The Loewe Balloon

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kissowl

kissowl

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Dec 24, 2009
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#1
Hi all!
I’m trying to decide between Balloon and Hammock. I’m more familiar with the Hammock since it’s been around for years but I couldn’t even find much info or review about the Balloon on TPF. I’m eager to learn more about this bag so hoping someone can chime in and share pros and cons. TIA!
 
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kissowl said:
Hi all!
I’m trying to decide between Balloon and Hammock. I’m more familiar with the Hammock since it’s been around for years but I couldn’t even find much info or review about the Balloon on TPF. I’m eager to learn more about this bag so hoping someone can chime in and share pros and cons. TIA!
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I just purchased with balloon. like @GrRoxy has said, it is a little cumbersome to get into - i didn't realize the draw string is on BOTH sides of the bag (e.g., you have to pull from the front and back of the bag) in order to loosen it. It makes it very secure, but if you have it fully closed, you will need two hands. that said, i just keep mine a little open so i can get in and out quickly. it also comes with two straps so you could have it on the long strap to get in if it's closed too tight. the leather is amazing per usual on all loewe bags. While i don't own the hammock, I would wager the balloon is much more secure. hope this helps!
 
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It's S$1,900 - very cute but really doesn't hold much (of course) but more than the nano puzzle because it's an open top bag so to speak (the SA stuffed her phone in and it kiiiind of works). Strap is not removable as well.
 
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Cute but impractical! These tiny, tiny bags to me look like they belong on a child! Just my opinion, if I’m going to spend big bucks I want whatever to hold more than my phone! Lol!:angel::biggrin:
 
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honey.dew said:
I don't understand these ultra small sizes! Are they actually meant to hold anything? I wouldn't mind a size between the small and the nano!
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agreed a size between small and nano would be perfect! Maybe they’ll make it since they haven’t used the word “mini” lol.


mi.kay said:
i think the ultra small one is an accessory to be worn on the neck like a necklace?
(i struggle with the concept of useless small bags that can't fit a phone)
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ah I think you’re right .. bottega has a similar neck bag which is a mini pouch… Chanel has an air pod case necklace. I guess we’ll see how Loewe styles this one
 
#13
The balloon bag comes in three sizes - small, medium and large. The large isn't very common so you will normally see the small (with long strap only) and the medium (with long strap as well as a handheld strap). The smallest one in the picture is the nano, it's already kind of the size of a neck pouch so to go even smaller would turn it into a bag charm at best heh.

Edit: it seems like the small balloon bag now has two versions - one with a top handle carry option and one without.
 
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