Hey gorgeous! I sold my YSL College bag when I decided to go for the Metis. Since they’re so similar I couldn’t justify keeping the YSL. I ended up having quality issues with the Metis and after scouring the internet and reading the numerous similar complaints people had I was just disappointed and sold it eventually. I couldn’t handle having to go back to the store regularly to get it glazed again. In hindsight I miss the College bag: used it for over a year and it got beaten and loved and was in meticulous condition when I sold it. It does fit less than the Metis though. I do find both of the bags are stunning, so should you go for the Metis I cross my fingers you wont get any issues. I loved it! 😘😘❤️
Oh so sad to hear you got issues with it. But you had the canvas one or am I mistaken? Because with the black leather one I don't have any problems, might be a better option (no glazing = no glazing issues :D)
Hi Sophie,the college bag is a beauty and so is the pochette Métis. I have both in black , the Métis is easier to pack and bigger. The YSL is smarter. The sac de jour is stunning , I have that too but in medium. Very chic !
Also Sophie if you do get a college bag get a newer one because with the older ones the YSL logo position is placed lower on the flap and can get caught onto things and be a bit annoying. Quite recently they have moved that YSL logo up on the bags which i personally prefer just letting you know!
I bought the LV pochette metis in black empriente leather in July last year and I love it. The idea was that I would keep it to use as a travel handbag, it's perfect for that, or other occasions when I am out somewhere nice and want to be hands free. But it very quickly became my go to black bag and I wear it far more than I thought I would because it is simple but stunning and so practical. It looks really small yet I can fit heaps of stuff into it, a lot more than will fit into the Chanel jumbo. The empriente leather is also very soft and comfortable to wear. Even loaded to the max I barely know I have it on. So in the 6 months I have had it l've worn it a lot and so far it's not showing any wear and tear at all. At the time I bought it I looked at the YSL collage as well but decided in favour of the metis. The show stopper for me with the collage was that the strap isn't adjustable and can't be worn cross body. When you stand up on public transport a cross body strap is a big safety feature and non negotiable for me.
Hey Sophie.. I have both the college and the pochette Metis. I’d choose the LV over the ysl. It looks great dressed won with jeans and a leather biker and it also looks fantastic in girl boss mode. The YSL is nice, but isn’t as well made or as eye catching. The pochette me is also holds more and doesn’t distort unlike the YSL. Loving all your vids and especially the Christmas ones, Haven’t posted for a while but still a faithful follower. Much love Sarah x
Thanks so much for the video, Sophie! I have a dove gray YSL college bag for months now, purchased the pochette metis but return it 30 days later. I would just like to share my 2 cents, if it would be helpful. I have been amazed by the college bag's function and form both of which supersede those of the pochette metis's. Function: similar capacity w the open back pocket in YSL offering much easier access than the tighter pochette metis zipper back pocket which would easily scratch your SLGs or worse, your hand. Durability: Leather is more scratch resistant in pochette metis, but the YSL one will endure normal wear just fine (including one that involve children). Of note, the shape of the pochette metis easily get a wallow in front center of the bag from pushing the clasp from the get go (though not that noticeable), while the college bag's structure remain intact w the magnetic closure. As long as the college bag is stored flat on bubble wrap like how we are supposed to store Chanel bags, it wouldn't sag. Form: the YSL metal chain makes an outfit much cooler than a plain underwhelming leather strap on pochette metis. The crisp diagonal lines of YSL chevron pattern offer much cleaner, elegant look than the pochette metis repetition of circular patterns AKA monogram. All in all, I would vote for YSL college bag, if I must choose one, which is not the say that I'm not tempted by the pochette metis still for an addition of a functional bag.
Hi Sophie. I’ve got both the Pochette Metis in the brown classic monogram and the College bag in grey. I consider these to be two of the best bags that i’ve ever bought; apart from my Chanel Medium Classic Flap. I had considered buying another College bag because they are so versatile and they do some beautiful colours and I love the squishiness of it and I get lots of people who admire it when I use it and someone actually said they preferred it to the Chanel, but have to disagree on that, but each to their own. I absolutely love my Pochette Metis; it’s very roomy and I use it to take away with me because it’s perfect for carrying everything I need and it’s hardwearing. I actually bought mine “pre-loved” and had it refurbished to make it look new. If I had to chose one, I think I would got for the Pochette Metis. I know where you’re coming from with the Diorama because I really wanted the Chanel boy bag, but every time I went in to Chanel to have a look at it, I couldn’t justify the price tag and it weighed as light as feather, so felt I wasn’t getting a lot of bag for my buck and opted for the Diorama because it was similar, but a hell of a lot cheaper and much better quality, but I think you’re right in that the Diorama won’t bring you as much return as the boy bag and although I love my Diorama (it is a beautiful bag), I’m sort of sorry I didn’t get the boy bag, but hey ho, maybe in the future xx
I have the YSL college bag and it is my most used and favorite bag. I held out for months for the exact same reason you did, that you can often get a discount on these bags. BUT I went ahead and paid full price and have not regretted it one bit. I think the quality is much better then LV. The YSL does not slouch too much at all. I actually think it has a nice casual look to it. Not stiff and rigid. I can't say enough about how much I love the bag. I say go for it.
Hey Sophie! Love your videos! I have the Pochette Metis in Canvas and Empriente Leather. I have the Empriente in black and fuchsia and I have the YSL college in the baby and medium size too. Quality-wise, I’d say go for the YSL. The YSL leather is soooo much more durable than LV empriente and much more carefree, similar to Chanel caviar leather. The college is much more fuss free and there’s nothing to worry about with it whereas the LV leather is quite sensitive and there have been glazing issues on the flap and issues where the embossing on the leather fades out, especially if it gets in contact with water. All in all, I use the college much more than the metis but as for sagging, the college sags less with the more you put in. for example, having 1-2 items makes it sag and more makes it sag much less. Hope this helps! And totally agree about resale for YSL, but i was lucky and scored the college for $1800 from Saks on 50% off on a trip to the US! Enjoy your bags!!!
I own the Pochette Metis in monogram and I absolutely love it! It's one of my most used bags, and it's also the bag I carry when I'm travelling. It's been out in all sorts of weather (rain, snow sun) and it still looks amazing after almost two years. The wear is quite minimal, only some scratches on the metal lock, which is enevitable + it's not really noticeable tbh. because it's _under_ the clasp. I love this style bag because it's very reminisent of some older classic style LV bags. Personally I consider it a classic and I'm sure it will keep it's resale value for many years to come, which is great as well, even though I don't see this bag leaving my collection:) Anyways, I just wanted to share my thoughts on the PM. Have a great week Sophie! xx
Sophie! You're looking so radiant and glowy! What are you wearing on your face, is it a moisturiser or highlighter that's making you so luminous??? Love all your videos xxx
One of my best friends have the Sac de Jour in the nano-size. She's had it for over a year and wear it a lot, and it doesn't show any kinds of wear and still look as good as new, so I would say it's a pretty safe purchase!
The Nano Souple Sac de Jour is just amazing! Being that it is the newer version and has a soft grainy calf skin I never have to worry about using it all the time. Highly recommend it! Also, the college bag in the medium size is great as well. I must say between the Louis Vuitton Pochette Metis. It is extremely durable, and again I never have to worry about the leather on it.
Hi Sophie! I have all 3 bags. Pochette Metis in monogram (this bag I feel is best for travel or running errands ), the YSL College in the size one up from the crossbody ( most useful for me as I’m in the design industry and my personal style is slightly more hard edged than yours, and it fits a ton) I find this bag less structured but very durable. I have the baby SDJ in a dark taupe, pebbled leather, not the new softer version, and it’s very durable and structured.... I think the SDJ suits your personal style the best. It’s more feminine classic and refined. I reach for it for events, luncheons, or when I am dressed more girly. They are all good choices ...not sure if this was at all helpful 😂
Hey Sophie, thanks for your video. Regarding the shoes. I have been after a nude stiletto so I have tried the 3 different models and I decided to go for the Pigalle follies 10cm heel in nude. I initially tried the Pigalle 8.5 cm in patent black (they did not have my size in the nude) and found them incredibly comfortable. The regular heel is quite sturdy compared to the follies version. I tried as well the Decolte and Pigalle follies in 10cm nude. The Decolte have a very long point and will make your feet look quite long (I am a size 36 and my feet looked long in the 10cm heel version. I think you are a 39 so your feet will look even longer in the lower heel. Perhaps this is something you want to consider). Also, I decided to go for the higher heel as, like you, I own a pair of classic Chanel slingbacks and they perfectly serve the purpose of a comfortable lower heel that can be dressed up and down. Figure out why you want these shoes. Is it just because "Why not?", or is it because you want them for a specific purpose?Consider also trying the Iriza if you want a shoe that can accommodate a wider fit. Most people seem to find them more comfortable. I think Chase Amy has a video on this. Happy shopping :-). Do make a video if you go to Louboutin and try the shoes on. It could help people figure out what they need. Or maybe make a video on how to pick a nude shoe depending on the occasion. For some reason you do not strike me as a nude pump type since most of your shoes are black... perhaps take us with you on the journey to pick your nude shoes. Finally, I think the Pigalle are true to size but you might have to size down with the Pigalle Follies. Love your videos. Hugs from down under!
Hey sophie!!! WHy dont you check out the Saint Laurent Bellechasse bag! its a really up and coming trendy bag! I have it with the tophandle in red and love it! Also instead of the college try the Saint Laurent Niki bag! its new and is made to look slouchy and is much more fashion forward and edgy! Also the nano SDJ your looking at is actually the soft duffle version with top zip which is actually a slightly more triangle shape and sticks our more on your body in comparison to the usual sac de jour souple!
I actually sold my large Collège recently and replaced it with the Metis in the black leather! I am already enjoying that one more than the YSL. I chose the Collège in a navy colour, but in the end that did not work with the rest of my wardrobe nor did I think it looked good with the overall slouchiness of the bag. The PM is very structured and I like that alot more. The PM also has the strap attached to the sides of the bag rather than the flap like the YSL, so you can wear it open and the bag won't weigh down heavily on the flap or looked awkward. I got the YSL in a grained lambskin and I had no complains regarding wear and tear during the time that I used it.
Hi Sophie, thank you for another lovely video. I used to work in a store sell all the CL and own a few pairs myself. Personally I think all patent Loubs are not comfortable for wide feet regardless the heel height. 100mm suede Decoltish is quite comfy. Also I’ve seen Pigalle 85 in leather on net-a-porter, it’s much more comfy than the patent ones. Hope this helps! Lots of love xxx
I was going to get the YSL College bag, but I felt it looked to work in. Went with the Grain D. Poudre 3 mix Matelasse instead. If you don't do the 3 mix, like I did, you will get the look of the College with a less droopy look.
The pigalle is by far the most comfortable pair of louboutins that I own (I have them in the 100mm and they are one of the most comfortable heels). I highly recommend them!
Hello Sophie! Your sweater looks lovely, I like the pearls on it so much! That Diorama bag looks great, I am sure that the mauve colour would look amazing with your other things.
Love your picks Sophie! I was thinking about wether to get the Pochette Métis or the college bag exactly like you do. I saw both in real life and the Métis has the more beautiful shape and it seemed to me, that the quality was better. So I bought the Pochette Métis in the empreinte black leather and I love it so much, I can really recommend it. If you are interested in more Detail, I also made a video with an one year update and a review, those videos always help me to decide. Lots of love, Maren xxx
I had both the collage bag and the pochette metis. By far the LV bag is the better quality. Within 2 months the stitching had popped in a few places on the collage bag and I barely used it. I have dragged my poor pochette metis all around the world on business trips because it is so functional. It has been chucked under plane seats and stuffed into hand luggage. It looks as good now as the day I bought it.
Hi Lisa, you just said it! I too want to use the bag (YSL or LV) as a bag I can use for work...to keep an iPad/notebook etc etc I want something that still looks good after wear. The Metis looks more structured than the YSL, which has a more slouchy appearence. I'm so torn now though, as one lady further up the comments here works for LV and has said the quality has gotten bad just recently. Argh! I think I will go and take a look at both :) One final question - what material do you have your Metis in? xxx
Leather in the color Noir. I bought mine when they first came out with this color - my SA called me right away. The only thing I would change is that it has a canvas lining on the inside
I recently got the medium Diorama from SS17 in powder pink and champagne gold hardware 💕 I probably won’t get my money back when reselling but it made my heart skip a beat so I know I had to get it 😅😅 great video as always Sophie- have an amazing week!
I have both an empreinte metis and the college bag. I definitely grab for the ysl more.... However, from a quality standpoint: when I purchased the YSL online at Saks, I received it and took it back immediately. It didn’t seem to be stitched properly and the sides looked funny. I switched it out for one in store and was happy. Then, the bag dropped from my kitchen counter to the tile floor and one of the pieces from the long chain strap completely cracked 🙊🙈 (I have the all-black version and the chain doesn’t look as sturdy as the silver one). Anyway, Saks was good about exchanging the bag bc it had been less than a year, and now I have a newer one and I’m totally in love. It’s as though this new one was made with a different leather all together and it’s just perfect! I love the college bag bc not everyone has it and it’s so roomy and lightweight! I can’t wait to see what you pick. 😊
I just want to say that I really enjoy your videos, they're amazing. You put a lot of effort into them and you come across so well on camera! Your designer collection is absolutely heavenly and very inspirational! It's obvious that you have worked hard for everything you have so well done. I hope you carry on with these videos as I'm a new fan who just stumbled upon your channel! Have a nice day xxx
I love my Saint Laurent College bag! I have mine for a little over a year now, and it has become my go-to carefree bag because I feel like it goes with all different outfit. It has that YSL edgy look to it that I love wearing it with casual outfit. I’d still wear it with formal outfit as well because the YSL logo makes it classic enough, but maybe not in a corporate client meeting setting (I typically stay away from visibly designer goods anyway if I have a client meeting like that). The wear and tear has been great. I think it certainly had become slightly shiny than before but I still love it just as much. I try to avoid rain and snow with this bag. Btw I got it in the black with the worn silver hardware.
I’m so excited for you to purchase these this year Sophie! I adore the LV bucket bag! I kinda like the hot pink piping/lining. It’s gives it a bit more of an edgy look. I really like that one 🙊 the Chanel one too! Omg! It’s so cute! And the Balmain jeans look gorgeous on the website! I’m gunna be so excited when you get these pieces!
Hi Sophie! I bought my very first designer bag last summer and I bought the pochette metis in the monogram canvas. I absolutely LOVE it can not recommend it enough, it’s such a pleasure to carry around and it’s completely fuss free...once you get use to the clasp. Keep up the amazing videos! Xx
Hi Sophie, the pochette metis in navy empreinte is a beautiful bag with a red trim. I thought the black was beautiful as well when checked online, but when I saw it in store I thought the black was a bit dull and chose the navy instead. Seeing the bag in real life makes a huge difference. Love your wishlist.
I absolutely love the Chanel flap top handle in white that you talk about here. Yes, it's a different shape from the usual, but I think this bag has nothing too crazy going on here so I'm sure you can pull it off for years. As you said, depends on a bag. I agree with what you said about the Dior monogram canvas print, I don't really get why they brought it back, but it's good for people who still have it from the previous years, it became new again :) I think I also have a love/hate thing with LV. It's funny, I never really liked their monogrammed bags of the "old days" when it was their classic brown (with a couple of exceptions), but I do like their logo in general. It's difficult to explain, I like the logo look I just don't really like it all over the bag. And I don't mind many of the newer bags where the logo is more subtle as in the same color as the bag, like the Metis you showed here in a neutral beige or even in black, it looks nice and classy. No offense to anyone... I think it became over-saturated, together with too many fakes :(.
My Pouchette metis in black has held up so well. I dont worry about it at all. There is no wear on it and it has kept its shape. Its great to travel with as well.
I absolutely LOVE the look of this bag in black Lauren! It's great to get your feedback, I'm weighing-up what everyone is saying - it's good to know before potentially buying something! Thank you and have a lovely evening :) xxxx
Hi Sophie - been following your account for a few weeks now, love it! Just to let you know I got the diorama in exactly the same one you displayed at the beginning (Cooper pink(ish)) - absolutely love it!! It doesn’t catch colour and it keeps clean and certainly doesn’t scratch.. I don’t know if you’ve got it, but I get so many compliments on it.. the colour is just unique! I got it off Sloan street in July..
Sophie! Please check out the LV Mylockme. They have a black one, red trim and rivets! It is so stunning and the perfect combo of the pochette metis and college bag. I think you would love it and it would fit your style so well!
I love that Chanel bag. I saw it in the boutique recently and was thinking about buying it. The 2 things that stopped me were 1) it only came in black and white. I didn't want black and while I love the white, I would worry too much about such an expensive bag in white. 2) the price tag for the bag was steep! Here in the US, it was north of $4K which to me for a small fashion bag was just too much. I'll look forward to seeing what on your wish list you actually buy!
Sophie, have you seen that Chanel top handle in person? The coloured bit on the logo is a thread wrap, which I think would eventually fray, and decrease the value. When I saw it online, I though it was enamel, or something, and didn't realize in was thread until I saw it it the store.
I’m not sure if these people that are complaining about the LV metis are talking about the empreinte. I got the empreinte noire back last September. I have no issues and it’s my weekend bag and I love it. It’s really a bag that curbed my appetite for wanting new bags since it’s so versatile and the black empreinte is so subtle and yet special that it you don’t really get too sick of it. Bag is holding it’s shape from the bottom and slides. Fairly well front and back but because the back runs on the side of of my hip, you can naturally see a very slight dip but not very noticeable or concerning. I would suggest to stuff the bag if not in use for long period of time.
Hi Sophie If you like the look of the beige metis but worried about colour transfer have you thought about the medium fendi Kan I ? I love this bag I have the light grey scalloped edged one. It has two large compartments, top handle that’s removable, longer shoulder strap /cross body and the clasp closer is a lot easier than the metis. The only difference is no back pocket.. I have had no problem with any colour transfer even though its light grey ❤️
Love the pochette metis...had it for a year and still looks brand new. I am on the waiting list for papyrus in empriente leather, as I missed out on the baby pink last year. I don't have the Saint Laurent college bag but have the lou lou which is a mini version and just as soft but doesn't sag as I think the sizeof it and structure is firmer than the college.
Wow I hate that Dior Evolution! I never thought I’d have such strong feelings about a handbag 😮 The Diorama is beautiful. I love the colour and the hardware 😍
I loved the concept of this video Sophie! I'm emailing you more info, but thought I would leave my thoughts on here as well regarding the College bag because I get a lot of questions about it and am always happy to recommend it. I over stuff it and have worn it for 2 years now, and it still looks so good. The lambskin is incredibly hard wearing. The corners have softened a little, but in a nice way. It's definitely a top 5 for me. xx
Hello Elle! Ooh, did you get my email from last week btw? Let me know if not, I changed my email service this month and my emails are not getting to the recipients 😣 Thank you for the info here, I haven’t bought LV in so long - it sounds like a lot has changed 😳 xxx 😘😘😘😘❤️❤️
I have a black caviar boy bag and a dior grey diorama and I always seem to go for the diorama bag. It’s such a easy bag to carry has the magnetic closure you don’t have a hard time getting into the bag and it goes with everything. I love my boy bag too but I just don’t use it much.
The Saint Laurent Bag is surprisingly good quality, but it is quite saggy. The Pochete Metis is amazing quality, better than the YSL, and is more structured. The LV bag does however get color transfer very easily so I would stay away from lighter colors if that's what you're afraid of. The Diorama is great as well, but they are coming out with some really cool designs for summer 18, so maybe wait and see if you like one better? Hope this helps.
couldn't agree more with your insta handbag comment, i'm drawn into a different bag every other week!! but fast fashion isn't so sensible with designer purchases! the college bag is my FAVOURITE visually and i still wear it all the time but it hasn't worn too well to be honest. loved this video xx ♥️
I had the Pochette Metis and got rid of it due to poor quality issues. I bought the College bag to replace it and I LOVE that bag. It is such a beautiful bag and so comfortable to wear. In my option the quality of the college bag far out weighs that of the Pochette Metis.
I am the happy owner of the YSL College WOC and the Saint Laurent Sac de Jour bag, (actually the very same black one you showed in your video), :-) and I can't say enough positive things about them :-) The WOC I've had for over a year now and it's honestly one of my all-time favorite bags. It is just gorgeous and has held up very well. The Sac de Jour I've had for a couple of months now and I love it, as well. I got caught with it in the rain and that was no prob at all. :-) Both are just absolutely wonderful bags and I want to get the College bag in medium at some point for sure :-)
Greetings from Los Angeles,...I have the black LV Pochette Matis, I purchased it in September in Milan...I have not put it away...I through it in my yoga bag every other day, wear it all the time, I love it, the only down fall is when you need to close it you have to look at the closure to do so, if your're not looking and try to close it , you fiddle around with it and you scratch the hardware..It's a great bag , I do get compliments on the bag...
I have a YSL college bag in grey croc print and the pouchette metis in mono. In terms of quality they are both excellent however I'd say go for the LV. I love my ysl but I reach for the LV so much more, it's an amazing versatile bag and I find the strap more comfortable than the college bag
Seriously, the LV Pochette Metis is one of the best crossbody bags out there. I have two, one in the regular monogram and in the black canvas. I have never had any quality issues (although, I know many have) and want to say the quality far surpasses the YSL, which gets saggy and looks old after a few months. The PM has continued to hold up beautifully. I highly recommend 😁👍🏻
Hi Sophie :) I don't have the YSL College but I do have the Louis Vuitton PM in the Black Empriente and I got it when it first released in Canada April 2017. I pretty much used it everyday for work since and it's holding up very well and is SUCH a practical bag. There is a TINY bit of glaze peeling but that's because i've used it A TON. The shape has held up pretty well too as long as you don't over stuff it. I noticed if you do that, it can deform a little bit but overall i would rate it a 9.5 / 10 because It's just so practical, chic looking, quality of leather is amazing and more timeless than the YSL college. Ive seen that bag in store and I just don't like the chunky chain it makes it too masculine looking. The PM is a prettier 'masuline' look if that makes sense :) Hope this helps xoxo
I have both ysl college bag in medium and lv metis, and i love the ysl more because it feels more quality leather for me and honestly, ysl can easily turn from day wear to night if you have only that at the moment. Ysl can be stuffed bulky and i dont even notice it bec of the slouchy bulky look of it and it doesnt even bother me at all. Ysl feels more luxe as well. I know this might be too late of a response but will post anyways. 😄
I have the pochette metis in the black and I absolutely love it. 🖤 I’ve had it for about 6 months and the only place it shows wear is on the hardware where you snap it in which I expected and I don’t mind at all. Otherwise it looks brand new. I definitely would NOT get it in the canvas - I’ve heard tons of bad things in the monogram canvas. This bag is so functional to be so small it literally holds everything I need even when I’m going on trips.
Totally agree with you on the piping on the LV bucket bag. I was looking at a different style recently with the same colourways and it just cheapens the whole look. I too am holding out for an all black version x
Yes Sarah!!!! Why, why, why have they used neon pink?! I don't mind the flash of pink that you see from the lining on the inside, but the piping certainly cheapens the exterior. I too hope that they make a plainer version this year as I otherwise like the look. Thank you for watching and commenting :) xx
I love the LOUBOUTIN DECOLETE heels. At 59 years old I cant do a 5" heel anymore. I have much better luck with heels under 3 3/4" high. And I want to say carry a bag you love don't think about all the trapping of social media. My favorite bag is the Chanel monogram tote from 2002. I love this bag and I wish they would make something more like it again. Thanks for sharing your Instagram shopping with us last time. I will check that out for sure.
I don’t have any of the bag designs you have mentioned but I always think the YSL looks really chic even though I love LV. All depends on the look you are after. Have fun with the hunt💕
May I make a suggestion? Although I agree with people who told you "even if it's dated who cares, if you like it, wear it" you always say that you really want to invest in your bags instead of just spending a big amount on a bag that will only stay for a few months, so here is some information about two bags that you mentioned. 1.The LV bucket bag. It looks nice and I like bucket bags overall, but one thing about them is they have made a come back from the 90's as a nostalgia and have already sort of hit their peek this time around. So, even though the mass market can still have a lot of them produced, the actual trend of it is slowly diminishing (not my personal opinion, but fashion industry opinions and "rules" + my own research, fashion studies and knowledge of trends for years). Hence, I'm not sure it will be produced by LV more than this, unless they come up with a smaller edition, because it won't be as profitable at this point. I hope this will help with making a decision about this bag whether you want to wait for more, buy this one or not go for it at all. 2. Dior Evolution - a similar approach with a slight difference. I actually liked it from the very beginning, but as you said, it has been all over the Instagram and other social media and that means a lot of people will get tired of it soon. That is a general look on how the fashion world usually looks at trends and products. Yet, I have a feeling that there is a possibility of this bag staying a little longer than the bucket bag for instance, because it really reminds me of the Dior it bag - Saddle, in the past. It looked edgy for that time and it hit the market really hard and they kept coming up with different versions of it. Maybe that will happen to Evolution, now that is my personal opinion... but if it happens, that would mean it will stay for a little longer making it interesting again and again. I hope this will help you decide. Side note: As much as I love Evolution, I think too many people have that almost same bag, so I personally would wait to see what happens, maybe (if) more versions of it will keep coming up... because if not, for me, it would be a shame to buy a trendy bag when it's almost not trendy. If you love it so much that you don't care, then go for it. P.S. About the shoes. I'm not fussy about my heels, I can handle a lot of "uncomfortable" shoes and I love patent leather, but personally, I don't like the patent Louboutins, because it's uncomfortable for me. Narrow and high heeled with their arch feels more than other brands, your toes are squeezed and patent leather doesn't stretch in general, so your foot is sort of trapped in a bad position for a while (some of them hurt even in store while trying), compared to leather which gives room for comfort. I suggest go try them on in the end of the day, when you walked around for a while. This is when our feet get a little swollen and it's best to see if the shoe fits right for you. Apologies for making it so long... and very fun video to watch :)
Hi, thank you so much! I'm actually in the process of making a fashion channel, that I've been putting off for the longest time, for a few reasons. Reading your comment is very encouraging! Also, people like Sophie help with that too. Thank you Sophie :) Hopefully within a couple of weeks.
Hi Sophie ! I work for LV and I can tell you the quality standrads have lowered so much lately that I sincerely advice you to not buy anything from them, in terms of shoes the LV shoes are very unconfortable and I get that from all the LV clients , they all complain they cannot wear the shoes ,any shoes for that matter , and also they are very narrow , I have the same shoe size as you and same height and I can tell you in LV I need a 41 size , whereas I normally wear 39 .My advice is stay away from LV !
Oh my GOSH!!!! This information is GOLD! Thank you Makeupabsolu for sharing, this is helpful not just for me but for anyone reading. I haven't bought LV since 2015, I noticed the drop in quality back then - small things such as the quality of the linings and leather/stitching etc. Funny you mention the footwear because I have been thinking about the Matchmake pumps. I haven't tried them on but have admired from afar. I'm taking your advice seriously on this, thank you!!!! xxx
No problem Sophie ! I like you too much to keep this away from you , also , the Matchmake pumps are very stiff and because they are made from canvas they will not be kind to your feet at all , I do not suggest the canvas shoes to anyone , not only it cracks or wears bad , but it is impossible to walk in them . If you have any other question regarding any other product from the LV range never hesitate to write to me , I will be more than happy to replay to you ! Best wishes !
I would definitely go Saint Laurent college bag, it screams quality, the leather is so beautiful, it is edgy, even men (like my dad, lol)) who know nothing about designer bags, game me multiple compliments on how beautiful the bag is. It took me 2 years to decide and buy it, I am glad I did, and I love it! Be careful, YSL sac de Jour is kind of heavy bag. xoxo
hello Sophie, i love your videos, you have such a nice style. Just to give you a little help if you want, the most comfortable CL pumps are the decolette ones in my opinion, more than the pigalle xxx
I agree that the Diorama looks a bit like the Chanel Boy, but now that I own the Diorama, I think its a much more feminine bag for lack of a better description. I looked at the boy and its got thicker lines, its heavier and hardware is chunky. So - even though its the same size - it serves a different fashion purpose.
Hi Sophie, I have the Pochette Metis both in monogram reverse and in the navy empreinte . Love them both, use them a lot. But because I use them also crossbody, I got colour transfer on the reverse, but the navy one is as New. So, for me, I would avoid the Papirus-although it looks gorgeous - because of the risk of colour transfer... HTH, xoxo
I’ll put my money on LV Pochette Metis, it is classic and has been around quite awhile. The YSL, on the other hand is quite practical, but it will depreciate in value so quick compare to LV.
Hi Sophie. Lovely wish list! I've had the black PM since April and used it a lot because it holds its shape, fits loads and is so carefree. The only wear I see are scratches on the clasp where you close it. I'm thinking of selling it as I just bought a Reissue and need the money, but I'm afraid I may regret it as I love it so much. If you are interested in buying one preloved, please let me know. Thanks for all your videos. 💕
Omg really?? I love love the monogram trotter Dior print. The print is timeless, fun and can be dressed up or down. I think it will be big in 2018! Loved the video ❤
I think the Pochette Metis is a better option! The quality will be much better than YSL and they are too similar to have both, it's also a bit cheaper so it makes sense! X
Hi Sophie, love your new video. I have the patent New Simple pumps in 85mm and it pretty much comfortable compared to the 100mm ones (I cannot commend on the pointed toe bit as these ones have a 0.5mm platform and are almond toe). The maximum I can stand my patent Loubi is 3-4hrs. Since mine did not stretch, my feet keeps swelling x
Love the belted Balmain jacket! It would look gorgeous on you. I would buy the LV Pochette Metis over the YSL; over here in the States the Pochette is hard to come by.
Honey your wish list is spot on , specially that balmain denim and the belt blazer. Least favourite is the Dior. The first one you showed, I’ve never liked that bag from day one . Look like a shinny envelope box and seen similar cheap makes on eBay for 5.99 which is alittle irritating but love your picks. Have you checked out Gianvito Rossi Plexi Pumps 105 ? I’ve heard they’re super comfy and would love to try one myself but I think they ll look great on your aesthetic 😘😘
Maggie!!!! I am dreaming of what your weather must be like in southern Cali!!! Right now it is dark, cold, quite windy and tipping with rain over here! Thank you for watching as you always do :) Have a great week sweetie xxxx
I really like the Louboution heels that you mentioned, I have been looking into one to buy for my graduation this year but they are never in stock in the nearest store to me, so I kind of feel like its pointless to buy without knowing how they feel or look on me! I would definitely go for the lower heel though, because I am not great at walking in heels like that and they are not that comfy typically! I love boots, they are always so comfy and just nice haha
Hi Sophie,Love your vids! Look forward to Sunday's and Wednesdays. A few times I've heard you mention colour transfer. There is a product called Colonil Carbon Pro which you can spray onto your bags (and rockstuds!) to prevent this. Have you ever tried it? Louise xx
Hi...so? Did you get the Dior revolution? I need you opinion on the particular Bag! It doesn’t look like a great Investment to me but i (and my wife) do like the look! That’s why i consider pre-loved!
I own the Pochette Metis in Black Leather. I love that bag! But I also own the YSL large soft envelope which is very similar to the college bags. I have to say quality wise if you are only buying one go for YSL. But I love both and would get both honestly. Get them in different colors.
Hey gorgeous! I sold my YSL College bag when I decided to go for the Metis. Since they’re so similar I couldn’t justify keeping the YSL. I ended up having quality issues with the Metis and after scouring the internet and reading the numerous similar complaints people had I was just disappointed and sold it eventually. I couldn’t handle having to go back to the store regularly to get it glazed again. In hindsight I miss the College bag: used it for over a year and it got beaten and loved and was in meticulous condition when I sold it. It does fit less than the Metis though. I do find both of the bags are stunning, so should you go for the Metis I cross my fingers you wont get any issues. I loved it! 😘😘❤️
Oh so sad to hear you got issues with it. But you had the canvas one or am I mistaken? Because with the black leather one I don't have any problems, might be a better option (no glazing = no glazing issues :D)
Maren yeah I think the canvas monogram pochette Métis is where all the issues are
Hi Sophie,the college bag is a beauty and so is the pochette Métis. I have both in black , the Métis is easier to pack and bigger. The YSL is smarter.
The sac de jour is stunning , I have that too but in medium. Very chic !
Also Sophie if you do get a college bag get a newer one because with the older ones the YSL logo position is placed lower on the flap and can get caught onto things and be a bit annoying. Quite recently they have moved that YSL logo up on the bags which i personally prefer just letting you know!
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That Balmain belted blazer is seriously gorgeous - plz get that! Would love to see it styled by you
I bought the LV pochette metis in black empriente leather in July last year and I love it. The idea was that I would keep it to use as a travel handbag, it's perfect for that, or other occasions when I am out somewhere nice and want to be hands free. But it very quickly became my go to black bag and I wear it far more than I thought I would because it is simple but stunning and so practical. It looks really small yet I can fit heaps of stuff into it, a lot more than will fit into the Chanel jumbo. The empriente leather is also very soft and comfortable to wear. Even loaded to the max I barely know I have it on. So in the 6 months I have had it l've worn it a lot and so far it's not showing any wear and tear at all. At the time I bought it I looked at the YSL collage as well but decided in favour of the metis. The show stopper for me with the collage was that the strap isn't adjustable and can't be worn cross body. When you stand up on public transport a cross body strap is a big safety feature and non negotiable for me.
Hey Sophie.. I have both the college and the pochette Metis. I’d choose the LV over the ysl. It looks great dressed won with jeans and a leather biker and it also looks fantastic in girl boss mode. The YSL is nice, but isn’t as well made or as eye catching. The pochette me is also holds more and doesn’t distort unlike the YSL. Loving all your vids and especially the Christmas ones, Haven’t posted for a while but still a faithful follower. Much love Sarah x
Thanks so much for the video, Sophie! I have a dove gray YSL college bag for months now, purchased the pochette metis but return it 30 days later. I would just like to share my 2 cents, if it would be helpful. I have been amazed by the college bag's function and form both of which supersede those of the pochette metis's. Function: similar capacity w the open back pocket in YSL offering much easier access than the tighter pochette metis zipper back pocket which would easily scratch your SLGs or worse, your hand. Durability: Leather is more scratch resistant in pochette metis, but the YSL one will endure normal wear just fine (including one that involve children). Of note, the shape of the pochette metis easily get a wallow in front center of the bag from pushing the clasp from the get go (though not that noticeable), while the college bag's structure remain intact w the magnetic closure. As long as the college bag is stored flat on bubble wrap like how we are supposed to store Chanel bags, it wouldn't sag. Form: the YSL metal chain makes an outfit much cooler than a plain underwhelming leather strap on pochette metis. The crisp diagonal lines of YSL chevron pattern offer much cleaner, elegant look than the pochette metis repetition of circular patterns AKA monogram. All in all, I would vote for YSL college bag, if I must choose one, which is not the say that I'm not tempted by the pochette metis still for an addition of a functional bag.
Hi Sophie. I’ve got both the Pochette Metis in the brown classic monogram and the College bag in grey. I consider these to be two of the best bags that i’ve ever bought; apart from my Chanel Medium Classic Flap. I had considered buying another College bag because they are so versatile and they do some beautiful colours and I love the squishiness of it and I get lots of people who admire it when I use it and someone actually said they preferred it to the Chanel, but have to disagree on that, but each to their own. I absolutely love my Pochette Metis; it’s very roomy and I use it to take away with me because it’s perfect for carrying everything I need and it’s hardwearing. I actually bought mine “pre-loved” and had it refurbished to make it look new. If I had to chose one, I think I would got for the Pochette Metis. I know where you’re coming from with the Diorama because I really wanted the Chanel boy bag, but every time I went in to Chanel to have a look at it, I couldn’t justify the price tag and it weighed as light as feather, so felt I wasn’t getting a lot of bag for my buck and opted for the Diorama because it was similar, but a hell of a lot cheaper and much better quality, but I think you’re right in that the Diorama won’t bring you as much return as the boy bag and although I love my Diorama (it is a beautiful bag), I’m sort of sorry I didn’t get the boy bag, but hey ho, maybe in the future xx
I have the YSL college bag and it is my most used and favorite bag. I held out for months for the exact same reason you did, that you can often get a discount on these bags. BUT I went ahead and paid full price and have not regretted it one bit. I think the quality is much better then LV. The YSL does not slouch too much at all. I actually think it has a nice casual look to it. Not stiff and rigid. I can't say enough about how much I love the bag. I say go for it.
Hey Sophie! Love your videos! I have the Pochette Metis in Canvas and Empriente Leather. I have the Empriente in black and fuchsia and I have the YSL college in the baby and medium size too. Quality-wise, I’d say go for the YSL. The YSL leather is soooo much more durable than LV empriente and much more carefree, similar to Chanel caviar leather. The college is much more fuss free and there’s nothing to worry about with it whereas the LV leather is quite sensitive and there have been glazing issues on the flap and issues where the embossing on the leather fades out, especially if it gets in contact with water. All in all, I use the college much more than the metis but as for sagging, the college sags less with the more you put in. for example, having 1-2 items makes it sag and more makes it sag much less. Hope this helps! And totally agree about resale for YSL, but i was lucky and scored the college for $1800 from Saks on 50% off on a trip to the US! Enjoy your bags!!!
I own the Pochette Metis in monogram and I absolutely love it! It's one of my most used bags, and it's also the bag I carry when I'm travelling. It's been out in all sorts of weather (rain, snow sun) and it still looks amazing after almost two years. The wear is quite minimal, only some scratches on the metal lock, which is enevitable + it's not really noticeable tbh. because it's _under_ the clasp. I love this style bag because it's very reminisent of some older classic style LV bags. Personally I consider it a classic and I'm sure it will keep it's resale value for many years to come, which is great as well, even though I don't see this bag leaving my collection:)
Anyways, I just wanted to share my thoughts on the PM. Have a great week Sophie! xx
Sophie! You're looking so radiant and glowy! What are you wearing on your face, is it a moisturiser or highlighter that's making you so luminous??? Love all your videos xxx
One of my best friends have the Sac de Jour in the nano-size. She's had it for over a year and wear it a lot, and it doesn't show any kinds of wear and still look as good as new, so I would say it's a pretty safe purchase!
The Nano Souple Sac de Jour is just amazing! Being that it is the newer version and has a soft grainy calf skin I never have to worry about using it all the time. Highly recommend it! Also, the college bag in the medium size is great as well. I must say between the Louis Vuitton Pochette Metis. It is extremely durable, and again I never have to worry about the leather on it.
Hi Sophie! I have all 3 bags. Pochette Metis in monogram (this bag I feel is best for travel or running errands ), the YSL College in the size one up from the crossbody ( most useful for me as I’m in the design industry and my personal style is slightly more hard edged than yours, and it fits a ton) I find this bag less structured but very durable. I have the baby SDJ in a dark taupe, pebbled leather, not the new softer version, and it’s very durable and structured.... I think the SDJ suits your personal style the best. It’s more feminine classic and refined. I reach for it for events, luncheons, or when I am dressed more girly. They are all good choices ...not sure if this was at all helpful 😂
i have the pochette metis and I love it! how is the SDJ? I know it looks similar to hermes. does it keep its shape? do you you think its worth it?
Hey Sophie, thanks for your video. Regarding the shoes. I have been after a nude stiletto so I have tried the 3 different models and I decided to go for the Pigalle follies 10cm heel in nude. I initially tried the Pigalle 8.5 cm in patent black (they did not have my size in the nude) and found them incredibly comfortable. The regular heel is quite sturdy compared to the follies version. I tried as well the Decolte and Pigalle follies in 10cm nude. The Decolte have a very long point and will make your feet look quite long (I am a size 36 and my feet looked long in the 10cm heel version. I think you are a 39 so your feet will look even longer in the lower heel. Perhaps this is something you want to consider). Also, I decided to go for the higher heel as, like you, I own a pair of classic Chanel slingbacks and they perfectly serve the purpose of a comfortable lower heel that can be dressed up and down. Figure out why you want these shoes. Is it just because "Why not?", or is it because you want them for a specific purpose?Consider also trying the Iriza if you want a shoe that can accommodate a wider fit. Most people seem to find them more comfortable. I think Chase Amy has a video on this. Happy shopping :-). Do make a video if you go to Louboutin and try the shoes on. It could help people figure out what they need. Or maybe make a video on how to pick a nude shoe depending on the occasion. For some reason you do not strike me as a nude pump type since most of your shoes are black... perhaps take us with you on the journey to pick your nude shoes. Finally, I think the Pigalle are true to size but you might have to size down with the Pigalle Follies. Love your videos. Hugs from down under!
The pochette metis is the best bag ! I have it in the classic monogram and it fits a ton, is durable and looks great!
Hey sophie!!! WHy dont you check out the Saint Laurent Bellechasse bag! its a really up and coming trendy bag! I have it with the tophandle in red and love it! Also instead of the college try the Saint Laurent Niki bag! its new and is made to look slouchy and is much more fashion forward and edgy! Also the nano SDJ your looking at is actually the soft duffle version with top zip which is actually a slightly more triangle shape and sticks our more on your body in comparison to the usual sac de jour souple!
I actually sold my large Collège recently and replaced it with the Metis in the black leather! I am already enjoying that one more than the YSL. I chose the Collège in a navy colour, but in the end that did not work with the rest of my wardrobe nor did I think it looked good with the overall slouchiness of the bag. The PM is very structured and I like that alot more. The PM also has the strap attached to the sides of the bag rather than the flap like the YSL, so you can wear it open and the bag won't weigh down heavily on the flap or looked awkward. I got the YSL in a grained lambskin and I had no complains regarding wear and tear during the time that I used it.
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Hi Sophie, thank you for another lovely video. I used to work in a store sell all the CL and own a few pairs myself. Personally I think all patent Loubs are not comfortable for wide feet regardless the heel height. 100mm suede Decoltish is quite comfy. Also I’ve seen Pigalle 85 in leather on net-a-porter, it’s much more comfy than the patent ones. Hope this helps! Lots of love xxx
I was going to get the YSL College bag, but I felt it looked to work in. Went with the Grain D. Poudre 3 mix Matelasse instead. If you don't do the 3 mix, like I did, you will get the look of the College with a less droopy look.
The pigalle is by far the most comfortable pair of louboutins that I own (I have them in the 100mm and they are one of the most comfortable heels). I highly recommend them!
Hello Sophie! Your sweater looks lovely, I like the pearls on it so much! That Diorama bag looks great, I am sure that the mauve colour would look amazing with your other things.
Luis Vuitton pochette metis is the better pick.
Love your picks Sophie! I was thinking about wether to get the Pochette Métis or the college bag exactly like you do. I saw both in real life and the Métis has the more beautiful shape and it seemed to me, that the quality was better. So I bought the Pochette Métis in the empreinte black leather and I love it so much, I can really recommend it. If you are interested in more Detail, I also made a video with an one year update and a review, those videos always help me to decide. Lots of love, Maren xxx
I had both the collage bag and the pochette metis. By far the LV bag is the better quality. Within 2 months the stitching had popped in a few places on the collage bag and I barely used it. I have dragged my poor pochette metis all around the world on business trips because it is so functional. It has been chucked under plane seats and stuffed into hand luggage. It looks as good now as the day I bought it.
Hi Lisa, you just said it! I too want to use the bag (YSL or LV) as a bag I can use for work...to keep an iPad/notebook etc etc I want something that still looks good after wear. The Metis looks more structured than the YSL, which has a more slouchy appearence. I'm so torn now though, as one lady further up the comments here works for LV and has said the quality has gotten bad just recently. Argh! I think I will go and take a look at both :)
One final question - what material do you have your Metis in? xxx
Leather in the color Noir. I bought mine when they first came out with this color - my SA called me right away. The only thing I would change is that it has a canvas lining on the inside
I recently got the medium Diorama from SS17 in powder pink and champagne gold hardware 💕 I probably won’t get my money back when reselling but it made my heart skip a beat so I know I had to get it 😅😅 great video as always Sophie- have an amazing week!
I have both an empreinte metis and the college bag. I definitely grab for the ysl more.... However, from a quality standpoint: when I purchased the YSL online at Saks, I received it and took it back immediately. It didn’t seem to be stitched properly and the sides looked funny. I switched it out for one in store and was happy. Then, the bag dropped from my kitchen counter to the tile floor and one of the pieces from the long chain strap completely cracked 🙊🙈 (I have the all-black version and the chain doesn’t look as sturdy as the silver one). Anyway, Saks was good about exchanging the bag bc it had been less than a year, and now I have a newer one and I’m totally in love. It’s as though this new one was made with a different leather all together and it’s just perfect! I love the college bag bc not everyone has it and it’s so roomy and lightweight! I can’t wait to see what you pick. 😊
I just want to say that I really enjoy your videos, they're amazing. You put a lot of effort into them and you come across so well on camera! Your designer collection is absolutely heavenly and very inspirational! It's obvious that you have worked hard for everything you have so well done. I hope you carry on with these videos as I'm a new fan who just stumbled upon your channel! Have a nice day xxx
I love my Saint Laurent College bag! I have mine for a little over a year now, and it has become my go-to carefree bag because I feel like it goes with all different outfit. It has that YSL edgy look to it that I love wearing it with casual outfit. I’d still wear it with formal outfit as well because the YSL logo makes it classic enough, but maybe not in a corporate client meeting setting (I typically stay away from visibly designer goods anyway if I have a client meeting like that). The wear and tear has been great. I think it certainly had become slightly shiny than before but I still love it just as much. I try to avoid rain and snow with this bag. Btw I got it in the black with the worn silver hardware.
I’m so excited for you to purchase these this year Sophie! I adore the LV bucket bag! I kinda like the hot pink piping/lining. It’s gives it a bit more of an edgy look. I really like that one 🙊 the Chanel one too! Omg! It’s so cute! And the Balmain jeans look gorgeous on the website! I’m gunna be so excited when you get these pieces!
Hi Sophie! I bought my very first designer bag last summer and I bought the pochette metis in the monogram canvas. I absolutely LOVE it can not recommend it enough, it’s such a pleasure to carry around and it’s completely fuss free...once you get use to the clasp. Keep up the amazing videos!
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Hi Sophie, the pochette metis in navy empreinte is a beautiful bag with a red trim. I thought the black was beautiful as well when checked online, but when I saw it in store I thought the black was a bit dull and chose the navy instead. Seeing the bag in real life makes a huge difference. Love your wishlist.
Your videos are what i literally look forward to every sunday!
Ahhh, that is so lovely of you to say! I am so pleased :)
Thank you and thank you too for your support :)
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Hi sophie i know you hate the Antigonas but i think you should check out the minis! They are so cute and well made.
I absolutely love the Chanel flap top handle in white that you talk about here. Yes, it's a different shape from the usual, but I think this bag has nothing too crazy going on here so I'm sure you can pull it off for years. As you said, depends on a bag.
I agree with what you said about the Dior monogram canvas print, I don't really get why they brought it back, but it's good for people who still have it from the previous years, it became new again :)
I think I also have a love/hate thing with LV. It's funny, I never really liked their monogrammed bags of the "old days" when it was their classic brown (with a couple of exceptions), but I do like their logo in general. It's difficult to explain, I like the logo look I just don't really like it all over the bag. And I don't mind many of the newer bags where the logo is more subtle as in the same color as the bag, like the Metis you showed here in a neutral beige or even in black, it looks nice and classy. No offense to anyone... I think it became over-saturated, together with too many fakes :(.
My Pouchette metis in black has held up so well. I dont worry about it at all. There is no wear on it and it has kept its shape. Its great to travel with as well.
I absolutely LOVE the look of this bag in black Lauren! It's great to get your feedback, I'm weighing-up what everyone is saying - it's good to know before potentially buying something! Thank you and have a lovely evening :) xxxx
Hi Sophie - been following your account for a few weeks now, love it! Just to let you know I got the diorama in exactly the same one you displayed at the beginning (Cooper pink(ish)) - absolutely love it!! It doesn’t catch colour and it keeps clean and certainly doesn’t scratch.. I don’t know if you’ve got it, but I get so many compliments on it.. the colour is just unique! I got it off Sloan street in July..
Sophie! Please check out the LV Mylockme. They have a black one, red trim and rivets! It is so stunning and the perfect combo of the pochette metis and college bag. I think you would love it and it would fit your style so well!
I love that Chanel bag. I saw it in the boutique recently and was thinking about buying it. The 2 things that stopped me were 1) it only came in black and white. I didn't want black and while I love the white, I would worry too much about such an expensive bag in white. 2) the price tag for the bag was steep! Here in the US, it was north of $4K which to me for a small fashion bag was just too much. I'll look forward to seeing what on your wish list you actually buy!
Sophie, have you seen that Chanel top handle in person? The coloured bit on the logo is a thread wrap, which I think would eventually fray, and decrease the value. When I saw it online, I though it was enamel, or something, and didn't realize in was thread until I saw it it the store.
I’m not sure if these people that are complaining about the LV metis are talking about the empreinte. I got the empreinte noire back last September. I have no issues and it’s my weekend bag and I love it. It’s really a bag that curbed my appetite for wanting new bags since it’s so versatile and the black empreinte is so subtle and yet special that it you don’t really get too sick of it. Bag is holding it’s shape from the bottom and slides. Fairly well front and back but because the back runs on the side of of my hip, you can naturally see a very slight dip but not very noticeable or concerning. I would suggest to stuff the bag if not in use for long period of time.
Jayl I agree. I think they are talking about the canvas. I haven’t had any problem with mine in the Black leather.
Yeah I think the canvas monogram has had glazing issues but the empreinte is fine
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If you like the look of the beige metis but worried about colour transfer have you thought about the medium fendi Kan I ? I love this bag I have the light grey scalloped edged one. It has two large compartments, top handle that’s removable, longer shoulder strap /cross body and the clasp closer is a lot easier than the metis. The only difference is no back pocket.. I have had no problem with any colour transfer even though its light grey ❤️
I love my pouchette metis, best bag I’ve bought, you’ll have no regrets! I love the neon on the other LV bag 😍
Love the pochette metis...had it for a year and still looks brand new. I am on the waiting list for papyrus in empriente leather, as I missed out on the baby pink last year. I don't have the Saint Laurent college bag but have the lou lou which is a mini version and just as soft but doesn't sag as I think the sizeof it and structure is firmer than the college.
Wow I hate that Dior Evolution! I never thought I’d have such strong feelings about a handbag 😮 The Diorama is beautiful. I love the colour and the hardware 😍
I loved the concept of this video Sophie! I'm emailing you more info, but thought I would leave my thoughts on here as well regarding the College bag because I get a lot of questions about it and am always happy to recommend it. I over stuff it and have worn it for 2 years now, and it still looks so good. The lambskin is incredibly hard wearing. The corners have softened a little, but in a nice way. It's definitely a top 5 for me. xx
Hello Elle! Ooh, did you get my email from last week btw? Let me know if not, I changed my email service this month and my emails are not getting to the recipients 😣 Thank you for the info here, I haven’t bought LV in so long - it sounds like a lot has changed 😳 xxx 😘😘😘😘❤️❤️
Elle Florence I purchased my College bag because of your review! I ❤️it.
I have that bag as well and I absolutely adore it!
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The black PM is the BEST purchase I've ever made...get it! It's gorgeous! Love you and your videos!
I have a black caviar boy bag and a dior grey diorama and I always seem to go for the diorama bag. It’s such a easy bag to carry has the magnetic closure you don’t have a hard time getting into the bag and it goes with everything. I love my boy bag too but I just don’t use it much.
The Saint Laurent Bag is surprisingly good quality, but it is quite saggy. The Pochete Metis is amazing quality, better than the YSL, and is more structured. The LV bag does however get color transfer very easily so I would stay away from lighter colors if that's what you're afraid of. The Diorama is great as well, but they are coming out with some really cool designs for summer 18, so maybe wait and see if you like one better? Hope this helps.
Get the DIOR bag. The black one with the big gold writing. It's the nicest and black and gold are classic together
couldn't agree more with your insta handbag comment, i'm drawn into a different bag every other week!! but fast fashion isn't so sensible with designer purchases! the college bag is my FAVOURITE visually and i still wear it all the time but it hasn't worn too well to be honest. loved this video xx ♥️
Love the copper tone Diorama, the Balmain jeans are totally you, the Balmain fringe jacket is beautiful. Thanks for your great quality videos!
I had the Pochette Metis and got rid of it due to poor quality issues. I bought the College bag to replace it and I LOVE that bag. It is such a beautiful bag and so comfortable to wear. In my option the quality of the college bag far out weighs that of the Pochette Metis.
Dawn S i agree
I am the happy owner of the YSL College WOC and the Saint Laurent Sac de Jour bag, (actually the very same black one you showed in your video), :-) and I can't say enough positive things about them :-) The WOC I've had for over a year now and it's honestly one of my all-time favorite bags. It is just gorgeous and has held up very well.
The Sac de Jour I've had for a couple of months now and I love it, as well. I got caught with it in the rain and that was no prob at all. :-)
Both are just absolutely wonderful bags and I want to get the College bag in medium at some point for sure :-)
Greetings from Los Angeles,...I have the black LV Pochette Matis, I purchased it in September in Milan...I have not put it away...I through it in my yoga bag every other day, wear it all the time, I love it, the only down fall is when you need to close it you have to look at the closure to do so, if your're not looking and try to close it , you fiddle around with it and you scratch the hardware..It's a great bag , I do get compliments on the bag...
I have a YSL college bag in grey croc print and the pouchette metis in mono. In terms of quality they are both excellent however I'd say go for the LV. I love my ysl but I reach for the LV so much more, it's an amazing versatile bag and I find the strap more comfortable than the college bag
Seriously, the LV Pochette Metis is one of the best crossbody bags out there. I have two, one in the regular monogram and in the black canvas. I have never had any quality issues (although, I know many have) and want to say the quality far surpasses the YSL, which gets saggy and looks old after a few months. The PM has continued to hold up beautifully. I highly recommend 😁👍🏻
I have the pigalle in 85, had to buy in a half size lower than usual but worked out a lot more comfortable
I KNOW EXACTLY what you mean about social media and fast turn of designer bags!
You should do and update year end video to see what you bought and didn’t buy from your hit list!
Hi Sophie :) I don't have the YSL College but I do have the Louis Vuitton PM in the Black Empriente and I got it when it first released in Canada April 2017. I pretty much used it everyday for work since and it's holding up very well and is SUCH a practical bag. There is a TINY bit of glaze peeling but that's because i've used it A TON. The shape has held up pretty well too as long as you don't over stuff it. I noticed if you do that, it can deform a little bit but overall i would rate it a 9.5 / 10 because It's just so practical, chic looking, quality of leather is amazing and more timeless than the YSL college. Ive seen that bag in store and I just don't like the chunky chain it makes it too masculine looking. The PM is a prettier 'masuline' look if that makes sense :) Hope this helps xoxo
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I have a sac de jour nano in metallic silver, love it, strap can be a bit hard though
I have both ysl college bag in medium and lv metis, and i love the ysl more because it feels more quality leather for me and honestly, ysl can easily turn from day wear to night if you have only that at the moment. Ysl can be stuffed bulky and i dont even notice it bec of the slouchy bulky look of it and it doesnt even bother me at all. Ysl feels more luxe as well. I know this might be too late of a response but will post anyways. 😄
I have the LV pochette Metis in Black. I’ve had it almost a year and live it still. You can get so much in it and mine still looks brand new! Xx
I agree about the LV. Mine has the tiniest invisible logo of life. Love it for that
lol i've been bingewatching ur videos all weekend sophie!, always great to see a new one too! hope youve had a lovely weekend x
I have the pochette metis in the black and I absolutely love it. 🖤 I’ve had it for about 6 months and the only place it shows wear is on the hardware where you snap it in which I expected and I don’t mind at all. Otherwise it looks brand new. I definitely would NOT get it in the canvas - I’ve heard tons of bad things in the monogram canvas. This bag is so functional to be so small it literally holds everything I need even when I’m going on trips.
Thank you so, so much for the advice Neisha! I really think this might be the year I finally bite the bullet! Hugs to you xxx
Totally agree with you on the piping on the LV bucket bag. I was looking at a different style recently with the same colourways and it just cheapens the whole look. I too am holding out for an all black version x
Yes Sarah!!!! Why, why, why have they used neon pink?! I don't mind the flash of pink that you see from the lining on the inside, but the piping certainly cheapens the exterior. I too hope that they make a plainer version this year as I otherwise like the look. Thank you for watching and commenting :) xx
I love the LOUBOUTIN DECOLETE heels. At 59 years old I cant do a 5" heel anymore.
I have much better luck with heels under 3 3/4" high. And I want to say carry a bag you love don't think about all the trapping of social media. My favorite bag is the Chanel monogram tote from 2002. I love this bag and I wish they would make something more like it again. Thanks for sharing your Instagram shopping with us last time. I will check that out for sure.
I don’t have any of the bag designs you have mentioned but I always think the YSL looks really chic even though I love LV. All depends on the look you are after. Have fun with the hunt💕
May I make a suggestion?
Although I agree with people who told you "even if it's dated who cares, if you like it, wear it" you always say that you really want to invest in your bags instead of just spending a big amount on a bag that will only stay for a few months, so here is some information about two bags that you mentioned.
1.The LV bucket bag. It looks nice and I like bucket bags overall, but one thing about them is they have made a come back from the 90's as a nostalgia and have already sort of hit their peek this time around. So, even though the mass market can still have a lot of them produced, the actual trend of it is slowly diminishing (not my personal opinion, but fashion industry opinions and "rules" + my own research, fashion studies and knowledge of trends for years). Hence, I'm not sure it will be produced by LV more than this, unless they come up with a smaller edition, because it won't be as profitable at this point. I hope this will help with making a decision about this bag whether you want to wait for more, buy this one or not go for it at all.
2. Dior Evolution - a similar approach with a slight difference. I actually liked it from the very beginning, but as you said, it has been all over the Instagram and other social media and that means a lot of people will get tired of it soon. That is a general look on how the fashion world usually looks at trends and products. Yet, I have a feeling that there is a possibility of this bag staying a little longer than the bucket bag for instance, because it really reminds me of the Dior it bag - Saddle, in the past. It looked edgy for that time and it hit the market really hard and they kept coming up with different versions of it. Maybe that will happen to Evolution, now that is my personal opinion... but if it happens, that would mean it will stay for a little longer making it interesting again and again. I hope this will help you decide.
Side note: As much as I love Evolution, I think too many people have that almost same bag, so I personally would wait to see what happens, maybe (if) more versions of it will keep coming up... because if not, for me, it would be a shame to buy a trendy bag when it's almost not trendy. If you love it so much that you don't care, then go for it.
P.S. About the shoes. I'm not fussy about my heels, I can handle a lot of "uncomfortable" shoes and I love patent leather, but personally, I don't like the patent Louboutins, because it's uncomfortable for me. Narrow and high heeled with their arch feels more than other brands, your toes are squeezed and patent leather doesn't stretch in general, so your foot is sort of trapped in a bad position for a while (some of them hurt even in store while trying), compared to leather which gives room for comfort.
I suggest go try them on in the end of the day, when you walked around for a while. This is when our feet get a little swollen and it's best to see if the shoe fits right for you.
Apologies for making it so long... and very fun video to watch :)
Hi, thank you so much! I'm actually in the process of making a fashion channel, that I've been putting off for the longest time, for a few reasons. Reading your comment is very encouraging! Also, people like Sophie help with that too. Thank you Sophie :) Hopefully within a couple of weeks.
Very good reply. Create your own channel girl
Simply Blissful thank you so much! I'm working on it
I do think I'll be purchasing the Pochette Métis in the signature monogram 😊
Hi Sophie ! I work for LV and I can tell you the quality standrads have lowered so much lately that I sincerely advice you to not buy anything from them, in terms of shoes the LV shoes are very unconfortable and I get that from all the LV clients , they all complain they cannot wear the shoes ,any shoes for that matter , and also they are very narrow , I have the same shoe size as you and same height and I can tell you in LV I need a 41 size , whereas I normally wear 39 .My advice is stay away from LV !
makeupabsolu great information
Oh my GOSH!!!! This information is GOLD! Thank you Makeupabsolu for sharing, this is helpful not just for me but for anyone reading.
I haven't bought LV since 2015, I noticed the drop in quality back then - small things such as the quality of the linings and leather/stitching etc. Funny you mention the footwear because I have been thinking about the Matchmake pumps. I haven't tried them on but have admired from afar. I'm taking your advice seriously on this, thank you!!!! xxx
Thank you😅👍I was thinking about that bag from LV When I’m travelling to London in Mars. I skip that ... 😉
No problem Sophie ! I like you too much to keep this away from you , also , the Matchmake pumps are very stiff and because they are made from canvas they will not be kind to your feet at all , I do not suggest the canvas shoes to anyone , not only it cracks or wears bad , but it is impossible to walk in them .
If you have any other question regarding any other product from the LV range never hesitate to write to me , I will be more than happy to replay to you ! Best wishes !
makeupabsolui i don’t believe that you’re working for LV
I would choose the beige Pochette Metis, just because I've never seen you having a beige bag
Hi Sophie personally I prefer the ysl collage bag to the Lv one , I know they look similar but I’ve just never liked the look of the lv one xx
I would definitely go Saint Laurent college bag, it screams quality, the leather is so beautiful, it is edgy, even men (like my dad, lol)) who know nothing about designer bags, game me multiple compliments on how beautiful the bag is. It took me 2 years to decide and buy it, I am glad I did, and I love it! Be careful, YSL sac de Jour is kind of heavy bag. xoxo
hello Sophie,
i love your videos, you have such a nice style. Just to give you a little help if you want, the most comfortable CL pumps are the decolette ones in my opinion, more than the pigalle xxx
I agree that the Diorama looks a bit like the Chanel Boy, but now that I own the Diorama, I think its a much more feminine bag for lack of a better description. I looked at the boy and its got thicker lines, its heavier and hardware is chunky. So - even though its the same size - it serves a different fashion purpose.
Hi Sophie, I have the Pochette Metis both in monogram reverse and in the navy empreinte . Love them both, use them a lot. But because I use them also crossbody, I got colour transfer on the reverse, but the navy one is as New. So, for me, I would avoid the Papirus-although it looks gorgeous - because of the risk of colour transfer... HTH, xoxo
I’ll put my money on LV Pochette Metis, it is classic and has been around quite awhile. The YSL, on the other hand is quite practical, but it will depreciate in value so quick compare to LV.
I own the Metis and I love it! So beautiful and secure!
Hi Sophie. Lovely wish list! I've had the black PM since April and used it a lot because it holds its shape, fits loads and is so carefree. The only wear I see are scratches on the clasp where you close it. I'm thinking of selling it as I just bought a Reissue and need the money, but I'm afraid I may regret it as I love it so much. If you are interested in buying one preloved, please let me know. Thanks for all your videos. 💕
Omg really?? I love love the monogram trotter Dior print. The print is timeless, fun and can be dressed up or down. I think it will be big in 2018! Loved the video ❤
I think the Pochette Metis is a better option! The quality will be much better than YSL and they are too similar to have both, it's also a bit cheaper so it makes sense! X
Go for the Metis! 😍 iv had mine for about a year and it’s become one of my favourite bags ever. Love your videos xx
Hi Sophie, love your new video. I have the patent New Simple pumps in 85mm and it pretty much comfortable compared to the 100mm ones (I cannot commend on the pointed toe bit as these ones have a 0.5mm platform and are almond toe). The maximum I can stand my patent Loubi is 3-4hrs. Since mine did not stretch, my feet keeps swelling x
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I have the YSL! I've compared the quality against LV. Truthfully, the Louis is much better quality.
I have the older version of the sac de jour. The handle is cracking unfortunately :( everything else about the bag is perfect.
Love the belted Balmain jacket! It would look gorgeous on you.
I would buy the LV Pochette Metis over the YSL; over here in the States the Pochette is hard to come by.
Honey your wish list is spot on , specially that balmain denim and the belt blazer. Least favourite is the Dior. The first one you showed, I’ve never liked that bag from day one . Look like a shinny envelope box and seen similar cheap makes on eBay for 5.99 which is alittle irritating but love your picks. Have you checked out Gianvito Rossi Plexi Pumps 105 ? I’ve heard they’re super comfy and would love to try one myself but I think they ll look great on your aesthetic 😘😘
Wow I've never been so early!! 💗That Diorama bag!! Sending love and warm hugs from Southern California 💗💗💗
Maggie!!!! I am dreaming of what your weather must be like in southern Cali!!! Right now it is dark, cold, quite windy and tipping with rain over here! Thank you for watching as you always do :) Have a great week sweetie xxxx
I really like the Louboution heels that you mentioned, I have been looking into one to buy for my graduation this year but they are never in stock in the nearest store to me, so I kind of feel like its pointless to buy without knowing how they feel or look on me! I would definitely go for the lower heel though, because I am not great at walking in heels like that and they are not that comfy typically! I love boots, they are always so comfy and just nice haha
The satin blazer is magnificent. Please get it, it looks like you.
Hi Sophie,Love your vids! Look forward to Sunday's and Wednesdays. A few times I've heard you mention colour transfer. There is a product called Colonil Carbon Pro which you can spray onto your bags (and rockstuds!) to prevent this. Have you ever tried it? Louise xx
Hi...so? Did you get the Dior revolution? I need you opinion on the particular Bag! It doesn’t look like a great Investment to me but i (and my wife) do like the look! That’s why i consider pre-loved!
Sooophie that Chanel Flap Top and Pochette Metis and Balmain blazers❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
I own the Pochette Metis in Black Leather. I love that bag! But I also own the YSL large soft envelope which is very similar to the college bags. I have to say quality wise if you are only buying one go for YSL. But I love both and would get both honestly. Get them in different colors.
Great list! Adore you and love watching your videos. You have great energy 😊