Excuse me if this has been posted before (I had searched and couldn't find it)... What does everyone use on the corners of the pliage cuir to protect rubbing against clothes? I have one corner that rubs against my thigh when worn crossbody and it has been rubbing the blue color off the bag....
Longchamp Le Pliage Cuir - your opinions
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I use Blackrocks. I know there have been other suggestions but I don't remember them.
What are "Blackrocks," please.
Is that a brand?
I apologize if this is obvious. [emoji846]
http://www.blackrock-leather.com/products/blackrock-leather-n-rich
I probably bought mine from Amazon or eBay.
I love LC Cuir but am hesitant to pull the trigger due to the long shoulder strap. I wish it was adjustable! I' 5'3 and it's too long in that it hits my hip and bounces off of it every step I take.
If i get it shortened at a leather shop, will the strap actually remain reinforced enough to not get ruined over carrying a solid load over time?
If i get it shortened at a leather shop, will the strap actually remain reinforced enough to not get ruined over carrying a solid load over time?
I stole these pictures from another poster earlier in the thread who ties a knot in the strap when she wants it shorter.
Hope this helps.
In my country, LC states that if I alter the strap, any repairs on other parts of the bag (e.g. Zipper, snao buttons etc) will not be entertained as it is deemed I had altered the bag in some way. The fact that the bag is the bag and the strap not exactly part of the bag baffles me with regards to this policy. I wish to reiterate though I am unsure whether this is an International policy or just unique to my country.
Despite my height, my medium Cuir also hits me at my hip which I am not really comfortable with. I had ordered a shorter strap elsewhere and will post how it works out. I know a lot of ladies order from Mautto.com too so that might be an option for you. I had also seen ladies tying a knot and effectively shortening the strap though I had never tried it.
You can try sending the bag for repair without the strap? You can say you lost it. It's a very weird policy IMO.
Yep, that is a solution. I did question and subtly commented the same...that in most repair scenarios, the strap is most likely not going to be included but the repair will still take place. The SA agreed it is a baffling policy as well. [emoji21] [emoji26]
When I sent in my Fantaisie for the snap button replacement, I purposely left the strap at home cos I was worried any non-essential parts for the replacement could get lost. The form noted that my strap was not included when they took in my bag
Do you use Blackrocks just for the corners or the other parts of the Cuir too? Thanks
No, I don't. Blackrocks is a thick, sticky, waxy paste and I just use it on the corners, and sometime overall on bags with a smooth leather.
I just use leather conditioner and cleaner on the rest of the bag. (I use Leather CPR but any good one will do. I can't remember which one Longchamp recommends and I know some brands are easier to get in different countries)
Thanks for sharing! I've seen other posters do the knot in their straps, as well, but I don't *love* the look and more than that, I'm fearful that it won't wear well over time, as I carry an average load and it would certainly wear down the area/rub off the color.
I was thinking the same thing. Just exclude the strap and leave it at home when you bring in the bag to be repaired.
Still, odd policy indeed...
Thanks for the info! That is really good to know for future reference regarding any strap alterations made. Regarding the strap, it also hits me somewhere at my hip and I can't stand how it bounces with each stride I take. It's uncomfortable, interferes with my movement, and doesn't look flattering...it looks sloppy and ruins a 'put together' vibe.
Anyway, curious to know how the shorter strap works out and will be awaiting your updated post on that!