What Polene are you carrying today?

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#31
After using these bags more I've realized a couple of things I don't like about a few of the bags. I still think the purses are beautiful and so well made. For any of you who are considering these bags yourself, here are some things you might want to consider.

The Beri makes a great evening bag, but I wouldn't recommend it if you're going to be walking around a lot or navigating through lots of people. The bag itself isn't very spacious and the clasp that holds the top handle together kept slipping open. A magnetic clasp would probably work better. The Umi is very structured and when I unzip the purse to get things in and out, the zipper is constantly scratching my hands. That's fine for some people, but I find I prefer purses with more space and designs that make it easier to retrieve things. I assume the Dix would be like this too. The Sept is also very beautiful but if you overstuff it, you can't close it. This is not a problem with my favorite Polene bags so far, the Neuf and the Huit. Those two seem like magic bags with out much you can put inside them, and they are very easy for me to use. Beauty and Function!

I would love to hear other people's experiences with using these handbags, and any tips or tricks they can share. What are your favorite Polene bags?
 
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poleneinblack said:
After using these bags more I've realized a couple of things I don't like about a few of the bags. I still think the purses are beautiful and so well made. For any of you who are considering these bags yourself, here are some things you might want to consider.

The Beri makes a great evening bag, but I wouldn't recommend it if you're going to be walking around a lot or navigating through lots of people. The bag itself isn't very spacious and the clasp that holds the top handle together kept slipping open. A magnetic clasp would probably work better. The Umi is very structured and when I unzip the purse to get things in and out, the zipper is constantly scratching my hands. That's fine for some people, but I find I prefer purses with more space and designs that make it easier to retrieve things. I assume the Dix would be like this too. The Sept is also very beautiful but if you overstuff it, you can't close it. This is not a problem with my favorite Polene bags so far, the Neuf and the Huit. Those two seem like magic bags with out much you can put inside them, and they are very easy for me to use. Beauty and Function!

I would love to hear other people's experiences with using these handbags, and any tips or tricks they can share. What are your favorite Polene bags?
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FYI I think the focus of this thread is just folks showcasing their Polene bags as they wear them. The other thread where you also posted this is probably the right place to generate discussion.
 
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Jereni said:
FYI I think the focus of this thread is just folks showcasing their Polene bags as they wear them. The other thread where you also posted this is probably the right place to generate discussion.
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Thanks for the reminder. I can't delete it so I just won't do it next time. :D Have some purse pictures from last week. I'm pretty sure I didn't post these before.
 

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JenJBS said:
It's warm toned. Brown based burgundy rather than purple based. I wear a lot of black tops and jeans, so I don't worry about matching my clothes. Sorry I can't be more help.
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Thank you! Some of the pictures make it look more purple, so thank you for your information. I appreciate the warm tone though, because I had problems with camel color specifically because it was yellow/tan tone but also cool toned, so it clashed with my skin tone.
 
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Antonia said:
We need a thread with photo's of us WEARING our Polene bags. I only saw one photo (above) where someone posted wearing their bag. I can start a new thread if you think it's a good idea?? I like visuals of the bags worn and that way you can tell how it will look on you if you are trying to get an idea of size.
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I have a pic of me carrying my #10 I can add. And I think Jereni has a few pics wearing a Polene bag.
 
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