I figured it out. The 27 version is a redesigned cityback with a pocket all the way in the back, presumably with its own compartment, and probably the price increase.
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I figured it out. The 27 version is a redesigned cityback with a pocket all the way in the back, presumably with its own compartment, and probably the price increase.
the 27 is more expensive coz it's a redesign, and therefore new stock. they moved the previously useless, side zipper to the back:
also the interior pocket is now gusseted. before it was flat and (also) useless:
“Eagle-eye Allan”!
IMO, the bigger inside pocket is definitely an improvement. The one in the older models is indeed useless.
As to the zipper, I have never used it on mine. Mainly because I can rarely be bothered to undo the side-flaps.
I cannot really see the point of having it now in the back though.
Well done all on the sleuthing! I suppose this rear-access pocket allows you to unhook the right shoulder and swing the bag round on the left shoulder and reach in. Question being, what compartment does it enter, the gusseted inner pocket or a new compartment?
I'm loving the electric blue accents of the new eclair line! Has anyone spotted any colours other than the blue?
I'm loving the electric blue accents of the new eclair line! Has anyone spotted any colours other than the blue?
I like the electric blue for the main zip
but I don't like it on the auxiliary
LV did the same with some messenger bags a couple of years ago
and I really don't like the zips in the side of a panel - personal taste, I know
but for me it spoils the line - punk was last century
It's prolly just to access the inner pocket, which I think is ok if you just want to get your phone/wallet/keys?Yeah it's strange that we don't see the zipper from the inner side..
That back zipper goes higher up than the gusseted pocket so it seems likely that it’s its own closed off pocket.
I think you are probably right.. OR it was hidden behind the fabric lining OR located exactly at the seam between the fabric lining and leather on the side (very clever if yes) so that it's somehow not obviously visible.
I now want to go to a store and check where that mysterious back zipper goes to now lol. If it goes to a separate compartment...honestly that's far more useful than the old cityback design.
My new Evelyne, my first Hermès bag and my 2nd thing from them (1st is black Epsom calvi card case). I used it today and fell in love, different to my other crossbody bags and made soooo well. The attention to detail is insane!
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hello gentlemen!
I don't normally ask for opinions prior to a purchase but could use some collective points of view for this one.
The deadline for my SO is coming up and i'm undecided between the following options:
(1) Kelly lakis 40cm in blue indigo swift with PHW (brushed hw and contrast stitching aren't avail for this model)
(2) HAC 40cm in vert fonce togo with brushed PHW (contrast stitching isn't avail for this model)
Bicolor options and contrast lining are not available for either model this season.
I don't own a kelly but already own a bicolor HAC40 in blue nuit and black with PHW.
The HAC40 shape and size works for my height and frame - adding another (and a SO at that) is the "safer" option.
However, I like the idea of a lakis (it would add variety to my collection) but am concerned that the kelly will look like a purse on me (there are none available in my country for me to try on). I am ambivalent about swift leather on a 40cm bag and worry about the wear and tear (in particular the sagging of the corners) with time. On the other hand, I like the option of being hands free (unlike with the HAC) and have been told that I can order a longer strap in a different color (I was thinking of bleu paon in swift) for contrast.
What do you think?
I don't normally ask for opinions prior to a purchase but could use some collective points of view for this one.
The deadline for my SO is coming up and i'm undecided between the following options:
(1) Kelly lakis 40cm in blue indigo swift with PHW (brushed hw and contrast stitching aren't avail for this model)
(2) HAC 40cm in vert fonce togo with brushed PHW (contrast stitching isn't avail for this model)
Bicolor options and contrast lining are not available for either model this season.
I don't own a kelly but already own a bicolor HAC40 in blue nuit and black with PHW.
The HAC40 shape and size works for my height and frame - adding another (and a SO at that) is the "safer" option.
However, I like the idea of a lakis (it would add variety to my collection) but am concerned that the kelly will look like a purse on me (there are none available in my country for me to try on). I am ambivalent about swift leather on a 40cm bag and worry about the wear and tear (in particular the sagging of the corners) with time. On the other hand, I like the option of being hands free (unlike with the HAC) and have been told that I can order a longer strap in a different color (I was thinking of bleu paon in swift) for contrast.
What do you think?
I would go for kelly lakis. It's not going to look like a purse, it looks more like a briefcase.
Personally I would find blue more wearable than green, but that really comes down to your wardrobe choices. I wouldn't worry about swift, it's not that fragile and it refurbishes beautifully.
Personally I would find blue more wearable than green, but that really comes down to your wardrobe choices. I wouldn't worry about swift, it's not that fragile and it refurbishes beautifully.