Polène handbags

[poleneinblack]

Chalk White Polene Dix in snow.

 

[ann23]

At first glance I thought the camel and caramel were the same too. Regardless, the caramel looks to be a beautiful and very versatile colour.

I have a Un mini in grey which I purchased at the end of 2019 and it is definitely a warmer taupe colour (that I love). I understand there would be differences in colours between batches of the dyed leather but in your case it was definitely more than that.

Do you own a Un nano by any chance? How do you find the full sized Un compared to the mini? Is it a lot heavier/bulkier?

Hi, would you say which one is more accurate ro the un mini grey in person? The bottom one looks more brown (see vs the grey blazer!). While the top one looks more like the pic on the website.

Thanks!

 

[Punkey]

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Chalk White Polene Dix in snow.

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I would have guessed it's the Taupe as it looks darker than I expect the chalk to look against snow.

 

[ann23]

Beautiful Ecru Wished they carry more styles in that color.

Would you update on it? Any color transfer, and how about the smooth leather strap? And can it actually stand still on a table/flat surface?

Here is a quick photo from the chalk and ecru tonca in natural light to see the difference. Had to see the difference in real life so I ordered both. Under some light they are almost the same colour but you can see here the chalk undertones clearly. Both were flawless! I already returned the chalk, the ecru is so gorgeous creamy white color and the strap goes with it so perfectly.
About the return process: I asked the return via their website and choose the reason the color didn't suit me. They sent me the return label the same day.


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[m.maria]

Hi, would you say which one is more accurate ro the un mini grey in person? The bottom one looks more brown (see vs the grey blazer!). While the top one looks more like the pic on the website.

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Hi, would you say which one is more accurate ro the un mini grey in person? The bottom one looks more brown (see vs the grey blazer!). While the top one looks more like the pic on the website.

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Hope I can help you...the un mini is the grey and the Sept is the taupe, with indoor natural lighting.

 

[m.maria]

Hope I can help you...the un mini is the grey and the Sept is the taupe, with indoor natural lighting.

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And the neuf mini in chalk.

 

[Passerine123]

Glad it was helpful! I still think that Polene bags come at a great price for the overall quality of materials (leather, hardwear) and workmanship plus the unique designs in beautiful colors. But unfortunately you now have to check every new bag really well before taking off the tags.

Unfortunately, this is why I will buy Polene bags only in their store where I can look over the bag thoroughly before buying. I realize that’s not possible for most purchasers; Polene does need to improve customer responsiveness. IMO, they became so famous and popular so quickly that they don’t have as good a handle on the business and quality control side as they should.

 

[m.maria]

I must confess...I am polene addicted . My collection... huit mini in black, sept in taupe, un mini in grey, tonca in dune, neuf mini in chalk, un nano in burgundy.

 

[ann23]

Thank you so much, this is really helpful! I think the grey is not light enough for my liking but it’s pretty. I actually had Un Nano in Taupe that dor me was too grey that I sold it. Plus the strap squeaked that was annoying.

How do you like the Un Mini vs Neuf?

And the neuf mini in chalk.

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I must confess...I am polene addicted . My collection... huit mini in black, sept in taupe, un mini in grey, tonca in dune, neuf mini in chalk, un nano in burgundy. View attachment 5681900

Beautiful! Wow your dune looks so pink. I think most pics of it I’ve seen are pretty washed out compared to this.

 

[WindN]

I must confess...I am polene addicted . My collection... huit mini in black, sept in taupe, un mini in grey, tonca in dune, neuf mini in chalk, un nano in burgundy. View attachment 5681900

Beautiful collection!

 

[Jereni]

Hi! The leather on Polene bags is pretty stiff and rough to the touch when you put them out of the box. It lacks shine because it's very matte and when I received my first piece over an year ago I was meh too.
The reason why I was so underwhelmed is because I have always been into smooth leather bags (Ferragamo mainly) but their downside is that they are really delicate and prone to showing scratches and wear to the corners. My mommy time bags always consisted of no name bags, Longchamp or of LV canvas pieces but now that I have been using Polene bags for a while I am definitely appreciating the qualities of a matte and rough leather: they are a sort of superhero bags looking damn good
They don't easily show scratches, they can be poured or taken outside with a poor weather and still look great, they have survived playground afternoons and dirty little hands with just a refreshing touch of (many!) baby wipes.
I just compared my Sept leather to the leather used by Celine for both the Sangle and the Belt. Even though Celine leather is def more pliable and the lining inside is more thick they both lack that marvellous shine and that great smell of freshly new LV vachetta or of Ferragamo soft leather. My H Evie in Togo and H belts in Epsom are very matte and dry too, just to say.
For an evening out/ weekend away without the babies I would still consider to have with me one of my vintage Ferragamo pieces plus either the Belt or the Evelyne for the day but for regular everyday life (work, family time) my best bet is Polene right now.
They look damn great, the care for the details is magnificent, the price is great and the leather, even if it is not a premium one, is robust enough for my needs.

I loved your review - this rings true for me as well. For me Polene bags aren’t necessarily the ‘greatest thing ever’, but for their price points they are pretty well made, wonderfully stylish, and the pebbled and textured leather is durable.

I prefer smooth leather in general, and would love a nano Un or a mini Sept in a smooth leather, but it seems they are doing smooth leather much more rarely these days. I do appreciate that I feel like I can wear my pebbled leather mini Neuf in most any weather and it’s bulletproof. It took a bit of a beating at times when we went to Norway in August and still looks pristine.

Thank you so much for the review. I also had my eye on the Dix in either chalk or olive. Did you manage to get a picture of it by any chance?

I didn’t see it in olive and forgot to take a photo of the chalk sadly. The store got really busy soon after they brought the Dix bags out to me and I felt flustered. Also my phone sort of takes crap photos when it comes to representing bag color.

Here’s me holding the Dix in the darker green, but there’s pics of this bag upthread that capture the color much better. The color is more saturated / pleasing than it looks here.

 

[Jereni]

I must confess...I am polene addicted . My collection... huit mini in black, sept in taupe, un mini in grey, tonca in dune, neuf mini in chalk, un nano in burgundy. View attachment 5681900

Gorgeous collection! You should share this in the Polene family thread!

 

[m.maria]

Thank you so much, this is really helpful! I think the grey is not light enough for my liking but it’s pretty. I actually had Un Nano in Taupe that dor me was too grey that I sold it. Plus the strap squeaked that was annoying.

How do you like the Un Mini vs Neuf?

I haven't had any issues with the bags. In my opinion the taupe is warmer, neutral and versatile, the grey has colder undertones.
According un mini and neuf mini, I would say the mini neuf has slightly more space than the un mini, but the opening of the un is more comfortable. I use both as everyday bags and I am very happy with them.

Gorgeous collection! You should share this in the Polene family thread!

Thank you! I try to shoot better photos.

Beautiful! Wow your dune looks so pink. I think most pics of it I’ve seen are pretty washed out compared to this.

Thank you. I took the photos with my phone, but i think the color is right reflected.

 

[mkirs12]

Hey everyone! I really want to purchase a mini huit in taupe as I feel it could match everything, but every single picture I’ve seen makes it look like a light gray with no warmth. If anyone has what they feel is a true photo of the taupe color, can you pretty please send a pic?

Would also love for Polene to come out with more fun colors in the huit!

 

[ann23]

Thank u so much for all ur insights and pics! Ordering some and hopefully they’ll arrive in good condition ❤️

I haven't had any issues with the bags. In my opinion the taupe is warmer, neutral and versatile, the grey has colder undertones.
According un mini and neuf mini, I would say the mini neuf has slightly more space than the un mini, but the opening of the un is more comfortable. I use both as everyday bags and I am very happy with them.