To all fellow Poleners:
I've been on this forum for a few years and was initially enamored with the
Polene brand; I loved its newness, exclusivity, and early prices, which were so affordable. Over a couple of years, I purchased a dozen products from them and even visited their Paris store, and the experience was lovely.
But I think I've fallen out of love with the brand for some reason.
After all the price increases and the many quality issues, I haven't felt like ordering from their site since June 2023.
I'm not sure if it's because I was able to purchase at those early lower prices, and so it's harder for me to pay double for the same items, or if it's also because the brand has become more commercial and trite.
I have sold all of my Polene bags except for one; my Neuf Mini in camel, which for a while was my favorite and most-used bag.
But I haven't actually worn it in over a year. It's just sitting in my closet and I look at it, still admiring its unique design, but something is keeping me from wanting to actually wear it again.
It might be the whole LVMH drama, or the horrible replicas I've seen, even those ugly Quince and BCBG versions. Or maybe because their current prices are now a higher investment that requires more thought and consideration than before. I've been able to sell my Polene bags very fast, which is good, but they do not hold their value.
I'm sad that I feel this way, but I'm just sharing with you, fellow Polene lovers, in case you feel the same, so I can better understand why I'm kind of over Polene. (Apologies to those still in love with the brand and those just discovering it. This is just my honest opinion and point of view.)
