Coach was my first luxury love in the '90's, but I haven't felt the same since then. Moved on to Loewe, Bottega, Dior etc. The larger bag made me stop in my tracks. The burnished, ombre finish and rich colour is stunning. Well done Autumn....this is a gem!
I love the soft empire carryall 40 in the burnished merlot !!!!!! The only reason why I didn’t purchase the bag is because it’s too big for my needs at this point in my life but it’s definitely worth having in anyone’s collection. This bag is still living rent free in my head but I just know that it won’t get much use congratulations on snaggigg no this beautiful bag I hope you enjoy her 😍🍁🍂
The 26 size of the Empire is my preferred size. Seeing the bags in person totally changed my opinion on the sizes. Coach did a great job with the Empire!
Seeing them in-person is everything! Both bags are gorgeous--so sophisticated, so classy♥! They both look gorgeous on you! I have my eye on the soft Empire, size 40. I keep buying Coach because I love the brand and feel that I'm getting top quality for reasonable prices. Congrats, Autumn, on these great picks!! Enjoy them!!💕♥🥰
Those two bags are so beautiful,Autumn!I would probably go for the smaller one or the one immediately after that.The leather looks so luxurious,really amazing.😍😍
I was at our mall last Wednesday and I purchased the same bag and the same color Maple. I loved all the colors and would have been happy with any one of them. I went in the store wanted the Swing Zip but they were all sold out. I was surprised at a couple bags that I saw online that looked average size and then I went to the store and they were so dinky. I was shocked. Isn’t the Merlot beautiful. I don’t blame you one bit for going back.
Totally agree with your assessment of the bag charm. I have the bundled one with the Empire State Building and the yellow taxi feels cheap. I’ve seen matchbox cars more substantial than that taxi. Other than that I love it!
I wish Coach would list the weight of their bags on line. Thanks for saying it doesn’t feel heavy empty. That was a concern of mine. I don’t like center zip dividers either, which is why I went with the 40. Wish the 35 didn’t have a center divider.
The maple color is beautiful - it actually goes really well with your dark green top. It will look really nice next to your green bags if you put it on the shelf 🍁💚
I’ve been seeing some videos on the Empire 40 and I didn’t understand the fuss. When I saw it in person I completely changed my mind. The videos don’t capture how great the leather looks. I bought the 40 in navy, even though I went to the store to look at the Times Square Tabby.
Funny story, I saw this bag when it came out last month. Loved it and then put it out of my mind. Yesterday, I saw this video of yours and fell in love again. So, I decided to buy the 40 in the Empire, Merlot. It was in my shopping cart and then I had a moment of hesitation and decided to think it through in the shower. After the shower, I sat down to buy it, not realizing I had the last one. It got scooped! I was so upset. I signed up for notification and luckily, this morning there were more. So I pounced!
Just picked up the Carryall 40 in brown yesterday. Tried to order online and my order got canceled! I happened to try two locations near me and one had it in brown. Beautiful bag! Started using it right away and love it! So glad I bought it! ❤
So I never buy hype bags. I saw this video, and it was instant lust for the 40 Merlot. They were just released in my country this week, I walked into a store 30 mins ago and snapped up the last one (was a wait list bag someone did not pick up). There was one last 48, but it was just too large to wear as a crossbody and I don't need another travel bag. A work bag was the need I am a bespoke designer gal, but this bag spoke to me. So I am now an IT bag owner. Now to break the purchase to my partner (this bag won't be going to any Outlet store anytime soon, so full price for a Coach is a rarity for me). Thanks for your review lovey ❤
I just saw and touched the smaller bag in the same color at a local store. I did not liked it as much as I had imagined when I saw it online. But the leather in the larger bag looks absolutely yummy. Congrats!
I like the first bag you got and I agree with you that if there was other colour options, would be better. Coach is seen a lot more in my city, so Coach is doing well financially. I enjoyed watching this reveal. ❤
Lovely bags thanks for the review! I have a similar bag from 2017 the cooper carryall also in glove tanned leather. It doesn't show scratches at all, softened a little nicely too.
Awesome bag I just got my empire 26 on Sunday.!! You are going to love this bag. I wanted a burgundy color, but it was not in store . Congratulations on a excellent choice!
Great video Autumn! I was originally eyeballing the Empire 26, but I did’t like that the bag is so open. I take public transportation, so I have to be cautious of someone trying to dip their hand in my bag, but now I’m reconsidering. The way the bag sits when crossbodied does hide the fact that it’s open. Also I’m happy to see that the middle compartment is deeper than it looks. I might be able to fit my keys, small wallet, and phone in there safely. If it ever goes on sale I’ll try to grab one.
Merlot twin!!! Congrats! The 40 is pretty light, I was surprised. Now I want the 26, too😂 Thanks for comparing the leathers. Glad to see you’re feeling better!
Thank you Autumn….love your videos😊❤. Pretty maple/ chocolate brown color bag 26. IMO…. I love dividers so things are organized and have space for my phone and know it won’t move. I may check out the tan color. I have the bowling bag I. The beautiful lime green but the one thing that highly bothers me about the bowling bag is the fact that the zipper scratches my hand when I get into the purse. I don’t have large hands at all, yet the zipper always scratches my hand. I like this one where the openings are open with only the middle compartment. The merlot bag is such a beautiful bag but I would never carry such a big bag. May wait and see if they will have in 26 size.
Hi just saw these bags in a boutique near me. They are stunning. I just wish the “medium” size does not have a divider. I am too short to wear the “large” size. I got a pretzel 🥨 charm for my pillow Madison. Love your videos.
Thanks for sharing your purchases with us. I am really appreciating this fall collection from Coach. I picked up a maple/brown Brooklyn 39 shoulder bag and Times Square tabby 20 in navy, 💗them both!!! I considered the Empire carryall but didn’t pull the trigger because it reminds me of the Coach Ace satchel which I have three of.
Your two new handbags are gorgeous ! Congratulations you now have the momma bag, and the baby bag. I must say that I really like the smaller one. ❤Coach
I knew I needed something in Maple, and I loved the look of the Empire but I had some of the same concerns as you. This video makes it look great, I'll have to go see it in person for sure!
The burnished leather is just gorgeous! The size 40 is awesome and would be practical for every day/work use. Why wouldn't they attach the strap keeper? Odd! I like the thicker straps like that.
Thank you for sharing! I too kind of took this one off my radar because I wanted that slouchy look that we saw in the runway photos. Hoping it comes back in stock on the website soon! 😊
Omg I love them both, can’t decide which one I like most, hope these come to Europe soon. The color of the bigger one omg drooling… this is basically coach’s birkin ( or Margaux )
The Empire bags are cute. Not to different than The Row Margaux bag. I bought the Margaux a few months ago and I like it. I may have to try the Empire too. Glad you are on the mend.
Excellent video, Autumn. You provided such rich description of these beautiful bags. Do you think the 40 will become an iconic "hard to find" bag? Or will Coach flood the market?
thank you for the wonderful reviews! I was very curious about the merlot in the 40 size. I was going to stop buying coach this year, but I think you just sold me on that bag! I do wish the handles folded down tho. i wonder if they're going to make other bags in this material and color. I love the burnished look!
The large one is similar to the Row Margaux bag at a much reasonable price. It's going to be a hit. No doubt!😅
True! And more beautiful than the Row Margaux imo
Coach was my first luxury love in the '90's, but I haven't felt the same since then. Moved on to Loewe, Bottega, Dior etc. The larger bag made me stop in my tracks. The burnished, ombre finish and rich colour is stunning. Well done Autumn....this is a gem!
This bag reminds me a lot of The Row Margaux bag. What a great affordable alternative. ❤
Drool. Coach hits it out of the park again. Beautiful bags, love the burnished look
Big bags are really back! Coach's "Margaux" version!
I love the soft empire carryall 40 in the burnished merlot !!!!!! The only reason why I didn’t purchase the bag is because it’s too big for my needs at this point in my life but it’s definitely worth having in anyone’s collection. This bag is still living rent free in my head but I just know that it won’t get much use congratulations on snaggigg no this beautiful bag I hope you enjoy her 😍🍁🍂
The 26 size of the Empire is my preferred size. Seeing the bags in person totally changed my opinion on the sizes. Coach did a great job with the Empire!
At first I wanted the 40, but it looked huge and I thought it would get heavy. I went with the 26. I hope I like it!
The 26 is amazing. I purchased the 26 and a row Margaux 10. I returned the Margaux. The 26 was better quality and a fraction of the price
Great video. Thanks for talking to me about this bag all day. The 40 is just GORGEOUS!
Wowza, I love the look of the burnished leather.
These are beautiful! So happy you went back for the 40!
The larger bag is my favourite. The quality of the leather comes through on screen. Enjoy 💜
The large one is STUNNING. I need it in that exact same color, OMG.
I heard they're being restocked in October.
Seeing them in-person is everything! Both bags are gorgeous--so sophisticated, so classy♥! They both look gorgeous on you! I have my eye on the soft Empire, size 40. I keep buying Coach because I love the brand and feel that I'm getting top quality for reasonable prices. Congrats, Autumn, on these great picks!! Enjoy them!!💕♥🥰
The larger bag looks beautiful and the colour is amazing!
Those two bags are so beautiful,Autumn!I would probably go for the smaller one or the one immediately after that.The leather looks so luxurious,really amazing.😍😍
😮😮😮Autumn, those are serious handbags. Yes, they look better in person that on line. Excellent video👏🏾👏🏽👏🏿Glad you are feeling a bit better 😎
I just bought my first tabby. I’m so incredibly excited. It’s the Daisy print from the spring collection. It was on sale. So win.
Well that was certainly a plot twist! Thank you for the thorough reviews and for explaining what you didn't like about the pieces you didn't get. xoxo
I was at our mall last Wednesday and I purchased the same bag and the same color Maple. I loved all the colors and would have been happy with any one of them. I went in the store wanted the Swing Zip but they were all sold out. I was surprised at a couple bags that I saw online that looked average size and then I went to the store and they were so dinky. I was shocked. Isn’t the Merlot beautiful. I don’t blame you one bit for going back.
That big bag is AMAZING
Totally agree with your assessment of the bag charm. I have the bundled one with the Empire State Building and the yellow taxi feels cheap. I’ve seen matchbox cars more substantial than that taxi. Other than that I love it!
Gorgeous bags Autumn! Enjoy and wear them in good health and happiness!
The leather is beautiful. The sizes are great, but the bigger one would be too heavy for me. I'm glad you have them. Enjoy!
That Merlot is gorgeous.
The large bag is stunning. 😍😍
Second bag. Wow! Wow! Wow!
These bags are wonderful! I was not interested in it at alll but after watching you handle and show them; now I think I need one!!!😊
I wish Coach would list the weight of their bags on line. Thanks for saying it doesn’t feel heavy empty. That was a concern of mine. I don’t like center zip dividers either, which is why I went with the 40. Wish the 35 didn’t have a center divider.
The maple color is beautiful - it actually goes really well with your dark green top. It will look really nice next to your green bags if you put it on the shelf 🍁💚
Omg!! The 40 Merlot is beautiful! Thank you for the review! Mine arrives tomorrow and I’m so excited! I may get the new charms to dress it up
I’ve been seeing some videos on the Empire 40 and I didn’t understand the fuss. When I saw it in person I completely changed my mind. The videos don’t capture how great the leather looks. I bought the 40 in navy, even though I went to the store to look at the Times Square Tabby.
I love the navy Tabby time square. It would be stunning in 26 size 😅
Thanks for showing it to us, I just made a decision to get the 40 not the 48
Such a thorough explanation of these beautiful bags!
I am so happy you purchased the Merlot! It is heavenly! I’ve been in mine for a few days as a work tote and I am completely smitten.Enjoy!❤
both beautiful bags. quality is topnotch. and surely not ridiculously priced.
Beautiful leather. Zipper on a large bag is the sensible thing to do.
I agree, I like open compartment bags as well. That’s what made me return the denim tabby.
Same! The boxed model was scratched so I went with the floor. It’s very delicate.
That empire carryall is everything 😮
Funny story, I saw this bag when it came out last month. Loved it and then put it out of my mind. Yesterday, I saw this video of yours and fell in love again. So, I decided to buy the 40 in the Empire, Merlot. It was in my shopping cart and then I had a moment of hesitation and decided to think it through in the shower. After the shower, I sat down to buy it, not realizing I had the last one. It got scooped! I was so upset. I signed up for notification and luckily, this morning there were more. So I pounced!
Wow! So glad you got one!
I love all of the information you put into a video.
But so beautiful. Looks like old school coach ❤
love that larger one too. gorgeous colour. the empire reminds me of the row margeaux
Just picked up the Carryall 40 in brown yesterday. Tried to order online and my order got canceled! I happened to try two locations near me and one had it in brown. Beautiful bag! Started using it right away and love it! So glad I bought it! ❤
I felt exactly the same about the Times Square tabby! I’m leaning towards the small carry all instead as well…still thinking about it
So I never buy hype bags. I saw this video, and it was instant lust for the 40 Merlot. They were just released in my country this week, I walked into a store 30 mins ago and snapped up the last one (was a wait list bag someone did not pick up). There was one last 48, but it was just too large to wear as a crossbody and I don't need another travel bag. A work bag was the need I am a bespoke designer gal, but this bag spoke to me. So I am now an IT bag owner. Now to break the purchase to my partner (this bag won't be going to any Outlet store anytime soon, so full price for a Coach is a rarity for me). Thanks for your review lovey ❤
Congrats on scoring that bag! What luck!
Autumn, these two bags are supremely gorgeous! Love your detailed reviews. 😊
The merlot is gorgeous. The buckle features on both are nice.
just bought that colour in the larger size and I love it
Both bags are beautiful. The 40 is on my radar. Thank you for all your detail.
I just saw and touched the smaller bag in the same color at a local store. I did not liked it as much as I had imagined when I saw it online. But the leather in the larger bag looks absolutely yummy. Congrats!
Oh boy! Now I need to go have a look at the larger bag! 😍
I’m so glad you are well enough to do a video! I’ve missed them! I have the Apple charm coming. Love the Merlot bag ❤️❤️
I like the first bag you got and I agree with you that if there was other colour options, would be better. Coach is seen a lot more in my city, so Coach is doing well financially. I enjoyed watching this reveal. ❤
Lovely bags thanks for the review! I have a similar bag from 2017 the cooper carryall also in glove tanned leather. It doesn't show scratches at all, softened a little nicely too.
Gorgeous bags. I have been intrigued by the empire bag. Will have to see all the sizes in person. Thanks for the video.
I got the 28cm Empire in maple. It's looks and feels great.
The large bag is a lovely colour.
Both of those bags are gorgeous! Love both colors
Wow that big bag is beautiful! Thanks for sharing! ❤
I love it when Auntie Autumn posts videos. ❤
Hoping for a burgundy in this size!!!
The first bag reminds me in a few ways of the cooper carryall
Great video! Thanks for sharing ❤ I’ve been loving that small empire bag online and now I’m all the more tempted!!!
I absolutely love the Merlot bag
Awesome bag I just got my empire 26 on Sunday.!! You are going to love this bag. I wanted a burgundy color, but it was not in store . Congratulations on a excellent choice!
so so happy I want the carryall 40 in merlot and dark nary and all zip round card case and charms so happy for you Autumn the 40 is my dream bag
Gorgeous bags!!! The video was very informative!!!🤗
Great video Autumn! I was originally eyeballing the Empire 26, but I did’t like that the bag is so open. I take public transportation, so I have to be cautious of someone trying to dip their hand in my bag, but now I’m reconsidering. The way the bag sits when crossbodied does hide the fact that it’s open. Also I’m happy to see that the middle compartment is deeper than it looks. I might be able to fit my keys, small wallet, and phone in there safely. If it ever goes on sale I’ll try to grab one.
Gorgeous bags, good choices. Love the merlot color, it's a classy neutral and goes with everything. Congrats on your new bags.
Wowie, wow, wow! Stunning bags, hope you enjoy them to the fullest!🎉
I enjoyed your video, they remind me of my first work bag. Thank you, for gift ideas👜
Your video was just the validation I needed today to keep both Time Square Tabbies I *accidentally* 😂purchased (a 17 in Merlot and a 20 in green).
Merlot twin!!! Congrats! The 40 is pretty light, I was surprised. Now I want the 26, too😂 Thanks for comparing the leathers. Glad to see you’re feeling better!
Gorgeous Merlot bag. Wonderful.
Thank you Autumn….love your videos😊❤. Pretty maple/ chocolate brown color bag 26. IMO…. I love dividers so things are organized and have space for my phone and know it won’t move. I may check out the tan color. I have the bowling bag I. The beautiful lime green but the one thing that highly bothers me about the bowling bag is the fact that the zipper scratches my hand when I get into the purse. I don’t have large hands at all, yet the zipper always scratches my hand. I like this one where the openings are open with only the middle compartment. The merlot bag is such a beautiful bag but I would never carry such a big bag. May wait and see if they will have in 26 size.
Hi just saw these bags in a boutique near me. They are stunning. I just wish the “medium” size does not have a divider. I am too short to wear the “large” size. I got a pretzel 🥨 charm for my pillow Madison. Love your videos.
Autumn those bags are just beautiful-🤩
Thanks for sharing your purchases with us. I am really appreciating this fall collection from Coach. I picked up a maple/brown Brooklyn 39 shoulder bag and Times Square tabby 20 in navy, 💗them both!!! I considered the Empire carryall but didn’t pull the trigger because it reminds me of the Coach Ace satchel which I have three of.
Love the fall colors! Just picked up the Merlot Empire 40 today!! It’s so beautiful 😊
The empire 40 is beautiful. I really want the navy.
Wow, your Empire Carryall in burnished Merlot leather is so stunning! The small one is cute, too. Enjoy your new bags!
Autumn! Thanks for the in depth review! I have been dreaming of the empire 40 bag. So glad to see you handling it. I gotta get it in black!!!!
Omg friend both bags are gorgeous but that 40cm is oh sooooo good ❤
Your two new handbags are gorgeous ! Congratulations you now have the momma bag, and the baby bag. I must say that I really like the smaller one. ❤Coach
I knew I needed something in Maple, and I loved the look of the Empire but I had some of the same concerns as you. This video makes it look great, I'll have to go see it in person for sure!
I think I am influenced to get the 26. Beautiful bags.
The burnished leather is just gorgeous! The size 40 is awesome and would be practical for every day/work use. Why wouldn't they attach the strap keeper? Odd! I like the thicker straps like that.
Thank you for sharing! I too kind of took this one off my radar because I wanted that slouchy look that we saw in the runway photos. Hoping it comes back in stock on the website soon! 😊
Omg I love them both, can’t decide which one I like most, hope these come to Europe soon. The color of the bigger one omg drooling… this is basically coach’s birkin ( or Margaux )
The Empire bags are cute. Not to different than The Row Margaux bag. I bought the Margaux a few months ago and I like it. I may have to try the Empire too. Glad you are on the mend.
Beautiful bags,congrats on getting them 😊💚
Excellent video, Autumn. You provided such rich description of these beautiful bags. Do you think the 40 will become an iconic "hard to find" bag? Or will Coach flood the market?
I think it could but they just restocked these so I hope everyone who wants one can get it. go.magik.ly/ml/253pi/
Hi Autumn! I like that style and wow the big one is gorgeous! 😃
Both are absolutely exquisite ‼️
Both bags are gorgeous, love the colours 👜👜👏👏♥️🇨🇦
Both bags are beautiful!
Beautiful quality…..with a belt on the side…reminds me of another but with its own character, thank you for sharing.
thank you for the wonderful reviews! I was very curious about the merlot in the 40 size. I was going to stop buying coach this year, but I think you just sold me on that bag! I do wish the handles folded down tho. i wonder if they're going to make other bags in this material and color. I love the burnished look!