Revel (looks like LV Alma)

[Iamminda]

Hi. Before I return this, wanted to share a comparison picture with one of my Alma BBs. I absolutely love the size of this bag since it’s in between the Alma BB and PM. Am not sure about this color for me personally plus mine had a couple flaws. One is a scratch or something on the D ring clasp — I expect better on a full-price bag . The other is possibly a design flaw or maybe it’s just a flaw on mine only. The back D ring (where the strap attaches) pushes against the soft leather creating a small dent against the top (see second picture). I think at least on mine, the D ring clasp is placed too low. See 3rd picture of the higher D ring placement on my Alma. Anyways, these are only my thoughts — may not be a problem for others. It’s a very pretty bag for sure.

 

[Teagaggle]

Hi. Before I return this, wanted to share a comparison picture with one of my Alma BBs. I absolutely love the size of this bag since it’s in between the Alma BB and PM. Am not sure about this color for me personally plus mine had a couple flaws. One is a scratch or something on the D ring clasp — I expect better on a full-price bag . The other is possibly a design flaw or maybe it’s just a flaw on mine only. The back D ring (where the strap attaches) pushes against the soft leather creating a small dent against the top (see second picture). I think at least on mine, the D ring clasp is placed too low. See 3rd picture of the higher D ring placement on my Alma. Anyways, these are only my thoughts — may not be a problem for others. It’s a very pretty bag for sure.

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Great review. I concur with your thoughts! Maybe you'll be able to grab another on sale at some point.

 

[paula3boys]

I missed this one in Dark Stone when it was available online at Neiman Marcus and Nordstrom. Does anyone know if this color will be coming eventually on coach.com or elsewhere?

It is back on Nordstrom right now. I did also hear it will be released by Coach in October so maybe you can call customer service or a store SA to order now.

 

[Tygriss]

Black leather or signature canvas Revel on sale 25% off with Bloomingdales code

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I thought I'd try it out and see, so thanks for sharing this sale @paula3boys! My order arrived today. In a plastic bag. No box. Kind of afraid to open it.

 

[Tygriss]

The packaging:


The Revel barely out of the packaging:


You can barely see it, right??

 

[paula3boys]

The packaging:
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The Revel barely out of the packaging:
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You can barely see it, right??

Would it bother you? It appears to be soft leather so will get marks here and there. Can it be rubbed out? Is that the back of the bag? I can't believe that they sent a $500 handbag in a plastic bag instead of a box. Maybe if you contact customer service and email them a picture, they will mark it down further

 

[Naminé]

Would it bother you? It appears to be soft leather so will get marks here and there. Can it be rubbed out? Is that the back of the bag? I can't believe that they sent a $500 handbag in a plastic bag instead of a box. Maybe if you contact customer service and email them a picture, they will mark it down further

This is exactly why I will never ever buy any expensive bags at a department store ever again. Their lazy employees and their crappy packaging!

@Tygriss I would return it. That would bother me the more I look at it. But if you're ok with it, I would ask CS for exchange. Or possibly a further discount like Paula said, if you can.

 

[Tygriss]

Would it bother you? It appears to be soft leather so will get marks here and there. Can it be rubbed out? Is that the back of the bag? I can't believe that they sent a $500 handbag in a plastic bag instead of a box. Maybe if you contact customer service and email them a picture, they will mark it down further

For full price, straight outta the wrapping, oh yes. We tried rubbing with a moist towel, and the scratches just came back. There's more spots of leather scuffing on the sides and elsewhere.

I did call CS this morning. There aren't any left in their inventory so they gave me an additional % off. For that I can be ok. I can try to condition it or take it in and get pins put on it.

This is exactly why I will never ever buy any expensive bags at a department store ever again. Their lazy employees and their crappy packaging!

@Tygriss I would return it. That would bother me the more I look at it. But if you're ok with it, I would ask CS for exchange. Or possibly a further discount like Paula said, if you can.

Well, so I learned something new! Not ordering from a department store again. I had been spoiled to have lived close to a flagship store and now, most of my shopping is online.

 

[paula3boys]

For full price, straight outta the wrapping, oh yes. We tried rubbing with a moist towel, and the scratches just came back. There's more spots of leather scuffing on the sides and elsewhere.

I did call CS this morning. There aren't any left in their inventory so they gave me an additional % off. For that I can be ok. I can try to condition it or take it in and get pins put on it.

Well, so I learned something new! Not ordering from a department store again. I had been spoiled to have lived close to a flagship store and now, most of my shopping is online.

I would use Apple Garde leather conditioner or whatever you choose. Apple has always worked well for me. At least they gave you an additional % off as I thought they would

 

[Sunshine mama]

Hi. Before I return this, wanted to share a comparison picture with one of my Alma BBs. I absolutely love the size of this bag since it’s in between the Alma BB and PM. Am not sure about this color for me personally plus mine had a couple flaws. One is a scratch or something on the D ring clasp — I expect better on a full-price bag . The other is possibly a design flaw or maybe it’s just a flaw on mine only. The back D ring (where the strap attaches) pushes against the soft leather creating a small dent against the top (see second picture). I think at least on mine, the D ring clasp is placed too low. See 3rd picture of the higher D ring placement on my Alma. Anyways, these are only my thoughts — may not be a problem for others. It’s a very pretty bag for sure.

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Thank you for the detailed info IM. Did you find the Revel heavier than Alma BB? It just looks like it would be.

 

[Sunshine mama]

There is a smaller version of the Revel that will be available as well. Check out this blue small version that appears to have silver hardware!

It's a cute size! Is it smaller than Alma BB?
Also, is there an indent created by the handle on this bag already?

 

[Tygriss]

It's a cute size! Is it smaller than Alma BB?
Also, is there an indent created by the handle on this bag already?

It does look like there's an indent, now that you mention it!

 

[Iamminda]

Thank you for the detailed info IM. Did you find the Revel heavier than Alma BB? It just looks like it would be.

Sure, no problem . A little bit heavier than the Alma BB since there is a lot more leather. The handles felt thicker and more substantial. Thicker strap too (which is nice)

 

[Iamminda]

The packaging:
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The Revel barely out of the packaging:
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You can barely see it, right??

Hi. Did you notice if your top leather trim near the zipper has a slight indentation from the D ring clasp where the strap attaches? Just wondering if mine was defective. thx

 

[Tygriss]

Hi. Did you notice if your top leather trim near the zipper has a slight indentation from the D ring clasp where the strap attaches? Just wondering if mine was defective. thx

I would say no...but the hardware on mine was fully wrapped in foam. When I carry it by the handles, the d-rings do not touch the leather trim. I hope this helps!