The Garden Party bags thread

[jayjay77]

I'd like to share the huge surprise DH gave me for my birthday earlier in July...
GP 30 in Gris Tourterelle Vache Country leather! I'm so happy to join the club!

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Btw, I read here that Vache Country leather is sturdy, and my lovely SA told me "no water on leather", but I'd really appreciate your comments on your experience with Vache Country leather, please. TIA!

Congrats! I'm your twin on this bag. I've used it almost every day since January and it's holding up beautifully ... I have had no issues with water , it's been in light rain

 

[crisbac]

Congrats! I'm your twin on this bag. I've used it almost every day since January and it's holding up beautifully ... I have had no issues with water , it's been in light rain

Thank you so much, jayjay77! So happy we're twins! And so glad to know about your experience! That gives me greater confidence to take it out more!

 

[hazelarceo]

My GP30 in Gris Asphalte Vache Country leather [emoji7][emoji7][emoji7]



Next to my B30 gold togo.

 

[finer_woman]

My GP30 in Gris Asphalte Vache Country leather [emoji7][emoji7][emoji7]

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Next to my B30 gold togo.

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I literally said "Oooh!" at the pink twilly [emoji38]. Color really pops against that neutral tone

 

[Daiyuflower]

My GP30 in Gris Asphalte Vache Country leather [emoji7][emoji7][emoji7]

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Next to my B30 gold togo.

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What a cute GP! Love the bright rodeo too!! ❤️

 

[cafecreme15]

Does anyone use this bag as a tote for work? I am looking to buy a new work bag that can hold a pair of heels along with all my other random stuff (doesn't need to hold files or a computer). I've heard that this bag gets very heavy when loaded up though. Any feedback on this point? Thanks!

 

[izzyParis]

I use the garden party 36 in negonda leather as a work tote & don't find it to be too heavy at all. If you are concerned about the weight, you could try Epsom leather instead.

 

[chkpfbeliever]

Does anyone use this bag as a tote for work? I am looking to buy a new work bag that can hold a pair of heels along with all my other random stuff (doesn't need to hold files or a computer). I've heard that this bag gets very heavy when loaded up though. Any feedback on this point? Thanks!

It is not a light bag by all means since Hermes uses quality leather but if you just want the extra room for a pair of heels and other random stuff, the weight is bearable no matter it is in Epsom or Country leather. For Epsom you may have to be worried about the corners though.

 

[Miss Al]

Can garden party 36 be used as a shoulder bag?

 

[kate2828]

Can garden party 36 be used as a shoulder bag?

I can but it's really meant to be a hand carry or crook of the arm bag. The 36 is wide and if you are Petite it's just not that comfortable like a regular tote. I don't think I would be able to put this over my shoulder during the winter wearing a puffy
Jacket. The strap drop I think is only six inches.

 

[breathe.love]

Can garden party 36 be used as a shoulder bag?

I only carry mine on the shoulder when I need to be handsfree for a moment. The straps are not of ideal length and I find the base of the bag quite wide so it tends to bump into things/people when I carry on shoulder. [emoji5]

 

[baghagg]

My DH surprised me with a GP 36 in blue indigo negonda leather with the Camails lining! Best Mother's Day gift ever!

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I was interested in this bag, how are you liking it? Any regrets?

 

[holdmystars]

Can garden party 36 be used as a shoulder bag?

I do. But I think it is meant as a crook of the arm bag.

 

[Miss Al]

I only carry mine on the shoulder when I need to be handsfree for a moment. The straps are not of ideal length and I find the base of the bag quite wide so it tends to bump into things/people when I carry on shoulder. [emoji5]

Thanks for replying. Would GP30 be better then?

I do. But I think it is meant as a crook of the arm bag.

Can the GP 30 be used as a shoulder bag?

 

[catsinthebag]

Thanks for replying. Would GP30 be better then?

Can the GP 30 be used as a shoulder bag?

No. The strap drop is proportional to the bag, so it's smaller on the 30 than the 36. I can't imagine how small you'd have to be to fit a 30 on your shoulder.