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[Katinahat]

I got the small to use as a handbag. The medium is plenty big as I’m 5-2”. It’s like the size of the Neverfull. I didn’t try on the large but think it would overwhelm ladies our size.

Thanks that’s really helpful. The small must make a cute handbag for summer. I don’t have a Neverfull but think I was hoping for something slightly larger.

The large size arrived today and actually it’s just what I wanted to carry all my family’s towels etc to the beach. The adjustable handles are great. I like the shoulder length. I love the simple, classic style. I think it looks fine on me despite the size - I look smaller!

However, having decided this was perfect in its oversized nature, I’m suddenly not completely certain. I’m having a panic about whether it’s too big to carry on as hand baggage at about 60 by 35 by 20cms. It does squash so is probably okay but...

So I tried fitting it in my regular suitcase but...

Now I’m wondering if I should order the medium to compare before sending one of them back. That way I’d know for sure if the medium is big enough to hold several towels and yet it would be more versatile for summer exploring/shopping/cafes (plus be okay hand luggage!). Never done that before.

 

[Limelightlane]

Thanks that’s really helpful. The small must make a cute handbag for summer. I don’t have a Neverfull but think I was hoping for something slightly larger.

The large size arrived today and actually it’s just what I wanted to carry all my family’s towels etc to the beach. The adjustable handles are great. I like the shoulder length. I love the simple, classic style. I think it looks fine on me despite the size - I look smaller!

However, having decided this was perfect in its oversized nature, I’m suddenly not completely certain. I’m having a panic about whether it’s too big to carry on as hand baggage at about 60 by 35 by 20cms. It does squash so is probably okay but...

So I tried fitting it in my regular suitcase but...
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Now I’m wondering if I should order the medium to compare before sending one of them back. That way I’d know for sure if the medium is big enough to hold several towels and yet it would be more versatile for summer exploring/shopping/cafes (plus be okay hand luggage!). Never done that before.

That’s a good idea! You should order the medium just to be sure. Good luck!

 

[soysheep]

Hellllllllooo! I should've posted this early but I have successfully grabbed the whale from Paula's event in Melbourne yay! (And they came back online haha!)

Already put him to work for my content haha =))
Sorry about the filter!

 

[minicake]

Finally found time to visit my Loewe boutique. Went in with the Puzzle in mind, but came out with the Gate instead! It’s absolutely gorgeous!

I bought the exact same one a couple of weeks ago!! I haven't used it yet. It's been super rainy where I am. Are you going to treat it with anything?

 

[GemsBerry]

Sale on Loewe US site!!!

 

[GemsBerry]

They do though [emoji4] I lived in Japan for 8 years and had a credit card issued by the Isetan Mitsukoshi group, they do charge an annual fee of 2000yen or so but it give back about at least 5% of your purchase(except some stores like Hermes and food). When you purchase a certain amount of things with your card, they give you higher discount next year! Mine was 10%, which I was told it’s the maximum and it is cheaper than tax free in Japan!
However I heard they did changed to giving back points instead of directly giving you discounts but it works just the same because you can tell your SA that you want to use your points on sales tax only. Feels like you’re buying things tax free! Now that I’ve left Japan, I ask my friend to go with me so I can use her card and shop tax free [emoji23] because they do charge handling fees for tax free and gives back less than 8%.

You get taxed on cosmetics in Japan now?? I remember ordering from the US when I live there and the only times I got taxed was on handbags and clothings. Looks like the government is really changing a lot of their policy..

At the moment the stock in Taipei isn’t that much because a lot of thing did got raided by non regular shoppers during store events. It gives them a small 5% discount than usual price. But my SA told me that the stores already order more stock so the bags will arrive too for Golden week! Hopefully you’ll find things you like [emoji173]️ but in Taiwan they have more bags than clothings. If you’re looking for clothing, Japan has way better stock. The SA here are super nice too! You can DM me if you have questions about Taipei I fly around Asia frequently but stayed in Taiwan, Japan, Singapore and Indonesia the most so if you have questions about Taipei I might be able to help.

Me too, I can compare shopping in Japan and USA. Now everything is taxed in Japan and they increased sales tax recently to 10%!! The same in USA, almost all online retailers charge sate tax now (for me it's 6% in Maryland, for some states it's 8-9%). But Loewe US says tax included. I just placed an order, everything is included in the price. which makes me think there could be a better price somewhere...

 

[Katinahat]

That’s a good idea! You should order the medium just to be sure. Good luck!

Thank you. I went ahead and ordered it. I think I’ll be keeping the large. The medium is great and I can certainly see why it is the most popular size. It would be good for a summer day to the shops in the UK. However, I think it’s a bit small for my holiday needs. With a family I find myself carrying several towels etc rather than one. Just not sure I’d carry it so much at home.

Here is a size comparison next to my Bayswater.

I’ve spotted that my large is very slightly lopsided when it stands up. They are all handmade so unique. It would be a great bag to purchase in a store so you could pick but that’s not an option to me. Is it not noticeable, rustic charm or should I exchange?

 

[chrissiewong]

Feeling adventurous with my puzzle today. Struggling if I should get the Loewe degrade strap instead...

 

[bellebellebelle19]

I was at Woodbury and the stock was awesome!! Lots of Hammocks, some Amazonas, Puzzles, animal bags and charms, Flamencos. They had ostrich and croc Flamencos. I tried on a croc Amazona that was gorgeous, and that adorable pastel Puzzle. I don't think the Puzzle is the bag for me. I'm very attached to the Amazona! I love it in all the sizes. I had to try on the 28 and 23 sizes, since I have the 36 and love it. One day I'll collect them all

 

[piecesofalice]

Me too, I can compare shopping in Japan and USA. Now everything is taxed in Japan and they increased sales tax recently to 10%!! The same in USA, almost all online retailers charge sate tax now (for me it's 6% in Maryland, for some states it's 8-9%). But Loewe US says tax included. I just placed an order, everything is included in the price. which makes me think there could be a better price somewhere...

Japan's tax won't increase to 10% until October, so there's still time! Hong Kong has been the best for prices for me, or through Sak's or Nordstroms.

I was at Woodbury and the stock was awesome!! Lots of Hammocks, some Amazonas, Puzzles, animal bags and charms, Flamencos. They had ostrich and croc Flamencos. I tried on a croc Amazona that was gorgeous, and that adorable pastel Puzzle. I don't think the Puzzle is the bag for me. I'm very attached to the Amazona! I love it in all the sizes. I had to try on the 28 and 23 sizes, since I have the 36 and love it. One day I'll collect them all

I'm so happy the Amazona is getting love! Such gorgeous colours *_*

 

[Katinahat]

Japan's tax won't increase to 10% until October, so there's still time! Hong Kong has been the best for prices for me, or through Sak's or Nordstroms.


I'm so happy the Amazona is getting love! Such gorgeous colours *_*

Tax (VAT) in the UK is 20%. All our prices have it included in the advertised price and it’s applied if we import too.

 

[Katinahat]

Thank you. I went ahead and ordered it. I think I’ll be keeping the large. The medium is great and I can certainly see why it is the most popular size. It would be good for a summer day to the shops in the UK. However, I think it’s a bit small for my holiday needs. With a family I find myself carrying several towels etc rather than one. Just not sure I’d carry it so much at home.

Here is a size comparison next to my Bayswater.
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I’ve spotted that my large is very slightly lopsided when it stands up. They are all handmade so unique. It would be a great bag to purchase in a store so you could pick but that’s not an option to me. Is it not noticeable, rustic charm or should I exchange?

Found a Loewe concession in a department store near me. Was finally able to look at several bags with the help of a very patient S.A.

As I’ve discovered there is a massive variety between individual basket bags. There were three larges in the shop - no other sizes. All quite different from each other but all smaller than the large I’d received. I’ve now got 3 and need to send both the medium and large bought online back.

I’ll be keeping the middle one bought in store as it’s a better size and the weave is good. Both it and the one on the right are the “same” size - a large. My advice is to avoid buying online as these really are unique pieces! I’m happy at last!

 

[Rani]

Found a Loewe concession in a department store near me. Was finally able to look at several bags with the help of a very patient S.A.

As I’ve discovered there is a massive variety between individual basket bags. There were three larges in the shop - no other sizes. All quite different from each other but all smaller than the large I’d received. I’ve now got 3 and need to send both the medium and large bought online back.

I’ll be keeping the middle one bought in store as it’s a better size and the weave is good. Both it and the one on the right are the “same” size - a large. My advice is to avoid buying online as these really are unique pieces! I’m happy at last!

Wow! You got the perfect one in the end! Perfect for your holiday!

 

[papertiger]

I was at Woodbury and the stock was awesome!! Lots of Hammocks, some Amazonas, Puzzles, animal bags and charms, Flamencos. They had ostrich and croc Flamencos. I tried on a croc Amazona that was gorgeous, and that adorable pastel Puzzle. I don't think the Puzzle is the bag for me. I'm very attached to the Amazona! I love it in all the sizes. I had to try on the 28 and 23 sizes, since I have the 36 and love it. One day I'll collect them all

Love both Amazonas on you!

 

[papertiger]

Found a Loewe concession in a department store near me. Was finally able to look at several bags with the help of a very patient S.A.

As I’ve discovered there is a massive variety between individual basket bags. There were three larges in the shop - no other sizes. All quite different from each other but all smaller than the large I’d received. I’ve now got 3 and need to send both the medium and large bought online back.

I’ll be keeping the middle one bought in store as it’s a better size and the weave is good. Both it and the one on the right are the “same” size - a large. My advice is to avoid buying online as these really are unique pieces! I’m happy at last!

Reminds me of the Goldilocks and the Three Bears story. Love that you found your perfect basket, and I really like this bag, congratulations.