Polène handbags
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I have a dix, and although I really like how it looks — both the shape and the color (mine is camel), I don’t think it is practical for everyday use for those who carries a little more than the essentials. I can fit my phone, small wallet, hand sanitizer, phone charger, and thats pretty much it. Something about the shape make it hold a lot less than it looks. I also have a mini neuf which at the first glance seems smaller than the dix, but ends up holding more.
Eek, this is what I was afraid of! To be fair I don’t carry much - phone, LV cardholder, keys, sunglasses, mini toiletry pouch, lip balm and mints! But I don’t want to be playing Tetris every time I need something from my bag. And the Hobo just isn’t as sleek in my opinion..
I think the lighter colors are just going to wash me out...I also wear almost entirely black or darker colors.
The Neuf and Huit in "Camel" just arrived for me and I am disappointed. I feel like the color just clashes with my wardrobe and skin tone, and I don't feel special at all wearing it. In comparison, the black ones make me feel so cool and elevated. But that's only one concern.
My second concern is the Neuf I got. I don't feel like this is camel? It doesn't seem to match the color on the website, and in fact, I feel like it's closer to cognac? It could just be me, what do you guys think?
My second concern is the Neuf I got. I don't feel like this is camel? It doesn't seem to match the color on the website, and in fact, I feel like it's closer to cognac? It could just be me, what do you guys think?
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Between the size concerns and the zipper, this is why I canceled my preorder. Unfortunately you can love a design but not love using it...
I have not tried the Dix yet, so please take my words with many many grains of salt. However, I did try the Umi and the zipper is quite stiff on such a structured bag, so I found it would scratch my hand every time I put my hand in. Everyone has certain things they like or don't like about purses, so I guess that's mine? This is why I stick to my Polene Neuf and Huit, and I'm planning on returning my Umi. However, I'm sure other people are fine with the zippers and don't like my favorites for various reasons. It's up to you to figure out what you like to use and what is practical for you.
Sharing my Spring Summer bag after contemplating for 2 months. Also eyeing these Zara sandals to match it. 
Oh the neuf really does look like cognac here. Maybe they've accidentally sent you the wrong color.
I agree with you that the camel color is not for everyone. It seems to be the most popular color but I don't see myself wearing it as someone who is a winter type and who has a very cool undertone. I also tend to go for my black bags rather than any other color.
I got the huit mini in burgundy and love how great it looks with black, white and denim. In the polene world the burgundy huit seems to be rather unpopular which I think is due to the washed out photos on their website.
Can I see your pictures of a burgundy Huit? I did consider burgundy because I wear a lot of black and jewel tones, but I'm not a big red person.
Also, do you have any of the white/gray polene bags? I have one in chalk coming and one in taupe coming, both from secondhand sellers. I'm just trying all of the polene colors.
It is not a true burgundy color.. It is more of an eggplant. Kind of a deep purple with a hint of red wine. I tried to take a few pictures but they do not represent the true color.
Maybe it is the camera or the lighting on my phone but the bag is really dark and does not have such a strong red undertone. You can see the real life color in this video here:
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Have been using my Black Dix on repeat and I LOVE IT. I bought the Dix together with the Un Nano and started using the Nano first. It was a great size and convenient causal bag and I started thinking maybe I did not have much use for the Dix. But then one day I took her out and it’s fast becoming my go to everyday bag I love how the straps dangle at the sides and how I can convert it easier from a baguette bag to a crossbody to suit diff styles / occasions. Yes, I can’t fit much inside due to the shape but it still works for me. The zip is not very easy to close, but I don’t find it scratchy when I reach in for my stuff. I tend to leave the zip open anyway because the bag closes up quite narrowly and no one is able to get in there without me knowing. SO HAPPY WITH IT!
I wish the un mini backpack come in this color!