying to channel my inner 50 year old Halle Berry, Salma Hayak, Julianna Margulies, Cindy Crawford (I wish!), and look current w/o appearing trendy. I think both bags do this at my age.
Bolide looks great on women of all ages, and I can picture still wearing it at 60, while by 60, my Jypsiere would probably go to my daughter.
 
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I saw an older non-matronly woman (late 50s?) carrying a neutral J with jeans and parka, and it looked great on her. I think my bleu paon J may not work on me beyond a certain age but the neutral did work really well on her.

The Bolide - it's so beautiful in it's simplicity and elegance, I wish it looked better on me than it did. Too lady-like, like I was borrowing my moms bag.
 
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Genie27 said:
Cross and shoulder strap contraption J28. The cross is great over a winter coat, straight strap in summer as i find it dresses up my uber-casual summer clothes.
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Thank you for even more modeling shots. The colors of your Jyp and "Nadineluv"'s bags are beautiful. I'm leaning towards the Jyp, and saving my pennies for a Bolide. It's going to be difficult.
I also like LV bags (a little more trendy and the price point is good on most bags), and the Sp/S '17 lineup is fun.
I'll have to behave for a few months. Yikes! I've heard of Ban Island, but I didn't know I would ever take up residence there after the Jyp or Bolide. Self exiled!
 
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