The Cassette Bag!

[Evergreen602]

My first Padded Cassette, and the flashiest bag in my collection to date! Here she is in the color, "Holographic". She is very much a chameleon. Hence the multiple photos to show her colors.

 

[ghoulish]

My first Padded Cassette, and the flashiest bag in my collection to date! Here she is in the color, "Holographic". She is very much a chameleon. Hence the multiple photos to show her colors. View attachment 5611355View attachment 5611356View attachment 5611357View attachment 5611358

Oh, this color is stunning!

 

[nouvellevague]

Does anyone own the Belt Cassette? I've been swooning over the regular Cassette for a couple of years now but I took a look at the current bags I have and I just can't bring myself in purchasing a bag of the same size as the rest. I really like the shape of the Belt Cassette and I intend to use it as an on-the-go bag! Easy to throw over my shoulders while fitting my essentials.
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Does the belt strap extend long enough to throw over your chest like a fanny pack? Also, if its filled, does the magnetic closure lost integrity over use? Thank you all in advance!

A very late reply but yes, I use it like a crossbody bag most of the time! The magnetic closure still seems fine but I've only had it since July.

 

[callibo]

Three months is no time at all for a bag at this cost. I would certainly take it back to the store; for the cracked lambskin they will be able to freshen this up immediately with leather conditioner they usually keep in the store. If not they can send it to the atelier to freshen up. My padded fondant cassette was soaked in a London thunderstorm and the leather did not crack at all. As for the bonding, after only three months surely this cannot be "wear and tear" but BV reps (as with all luxury houses) will try to label it as such. Sooner they see the issue the better.

Thanks for your reply! I’ve taken it to the store and they offered me to replace/repair the strap. However, they told me that it could take up to three months so I decided to leave it for now. I also noticed that the same is happening on the other side where the strap rubs against the bag. So I assume it’s caused by friction. Still weird to me. Am I the only one with this cracking?

 

[elizapav]

I don’t know if this is me (the gold medal) although I like it in photos, here is the BV Cassette intrecciato in barolo (gold detail pushed to the back).

 

[Evergreen602]

Hi!

I just got a men's cassette. However, the "weave" is a little bumpy (see photos for front and back). Should I return this or is this normal?

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So now that I've seen more of the men's Cassettes online, I can tell you this is normal. I was told the leather undergoes a heat treatment to create this texture. It is called Paper Calfskin.

Initially, I was not a fan of this look. However, it has grown on me and I recently purchased this Cassette in the Inkwell color. I love it so far.

 

[alisonanna]

My first impression from photos of this bag was no, but in person I love.❤️

Pleated cassette in barolo

 

[Evergreen602]

My first impression from photos of this bag was no, but in person I love.❤️

Pleated cassette in barolo

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I love this treatment, and the Barolo gives it even more depth and richness! Simply stunning!

 

[elizapav]

I love this treatment, and the Barolo gives it even more depth and richness! Simply stunning!

So agree - the plisse on this style and colorway is *chefs kiss* love it @alisonanna

 

[calypsodc]

Joining the cassette club! Love the look of the bag although I noticed that there is some leftover glue from the edge of the bag on one side which has been leaving stains on the hardware. Anyone else has the same issue?

 

[Galgali]

Textured Calfskin in Dark Green

 

[mybriotop]

Those are so lovely

 

[claudio.mirrorlife]

Love my padded cassette bag !

 

[indiaink]

My first impression from photos of this bag was no, but in person I love.❤️

Pleated cassette in barolo

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@alisonanna I am being sorely tempted by the Plisse treatment in red - can you show us how much you can get in the bag? I've downsized but still - have read reviews...

 

[indiaink]

To answer my own question: I read the whole thread, read some other Youtube reviews, and I think there's plenty of space for me. Will do an old-timer's review of my Sunburst Plisse when she arrives As I've told @jbags07 , Matthieu Blazy is way more on the ball with this treatment than DL ever was.