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Someone just sent me a message asking how my Polene No 1 in red has stood up over the last few months. While I love the colour and the shape of the bag, I have only worn it for two weekends. I just can't warm up to the leather and I am finding the size a bit awkward. I'm really not a hand carry girl; I prefer having a shoulder strap option on my bags even if I don't use it all the time. The stiffness of the handle makes it poke it somewhat when carrying on the shoulder. It's also a bit bigger than I had realized, and I'm a size 12-14 (most definitely a 14 post-holiday).
So I think it's time to find my Polene a new home. I don't sell bags but I will probably donate it with a couple of others that I'm just not wearing. I have close to 20 bags now and really only rotate through perhaps a dozen of them. I wear this bag in the same casual way I would wear my Speedy B 25 and I vastly prefer that bag. It's smaller, holds a ton, I like the way it feels and the handles drop down when I shoulder carry it.
I made a mistake with this one; it's not for me. I thought it was only fair to come back on and let you know that it hasn't worked out for me. Glad that everyone else seems to be enjoying their though.
So I think it's time to find my Polene a new home. I don't sell bags but I will probably donate it with a couple of others that I'm just not wearing. I have close to 20 bags now and really only rotate through perhaps a dozen of them. I wear this bag in the same casual way I would wear my Speedy B 25 and I vastly prefer that bag. It's smaller, holds a ton, I like the way it feels and the handles drop down when I shoulder carry it.
I made a mistake with this one; it's not for me. I thought it was only fair to come back on and let you know that it hasn't worked out for me. Glad that everyone else seems to be enjoying their though.
I've just joined the Polene-Paris club. Number One in Monochrome Grey.
So far, so good! See my latest video on it. Link below.
So far, so good! See my latest video on it. Link below.
Still no tracking information despite multiple emails ... DHL still has no record of a package coming to my address.
Decided to call my credit card company and dispute the case due to lack of customer service and no evidence that a package was actually sent. I was really hopeful that Polene's CS would pull through, but my bag was ordered 12/16/18 with promise for delivery by Christmas... We are a week into the New Year without any luck getting a good answer from Polene. Understandably they are a rapidly growing company, but this is pure customer neglect.
This experience deterred me from ever ordering again. I would not recommend this company as they clearly do not value their customers! Buyer beware!
Decided to call my credit card company and dispute the case due to lack of customer service and no evidence that a package was actually sent. I was really hopeful that Polene's CS would pull through, but my bag was ordered 12/16/18 with promise for delivery by Christmas... We are a week into the New Year without any luck getting a good answer from Polene. Understandably they are a rapidly growing company, but this is pure customer neglect.
This experience deterred me from ever ordering again. I would not recommend this company as they clearly do not value their customers! Buyer beware!
You really should sell it on Ebay. That's how I bought mine, and as the company is too young for fakes to be out there, you should sell it quickly to someone not wanting a hassle of buying on line from their Paris base.Someone just sent me a message asking how my Polene No 1 in red has stood up over the last few months. While I love the colour and the shape of the bag, I have only worn it for two weekends. I just can't warm up to the leather and I am finding the size a bit awkward. I'm really not a hand carry girl; I prefer having a shoulder strap option on my bags even if I don't use it all the time. The stiffness of the handle makes it poke it somewhat when carrying on the shoulder. It's also a bit bigger than I had realized, and I'm a size 12-14 (most definitely a 14 post-holiday).
So I think it's time to find my Polene a new home. I don't sell bags but I will probably donate it with a couple of others that I'm just not wearing. I have close to 20 bags now and really only rotate through perhaps a dozen of them. I wear this bag in the same casual way I would wear my Speedy B 25 and I vastly prefer that bag. It's smaller, holds a ton, I like the way it feels and the handles drop down when I shoulder carry it.
I made a mistake with this one; it's not for me. I thought it was only fair to come back on and let you know that it hasn't worked out for me. Glad that everyone else seems to be enjoying their though.
Hi! I've been considering buying the Polene Numero Un and would love some insight on a few things
-I'd be using this as an everyday bag- could this fit a water bottle/book/thin cardigan?
- At the same time, I'm only 5'1" and am worried this would look too big on my frame
- So hard to pick a color, but I'm curious about the Trio Terre de Sienne. Online it looks quite neutral/nice brick tint but from what I've seen the color can differ in person and I'm wondering if this might be too orange.
- For the US, is the $400 bag + $25 shipping inclusive of all costs or are there additional taxes?
Thanks for any feedback!
-I'd be using this as an everyday bag- could this fit a water bottle/book/thin cardigan?
- At the same time, I'm only 5'1" and am worried this would look too big on my frame
- So hard to pick a color, but I'm curious about the Trio Terre de Sienne. Online it looks quite neutral/nice brick tint but from what I've seen the color can differ in person and I'm wondering if this might be too orange.
- For the US, is the $400 bag + $25 shipping inclusive of all costs or are there additional taxes?
Thanks for any feedback!
You can definitely fit a water bottle, paperback book, and maybe a thin sweater, if you don't have a huge amount of other items--wallet, makeup bag, etc. I don't believe this bag is meant to be a tote full time. However, with the snaps open, it does hold quite a bit.
Now--your height: I might be hesitant at your height, as this is a big bag! I think certain large bags look great on a shorter person, while others don't. Possibly you could find a similar size/shape bag in a store, and see if you like the size on you.
Here is my bag, and I am 5'6". I think bags do not seem as large when hand carried vs. on the shoulder.
Since I bought mine on Ebay, I cannot help on the total cost. Good luck!
When I ordered mine. I just paid for the bag and shipping. No duty or taxes. I'm in the US for ref. I posted pics towards the beginning of this topic. Mine is currently in storage. But I got a ton of complements anytime I carried my number one.
I borrowed my friend's Numero Un for a day and can confirm it fits a lot (including a water bottle, hardcover book and a thin cardigan)! I posted a mini-review on my IG and if you go about halfway through, you'll see an example of what I fit inside.
Attached are 2 pics of me wearing the bag. For reference, I'm 5'2" and 100 lbs. I personally think it was a bit too big for me and my needs (the Numero Un Mini is more proportional for a petite gal) but regardless, I got a LOT of compliments the day I borrowed the bag. I asked my friends if they thought it was too big for me and I got a 50/50 response.
It all comes down personal taste and your needs! If you carry a lot of things, then this will fit it all. (But keep in mind that it will get heavy!)
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Such beautiful pics! And you confirm my thoughts---it does NOT look too large when hand carried, but does appear quite over- sized carried on the shoulder. Either way, that color is a head turner, especially with your outfit!I borrowed my friend's Numero Un for a day and can confirm it fits a lot (including a water bottle, hardcover book and a thin cardigan)! I posted a mini-review on my IG and if you go about halfway through, you'll see an example of what I fit inside.
Attached are 2 pics of me wearing the bag. For reference, I'm 5'2" and 100 lbs. I personally think it was a bit too big for me and my needs (the Numero Un Mini is more proportional for a petite gal) but regardless, I got a LOT of compliments the day I borrowed the bag. I asked my friends if they thought it was too big for me and I got a 50/50 response.
It all comes down personal taste and your needs! If you carry a lot of things, then this will fit it all. (But keep in mind that it will get heavy!)
I borrowed my friend's Numero Un for a day and can confirm it fits a lot (including a water bottle, hardcover book and a thin cardigan)! I posted a mini-review on my IG and if you go about halfway through, you'll see an example of what I fit inside.
Attached are 2 pics of me wearing the bag. For reference, I'm 5'2" and 100 lbs. I personally think it was a bit too big for me and my needs (the Numero Un Mini is more proportional for a petite gal) but regardless, I got a LOT of compliments the day I borrowed the bag. I asked my friends if they thought it was too big for me and I got a 50/50 response.
It all comes down personal taste and your needs! If you carry a lot of things, then this will fit it all. (But keep in mind that it will get heavy!)
Great review, thanks so much! Most of the time I use a small bag so I would use this when I'm out all day long shopping/traveling etc. I think I'll be happy with the tradeoff of it being a bit too big for me but able to fit more. Just need to figure out if Terre de Sienne is the right color!
Hey guys I need help from people who own this bag! I’ve only owned mine for 3 weeks but I keep noticing scratches and I’m generally extremely careful with my bags. Anyone else find the leather to be extra fragile?? It’s driving me crazy