Super great comparison vlog Mary! Very detailed and informative! I purchased my Celine Small 16 on August 30, 2023 from the Celine website (it was shipped from Italy) for $5200 CAD (before taxes). It’s shocking to see that just 3.5 months later, this exact same bag is now retailing at $5914 CAD (before taxes). That’s a $700 jump!💰How discouraging. If I had to choose just one bag between the two, it would definitely be the Celine 16. Maybe that’s because I own it so I’m a little bit biased. The quality and craftsmanship of this bag is exceptional and the smell of the leather is sublime! If our dollar was on par with the USD, let me tell ya, I’d be adding many more bags to my collection! I love Canada. I do not love our weak dollar. 😕
This is SOOOOO incredibly helpful!!!! Your thoughts are so meaningful to (I’m sure) all of us as we trust your style and opinion very much 🤎 There’s something so special about both of these bags, they both truly are just out of this world gorgeous. You’re actually confirming my own decision to have gone with the 16 first, however also confirming that The Row Sofia 8.75 will still be needing to make its way into my collection as they both are complimentary yet different to each other. And just so damn pretty to put it bluntly 🥰😍❤️
The row handbag reminds me of the bag Mia by the Michael Kors Collection 2019. I have it in calf hair made in Italy. From his high end range. Both bags are lovely
Jessie’s Style made a video talking about The Row bags, she didn’t talk about the Sofia, but she mentioned most The Row bags look like they were inspired by “vintage Hermes bags” I think the Sofia bag has a lot of similarities to the Constance bag. I own a Constance in Black Epsom, the interior is their Swift leather or smooth lambskin like the Sofia. It seems like The Row is inspired by Hermes craftsmanship, or at least the vintage Hermes style. Which makes sense since the Olsen twins loved using vintage Hermes bags before they made their own brand
Love this comparison! Both bags seem very similar. I will need to check out the Sophia next time I’m downtown. Have you seen the Sophia in a brown croc? 🤎😘
This was so helpful because I had to youtube search for this. I love both bags, but I don't like the bulkiness of the Celine 16, nor the padlock. Atm I don't want any faff so I'm drawn to the Sofia because of how simple it is, the structure...I do wish it had the top handle with an option for a shoulder strap (or at least space to put one in)...but that's something maybe for me to overlook.
I bought the Sofia in the pebbled leather which came in crossbody. The clasp didn't stay closed when I walked. I ordered a second to see if it was an issue and also asked the rep to tighten the lock. Both bags didn't say closed when I walked. Huge deal breaker. Celine won in this case.
Ohh interesting to know! I didn't know it came in a pebble, but would make a difference in terms of scratches. Definitely the Celine overcomes a lot of the cons. Thank you so much for watching and sharing❤
Dear Mary - I really like your channel, thank you for sharing your content! I was wondering if you might have a few recommendations for me as I seem to not be able to find what I am looking for. I need a classic navy blue leather evening bag, ideally with both top handle and cross-body strap. As I am 181cm tall, it doesn’t need to be tiny. When it comes to brands I am looking for a great shape and craftsmenship - the brand is not as important. I am really struggeling to find something and thought as you seem to really know your bags - I wanted to ask. Many thanks in advance and have a lovely evening from Copenhagen, Denmark - Laura
Super great comparison vlog Mary! Very detailed and informative! I purchased my Celine Small 16 on August 30, 2023 from the Celine website (it was shipped from Italy) for $5200 CAD (before taxes). It’s shocking to see that just 3.5 months later, this exact same bag is now retailing at $5914 CAD (before taxes). That’s a $700 jump!💰How discouraging. If I had to choose just one bag between the two, it would definitely be the Celine 16. Maybe that’s because I own it so I’m a little bit biased. The quality and craftsmanship of this bag is exceptional and the smell of the leather is sublime! If our dollar was on par with the USD, let me tell ya, I’d be adding many more bags to my collection! I love Canada. I do not love our weak dollar. 😕
Enjoy these two gorgeous bags!
This is SOOOOO incredibly helpful!!!! Your thoughts are so meaningful to (I’m sure) all of us as we trust your style and opinion very much 🤎
There’s something so special about both of these bags, they both truly are just out of this world gorgeous. You’re actually confirming my own decision to have gone with the 16 first, however also confirming that The Row Sofia 8.75 will still be needing to make its way into my collection as they both are complimentary yet different to each other. And just so damn pretty to put it bluntly 🥰😍❤️
Hi Mary, great comparison both beautiful bag so do lean toward Celine though it seems to have more intricate details.💚💚💚
The row handbag reminds me of the bag Mia by the Michael Kors Collection 2019. I have it in calf hair made in Italy. From his high end range.
Both bags are lovely
Celine 16: Better design, better craftsmanship. Love structured designs in general.
Yes for me too
Great review Mary , thankyou, love the Sofia too 🙈🥰😘
Jessie’s Style made a video talking about The Row bags, she didn’t talk about the Sofia, but she mentioned most The Row bags look like they were inspired by “vintage Hermes bags”
I think the Sofia bag has a lot of similarities to the Constance bag.
I own a Constance in Black Epsom, the interior is their Swift leather or smooth lambskin like the Sofia. It seems like The Row is inspired by Hermes craftsmanship, or at least the vintage Hermes style.
Which makes sense since the Olsen twins loved using vintage Hermes bags before they made their own brand
Love this comparison! Both bags seem very similar. I will need to check out the Sophia next time I’m downtown. Have you seen the Sophia in a brown croc? 🤎😘
I have not in person but I imagine the croc version is stunning. I hear the Row does exotics so well!! Thank you so much for watching❤
This was so helpful because I had to youtube search for this. I love both bags, but I don't like the bulkiness of the Celine 16, nor the padlock. Atm I don't want any faff so I'm drawn to the Sofia because of how simple it is, the structure...I do wish it had the top handle with an option for a shoulder strap (or at least space to put one in)...but that's something maybe for me to overlook.
Yes the Sofia is definitely slimmer and has a cleaner look. Going strictly top handle was a gradual thing for me. Thank you so much for watching❤️
Hope you’re having the best day Mary
I bought the Sofia in the pebbled leather which came in crossbody. The clasp didn't stay closed when I walked. I ordered a second to see if it was an issue and also asked the rep to tighten the lock. Both bags didn't say closed when I walked. Huge deal breaker. Celine won in this case.
Ohh interesting to know! I didn't know it came in a pebble, but would make a difference in terms of scratches. Definitely the Celine overcomes a lot of the cons. Thank you so much for watching and sharing❤
I prefer the Celine
The Celine 16 is the better bag
Dear Mary - I really like your channel, thank you for sharing your content! I was wondering if you might have a few recommendations for me as I seem to not be able to find what I am looking for. I need a classic navy blue leather evening bag, ideally with both top handle and cross-body strap. As I am 181cm tall, it doesn’t need to be tiny. When it comes to brands I am looking for a great shape and craftsmenship - the brand is not as important. I am really struggeling to find something and thought as you seem to really know your bags - I wanted to ask. Many thanks in advance and have a lovely evening from Copenhagen, Denmark - Laura
Please can you share where is the sweater from ?
It's Mugler a few years ago from the outnet. Thank you for watching❤
I wish the the 16 had the Sophia clasp 😅
Good comparison review. That said. Not a fan of of small structure bags
celine 16 has silver hardware in larger sizes!
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