Official MOYNAT Thread

[bagnut1]

Dear @JolieS; I am sorry to hear about your negative experience with Rejane, I guess I am not the only one with the problem. It is very unfortunate because the bag itself is gorgeous and the quality very good. I am baffled because when it comes to high end luxury items, everything about the design should be impeccable. It is not enough to make a beautiful bag, it has to be functional as well (not too heavy, easy to carry and something of absolutely most importance- easy to open). And somebody like MR. Arnault (who has been a luxury fashion mogul for years; and the biggest in the world) and his Moynat team should have known better. Maybe they should have taken lessons from Chanel, the clasps on CF are not only beautifully designed but extremely functional as well. When I first saw Rajene on Moynat website, I liked the look of it so much, I was going to buy at least 5 different bags (in different colors), maybe even 10 eventually. Needless to say, it is never going to happen.
I completely understand that you decided to give your Rejane away. I wonder what other ladies do? Do they walk around with an opened bag? That's what I do, I don't like doing it but it is the only way for me to be able to use the bag occasionally.

I have never had any issues with the PM.

The BB (and later even smaller) size was at the end of Ramesh's tenure and it always seemed to me introduced late in the line not because he thought it was a sensible design extension, but because he was pressured to respond to the mini bag trend. It doesn't surprise me that there are issues with the clasp/flap function.

At least in the PM and MM(original) sizes the flap and clasp are nicely proportional and work well. That said the flap is quite large/deep (that is the "look" of the bag), so if that doesn't appeal to you then the bag is not for you.

 

[JolieS]

I have never had any issues with the PM.

The BB (and later even smaller) size was at the end of Ramesh's tenure and it always seemed to me introduced late in the line not because he thought it was a sensible design extension, but because he was pressured to respond to the mini bag trend. It doesn't surprise me that there are issues with the clasp/flap function.

At least in the PM and MM(original) sizes the flap and clasp are nicely proportional and work well. That said the flap is quite large/deep (that is the "look" of the bag), so if that doesn't appeal to you then the bag is not for you.

Glad that the Rejane works for you. In looking at my records, I bought the PM (I mistakenly called it mini as it was definitely part of the mini bag trend at the time) in November 2017. It just didn’t suit me or my lifestyle at all - my mistake for not thinking the purchase through. The Peter Nitz Laurin bag has a similar vibe to the Rejane, but is far more ergonomic and easy to use IMO, with quality equal to or better than Moynat, and customization possible.

 

[bagnut1]

Glad that the Rejane works for you. In looking at my records, I bought the PM (I mistakenly called it mini as it was definitely part of the mini bag trend at the time) in November 2017. It just didn’t suit me or my lifestyle at all - my mistake for not thinking the purchase through. The Peter Nitz Laurin bag has a similar vibe to the Rejane, but is far more ergonomic and easy to use IMO, with quality equal to or better than Moynat, and customization possible.

Oh so glad to hear you are liking the Laurin - a Nitz bag is next on my list.

I too have made many the mistaken bag purchase! It's a journey......

 

[Hanna Wilson]

I have never had any issues with the PM.

The BB (and later even smaller) size was at the end of Ramesh's tenure and it always seemed to me introduced late in the line not because he thought it was a sensible design extension, but because he was pressured to respond to the mini bag trend. It doesn't surprise me that there are issues with the clasp/flap function.

At least in the PM and MM(original) sizes the flap and clasp are nicely proportional and work well. That said the flap is quite large/deep (that is the "look" of the bag), so if that doesn't appeal to you then the bag is not for you.

I am new to the Moynat world, so could you please explain PM, BB and MM? The Rejane I have is a medium size I believe (Width about 12 ", Depth 5" and Height 9"). I am surprised to hear (but happy for you) that clasps on your Rejane bags work well, it is so bad with mine that I literally hurt my fingers trying to open it I am wondering could it be a defective batch of clasps and mine happened to be from that batch?

 

[bagnut1]

I am new to the Moynat world, so could you please explain PM, BB and MM? The Rejane I have is a medium size I believe (Width about 12 ", Depth 5" and Height 9"). I am surprised to hear (but happy for you) that clasps on your Rejane bags work well, it is so bad with mine that I literally hurt my fingers trying to open it I am wondering could it be a defective batch of clasps and mine happened to be from that batch?

The dimensions of the Rejane line are on Moynat's website for comparison. The MM has been discontinued.

If you bought the bag before around March 2020 I would be very surprised to find any defects. Since then (after Ramesh) anything goes.

 

[Mousy]

Ramesh’s latest IG story tells of his appreciation for Degermann leathers, calling the leather the finest in the world. Degermann was acquired by Chanel a few short years ago. And then, the next post mentions Tanneries Haas. Hermès is a Tanneries Haas client, yet Chanel has invested into this tannery as well. He commented ‘Our leather’. Hmmmmmm. He doesn’t seem like the Chanel type of designer, but the cryptic clues have interesting links to Chanel, and perhaps Hermès. Something French?!?! Any ideas? I’ll ask again, soon. Right now he’s mourning his beloved pet.

 

[Hanna Wilson]

The dimensions of the Rejane line are on Moynat's website for comparison. The MM has been discontinued.

If you bought the bag before around March 2020 I would be very surprised to find any defects. Since then (after Ramesh) anything goes.

I bought my Rejane not too long ago, so I guess it makes sense that the clasp is a disaster (other than that the bag is perfect, the inside of the bag reminds me of Delvaux). Sad to hear that the brand is not doing so well under Nightly.

 

[Mousy]

I bought my Rejane not too long ago, so I guess it makes sense that the clasp is a disaster (other than that the bag is perfect, the inside of the bag reminds me of Delvaux). Sad to hear that the brand is not doing so well under Nightly.

I’m sorry to read about the clasp. What’s up with the clasp? I’ve never seen it in person, so I am curious how it malfunctions.

 

[Hanna Wilson]

What’s up with the clasp?

It is extremely difficult to open Almost impossible.

 

[kipp]

A couple of things:
1) I have a Rejane and I have no trouble with my clasp (it takes some getting used to). I love this bag.
As @bagnut1 mentioned, I wouldn't be surprised if something was off with any bag that was made post Ramesh, and especially one of Ramesh's designs...

2) I'm currently in NYC and briefly walked through the Moynat area of SFA---Curtis wasn't there at that time but I spoke to one of the SA's and told her that I wasn't that crazy about Knightly's designs (and that I felt badly for her and the SA's that were trying to sell them). And she told me that they were hearing that all the time and that they were hopeful that new fall designs would be better...

Obviously I do not know how well the marketing plan and sales are doing elsewhere but I really don't have high hopes for this brand going forward successfully.

 

[kipp]

Ramesh’s latest IG story tells of his appreciation for Degermann leathers, calling the leather the finest in the world. Degermann was acquired by Chanel a few short years ago. And then, the next post mentions Tanneries Haas. Hermès is a Tanneries Haas client, yet Chanel has invested into this tannery as well. He commented ‘Our leather’. Hmmmmmm. He doesn’t seem like the Chanel type of designer, but the cryptic clues have interesting links to Chanel, and perhaps Hermès. Something French?!?! Any ideas? I’ll ask again, soon. Right now he’s mourning his beloved pet.

I saw this, too, on Ramesh's IG stories and wondered what it meant. Crossing fingers that it means something good!

 

[Christofle]

I saw this, too, on Ramesh's IG stories and wondered what it meant. Crossing fingers that it means something good!

I know Delvaux has a new creative director but I don’t think they announced who it is yet…

 

[Mousy]

A couple of things:
1) I have a Rejane and I have no trouble with my clasp (it takes some getting used to). I love this bag.
As @bagnut1 mentioned, I wouldn't be surprised if something was off with any bag that was made post Ramesh, and especially one of Ramesh's designs...

2) I'm currently in NYC and briefly walked through the Moynat area of SFA---Curtis wasn't there at that time but I spoke to one of the SA's and told her that I wasn't that crazy about Knightly's designs (and that I felt badly for her and the SA's that were trying to sell them). And she told me that they were hearing that all the time and that they were hopeful that new fall designs would be better...

Obviously I do not know how well the marketing plan and sales are doing elsewhere but I really don't have high hopes for this brand going forward successfully.

I’m sorry to read about Moynat’s issues. I truly love the brand and it saddens me that a few changes can make such a difference.
I suspect the European market has cooled, too. Perhaps their attention towards the Far East (youth) market is paying off.
Seeing flaws, and reading about quality issues, is discerning. I hope Arnault, Sr. takes Moynat away from Jr. and the LVMH Group and saves it.

 

[Mousy]

New change purse with new typeface
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Thank you for the photos. Did you notice anything on the orange coin purse? I could be wrong, but if it is a missed stitch or uneven stitch, this would’ve never passed inspection two years ago.

 

[Tonimichelle]

Ramesh’s latest IG story tells of his appreciation for Degermann leathers, calling the leather the finest in the world. Degermann was acquired by Chanel a few short years ago. And then, the next post mentions Tanneries Haas. Hermès is a Tanneries Haas client, yet Chanel has invested into this tannery as well. He commented ‘Our leather’. Hmmmmmm. He doesn’t seem like the Chanel type of designer, but the cryptic clues have interesting links to Chanel, and perhaps Hermès. Something French?!?! Any ideas? I’ll ask again, soon. Right now he’s mourning his beloved pet.

I’m not 100% sure, but I think Degermann Tanneries may also be used by Moreau. I’ve been stalking them a bit as also a smaller more under the radar house. Off topic but I absolutely loved their Baranil leather 49 Faubourg when I visited the boutique!