Raffia purse advice

MissKitty23

MissKitty23

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Hi everyone,

I would like to buy a Raffia bag as I think it would be super cute for summer. I know Saint Laurent has a few different ones. I was thinking of either the Nikki in natural or the round one in natural but Im open to other suggestions. If anyone has a Raffia style can you post pics of yours? Tell me what you like and dont like about it. Thanks :smile:

Round bag in raffia and vegetable-tanned leather | Saint Laurent | YSL.com

Discover NATURAL AND BRICK Round bag in raffia and vegetable-tanned leather from Saint Laurent online store.
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NIKI medium CHAIN BAG in raffia and leather | Saint Laurent | YSL.com

Discover NATURAL NIKI medium CHAIN BAG in raffia and leather from Saint Laurent online store.
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Here are the pics of the 2 im interested in:

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I’m wondering if the medium raffia Nikki is too big. I wish it came in small. Is medium Nikki a lot bigger then the Lou Camera? Would it be similar size to small puffer maybe? I have both those purses.
 
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MissKitty23 said:
Here are the pics of the 2 im interested in:

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I’m wondering if the medium raffia Nikki is too big. I wish it came in small. Is medium Nikki a lot bigger then the Lou Camera? Would it be similar size to small puffer maybe? I have both those purses.
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I’m liking the look of the Niki in raffia. Think it would be a great summer bag. Would also like to hear from someone who has it and how it’s worn.

What did you decide?
 
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Cookie18 said:
I’m liking the look of the Niki in raffia. Think it would be a great summer bag. Would also like to hear from someone who has it and how it’s worn.

What did you decide?
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Hi! Thanks for replying to this. Finally someone did :smile:

I actually bought both purses. I like the medium raffia Niki but I wish the raffia style came in the baby Niki. I prefer that size in that style purse better. I only used it a few times but so far so good.

The round raffia purse is really nice. Mine is slightly different then the one posted as the one pictured is the newer style. I used it alot over the summer and got lots of compliments since its so unique looking. This one is holding up well too.
 
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Hi! I know this is an old thread but was wondering how your bags are holding up? I’m thinking of getting a raffia shoulder bag from saint laurent as a vacation dinner bag, so I’m very curious!! Thank you!
 
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GucciGoneWild said:
Hi! I know this is an old thread but was wondering how your bags are holding up? I’m thinking of getting a raffia shoulder bag from saint laurent as a vacation dinner bag, so I’m very curious!! Thank you!
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They are holding up very well. I take the round raffia purse on vacation with me and Ive had no issues. I love the raffia style. Perfect for summer!
 
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MissKitty23 said:
No problem! I dont own any Prada purses but I just looked up their raffia styles and they have some really nice ones!

Which Saint Laurent raffia shoulder bag were you thinking of getting?
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I’m thinking of the YSL Le 5 to 7 or this Prada mini! The YSL seems more practical/functional but the Prada is soooo cute. The Prada is wicker not raffia though. I already have a beach tote, so I’m looking for more of an around town/dinner bag.
 

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GucciGoneWild said:
I’m thinking of the YSL Le 5 to 7 or this Prada mini! The YSL seems more practical/functional but the Prada is soooo cute. The Prada is wicker not raffia though. I already have a beach tote, so I’m looking for more of an around town/dinner bag.
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Those are both gorgeous! Its a tough choice! I almost bought the Le 5 to 7 but ended up buying the Gaby in raffia as I wanted another crossbody. I still might buy it one day. :biggrin:
 
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GucciGoneWild said:
I’m thinking of the YSL Le 5 to 7 or this Prada mini! The YSL seems more practical/functional but the Prada is soooo cute. The Prada is wicker not raffia though. I already have a beach tote, so I’m looking for more of an around town/dinner bag.
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I have this Prada in the bigger size and it is adorable! Perfect for summer! I also loved the YSL and when I was in Paris earlier this month I tried in on and it was so cheap looking. I recommend the Prada over the YSL 100%!
 
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I generally don’t like to wear cross body actually! I prefer shoulder bags so the saint laurent makes more sense in that aspect, but as @0Mary says, it is a little “flat” so to speak? Like floppy, but that might be a good thing! I’m going to the stores next weekend and will report back (:
 
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