Thank you for the in depth review with pros and cons. The functionality details of the interior is quite helpful. It’s a beautiful bag and versatile with clothing styling. The Cyme is definitely on my future purchases list 👍🏻
Thank you for showing the limitations of the “stickie out bits” - I too love the design of the bag and was very close to buying one, but I know that having to fuss to get the contents to sit right around those parts would drive me nuts. I need a clean interior so you just saved me a big of heartbreak because no other reviewer I’ve seen has mentioned this.
I know this video is older, but you're supposed to slide the button through the hole from the side instead of from the top, that's what the slits are for. I have the same closure on the straps of my Dix, and doing this has been a game changer, so much easier. Great review by the way, this helped a lot!
@@anhthunguyen2180 Don't try to push the button through the hole all at once but rather from the side, so first one side of the button and then the other. In this case the slit can help. But I admit it's way more fiddly with the Cyme than with the Dix because the buttons are smaller. You still have to force it a couple of times until it wears in a little bit.
Thank you for this useful review! I greatly appreciate the tip about the bottom part of the bag, where you go into how you have to position your laptop to get it to sit right. Still mulling over this as a gift to myself...
I have the black one (the newer version with black stitches) and it isn't that sturdy at all. Within one month it looked flimsy and stretched out although I carried a lot less stuff in it, babying it. My best friend has the brown one that she bought at the same time and when we looked at them side by side then there was a difference in leather definitely. The black one was thinner and less study, brown one was very well structured and held beautifully. I have sent the bag back because the edges on the handles had defects and I hope they look at the bag's quality overall. I am not happy at all seeing so many Polene bag reviews where other bags have way better quality than mine :(
Thanks so much for flagging this! I had no idea the quality would differ depending on colour!! That's awful and so sorry to hear you didn't have a goo experience :( Thanks so much for sharing this though!
thank you so much for this review, this is a great one. i really want to buy this bag but I carry a big lunch box, a tumbler with coffee plus my laptop to work daily. so seeing the corners of this bag and how it limits what I can carry sadly I think I have to take this bag from my list :( thanks a lot again for the great review.
I've just ordered one like this but mini. On their web said 2available so I ordered and chose 5day shipping. Unfortunately there was a delay in their website so my order fell into the pre - order list(After I contacted them. And they told me that eta of the item is in April). They refunded me the shipping fee. Mine is arriving next week!!POLENE HAS EXCELLENT CUSTOMER SERVICE! I thought I accessed a cloned web as I was previously scammed before. Thanks Polene!
@@KeepCalmandCarrieOn hi there! I’m considering this bag and curious if it’s too for an ever day bag if not carrying a laptop. Is the color good for year round? Or more a Fall/Winter?
So sorry for the late reply! I didn't have any data before but I actually just this month tried using it on a plane as an airport bag! I was afraid of things falling out too so what I did was used the dust bag to bag this bag. That meant (1) the bag would be kept clean when I placed it under the seat in front of me and (2) because the dust bag has a drawstring, I could use that to essentially shut the bag completely so things didn't fall out! It was defo a concern though, and have to say was not the best airport bag xxx
Hi, thank you so much for your review, it was very helpful! One thing I may have missed is the stability of the bag. I really dislike totes that flop over and spill all your things out onto the floor and have been hesitant on purchasing this bag because I'm wary that the shape of it will make it quite unstable for carrying work items such as iPad/laptop, books, water bottle, etc. When you carry your laptop do you find the bag is likely to spill things out when you set it down or is it able to stay upright?
Hi Zora - so sorry I completely missed your comment! The bag usually stands when I put my laptop and other things inside but definitely depends on how much you stuff it! The bag has a very small base so it wouldn't take much to make the bag fall over! Hope you love the bag when you get it :) xxx
Hi! Thanks for the review 😊 I just bought this bag, but after trying to wear it once I realized that the weight too heavy on my shoulders and I don’t even put my laptop :( now considering to get the small one instead… do u also feel pains sometimes or is it just weak me?
Great review, very useful thank you! I cant decide whether to get this bag or the numero un. Great tip about not being able to use it with the long straps with only one arm. Do the short straps get in the way when you wear it with the long straps, do they poke you in the armpit?
Hi Evelien! So sorry I missed your comment! They don't "poke" me in the armpit although when the weather is warmer and I'm wearing less layers then I do sort of notice the straps being there if that makes sense... I don't find them uncomfortable but I also tend to wear layers being in the UK! Hope that helps :) xx
I think u need to insert the side strap side ways to its mushroom button, do not poke it directly to the hole. 😊 coz if u do directly to it, you will definitely really have a hard time 😊 just my thought of it..
Thank you for your insightful et sincere take on this fabulous bag. I was wondering if you have space for a medium tupperware and bottle and your computer ? I really wish to use it as work bag as you do, but I want to make sure, it is enough roomy.
So sorry I missed your comment and thanks so much for the kind feedback! I haven't actually tried putting a tupperware, bottle and laptop all in together. It definitely fits a laptop and chilly's water bottle. As for the tupperware, my guess is that there is room for a tupperware and a computer BUT I don't think you would be able to place the tupperware flat at the bottom because of those flap things on the inside of the bag that I showed in the video. I think you'd have to put the box in sideways... So if you have something with sauce/liquids I definitely would not recommend using this bag! If you are looking for a bag that can fit more then I'd recommend checking out my newest video which is in the process of being uploaded now :) I'll send you a link once it's up! xx
I’m loving the look of this bag but I know it’s just too big for me and would get no use. Still eyeing the Beri though. I also prefer that it has lining… vintage Coach bags that are bare inside like this feels icky to me 😅
I have this cyme but in mini version - perfect size for petite lady! I also though that the standard one would be to big for my figure and the mini version is just perfect!
Thank you for the in depth review with pros and cons. The functionality details of the interior is quite helpful. It’s a beautiful bag and versatile with clothing styling. The Cyme is definitely on my future purchases list 👍🏻
Thank you for showing the limitations of the “stickie out bits” - I too love the design of the bag and was very close to buying one, but I know that having to fuss to get the contents to sit right around those parts would drive me nuts. I need a clean interior so you just saved me a big of heartbreak because no other reviewer I’ve seen has mentioned this.
I know this video is older, but you're supposed to slide the button through the hole from the side instead of from the top, that's what the slits are for. I have the same closure on the straps of my Dix, and doing this has been a game changer, so much easier. Great review by the way, this helped a lot!
Thanks for the tip!! Xx
Hi can you elaborate on this? I've been struggling with the side straps too :(
@@anhthunguyen2180 Don't try to push the button through the hole all at once but rather from the side, so first one side of the button and then the other. In this case the slit can help. But I admit it's way more fiddly with the Cyme than with the Dix because the buttons are smaller. You still have to force it a couple of times until it wears in a little bit.
@@maiiamiii Thanks a lot! Will definitely give it a go
Thank you for this useful review! I greatly appreciate the tip about the bottom part of the bag, where you go into how you have to position your laptop to get it to sit right. Still mulling over this as a gift to myself...
Eeek let me know what you decided! Glad this video helped :) xx
I have the black one (the newer version with black stitches) and it isn't that sturdy at all. Within one month it looked flimsy and stretched out although I carried a lot less stuff in it, babying it. My best friend has the brown one that she bought at the same time and when we looked at them side by side then there was a difference in leather definitely. The black one was thinner and less study, brown one was very well structured and held beautifully. I have sent the bag back because the edges on the handles had defects and I hope they look at the bag's quality overall. I am not happy at all seeing so many Polene bag reviews where other bags have way better quality than mine :(
Hi, could you share your experience? What did they decide about the bag? Thank you!
Thanks so much for flagging this! I had no idea the quality would differ depending on colour!! That's awful and so sorry to hear you didn't have a goo experience :( Thanks so much for sharing this though!
thank you so much for this review, this is a great one. i really want to buy this bag but I carry a big lunch box, a tumbler with coffee plus my laptop to work daily. so seeing the corners of this bag and how it limits what I can carry sadly I think I have to take this bag from my list :( thanks a lot again for the great review.
This is a beautiful bag! I firstly wanted it in the cognac colour but I kind of want it in camel now. It would be perfect for summer :)
I've just ordered one like this but mini. On their web said 2available so I ordered and chose 5day shipping. Unfortunately there was a delay in their website so my order fell into the pre - order list(After I contacted them. And they told me that eta of the item is in April). They refunded me the shipping fee. Mine is arriving next week!!POLENE HAS EXCELLENT CUSTOMER SERVICE! I thought I accessed a cloned web as I was previously scammed before. Thanks Polene!
This was a very helpful review! I really appreciate you pointing out the construction at the bottom interior. 💖🌸
Thanks for the love xx
Thank you for this review. Such a great bag. It is definitely on my wishlist
Thanks for watching! Yes totally agree, love this bag
@@KeepCalmandCarrieOn hi there! I’m considering this bag and curious if it’s too for an ever day bag if not carrying a laptop. Is the color good for year round? Or more a Fall/Winter?
I'm considering getting this bag for work as well so your review is most helpful! Would you say this bag would fit a 14in laptop as well?
Thank you for your review! So sorry about your nails to, we appreciate the sacrifice!
This is an awesome review!! Thank you so much
I bought my mom the same purse and she loves it.
Glad she loves it! I love it too!
Thank you so much for the interesting video.... It was so helpful.... I am in love with Polène Bags.... 🌞🌞💛💛
Thanks for the review!! Putting this bag in my wishlist :)
No problem! Glad it was helpful ^^ please do consider subscribing to my channel - it means a lot to me! X
Great review - thank you so much for all the details.
Great review! Have you ever had issues with items falling out of laid out? Thinking of using it as a airport bag
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So sorry for the late reply! I didn't have any data before but I actually just this month tried using it on a plane as an airport bag! I was afraid of things falling out too so what I did was used the dust bag to bag this bag. That meant (1) the bag would be kept clean when I placed it under the seat in front of me and (2) because the dust bag has a drawstring, I could use that to essentially shut the bag completely so things didn't fall out! It was defo a concern though, and have to say was not the best airport bag xxx
I use the same laptop like yours! After watching your video, consider to purchase one 😊
Hi, thank you so much for your review, it was very helpful! One thing I may have missed is the stability of the bag. I really dislike totes that flop over and spill all your things out onto the floor and have been hesitant on purchasing this bag because I'm wary that the shape of it will make it quite unstable for carrying work items such as iPad/laptop, books, water bottle, etc. When you carry your laptop do you find the bag is likely to spill things out when you set it down or is it able to stay upright?
Thank you so much for this video! Really helpful!
Glad you found it helpful! Xx
Very good review! 😍 I have a question though, is it still able to stand when you put laptop and other stuff in it? I'm thinking to get one in black 🥰
Hi Zora - so sorry I completely missed your comment! The bag usually stands when I put my laptop and other things inside but definitely depends on how much you stuff it! The bag has a very small base so it wouldn't take much to make the bag fall over! Hope you love the bag when you get it :) xxx
Hi! Thanks for the review 😊 I just bought this bag, but after trying to wear it once I realized that the weight too heavy on my shoulders and I don’t even put my laptop :( now considering to get the small one instead… do u also feel pains sometimes or is it just weak me?
Thank you. Great review. Do you recommend it as a travel bag? Would it fly well?
Thanks for such a thorough review on the bag. What coat are you wearing in the photo styled with the bag? (The tan/cognac coat with a tie). Thanks!
Love this I must definitely get this one
Thank you very much for the review video ❤️
I love the bag, but i chose the numero un black trio, getting it soon. love your review.
Hi! What did you use to remove pencil marks?
Thanks for this great in depth review. Is the inner pouch detachable?
Great review, very useful thank you! I cant decide whether to get this bag or the numero un. Great tip about not being able to use it with the long straps with only one arm. Do the short straps get in the way when you wear it with the long straps, do they poke you in the armpit?
Hi Evelien! So sorry I missed your comment! They don't "poke" me in the armpit although when the weather is warmer and I'm wearing less layers then I do sort of notice the straps being there if that makes sense... I don't find them uncomfortable but I also tend to wear layers being in the UK! Hope that helps :) xx
I think u need to insert the side strap side ways to its mushroom button, do not poke it directly to the hole. 😊 coz if u do directly to it, you will definitely really have a hard time 😊 just my thought of it..
Thank you! What is the color cognac or camel?
I believe this is cognac. Camel is much lighter.
Cognac
beautiful bag.what colour is this one?
Cognac
Hello! Amazing review! I love the bag but know I also need to know where did you get that jumper ?!😅 thanku!
Thank you! Xx It’s from Massimo Dutti, I’m not sure if they sell it anymore though! It’s a super jumper for autumn/winter!
Thanks for the review! Can the stringy bits on the sides be completely removed?
Sorry for the late reply! No they can't sadly :( Would've loved that option!!
Is it heavy?
Thank you for your insightful et sincere take on this fabulous bag. I was wondering if you have space for a medium tupperware and bottle and your computer ? I really wish to use it as work bag as you do, but I want to make sure, it is enough roomy.
So sorry I missed your comment and thanks so much for the kind feedback! I haven't actually tried putting a tupperware, bottle and laptop all in together. It definitely fits a laptop and chilly's water bottle. As for the tupperware, my guess is that there is room for a tupperware and a computer BUT I don't think you would be able to place the tupperware flat at the bottom because of those flap things on the inside of the bag that I showed in the video. I think you'd have to put the box in sideways... So if you have something with sauce/liquids I definitely would not recommend using this bag! If you are looking for a bag that can fit more then I'd recommend checking out my newest video which is in the process of being uploaded now :) I'll send you a link once it's up! xx
ua-cam.com/video/zq4Enp6Twtk/v-deo.html this is the link to my video on laptop friendly work bags! 🧡
Im torn between this and the cabas, im just worried the cabas would look too big on me .. im 5 feet and nothing 😄
What colour is it ?
Cognac
Would you recommend this bag as a casual summer tote?
Hi there! What size is your Polene Bag? Thank you
What is the name of this colour?
Will it fit a petite person? 160 in height?
Is this bag flimsy?
Hi,Is it too large to 160cm. Thx.
Those small straps remind me of the strap on my Hermes Picotin…just a pain and in the way.
What size laptop have you used in the video?
awesome review. is it pebbled leather or is it more similar to saffiano?
Saffiano
Im wondering have u tried using inserts with this bag?
I haven’t sorry! I would imagine it’s quite difficult because of the bottom sticky out bits that I talk about in my video :/
I’m loving the look of this bag but I know it’s just too big for me and would get no use. Still eyeing the Beri though. I also prefer that it has lining… vintage Coach bags that are bare inside like this feels icky to me 😅
I have this cyme but in mini version - perfect size for petite lady! I also though that the standard one would be to big for my figure and the mini version is just perfect!
Hi! this bad Polene mini size or large?
It's the large one
Is this the mini version please?
Hi Nicole, no this is the regular size :) xx
Can the short strap be tucked into the purse?
Hi Ruby, no they can't :( xx
Annoying review. Finding issues where they not even exist about the straps. LOL
you’re literally my comfort person i love you #LVGUCI
New friend here sending may full support. *yutulux*
What color is this bag?
Cognac
is it heavy?
900g