They're beautiful! Thanks for the pics. Sorry you aren't feeling them, and sorry you're sick.
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They're beautiful! Thanks for the pics. Sorry you aren't feeling them, and sorry you're sick.
Beautiful reveal!
As I wrote earlier, I am pretty sure what they refer to as textures for Numero un nano is the same as “textured full grain” for standard Numero un, based on how they annotate their swatches.
Thank you!
You’re probably right. I was just going by the way the leather looked to me in the photos.
My nano Numero un was delivered today. It’s the black textured leather. It’s adorable and the inside is bigger than I thought it would be.
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How do you like the textured leather? I was considering the smooth leather but it's currently sold out in the color I wanted.
I don’t own any other polene bags so I don’t know if it’s the same leather as the pebbled regular sized un. The leather is more matte than I expected and it has a slightly plastic feel to it. If you are picky about your leathers, I would suggest waiting for the smooth leather. I enjoy a durable leather so I’m happy with the bag for the price. If I buy another Polene bag, I will most likely try the smooth leather. Hope this helps.
Okay, y'all......I received the black Numero Un Nano in the black textured leather today! Here are some comparison pics with the full-sized Numero Un in Navy pebbled leather with croc embossed flap (pardon the lighting...cloudy here today, so the light stinks):
My reaction to the Nano was pretty strong, and not in a good way. Let me just say, the textured leather on the Nano is mostly definitely NOT the same as the pebbled leather on the full-size Un. Where the leather on the full-sized Un feels substantial and luxurious, the textured leather on the Nano feels like plastic or vinyl. The weight and feel of the textured is much lighter and feels much thinner, to the point that my DH initially thought another company had knocked off the Numero Un, and I'd received a fake! Honestly, though I like the shape and the size, I will probably gift this away. For me, I doubt it's worthwhile to send the bag back, although I'll inquire just in case. I don't think you have to spend a lot of money to have a bag with great construction and leather (for example, my full-sized Un), but this is poor example of what Polene can do. If I'd not already had the full-sized Un, I may not have been as bothered by the quality and feel of the leather on the Nano. I don't know that I'd buy from Polene again, for fear that they would apply this lesser quality leather to their other bags.
Please know that this is my opinion, after the direct comparison with my other Polene Un. It's not intended to criticize anyone else's bag, or whether she/he will enjoy it. Everyone's thought processes and wants are different, so if you bought the Nano, I sincerely hope you enjoy it!
My reaction to the Nano was pretty strong, and not in a good way. Let me just say, the textured leather on the Nano is mostly definitely NOT the same as the pebbled leather on the full-size Un. Where the leather on the full-sized Un feels substantial and luxurious, the textured leather on the Nano feels like plastic or vinyl. The weight and feel of the textured is much lighter and feels much thinner, to the point that my DH initially thought another company had knocked off the Numero Un, and I'd received a fake! Honestly, though I like the shape and the size, I will probably gift this away. For me, I doubt it's worthwhile to send the bag back, although I'll inquire just in case. I don't think you have to spend a lot of money to have a bag with great construction and leather (for example, my full-sized Un), but this is poor example of what Polene can do. If I'd not already had the full-sized Un, I may not have been as bothered by the quality and feel of the leather on the Nano. I don't know that I'd buy from Polene again, for fear that they would apply this lesser quality leather to their other bags.
Please know that this is my opinion, after the direct comparison with my other Polene Un. It's not intended to criticize anyone else's bag, or whether she/he will enjoy it. Everyone's thought processes and wants are different, so if you bought the Nano, I sincerely hope you enjoy it!
That is super disappointing, as based on their description online it should be the same leather (full grain textured). I was wondering why numero Un nano would be cheaper than the mini quite significantly in textured leather, I guess here is the answer. Thanks so much for this reveal, it saved me a purchase of a blue one that only comes in textured!
The full-sized Un definitely feels like full-grained leather. Even though the Nano is described as the same, if that is actually full-grain leather, it’s a much cheaper version. It’s hard to tell in the pics, but the texture is very different; the Nano almost looks like cross hatched marks were made after the fact, to add texture. The Un leather feels thick and generous, with no thin plastic feel. I wish I had better feelings about the Nano! It’s a disappointment, compared to the original.
Noooo this is super disappointing. Why did I feel like this might happen? I've emailed to see if they can cancel my order/wait for the smooth nano noir to come back into stock. I haven't received any notifications about shipment yet... hopefully this is possible?!
Not keeping my hopes up though
Not keeping my hopes up though
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These are great pics especially the size comparisons. And after looking mine over some more and then boxing her up, you pretty much echo my sentiments as well....
Your Croc Un is gorgeous! It's been on my list as a second one.
Noooo this is super disappointing. Why did I feel like this might happen? I've emailed to see if they can cancel my order/wait for the smooth nano noir to come back into stock. I haven't received any notifications about shipment yet... hopefully this is possible?!
I emailed Saturday night requesting return paperwork and I haven't heard back yet. I really hope to get it sent back before Christmas. Hopefully the shipping quote I got was accurate.
What are your hopes for the smooth? I'll be honest, the leather is not soft and supple as shown in their pics. Maybe it will soften over time? Mine has no texture and has a shine to it. I've been trying to think of what to compare it to and sadly the only thing I can think of is vinyl. It's sad because I love my Un. It looks so much more expensive than it costs. The Nano isn't like that for me. Putting the size aside, I wouldn't have ordered if I had known what the leather was like. Like stylistbydesign, this is just my opinion though.