I know a few of us on here use smaller dust bags to hold items that might scratch the interior, including keys. Even with my LV 6 ring key holder the bottom portion of my car key hangs out enough that it would potentially scratch the interior. Shoe dust bags have worked the best for me so far. Hope that helps!
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I know a few of us on here use smaller dust bags to hold items that might scratch the interior, including keys. Even with my LV 6 ring key holder the bottom portion of my car key hangs out enough that it would potentially scratch the interior. Shoe dust bags have worked the best for me so far. Hope that helps!
I never put anything directly inside the bags lined with the beige lambskin. Depending on the size of the bag it's either my regular bag organizer or a smaller nylon cosmetic pouch to corral everything and keep the lining from scratches/dirt/etc.
You are singing my tune. The beautiful leather inside Moynat bags looks so ripe for trouble that I am forever looking for ways to keep it pristine for as long as humanly possible. I have tried a variety of different inserts from a variety of sources and vendors and, surpringly, my favorite for both my Rejane and Gabrielle bags (both PM) is the cheapest one…from Amazon of all places.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B092TDPMQ6/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
here are a couple pics with the insert inside:
It is not perfect, but here are the reasons I like these liners for these particular bags the best:
1. I DID NOT WANT A STIFF INSERT FOR THESE MOYNATS. Felt inserts are great to help retain bag structure but sometimes they can actually distort the natural shape of a bag. I did not feel that such structural support was necessary for the Rejane and Gabrielle so instead I sought out a softer insert so I would not risk distorting the natural, graceful inward curves on the sides of these bags. These inserts are just right - they are stiff enough that they hug the sides of the bag without wilting inward but not so stiff that they could deform the structure.
2. VELVET/SUEDE INSERTS ARE MORE LUXURIOUS. Quite simply, they look and feel nicer than felt. I struggle every time I stick a felt insert inside a luxury bag - I do it when necessary but I still associate felt with my grade school art projects. Lol. Felt seems like the antithesis of luxury in my mind.
3. NO COLOR TRANSFER. So far I have not seen any color transfer at all from the inserts onto the interior leather (obviously a light colored liner is critical since the leather liner is so light).
4. DECENT QUALITY. I have two of these and they both seem well made with straight stitching, no loose threads, etc. Given the low price this surprised me a bit.
All of the above being said, these are not perfect. Most notably, as you can see in the third photo, they are a little short so quite a bit of that beautiful, vulnerable light colored leather is still exposed. If the dimensions were an inch or two taller these liners would be that much better.
I also have a Josephine bag and I have used both felt and velvet inserts in that one, depending on whether I wantEd a slouchy look or not. That bag is larger and is a more standard size so inserts are much easier to come by for that model. The Gabrielle and Rejane PMs are pretty tiny so that was a taller order.
I prefer using inserts because I like to know that I can throw “whatever” into my bag without worrying about what it is made of or whether or not I have a pouch or holder for it. That being said, I noticed you also mentioned using key holders…I do that too, in part to protect my bags but also because it keeps my keys more orderly (I’m starting to think I am a bit OCD!). I have been using a Gucci key holder for awhile which has been great for me, but I recently bought the Hermès Bearn, which might be better if you have slightly longer keys as the holder is a bit longer - see photos (the Bearn can be rather elusive though for some reason - it took me a while until I could finally get my hands on one). Here are photos of those two, side by side.
Sorry, that was probably a LOT more information than you wanted, but hopefully at least some of it will help. I really searched for a long time for inserts for these two bags before I finally settled on this particular one. I am finally satisfied. So if you happen to own the same sized bags at least I might have saved you a little leg work!
good luck!
I have to share my joy here for my early arrived SO Gaby!! It’s in PM size and Prussian blue. I’m finally in the Moynat family after eyeing the brand for long!!
Please let me know if mod photos are wanted
Happy to bombard.
Please let me know if mod photos are wanted
Happy to bombard.
Beautiful!! Congrats on your new bag and please bombard us!I have to share my joy here for my early arrived SO Gaby!! It’s in PM size and Prussian blue. I’m finally in the Moynat family after eyeing the brand for long!!
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I can't stop laughing because I realize the only thing I put directly into my bags is my face
Moynat leather smells amazing. AMAZING.
...you all know what I mean
Yes please on the mod shots as I may want to order a similar bag. I have the mini, but this size is next on my list.I have to share my joy here for my early arrived SO Gaby!! It’s in PM size and Prussian blue. I’m finally in the Moynat family after eyeing the brand for long!!
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I was just trying to track down where Ramesh Nair’s creative inspiration has taken him… has anyone heard of MilkyBlack Paris? He is now the Artistic Director?
https://fr.linked-in.com/in/ramesh-nair-9440125
https://fr.linked-in.com/in/ramesh-nair-9440125
I was thinking the same exact thing yesterday. What is MilkyBlack? I’ve never heard that name before. What kind of company is it?
. You are absolutely right! The smell of Moynat leather is intoxicatingI can't stop laughing because I realize the only thing I put directly into my bags is my face
Moynat leather smells amazing. AMAZING.
...you all know what I mean
Here are some mod photos.
I’m 158cm and have the strap buckled at the shortest length. This Gaby means very special to me as I confirmed the SO on the day I found out I was pregnant!!! It was expected to arrive around the time as the baby’s born. Now it comes early and becomes sister Gaby
Moynat might be just another lux brand to some others but then here’s a special bond between us. Happy to share this little story with you. I just can’t believe a bag can mean so much to me. It sounds crazy!!!
I’m 158cm and have the strap buckled at the shortest length. This Gaby means very special to me as I confirmed the SO on the day I found out I was pregnant!!! It was expected to arrive around the time as the baby’s born. Now it comes early and becomes sister Gaby
Moynat might be just another lux brand to some others but then here’s a special bond between us. Happy to share this little story with you. I just can’t believe a bag can mean so much to me. It sounds crazy!!!
It is a very nice bag! I was never a huge fan of Gaby because of its slouchiness, but your Gaby is beautiful, not very slouchy at all. Beautiful color too. And what a lovely personal storyHere are some mod photos.
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I’m 158cm and have the strap buckled at the shortest length. This Gaby means very special to me as I confirmed the SO on the day I found out I was pregnant!!! It was expected to arrive around the time as the baby’s born. Now it comes early and becomes sister Gaby
Here are some mod photos.
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I’m 158cm and have the strap buckled at the shortest length. This Gaby means very special to me as I confirmed the SO on the day I found out I was pregnant!!! It was expected to arrive around the time as the baby’s born. Now it comes early and becomes sister Gaby
What a special bag - I love the colour. I thought that the Gaby was going to be discontinued. Was this special made?
Thank you savoy85, bagnut1, and hillsidegirl! Super helpful! The leather inside is soooo soft and nice, I’d be so sad if I somehow messed it up. For now I guess I’ll dig up some old dustbags to use until I can get a better liner. I have the Gaby bb so it’s pretty small and I’m not sure any existing organizer type things will fit in it. I’ll also probably get a key holder.