Let's talk Delvaux!
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I would have liked to been dropped into the Delvaux world 10 to 15 years earlier than that, when they had beautiful bags, the majority completely different from what you see today, were still using their original signature clip, and you seldom had to worry about items being unavailable or being social media'd everywhere because a) it was a brand known by far fewer people and b) there was little social media to speak of. There are days when I wish IG et al had never been created. When we lived in Brussels, just a 10 minute walk from the Blvd de Waterloo store, Delvaux had a completely different vibe from today.
I would love to have seen that. I would have been too young to appreciate it at the time!! I hope we all have some "revival" here soon where social media becomes UNCOOL. I am sick of it all too. The world is so fake now!
I agree with everything in this post. I can’t stress enough how well we have been treated and I am in no way any kind of VIP. I’ve bought two bags and a wallet so far and I’ve been consistently invited to many events. I also met CZ and thought she was lovely too, as well as the owners of the brand who were also very down to earth and likeable. They seem genuinely interested in getting to know their customers which is unheard of in this day and age. The Magritte collection did not resonate with me in the slightest. Nor did the one with the neon coloured edge coats. Their leathers are amazing but I agree this could be expanded slightly. I wish they reinvented existing designs like @TraceySH described. A softer retourne version of the Tempete would be amazing in my eyes! And the colours on offer could be expanded a bit. I loved the Madame until they changed the strap to a chain which did not appeal to me or my wife. I did go on their website and I’m happy to see some new offerings on there, however the intricacy of the Hide and Seek collection makes the bags less usable and so, unless ones budget extends to collecting pieces, is not something that appeals to me. Their SLGs could do with a bit of expansion too. I also thought they expanded pretty fast in terms of boutiques, I don’t think there is a need to have 2 in London for example. I would HATE to see the brand go down the influencer route; I detest any company that gives free bags out to people with a higher number of followers on Instagram. I really hope the brand keeps going and doesn’t have serious difficulties where they would need to consider closing down etc
I got the khaki & the denim, and HAD gotten the red but I am going to exchange for another color since I prefer the softer leathers!
The Trench in Crispy Calf is a beautiful bag. I have the large in black with red gussets that I use as a travel bag. Just a bit heavy though.
Ohhhhhh with red! They need to make that in MM!The Trench in Crispy Calf is a beautiful bag. I have the large in black with red gussets that I use as a travel bag. Just a bit heavy though.
It will spoil easily because it’s nubuck, but it’s gorgeous!!! And comparison to the Evelyne is perfect. These are more structured because of the bottom, and strap is better quality. The zip at the top does make a difference for security. I have 5 Evelyne tho and love them too! It’s easier to use a Dior strap on those as opposed to the pin. Both great everyday bags.
Congratulations,
I saw her( the Pin) on a woman at the Fondation Beyeler ( an exposition hall). Silent chic.
I like Delvaux quality and service, I Like the Brilliant and the Tempete but I don't need a collectable item, I want to buy a BAG on a daily basis, if you see what I mean.
I saw many bags when I started my journey with Delvaux. Unfortunately, I owned the only 1 Tempete. I would buy another Tempete but I can't pull my trigger, although I would chose the Tempete over the Kelly ( sorry ladies).
I also think that the bags from previous collections ( 3 years ago or more) were more wearable.
I agree with Tracey that they have to produce a proper tote with easier access.
And their exotics are awesome, but that is another story.
I don't know who their new CD will be! Apparently CZ cited health reasons for her departure, but there's a big shakeup in upper management too. Might have all needed to happen. What I PERSONALLY would love and have REQUESTED (hahaha) is the brillant but in an open top double handle tote. The brillant is just too difficult to get in and out of, and it's a bit too dressy for where I am living now most of the time. But I love the brillant! Just make it a tad easier to access, and a tad more casual, I will buy it in all the colors. HEAR THAT DELVAUX???
I am a long time lurker and I finally registered just to reply to you! I have just bought a vintage Delvaux tote that looks like your description. The model name is Brillant Trompe l'oeil. It is bi-color, black and "Hermès" gold (brown). It's open top with double handles. I don't know its size but you can comfortably fit a 13" laptop in it. I don't know its age either but there are NO scratches and the leather is a dream. You can keep it as a rectangular-ish tote or bring the sides in to make it trapezoid. I'll include a pic from the seller.
What are the thoughts on the Brilliant charms (Japan and China collections)? Also just realized there’s no sales tax! Is it due to the fact that their only boutique is in NY?
