Just posted this on the Numero Neuf chat, but wanted to post it here as well since this is the main chat 
I haven't been purchasing Polene lately, but the Umi has got me really excited (Already bit the bullet in the clay variant, will be back to post first impressions of it!)
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[Numero Neuf review:]
Just wanted to give a quick shoutout to this beautiful Numero Neuf in Taupe, a bag which I've owned since Dec 2020 and have loved so much ever since (It's currently my favourite bag in my collection!).
First off, the colour and model pics on Polene's website does not do this bag justice. In person, the neuf has a beautiful sheen (Just a very subtle glow) to its leather which gives it additional life. The leather is also incredible and of amazing quality, I always feel like I'm holding a pillow whenever I bring it out!
About the weight, it definitely feels light to me for a full leather bag, even when its fully stuffed with items. Regarding the size, I'm only 5"2 and was initially afraid that it'll overwhelm my frame. But it does not (Photo attached)!
The only cons I can think about for this bag would be:
1) The leather strap is practically useless because its so thin + I don't feel that it compliments the design on this bag (It's nicer on the crook of the arm)
2) Despite the size, the opening of the mouth can be quite cumbersome to get into because of the fold (I can't fit a book in unless I really squeeze!)
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Other than these minor cons, I encourage everyone to pick up this bag (Whatever colour, they're all so beautiful) because you will definitely not regret it ^_^
I haven't been purchasing Polene lately, but the Umi has got me really excited (Already bit the bullet in the clay variant, will be back to post first impressions of it!)
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[Numero Neuf review:]
Just wanted to give a quick shoutout to this beautiful Numero Neuf in Taupe, a bag which I've owned since Dec 2020 and have loved so much ever since (It's currently my favourite bag in my collection!).
First off, the colour and model pics on Polene's website does not do this bag justice. In person, the neuf has a beautiful sheen (Just a very subtle glow) to its leather which gives it additional life. The leather is also incredible and of amazing quality, I always feel like I'm holding a pillow whenever I bring it out!
About the weight, it definitely feels light to me for a full leather bag, even when its fully stuffed with items. Regarding the size, I'm only 5"2 and was initially afraid that it'll overwhelm my frame. But it does not (Photo attached)!
The only cons I can think about for this bag would be:
1) The leather strap is practically useless because its so thin + I don't feel that it compliments the design on this bag (It's nicer on the crook of the arm)
2) Despite the size, the opening of the mouth can be quite cumbersome to get into because of the fold (I can't fit a book in unless I really squeeze!)
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Other than these minor cons, I encourage everyone to pick up this bag (Whatever colour, they're all so beautiful) because you will definitely not regret it ^_^
The Neuf is one of my favorite bags too. It definitely can compete against my LV or 
. I agree with you in every single point. The color taupe is amazing, just bought the Douze Mini in Taupe a few days ago and was a little bit worried that it wouldn’t go well with darker winter colors and clothes. But it fits very nicely into my wardrobe. Couldn’t be happier
. But out of all my Polène bags (Un Nano, Neuf, Dix, Douze Mini), the Neuf is my favorite. 
I was wondering if anyone has purchased Poléne‘s newest release, the Umi bag? I‘m thinking about pulling the trigger and would love your thoughts!