Ode to the bolide

[amna72]

Does anyone have this Bolide in size 35? I am considering it for travelling instead of Birkin 35 which is just too heavy for me. Would this one be lighter and easier to use since it has a strap as well? How would it hold the shape? Could you please share your experience with the bag? Thanks

 

[paula24jen]

thank you! It definitely is smaller than what I expected, but when I opened it, it is definitely very spacious enough to carry my daily essentials.

hope to add more H bags to my collection.

Lol, bolide was my “gateway” bag! I now have four bags in total…

 

[ff2904]

My new-to-me Bolide 31. I was afraid the bag would be too big but it turns out perfect. And it is definitely easier to use than Birkin

 

[HAllDay]

My new-to-me Bolide 31. I was afraid the bag would be too big but it turns out perfect. And it is definitely easier to use than Birkin

I've been considering a Bolide 31 as well! How much does it hold? Yours looks like clemence leather...is it heavy?

 

[ff2904]

I've been considering a Bolide 31 as well! How much does it hold? Yours looks like clemence leather...is it heavy?

It can hold all of my daily essentials including wallet, phone, nintendo switch (essential to me ), a bottle of water and other small items. While being roomy, the bag does not look bulky and also surprisingly is not heavy at all. Hope it helps

 

[Bereal]

This is such a rare combo!! The 25cm is so hard to find at the store.

Thanks

 

[DoggieBags]

I just got the Bolide 25 (I think this is the smallest size in the 1923 style, the SA told me this is the mini size) and it's a really great size! It easily fits phone, small wallet/cardholder, and an SLG like LV mini pochette, but I also have a small folded reusable bag, pack of tissues, and could maybe fit in a small folded scarf. I think you also could get a pair of sunglasses in a soft case, for example, if they weren't huge. It fits more than the K25 because of the way it opens all the way, and because of its shape. I got it in noir Epsom and love that the leather feels more carefree and that it feels structured but not stiff. Absolutely perfect for dinner out but holds everything I need during the day too.
The strap is not adjustable, and is meant for shoulder carry (I'm 5 ft 2 in, and crossbody is doable but not ideal), but I just realized that one could get a longer strap as well since they clip on at the handles.
The style is classic enough for more formal occasions, but totally fine for daytime use too. This is really close to a perfect bag! (okay, no exterior pocket but that doesn't work with the style, and one can't have everything

There is one size smaller than the 25cm. They made an 18cm before the 25cm was introduced.

 

[kobe939]

I just want to share my recent purchase. I told my SA I wanted to get a black bolide 25 with ghw, and she answered my prayer. Tye bag is so cute and adorable. The strap is ok to wear on my shoulder, but definitely short to wear crossbody. I am about 170cm, so I bought a longer strap to wear cross body. While I was at the store, bought a rodeo too. Love the sesame color, so easy to match any bag.

 

[kirbypoo]

I just want to share my recent purchase. I told my SA I wanted to get a black bolide 25 with ghw, and she answered my prayer. Tye bag is so cute and adorable. The strap is ok to wear on my shoulder, but definitely short to wear crossbody. I am about 170cm, so I bought a longer strap to wear cross body. While I was at the store, bought a rodeo too. Love the sesame color, so easy to match any bag.

Are you in the US?

 

[kobe939]

Are you in the US?

No, I am in Canada

 

[Kittyloves2_Shop]

I just want to share my recent purchase. I told my SA I wanted to get a black bolide 25 with ghw, and she answered my prayer. Tye bag is so cute and adorable. The strap is ok to wear on my shoulder, but definitely short to wear crossbody. I am about 170cm, so I bought a longer strap to wear cross body. While I was at the store, bought a rodeo too. Love the sesame color, so easy to match any bag.

Congrats! Love the size so much

 

[BowieFan1971]

Does anyone have this Bolide in size 35? I am considering it for travelling instead of Birkin 35 which is just too heavy for me. Would this one be lighter and easier to use since it has a strap as well? How would it hold the shape? Could you please share your experience with the bag? Thanks

I have a gold Courcheval 35. Lightweight, holds a ton and you could get a wider strap to make it even more comfortable

 

[couturequeen]

I absolutely love the Bolide and am willing to wait for the right one to appear, but having trouble figuring out if the Mini, 25 or 27 would be a better size.
I don't carry too much daily, would love a versatile size that I could carry to dinners, and already have an Evelyne PM and Herbag 31 for when I need to carry more.
Thank you!

I’d say 25 or 27. I haven’t seen the mini to try on, but I think it would be best for evening.

 

[lanit]

Does anyone have this Bolide in size 35? I am considering it for travelling instead of Birkin 35 which is just too heavy for me. Would this one be lighter and easier to use since it has a strap as well? How would it hold the shape? Could you please share your experience with the bag? Thanks

Had a beautiful Clemence bolide 37 and for me it was too heavy and bulky to wear cross body though I had a custom canvas strap made for it. I eventually released it for a 27 in epsom due to weight and wanting a less slouchy bag. While toile is fairly strong, I would avoid a light color for travel use imo.

Here is my 27 epsom in rouge grenat. I am 5’5” for reference.

 

[Livia1]

Had a beautiful Clemence bolide 37 and for me it was too heavy and bulky to wear cross body though I had a custom canvas strap made for it. I eventually released it for a 27 in epsom due to weight and wanting a less slouchy bag. While toile is fairly strong, I would avoid a light color for travel use imo.

Here is my 27 epsom in rouge grenat. I am 5’5” for reference.View attachment 5206643View attachment 5206644

Uhhh, a red Bolide