What do you think of Longchamp bags?

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#226
BEBEPURSE said:
It's just an updated Dooney thing. The bags are in that bracket and I am sure the popularity of them will fade, as did the Dooneys.
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I respectfully disagree.

Longchamp has popular for a long time and seen as a staple in many European women's wardrobes. I didn't get the appeal of them initially, but once I started carrying them, I really appreciated how practical, durable and useful they are for my lifestyle. I'm not someone who likes a lot of hardware and crazy stuff hanging off my bags, so they suit me perfectly. And all of mine are made in France, and I enjoy knowing that fact.

If you don't like them, no worries. There are plenty of other brands to choose from.
 
#227
I have a medium one. I had wondered the same thing myself. It is light and very comfortable to carry, but it's not worth $145 at all. It's just nylon with leather handles. I baby all of my bags and the corners on my Longchamp tote are starting to wear, which is extremely disappointing. I have nylon Le Sportsac totes that hold up better and they were far less $! My lunch spilled in it once (stupid tupperware cover slipped off) and I was glad that I could simply wipe it up though.

So, now I rarely ever carry it because I have to be gentle with it. Silly for me to think I could carry a few notebooks to class with it :P Then, when the notebooks were in the bag, they flopped all over the place, there is simply no structure to it. Add that caveat to the pitiful pocket they stick in there - why bother with a pocket at all? I can see how it'd be handy as a carry-on bag since you can just squish it under the seat in front of you though.

They are absolutely overrated, IMO. I won't be getting another, that's for sure. Maybe if they were $50, that's all they're worth to me...they do have some nice colors. I am glad I got one to see what the fuss was all about - I'm not wondering any more!
 
#229
I also did not understand the appeal of the Le Pliages - until I purchased one! Now I have three and they are the most fabulous versatile day to day bags you could ever wish for. I was (well still am, slightly:rolleyes:) a huge LV fan and have put my LVs away at the moment in favor of using my Le Pliages. I travel frequently and my Le Pliage has replaced my LV Neverful as my travel companion - zip-up and secure though airport scanning and putting in the overhead compartment, also no need to worry about carrying it in an unknown destination (safety wise), strong and durable.

I have two LE ones (the Eiffel Tower and Statue of Liberty) plus a plain one. The color range is amazing and they just fit into any lifestyle.

But as already mentioned, you don't have to like them! But I love mine!
 
#230
Completely agree with TejasMama and Princess Pink. Got a couple for my teenage daughters because "EVERYONE" had one, so of course, they HAD to have one too. Decided to order one for myself...just because. I'm now totally addicted. My everyday bag is an LV Totally GM. I carry a large Pillage in it at all times to stuff my Totally into when it's raining. It's also the perfect tote to have with you for those small grocery runs an other purchases. It is virtually indestructable and I've carried enough stuff in it that it's uncomfortably heavy (think 7 big cans of stewed tomatoes...don't ask!) and it doesn't even break a sweat. I travel a lot for work and no longer even consider carrying one of my "good" bags onboard. I stuff this puppy in the overhead or under my seat without a second thought. The only think it lacks is a large interior zippered pocket, but it's a relatively small oversight for an otherwise perfect bag. Wipes clean with a cloth and collapses into nothing and can carry an enormous amount of weight. Also sits perfectly on my shoulder. Well worth the money in my opinion.
 
#232
I agree with Maggien on the travel point--when I travel, I always take a Le Pliage as a carryon bag. It's extremely light and holds a great deal without looking like a huge duffel bag. The zipper top is great for going through security and cramming under airline seats. They also fold up so I can put one in an other bag if needed to use once I get to my location.

I've owned a variety of designers and I do enjoy the leather bags I have, but when it comes to just daily carry and practicality, I usually reach for a Longchamp bag.
 
#233
SPOILEDkiwi said:
They are foldable, which is the reason they lack structure.
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Yeah, at least I know now that foldability/portability isn't important to me - I'd rather have a bag with structure. That's how I like to learn - the hard way! I didn't think it'd be so much of a big deal...if you're carrying clothes, no biggie, but if you want it for school, it's not the greatest choice :(
 
#234
BEBEPURSE said:
It's just an updated Dooney thing. The bags are in that bracket and I am sure the popularity of them will fade, as did the Dooneys.
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I disagree as well.

These bags have been around for a LONG time (they were introduced in 1993). I think they go in and out of popularity--right now there's just more buzz than normal. But they are a staple tote.
 
#236
When I lived in L.A. 5 years ago, I was surprised to see that the people were crazy about such a nylon bag and I was not at all close to buy one...
Well, some years later back in Europe, I am very pleased to have 3 Longchamp Pliages bags in different colours, sizes and handle length. I travel a lot and they are a perfect travel mate;-). Lightweight, it fits a lot, even the medium size and you dont have to worry about rain.
 
#238
I got my first Le Pliage in 1996 (a gorgeous sunshine yellow), and I carried it until it literally fell apart!
They just are so versatile, you don´t have to worry about stains, they are reasonably priced (at least in Europe), so for me they are the perfect addition to my warderobe.
I also love the Longchamp leather bags, but Le Pliage is something very special. And no comparison to Goyard pricewise and qualitywise - the handles of Goyard tend to crack by just looking at them!
 
#239
I have three of the pliages and I love them. First saw it as the large travel bag and really loved it. Then found the medium ones to be great for when I didn't want to get the Hermes wet or banged up and they are just so lightweight and easy to carry that I started using them a lot. I put them away for a while and am back to using them for travel but they are a great wardrobe staple and a nice bit of cheap chic when you want it...
 
#240
i had to read this thread when I read the title. I see so many people wear them! Personally I dont like them because they look too plain,id rather just use a canvas tote to be casual (less expensive,same concept), just my opinion.
 
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