I’ll report back once I’ve had a chance to wear it, I’m in England and we’re still in lockdown here so I don’t think I’ll get to go anywhere for another couple of months yet I wouldn’t say the bag is heavy with nothing in it, just that the chain is a good solid chain with some weight to it but when I tried it on I didn’t find it heavy, but that was with nothing in it. However I do travel light so I wouldn’t expect it to get too heavy I just don’t wear chain bags full stop with a vest top or if I’m out and about all day. I’m waffling and not helping but I shall report back after using!That's a real shame @Julija and @MsKaren
I was hoping people were just exaggerating or they're just overstuffing their bags or something but I guess not. Personally I don't carry much - just keys, credit card (no wallet) and a mask, but if it's already heavy and uncomfortable with nothing in it then maybe it's not worth spending over 500aud. I don't like to buy anything that's not practical.
In that case, I may get another nano (in lilac vs my current burgundy nano) because I already know how lightweight and easy to wear it is. The choice was between a mini or another nano.
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I don’t find the chain uncomfortable but I do find it hard to get it to stay on my shoulder when I have a jacket on! I think it might be easier in summer when I just have a t-shirt etc.
I just ordered the Numéro Huit in Fresh Almond! I was enchanted by that color, I had to go for it rather than one of the more practical shades lol can’t wait to get it! I used to hate bucket bags and now I’m so into them
I like the Fresh Almond color, but I'm worried about color transfer... Can anyone who has it tell me if that's a problem? Am I being paranoid?
FWIW when I wear my mini over a jacket, sweater, or denim jacket the chain doesn’t hurt me. It bothers me when I wear a tshirt or strapless top or dress.
Hmm that still probably wouldn't work for me because I Iive in Australia and there aren't a lot of reasons to wear jackets
I sometimes get bruises from leather straps and bags that aren't even heavy, so maybe a mini wouldn't be that enjoyable to wear. I imagine wearing it crossbody would make it more uncomfortable? So yeah, this is kind of convincing me to get another nano instead but let's see how @MsKaren finds her mini when she eventually gets to wear it. Such a long lockdown in England, I really hope the numbers go well because being shut away again for months (again) is just...ugh. I hope you're doing okay @MsKaren!
My lilac Nano arrived today! First impression is the color is actually more beautiful in person and I couldn’t really capture it well on camera. It is not a true lilac, more of a very beautiful mauve color. Muted but not completely neutral. This more first Nano; I have a standard Un and the Mini already. Size wise, I wish it was a bit bigger, as it is small for my proportions, but I love that it has the leather strap because I just find the chain on the Mini difficult to wear and heavy. I am going to take some shots in natural light tomorrow, as it was already dark when it arrived.
Wow! Congrats!! It is small but it's so convenient for just going out and about, carrying the essentials. Very lightweight and easy to wear! Idk about everyone else but I keep the snaps open on my nano at all times because my hand can't fit in there when they're done up. But you really can fit a lot of stuff inside.
The colour is quite different from the pics online, which showed it as kind of a pale pink beige colour. Can't wait to see natural light pics - these bags tend to look so different depending on the lighting.
Ah thank you yes I’m ok but really getting fed up being pretty much confined to the house all the time, the weather is starting to gradually improve though so that’s helping and I’ve been getting out for walks. I almost didn’t buy the bag because it just felt so pointless but then decided no I need a treat and it’s given me something to look forward to using when I am able. Fingers crossed this will all start to become just a memory for all of us soon. I adore Australia btw, have visited 3 times and my wedding was there, I know you guys have had some tough restrictions too but hope that it’s improved a lot! XHmm that still probably wouldn't work for me because I Iive in Australia and there aren't a lot of reasons to wear jackets
Hi guys. Somewhat new here.
i just purchased the numero 1 backpack in cognac because I thought it looked beautiful and would be easier upkeep than the lighter shade (caramel I think is the name?). But now with summer coming, I’m wondering if maybe I should have gone lighter. Even though to me the darker seems more luxe.
would love input. I assume I can still reach out to change the order if need be since it just went through.
tia!
i just purchased the numero 1 backpack in cognac because I thought it looked beautiful and would be easier upkeep than the lighter shade (caramel I think is the name?). But now with summer coming, I’m wondering if maybe I should have gone lighter. Even though to me the darker seems more luxe.
would love input. I assume I can still reach out to change the order if need be since it just went through.
tia!
Yes hopefully they open things up so you can enjoy the spring/summer weather! And your Polene bag is great because the colour looks like it would work in any season, any outfit. It will definitely get compliments.
We did a strict lockdown initially last year and had a few smaller ones after that but Sydney especially has been pretty lucky and things are going back to normal other than the fact that most workplaces have decided to downsize their office and just have people come in 2-3 days a week. It's starting to feel almost normal!
Welcome! I personally think cognac is a beautiful colour and I am eyeing some cognac bags myself. I have also considered caramel and tan. For the leather upkeep, I don't think there is a big difference. They are both the grained leather, which seems to be quite durable and scratch-resistant. And I don't think caramel would discolour necessarily, as it is still a brown bag. As for caramel being more of a summer colour, I honestly think both shades of brown can be worn year-round. Caramel and cognac are both neutrals, so I don't think you need to change bags just for that reason. Like I think if you were wearing all light summer colours + a cognac backpack it wouldn't look weird at all! I don't think getting caramel instead would make a huge difference. But of course you should choose whichever one you love more
