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#7,682
Hi Allan I'm 175 cm tall and I tried both 35 and 40 Kelly.
Only the 40 would look good on me, I have the feeling Sellier looks a bit smaller maybe because of the stitching.
Sellier resembles more a briefcase it is a gorgeous bag.
 
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allanrvj said:
Thanks. Now I need to find a Kelly Sellier 40 coz I'm 5'10" :sad:
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I think it also has to do with how "thick" you are as well. I'm not the tiniest person by any means, but I'm not obese either. I tried on a 40cm Birkin the other day...and I didn't wear the bag, it wore me. (had nothing to do with the fact it was croc) My 35s, both B&K, and my 32 as well, are big enough, and I carry them...they don't carry me.

The point is, go try one on and bring a friend with a critical eye (and an honest tongue) to see you how others see you.

Oh...and a most important edit. While I was playing with croc Birkins...I saw a guy with a slim to average build, around 188cm totally rocking a B25....and it didn't look comical. So, try it and don't make it all about size. It's what YOU can carry off.
 
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Sycomore said:
Hi Allan I'm 175 cm tall and I tried both 35 and 40 Kelly.
Only the 40 would look good on me, I have the feeling Sellier looks a bit smaller maybe because of the stitching.
Sellier resembles more a briefcase it is a gorgeous bag.
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You can also try to get a Kelly Lakis. I think out of all the Kellys, the Lakis looks the most masculine.
 
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okiern1981 said:
I think it also has to do with how "thick" you are as well. I'm not the tiniest person by any means, but I'm not obese either. I tried on a 40cm Birkin the other day...and I didn't wear the bag, it wore me. (had nothing to do with the fact it was croc) My 35s, both B&K, and my 32 as well, are big enough, and I carry them...they don't carry me.

The point is, go try one on and bring a friend with a critical eye (and an honest tongue) to see you how others see you.

Oh...and a most important edit. While I was playing with croc Birkins...I saw a guy with a slim to average build, around 188cm totally rocking a B25....and it didn't look comical. So, try it and don't make it all about size. It's what YOU can carry off.
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did you say you are 5.10? can you show a pic of you using the 35? I am the same height, wonder if that fits me too?

thanks
 
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okiern1981 said:
I think it also has to do with how "thick" you are as well. I'm not the tiniest person by any means, but I'm not obese either. I tried on a 40cm Birkin the other day...and I didn't wear the bag, it wore me. (had nothing to do with the fact it was croc) My 35s, both B&K, and my 32 as well, are big enough, and I carry them...they don't carry me.

The point is, go try one on and bring a friend with a critical eye (and an honest tongue) to see you how others see you.

Oh...and a most important edit. While I was playing with croc Birkins...I saw a guy with a slim to average build, around 188cm totally rocking a B25....and it didn't look comical. So, try it and don't make it all about size. It's what YOU can carry off.
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I love this- so true. This is very sage advice!!!

Tony Yang said:
You can also try to get a Kelly Lakis. I think out of all the Kellys, the Lakis looks the most masculine.
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Isn't the Lakis rested?

allanrvj said:
I have to see the Lakis in person. I'm not too crazy about what I've seen online. The two front pockets kind of ruins the lines.
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Agreed. Many obsess over it, but even after I saw it in person I think the 2 pockets diminish the design. Not for me either.

Tsrichokchaiphong said:
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This is such a beautiful bag!!!

To add to this discussion on height and bag size, I have both B and K 40s and B 35s. I've decided that the B40 is too big/heavy for me. I am 5'6"/5'7"ish. I would love to try a K32 though for size!!!

Here's me with my K40. This bag, while the largest of the Ks is such a wonderful size for a guy. I find it so versatile and transitional for both business and casual.IMG_1495898376.442836.jpg
 
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@csetcos: my K32 was an accidental purchase...the dimensions listed were that of a 35, and I almost sent it back...but, I had to carry it once before I sent it back. I was sold once I carried it, and it didn't look bad at all. Best accident ever.
 
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okiern1981 said:
@csetcos: my K32 was an accidental purchase...the dimensions listed were that of a 35, and I almost sent it back...but, I had to carry it once before I sent it back. I was sold once I carried it, and it didn't look bad at all. Best accident ever.
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I would love to see modeling pics of you with your K32!!! We are the same height.

I'm going to finalize my SO next week do I would love to consider another option!!!
 
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