New Gucci 1955 Horsebit Bag
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This is very helpful. I was leaning towards navy too because I felt like stripes made it more Gucci but I think I’m going to go for brown since it has the Celine classic color vibe. I love the monogram print too but I wear a lot of print dresses and it would clash with me . Thank you so much for your help.
I agree with the interior not being real suede . For the money they should have all leather interior at least so you don’t have to worry about lipstick stains or looking dirty.
Also one more question since you’ve seen them in person. Navy one stripes looks like it’s velvet or very soft looking material ? Is it ? Or is it just the regular web that they use ?
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Just a follow up note
I went to Gucci yesterday and compared the navy and brown more closely. I just thought you'd like to know the following:
The navy is polished calf but the brown, like the other all-leather versions is a subtle stamped leather. The navy will be far more delicate and probably will scratch more a, fine for occasional use and the brown more Hardy perfect for everyday.
this is super helpful . I think I’m going to place an order that one . It’s great everyday bag. Good luck with Python version , it’s bag perfection and so special. I also love the look of ostrich one too!
Let me know if by any chance you saw new Gucci padlock bag with bamboo handle . I’m just so in love with the look also. I am also wondering what you think of it ?
Older padlock shapes felt little bit of old and this one looks so fun . I want to add one Gucci bag with supreme canvas and I don’t know which style will be the best . I like Dionysus but sort of tired of seeing them . The padlocks are great but shapes are little boring. Only one excites me is the new padlock but haven’t seen single photo anywhere . Anyways you’ve been so great to correspond with
thank you so much for all the help!
Omg those are the two that I also had in mind! I’m also torn between these two. The best thing for me it would be to see them IRL and make a decision then.
Most popular one is the canvas one but i am planning on wearing this bag as a day bag and it clashes with me . The navy one is so beautiful and stripe makes it more Gucci but it’s smooth leather and I have smooth leather bags and no matter how careful I am it gets a scuff or scratch. For that reason I preordered honey milk one . I think gold hardware and light brown looks very good together plus I’ve had another member saw it in person and told me that one has sort of a texture and that is very useful for me ; not to get scratches easily . I’m not sure when it’ll be delivered . I preordered it from Nordstrom . I’m not sure when I’ll get my hands on it.
I think what you choose depends on how careful you are with your bags . Both options are stunning especially navy and gold is also such a classic combo . I went with beigey option because I really need a neutral bag. Gucci always have these stripes which I love , gives kinda casual feel but sometimes I dress very classic and need that very classic bag that is not over the top. I was in love with Celine classic box bag because it’s that classic bag that will never go out of style but it has no brand power. Very few people know it’s Celine bag. This new horsebit checks all boxes ; it’s classic , will never go out style , it has brand power although it’s subtle . Has great compartments . It’s vintage looking which is very on trend .
You cannot go wrong with any color you choose . Perfect way to choose is every day you dress up think which bag color would I rather grab? Which one will look best with my outfits ? In a week you should have clear idea.
I am also looking at this bag in the brown as I “need” a caramel color shoulder bag with gold hardware and this is right up my alley in terms of its look, size and everything. I am going to the store to pick up a hood this week so want to try it in person.
I have a few issues with it though so far. First the interior. Even if I would be happy to pay for it, I do realize that not having leather makes sense in terms of cost and weight, but I hate that microfiber lining. It pills terribly and I find synthetics nasty to the touch. I prefer a simple cotton lining. Plus it really detracts from the vintage feel of the bag, not having a leather lining...
Then, I have come to appreciate a back outside pocket for the phone in shoulder bags and think it’s a pity this doesn’t have one.
And finally, I wear Gucci loafers a lot and now that I have broken my toe and heels are out of the question for a while, I will do even more. I wonder, do you think it is an overkill of horsebit, wearing this bag with the loafers?
I have a few issues with it though so far. First the interior. Even if I would be happy to pay for it, I do realize that not having leather makes sense in terms of cost and weight, but I hate that microfiber lining. It pills terribly and I find synthetics nasty to the touch. I prefer a simple cotton lining. Plus it really detracts from the vintage feel of the bag, not having a leather lining...
Then, I have come to appreciate a back outside pocket for the phone in shoulder bags and think it’s a pity this doesn’t have one.
And finally, I wear Gucci loafers a lot and now that I have broken my toe and heels are out of the question for a while, I will do even more. I wonder, do you think it is an overkill of horsebit, wearing this bag with the loafers?
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In the Gucci lexicon of Guccifixation stll very subtle.
no not at all . I was watching the Gucci runway show really quick and 2020 horsebit pointy toes with opaque tights were on most models . I think 2020 is going to be all about Gucci horsebit ; the bags , belts , loafers . If you feel comfortable with it , definitely checks the chic part.
Also logo is very subtle you can wear multiple pieces without looking cheesy
Yes , I’m agree with interior being cheap . I’ve seen some ysl bags lately and it had lamb skin interior and costs less . I wouldn’t want lambskin interior since it’s very delicate but I also would have loved all leather interior . I love when leather wears gets more beautiful and softer.
Gucci can definitely do that but I suspect they want to be homogeneous. Just like Chanel , part of having a successful line is staying consistent. Being loyal to old customers as well.
Phone part is a good point too , always useful to have back part but that works best for bags that stand on table or handheld like Gucci Dionysus in medium. than you stick your phone in back slot without opening the front .
I think horsebit is exclusively crossbody and shoulder bag. It’s very hard to stick something in the back while wearing it. Best part is opening mechanism is very easy. You pull up and it’s open ; first slot looks like it will accommodate any size phone .
Let me know if you spot new Gucci padlock with bamboo handle in the store ! Lol
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I’ve been thinking about this bag nonstop but I’m still so torn on which version to get.
Ashpera786 gave a great response but I would really appreciate a few more opinions!