The Loewe Puzzle

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#121
I agree with pursekitten that calfskin puzzles are extremely durable bags. I would make your decision based on the color you prefer and the type of leather-smooth versus pebbled. The hardware color doesn’t make much difference on this bag imo. I compared both the tan and the light caramel a couple years ago and preferred the smooth tan color over the pebbled, slightly orangey light caramel color.

A couple years ago I saw the tan puzzle on sale on Ssense.com during blackfriday but it sold out fast. I have bought puzzle bags from Neiman and from Saks during their promotional events and have purchased through rakuten to save an additional 10%. Lately, FP prices have been high for the tan puzzle. It is better to purchase new. The last puzzle I purchased was from bergdorf Goodman. I got 15% off for email sign up and then an additional 10% cash back from rakuten.com. There are ways to save money on these bags. You just have to search a little and sometimes wait a little. Having said that I would pay full price for the puzzle, if I had to, as it is one of my most used bags! It always feels great to get a deal and with the holidays approaching, it’s likely you’ll score a deal. Good luck!
 
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#122
Hi all
Please may I ask those who own a supposedly single coloured puzzle whether there is a difference in colour of the ‘base’ piece ie the piece of leather where all the triangles are stuck on top? I am a bit concerned as to why the base piece is a lot lighter than the rest of the bag.

Thanks in advance!

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onceinawhile said:
Hi all
Please may I ask those who own a supposedly single coloured puzzle whether there is a difference in colour of the ‘base’ piece ie the piece of leather where all the triangles are stuck on top? I am a bit concerned as to why the base piece is a lot lighter than the rest of the bag.

Thanks in advance!

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The color on mine doesn’t match the pebbled leather that’s used throughout the body of the bag, but it does match the handle, side pull tabs and zipper tabs.
 

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#127
ajde.adam said:
What size and color puzzle do you have? I love the shade of brown it is. I thought all their handles were in the smoother leather from what I’ve seen in pics and videos.
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The colour is light caramel in small size, I have been told that the smooth handles are now replaced with pebbled leather! But I am still concerned why the base piece is a shade lighter
 
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onceinawhile said:
The colour is light caramel in small size, I have been told that the smooth handles are now replaced with pebbled leather! But I am still concerned why the base piece is a shade lighter
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Have you checked YouTube? I’ve seen many videos of the caramel puzzle which may help. Also you can always email Loewe with some photos attached and asked them about the colour differences.

I have a sand/mink and that piece of leather is a different shade than the grained part similar to @ajde.adam ‘s picture.

Where did you purchase your bag? Maybe you can exchange if you unsure.
 
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atoizzard5 said:
Have you checked YouTube? I’ve seen many videos of the caramel puzzle which may help. Also you can always email Loewe with some photos attached and asked them about the colour differences.

I have a sand/mink and that piece of leather is a different shade than the grained part similar to @ajde.adam ‘s picture.

Where did you purchase your bag? Maybe you can exchange if you unsure.
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Emailed Loewe and they said sometimes the tone of the leather can be different…
The bag was discounted and purchased from Harrods!
 
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