No, it's very lightweight. I weighed a small w/strap and it's about 13oz, so less than a pound.
Longchamp Le Pliage Cuir - your opinions
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No, it's very lightweight. I weighed a small w/strap and it's about 13oz, so less than a pound.
I think for a leather bag it's considered very lightweight. In fact, when my friend got mine for me in France she was so surprised at the lightness that she wanted one for herself as well
I'm very happy with my new medium cuir but... Just need to confirm a certain thing is a feature and not a fault.
I've noticed some horizontal ripple patterns on the flap, especially when I lift it. Not really wrinkles, but it's just how the leather behaves when the flap is not folded down. The more it is folded, the more smooth it looks. I suspect this is just a normal thing considering the leather under the flap is different (more smooth and hard) and on top it is softer. Has anyone else noticed this?
My cuir is this year's cherry red and it's made of lamb leather. I've almost managed to get the wrinkles out that were on the bag due to it being folded when bought but the flap is still puzzling me. I'm wondering if I should use some kind of cream at some point to keep the leather in good condition and supple.
I've noticed some horizontal ripple patterns on the flap, especially when I lift it. Not really wrinkles, but it's just how the leather behaves when the flap is not folded down. The more it is folded, the more smooth it looks. I suspect this is just a normal thing considering the leather under the flap is different (more smooth and hard) and on top it is softer. Has anyone else noticed this?
My cuir is this year's cherry red and it's made of lamb leather. I've almost managed to get the wrinkles out that were on the bag due to it being folded when bought but the flap is still puzzling me. I'm wondering if I should use some kind of cream at some point to keep the leather in good condition and supple.
Ripples like this, you mean? My flap does it too, but if it's snapped down, it looks fine. I figure this is just a quirk of the leather and is normal.
That's exactly what I mean!
Thanks for this, I'm relieved to hear it's a normal thing. I thought it might have something to do with the leather being as it is, a natural material with slight variations. It doesn't really bother me that much but I was curious to know if anyone else had noticed such a thing.catsinthebag, your cuir looks fabulous! That colour is lovely.
Urgent!
Hi,
is it common to receive scratches and tiny holes for Cuir?
There are small bumps and slight scratch on the hardware too.
I just received one from a seller. Brand new, I have yet to use it.
Underside of flap wrinkled. Top left hand have small scratch-like marks. No wrinkles on the front of flap
Scratch
Scratch off at the side
Small tiny holes appear around the bag. Very small..but it is more like a peel-off kind of holes.
Bumps on the hardware
I think this is just pressed on when it is folded. Hopefully it will disappear.
Thanks!
Hi,
is it common to receive scratches and tiny holes for Cuir?
There are small bumps and slight scratch on the hardware too.
I just received one from a seller. Brand new, I have yet to use it.
Underside of flap wrinkled. Top left hand have small scratch-like marks. No wrinkles on the front of flap
Scratch
Scratch off at the side
Small tiny holes appear around the bag. Very small..but it is more like a peel-off kind of holes.
Bumps on the hardware
I think this is just pressed on when it is folded. Hopefully it will disappear.
Thanks!
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Since you received it directly from a private seller, perhaps you should ask the seller about your concerns. The marks, especially on the hardware don't normally appear on a brand new unused LC.Urgent!
Hi,
is it common to receive scratches and tiny holes for Cuir?
There are small bumps and slight scratch on the hardware too.
I just received one from a seller. Brand new, I have yet to use it.
Underside of flap wrinkled. Top left hand have small scratch-like marks. No wrinkles on the front of flap
Scratch
Scratch off at the side
Small tiny holes appear around the bag. Very small..but it is more like a peel-off kind of holes.
Bumps on the hardware
I think this is just pressed on when it is folded. Hopefully it will disappear.
Thanks!
How do you like color of the Cherry Cuir? I just ordered the medium Cuir in Cherry today. It has been on my Wish List for a while. I have the leather Cuir tote in black, and fell in love with the leather.
The cherry is LOVELY - I just saw it today. It's a very "clean" red - modern and bright like iconic Elizabeth Arden red door type lipstick color. Gorgeous!
Is it a nice size? I prefer larger bags because I carry so much stuff. LOL But have not seen this Cuir IRL since LC is not sold where I live. So, I hope it's big enough for me. Although, I plan to treat myself to the large customized Cuir for Christmas.
