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That is an excellent word to describe the Polene Numero Un. While being elegant, dressy and unique, it is very carefree. I am eager to get my second one. I spent the last few months selling, gifting or trading bags that were duplicates and vowing not to get more than one of any new bag. I like this bag so much I am breaking my own rule.
Those caramel leather color tones are to die for!!
I too reached out to Polene months ago about buying the smooth black Numero Un as I really don't care for their pebbled leather in the photos I've seen (the grain looks *too* pebbly to me for some reason, and I don't like that), and they told me the same thing - it's out of production and won't be back, which is a disappointment. I'm hoping that with multiple people asking, they'll reconsider in due time, but it definitely doesn't seem to be a miscommunication, sadly. Unfortunate because that's been the only thing holding me back from pulling the trigger on a Polene bag! May give in anyway and purchase another in time, I just like the look of smooth leather so much more.
Ugh I was hoping that wasn't the case. I wonder why they continue to leave the smooth leather version on the website then and list it out of stock if they don't intend to produce it anymore? I was also interested in the smooth leather black wallet that is also out of stock so I assume that one may not be coming back either. Seems like they are moving towards the pebble leather as the main material for the bags. I couldn't find even a Numero Un Mini in the smooth leather and all of the Numero Trois bags that feature smooth leather are out of stock too.
Right? It's a disappointment. I know the trio camel/caramel bag has some smooth leather at least, but still, it's not like the smooth black, which was much more "classic" to me. Sad that I missed it! Honestly, I think it's down to the fact that they're just not that on top of updating their stock page. Other bags along the sidebar (the number three for instance, which I would consider due to the smooth leather!) haven't been restocked since last fall, nor has it been removed, oddly. I get the feeling that they're a bit overwhelmed to keep up with everything at the moment. They need some better website management! I get that the pebbled leather is more durable and lots of people prefer that, but I wish they'd at least give us an option between the two, if only in a few bags. Variety is a good thing, Polene! Like you, I've considered the croc too, but I'm afraid it'd be seen as too much of a "mom bag," due to my mother carrying an awful croc bag when I was younger. Might be a subjective thing, though.
Do you know if the Numero Un in the smooth black has been out of stock for awhile? I only just discovered this brand a few weeks ago. I'd also consider the Trio Black but I think the suede would be too delicate and I hate the look of suede once it starts pilling which is why I considered the croc... I already have 3 MJ black pebbled bags with gold hardware so adding the full pebbled one from Polene that doesn't have any distinct differences seems repetitive. I just don't LOVE the suede, ya know?
I do! Since last October, which was when I was going to purchase it as a birthday gift to myself. Was so annoyed! The brand is wonderful and their designs so unique, everyone speaks to the quality, but I haven't been able to jump on the bandwagon yet as I can't find anything I like quite as much as the look of that. I also considered the Trio Black, but I think I'd want to carry it too much for the delicacy of the suede, like you said... I just cannot see that wearing well with me, because I don't like to baby my bags. Too much work for something you want to get the mileage out of, you know? Exactly! I have pebbled leather black bags too, it seems a lot of money for something similar to what I already own. Suede scares me too much, sigh. Maybe eventually I will get past my croc block, because these bags are really so pretty. Just wish I could get exactly what I wanted. Especially because it reminds me so much of the MG Lady bag I've been coveting for about 2 years, but more practical (the snaps vs that flimsy drawstring!).
Thank you for this, southernbelle, that's very informative. I have a feeling I'll probably give in for the tri color camel if they don't bring back the smooth leather this year (which I very much doubt they will at this point). It's just too pretty! And I honestly think the leather quality is probably superior to MG, from some of what I've read. I do own one MG bag and it's beautiful and I'd never part with it, but the Polene's quality seems a bit more durable (from what I've seen, at least!).
I have only had mine for a week or so, but so far I am really impressed with the quality of the bag.
Do you have the full pebbled black bag (as opposed to suede or croc)? The black croc was my second pick if the smooth leather wasn't available as I like how it has the pebbled leather for durability... I just own SO many bags that are full pebbled leather in black that I feel like I should go for the croc. But then I'm like, is croc classic enough or is it just trendy for now? First world purse lover problems... I think I'm just looking for reassurance that I should get it.
Croc bags have been around for 50 years or more and I don’t see them ever going away. They reek of classic. And have you checked out the thread “ just because its designer doesn’t make it good.” If this is the Trend, then there is gong to be a revolution before long, lol. I have the full pebbled bag.
