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#826
dignatius said:
I actually have a Trio Vert bought as a pre-owned. I would guestimate that it is about 1-2 years old. The suede is shaved quite close to the skin so in my opinion, it wouldn't hold dust easily. The suede does change color where you touch it because the direction of the nap changes. I just brush my hand over the entire flap in the same direction and it looks even again. That's pretty much it. I don't do anything else to maintain it and the bag is holding up really well. The only place that the bag shows wear is on the bottom corners where the leather is folded very tightly. The color is starting to fade a little there.
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Thanks for the response
 
#828
svred said:
To all the owners of Polene bags. My first purchase and I'm so confused to start with the Numero Un or the mini? What would you recommend based on your experiences? Thanks in advance
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I started with the mini in bordeaux, the grainy leather is still looking great after a year of usage and it still looks brand new, even though I constantly use it at weekends/ dinner dates / days out! It can only hold few things (ie wallet, phone, keys, tissues). A small bottle of water can also fit, but it becomes too "bulky".

I was so impressed with the quality of this bag that I started to look at the number 1 and the latest nr 7 as well! I decided to purchase the bag nr 1 in black, this time with the croco flap, as I know it will have plenty of usage and can be used for travel.

Hope this helps you!
 
#829
It truly depends on your preference. I like the look of the Polene 1 mini, but I do not like chain straps! Plus I have several smaller bags, so I went with the regular size. Do you wear larger bags more? Smaller ones? Whatever you choose you will be getting a lovely bag.
 
#831
MinaAnais said:
I started with the mini in bordeaux, the grainy leather is still looking great after a year of usage and it still looks brand new, even though I constantly use it at weekends/ dinner dates / days out! It can only hold few things (ie wallet, phone, keys, tissues). A small bottle of water can also fit, but it becomes too "bulky".

I was so impressed with the quality of this bag that I started to look at the number 1 and the latest nr 7 as well! I decided to purchase the bag nr 1 in black, this time with the croco flap, as I know it will have plenty of usage and can be used for travel.

Hope this helps you!
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Oh that's good to know. I was thinking to start with mini and go big. I'm so tempted to buy both at once.
 
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#832
southernbelle43 said:
It truly depends on your preference. I like the look of the Polene 1 mini, but I do not like chain straps! Plus I have several smaller bags, so I went with the regular size. Do you wear larger bags more? Smaller ones? Whatever you choose you will be getting a lovely bag.
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Hello thanks for the response. I'm a medium bag person. Not too big not too small. Hence was thinking the Numero Un as I too was concerned about the chain but then I can use that when travelling. I'm so tempted to but both but scared about the returning issues of I decide to return one. Tough decisions
 
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#835
svred said:
I'm a medium bag person. Not too big not too small. Hence was thinking the Numero Un as I too was concerned about the chain but then I can use that when travelling. I'm so tempted to but both but scared about the returning issues of I decide to return one. Tough decisions
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It sounds like the #1 would be good for you. It is a medium size and you might get a lot more wear out of it than the mini. That is unless you travel a lot.
 
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#836
southernbelle43 said:
The more it softens, the more I wear it. She is heavy but OH SO CHIC. (Pardon the Mickey Mouse bandaid, lol.) I am not known for my mod shots.
southernbelle43 said:
The more it softens, the more I wear it. She is heavy but OH SO CHIC. (Pardon the Mickey Mouse bandaid, lol.) I am not known for my mod shots.

I have the pebbled black and the tri color camel. I wear a lot of black.
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I have the pebbled black and the tri color camel. I wear a lot of black.
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Looks so good on you :heart:
 
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#838
svred said:
Hello thanks for the response. I'm a medium bag person. Not too big not too small. Hence was thinking the Numero Un as I too was concerned about the chain but then I can use that when travelling. I'm so tempted to but both but scared about the returning issues of I decide to return one. Tough decisions
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I hear you on the returning issue. When I bought my Polenes, I already decided I wasn't going to return them. I just don't want to go through the hassle of international returns. (I live in the US.) You can always try to sell it if it doesn't work out. You obviously won't get all my money back, but you'll get a fair amount back. They sell pretty well on ebay.
 
#839
I will add my two cents. I had not used my Numero Un all summer, as it's the Bordeaux color, which seems more fall/winter to me. I actually have more bags than I need, so thought hmm, maybe I should sell it. Well, I took it out of the dust bag and fell in love all over again. Just looking at it is a treat. Such a handsome bag! And... I found it on Ebay last year, with a very good price tag. So It has been a win-win situation. Really, it is so easy to find anything in this bag. Things do not seem to get lost, as in other bags. Love it!
 
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#840
samfalstaff said:
I hear you on the returning issue. When I bought my Polenes, I already decided I wasn't going to return them. I just don't want to go through the hassle of international returns. (I live in the US.) You can always try to sell it if it doesn't work out. You obviously won't get all my money back, but you'll get a fair amount back. They sell pretty well on ebay.
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Oh that's good to know. I'm in Australia. Hopefully there is a resell market for this bag here.
 
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