Minimalist/low key bags (Polene, Leo et Violette, etc.)

[sparklebunny]

^ I meant monochrome. Not monotone. Sorry! Not sure how to edit prior posts.

 

[philophan]

I have three Everlane leather bags and I love them! Day Market Tote, Day Square, and Day Mini Tote. The leather is quite good imo, especially for the price. You do have to be ok with creasing and a bit of scratching because that is the kind of leather it is. The straps are comfortable too.

I would add Nisolo! I have not purchased from them but I really like their Simone Shopper, it looks just like the Celine Tie Knot Twisted Tote (?) don't know the actual name. I also love Jil Sander, Acne Studios, and Loewe.

 

[southernbelle43]

I would add Deadly Ponies, von Holzhausen, and Les Ateliers Auguste to that list!
I did try a Leo et Violette camera bag. It was very nice, but I ultimately decided to part with it, because it was a bit redundant in my collection. But I have nothing but good words to say about their quality and customer service.

Totally agree about the Les Ateliers Auguste. I have a black bag from them and it is lovely and well made!

 

[azjenlynn]

This list is amazing! I have done a *very* deep dive and have edited my list I am adding the Mini Monceau Crossbody from Ateliers Auguste next (in navy or grey). I have decided to make 2020 a "low buy" year, so I will likely only get one more bag from this list. Any favorites?

 

[southernbelle43]

This list is amazing! I have done a *very* deep dive and have edited my list I am adding the Mini Monceau Crossbody from Ateliers Auguste next (in navy or grey). I have decided to make 2020 a "low buy" year, so I will likely only get one more bag from this list. Any favorites?

I have the Monceau and it is a lovely bag. From your list I have experience with Deadly Ponies. I have had three of them, the Mr Fill n Zip, the Mr. Mini Armadillo and currently I have the Mr. Siamese midi. Their leather, especially he deer nappa, is wonderful, really is top quality. The hardware is real brass (which makes their bigger bags a tad heavy, lol) and the shipping is fast. Another poster had an amazing customer service experience with them. I recommend Deadly Ponies highly.

 

[whateve]

This list is amazing! I have done a *very* deep dive and have edited my list I am adding the Mini Monceau Crossbody from Ateliers Auguste next (in navy or grey). I have decided to make 2020 a "low buy" year, so I will likely only get one more bag from this list. Any favorites?

I like the ice blue swing and the green mini box crossbody.

 

[fish999]

Recently I've bought RSVP PARIS and Polene ( shown in pics)

The touch of leather of RSVP bag is marvelous, rumour has it the box calfskin leather was from same factory which supplies to Hermes ? Definitely love the color and craftmanship, its able to carry 1 pack of tissue, lipstick, short purse , not much but all essentials. Wont regret for getting one. What you need to beware of is scratch on the bag and the golden button ( cry)



Polene
It took me sometime to deal with CS on payment lol but they didnt send email to me untill I sent an email back to them LOL
the leather wasn't as I thought, comparing to RSVP its rather rough but good thing is it's not easy to see scratches on the bag. It simply contains everything, even books! I really hope that they add accessories on the bag so I can turn it to a backpack ! But the bag itself is quite heavy , make sure you don't carry it with you when you're doing a whole day long shopping.



also, I love French brands you've mentioned before! Tammy and Benjamin definitely made good bags ! They've had sale on black Friday !

Not sure if you know
Italian brands:
Le parmentier ( partners from Italy) Camelia Roma ( good quality and reasonable price )
Coccinelle
designinverso

French brand :
GB David (good craftmanship, got to wait 2 to 3 months for a bag)
Nat&nin ( created by cute sisters )


Spanish brand :
https://andresgallardo.com
Andres Gallardo
its interesting cos the designer combines porcelain pieces and leather, their products are pretty ! I love the series with lion.

 

[ccbaggirl89]

Fossil. Lower-end, but impressive quality and very small logo.

 

[fabuleux]

A lot of Hermès bags are logo-free and feature very simple designs.

 

[sexycombover]

Madewell! And they are well made

 

[azjenlynn]

Recently I've bought RSVP PARIS and Polene ( shown in pics)

The touch of leather of RSVP bag is marvelous, rumour has it the box calfskin leather was from same factory which supplies to Hermes ? Definitely love the color and craftmanship, its able to carry 1 pack of tissue, lipstick, short purse , not much but all essentials. Wont regret for getting one. What you need to beware of is scratch on the bag and the golden button ( cry)

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Polene
It took me sometime to deal with CS on payment lol but they didnt send email to me untill I sent an email back to them LOL
the leather wasn't as I thought, comparing to RSVP its rather rough but good thing is it's not easy to see scratches on the bag. It simply contains everything, even books! I really hope that they add accessories on the bag so I can turn it to a backpack ! But the bag itself is quite heavy , make sure you don't carry it with you when you're doing a whole day long shopping.

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also, I love French brands you've mentioned before! Tammy and Benjamin definitely made good bags ! They've had sale on black Friday !

Not sure if you know
Italian brands:
Le parmentier ( partners from Italy) Camelia Roma ( good quality and reasonable price )
Coccinelle
designinverso

French brand :
GB David (good craftmanship, got to wait 2 to 3 months for a bag)
Nat&nin ( created by cute sisters )


Spanish brand :
https://andresgallardo.com
Andres Gallardo
its interesting cos the designer combines porcelain pieces and leather, their products are pretty ! I love the series with lion.

That’s good info regarding RSVP Paris and Polene. I happened to check Poshmark and snagged a RSVP Paris box bag for $55. I let sale goggles get me as yellow isn’t the best color on me but I think it will look cute with a white top and light jeans. Will check out the brands you listed

 

[fish999]

This is super cute ! I happened to see
this bag before but they dont let me do the registration cos I'm not living in the district that they serve

That’s good info regarding RSVP Paris and Polene. I happened to check Poshmark and snagged a RSVP Paris box bag for $55. I let sale goggles get me as yellow isn’t the best color on me but I think it will look cute with a white top and light jeans. Will check out the brands you listed

 

[sexycombover]

Adding Victoria Beckham to the list. Surprisingly nice bags and lowkey. However, they are expensive. I dont own one so cannot say anything about the quality

 

[renee_nyc]

Want Les Essentiels de la Vie are also very minimal and simple.

 

[sexycombover]

And another to add! Altuzarra. Really unique bag designs too.