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Official MOYNAT Thread
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Oops- my previous post was meant to also respond/quote @jcatral14 and the question about the Fleur. I’m off tPF for 8 days and that’s enough time for me to forget how to do things around here!
It was so hard to walk away from it. I remember Curtis telling me: you’ll be back for it - I know! Well, after the holidays the pandemic hit and I honestly don’t know where I stand with leather handbags in general these days.
I know the feeling! Moynat has so many beautiful bags, it makes me sad to leave the boutique empty handed. I love how effortless sac fleur looks on your shoulder but then it gives off a sense of fun when you hand held it. It’s not a common shape, at least not one I see regularly, so that really catches my eye and appeals to me.
For those who are Hermes fans before discovering Moynat, I’m curious to know what caught your interest? Recently I’m thinking of getting the Gabby (not yet decided on size but likely PM if it’s not too small). It’s a very pretty bag and I would like it in a light color (similar to H Craie/Beton). For H collectors, would love to know your thoughts about owning both brands - and any thoughts about comparing Gabby to the Kelly.
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Similar to Hermes, the craftsmanship of Moynat bags are superb and they are under the radar. They have excellent customer service and if they have a bag in stock, they will sell it to you. There is a nice range of casual to fanciful bags to choose from and it is so much easier to open and close a Moynat bag than an H (personal pet peeve). And the price!!!
I’m planning on visiting a Moynat store soon to check out their bags. Very curious as to how they will feel compared to my Kelly’s in particular. Accessibility is definitely a big plus! Although I have a great H SA, I’ve already collected my first quota bag for this year and barenia faubourg is next on my wishlist so I will have to look elsewhere for a light coloured bag. The Gabby seems like such a beautiful bag in pics but I have yet to see it in person.
I honestly don’t recall how I found out about Moynat but when I went to Paris once, I wanted to check out the bags in person before heading to Hermès, just to inspect the quality. What I saw, felt and experienced won me over immediately. Attentive SAs, high quality products, impeccable stitching, finest leathers and shapes and bags not everyone owns. The team gave me a tour and happily answered all questions with incredible patience. At that point I had already become sick of the games being played in my local H store (please note everyone is always nice to me at my store but my previous SA just tried to milk me). I had previously looked for preloved Moynat bags so was aware they would not hold their value that well, but still decided to go with a Pauline during my first visit. I then purchased a box leather Gabrielle BB for around 50% off retail since I am fascinated by box calf. Something H can’t and won’t offer me and I am tired of investing hours looking for preloved box Kellys with palladium hardware. I got another Gabrielle BB afterwards and just ordered a Réjane which I cannot comment on as I am waiting for it to arrive. I have owned and sold around 6 Kellys. I adore them, but when I have them they just drive me crazy due to their closure. Although I will always keep one in my small collection, I have found the perfect alternative with the Gabrielle. Lovely colours to choose from, not impossible to get in rare leathers, easy to open and close, a comfortable, adjustable strap. I am also not as careful with it as with my H bags for some reason, so when I go out I usually just grab my box Gabrielle - it still looks pristine.
These have been posted before but the Paris store sent me pictures of the 23 Réjanes they have in stock (that size obviously only comes in special editions), but still wanted to share some eye candy in case someone is interested. I am not a fan of two-toned bags but these variations look so classy.
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Thanks for the detailed reply. So far I’m only attracted to the Gabby so looking to possibly add that to my collection. It’s good to hear that you find them a good alternative to the Kelly (although I do love the ones I have and no plans to let go).
I am definitely attracted to the option of getting a Moynat in a rare leather - hopefully offered in great colors too! (I love box but only have one Celine box bag in natural tan which I love but don’t use so much.) So far all my H bags are in common leathers of togo/clemence/swift.
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The last rejane is STUNNING!
My SA texted me today to update me on Gaby PM with GHW inventory In case anyone else is interested and there’s Chili, Black, Outremer (Nubuck) and Boreal Green (Nubuck). She also sent these pix so I could see Chili.
I am usually not keen on red with orange undertones but this one seems to have the exact right balance of both, I love it.The last rejane is STUNNING!
My SA texted me today to update me on Gaby PM with GHW inventory In case anyone else is interested and there’s Chili, Black, Outremer (Nubuck) and Boreal Green (Nubuck). She also sent these pix so I could see Chili. View attachment 4743520View attachment 4743521View attachment 4743522
I had read about the brand's history and relaunch and visited the Paris boutique shortly after it opened. I fell in love with the entire experience. The bags are incredibly well made, are unique and elegant designs, and the service is amazing. No games, mind or otherwise.
I love the Gaby and view it as a more modern top handle bag vs. the Kelly. There is a place for both in my wardrobe/lifestyle, and it makes me nuts to think that the K is more than 2x the price of the Gaby. The Gaby is also easier to get into.
They both can operate as "statement" bags - it just depends on the statement you are trying to make.
Thank you for the eye candy.
I am a huge Moynat fan, but for some reason the tri-color bags don’t work for me, either. They are interesting, and maybe they look different in person, but I’m not adventurous enough to carry one. I wish they would keep the number down to two colors- some contrasting colors bags and some complimentary color combinations bags.