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I have a question for anybody who’d like to comment.

I am trying to choose between a PM Pauline and a Hermes Garden Party 36. Does anybody have experience with either? Own both? Pros and cons?

I’m not a huge fan of the GP Negonda leather- though tough and waterproof, it feels a little rubbery. I’m impartial to the fabric interior. But, I like the wide opening and quick snap closure. I’ve owned a 30, and I owned a 36 a long time ago. I sold my 36 (along with a couple of other lesser used bags) to help fund a dream bag. I’d go for Noir only in the GP.

I’ve never seen the Pauline in person, so I am clueless about the leather. I am also clueless about how it would do in inclimate weather. I like the leather interior and that it has an optional shoulder strap. From earlier posts, it sounds like the zipper can be frustrating. I would choose from a variety of darker colors for the Pauline. The colors are beautiful.

No bag is perfect. I’m just looking for a slightly larger bag for carry-on and fashionable duffle bag situations. I’m having a moment in my life where I deserve to be spoiled, and a big bag is my target this time.

Thank you for your input.
 
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Sourisbrune said:
I have a question for anybody who’d like to comment.

I am trying to choose between a PM Pauline and a Hermes Garden Party 36. Does anybody have experience with either? Own both? Pros and cons?

I’m not a huge fan of the GP Negonda leather- though tough and waterproof, it feels a little rubbery. I’m impartial to the fabric interior. But, I like the wide opening and quick snap closure. I’ve owned a 30, and I owned a 36 a long time ago. I sold my 36 (along with a couple of other lesser used bags) to help fund a dream bag. I’d go for Noir only in the GP.

I’ve never seen the Pauline in person, so I am clueless about the leather. I am also clueless about how it would do in inclimate weather. I like the leather interior and that it has an optional shoulder strap. From earlier posts, it sounds like the zipper can be frustrating. I would choose from a variety of darker colors for the Pauline. The colors are beautiful.

No bag is perfect. I’m just looking for a slightly larger bag for carry-on and fashionable duffle bag situations. I’m having a moment in my life where I deserve to be spoiled, and a big bag is my target this time.

Thank you for your input.
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Have you looked at the new east/west Quattro in leather? I would definitely choose that over a GP (which I don’t have, I have only tried on) because I think it’s a more interesting design (also reversible). I did have a Pauline MM which is closer in capacity to the GP 36 than the PM. Even the larger Pauline was too small for me (the bag is very short vertically) and the zipper was a total pain.

Hope this helps, good luck deciding!
 
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bagnut1 said:
Have you looked at the new east/west Quattro in leather? I would definitely choose that over a GP (which I don’t have, I have only tried on) because I think it’s a more interesting design (also reversible). I did have a Pauline MM which is closer in capacity to the GP 36 than the PM. Even the larger Pauline was too small for me (the bag is very short vertically) and the zipper was a total pain.

Hope this helps, good luck deciding!
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This does help. Thank you so much!
The (north/south) Quattro reminds me of the Hermes Double Sens. I think I like the east/west a little better.
I think I’ll wait to get a Pauline and a Quattro until I’ve had a chance to see them in person. I want to know what I’m getting.
I also want to get a Rèjane (or two). Yikes!
Maybe I’ll wait, save and save and save and get my Rèjane, or a Hermes Bolide, and wait for that luxury catch-all bag.
Thank you again for your input.
 
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Hello! New here!
I just purchased my very first Moynat bag. As I am not used to hand-made bags, I was wondering if it is usual for it to have slight flaws? The stitching on my bag is perfect, but I did realize one side is slightly curved in differently than the other side of the bag. You won't be able to notice unless you run your hands along it at the same time on both sides. This causes the bottom inside of the bag to puff up a little along one side edge.
Have any of you guys experienced anything like this? I purchased this brand new from Le Bon Marche.
Thanks!
 
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baghag21 said:
I just bought a plain black one in Paris. Was told that they are rarely displayed in the store and I was lucky to have bumped into one. I was not looking for any particular Moynat bag but when I saw the Mini Vanity, it was love at first sight. I was not familiar with Moynat bags at all before this except that it was a French brand with historical craftsmanship quality. It is a very small bag and indeed a special piece. Love the orange interior, which is inherent with this bag. A characteristic much appreciated since bicolour seems like such a bigger deal with Hermes.

I think the collector’s pieces would be the marquetry and crocodile ones, which is on my wish list now.
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Congratulations on your score and sharing your experience. ;)
 
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firstpairee said:
Hello! New here!
I just purchased my very first Moynat bag. As I am not used to hand-made bags, I was wondering if it is usual for it to have slight flaws? The stitching on my bag is perfect, but I did realize one side is slightly curved in differently than the other side of the bag. You won't be able to notice unless you run your hands along it at the same time on both sides. This causes the bottom inside of the bag to puff up a little along one side edge.
Have any of you guys experienced anything like this? I purchased this brand new from Le Bon Marche.
Thanks!
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I think it’s normal, depending on how different each side looks. It sounds like it’s not a huge difference, but noticeable to you, the bag owner.
Enjoy your beautiful bag! I can’t wait until I have one, too.
 
#1,613
Hi! Does anyone know the price of Madeleine (clutch) in France? It's $2800 in the states and wondering if it's cheaper in Europe. I might hold my urge until I travel to Europe in Summer. TIA
 
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GPR said:
Hi! Does anyone know the price of Madeleine (clutch) in France? It's $2800 in the states and wondering if it's cheaper in Europe. I might hold my urge until I travel to Europe in Summer. TIA
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It’s 2500€ in France VAT included. Not sure how much VAT refund you can get out of it though. Hope this helps.
 
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#1,617
Hi everyone! I've been thinking about the petit Pauline bag and have spent the past week reading every single post in this thread. I love the designs of Moynat because it is understated and unique at the same time, and the leathers and quality are exceptional! I've just purchased by first Moynat bag earlier this week from the Moynat boutique in my city. Sharing my new Pauline edge in Lilac with Atlas piping. I love her!

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From Moynat's tumblr - looks like an announcement (finally?)
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Love this bag. Does anyone have it yet?
 
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