Polene does have a backpack version but smaller than the one in this video. Senreve has updated their bags. If you like the convertible option from Senreve but not the buckle, check out their Armonica line. It does not have that buckle clasp.

Oh no! I have never heard of the strap transferring color. How strange! I am sorry to hear that happened to you. It hasn't happened to me but I will keep an eye out.

Hi Irene! I think you will like these. The numero un came out in a nano size not too long ago :)

Totally agreed! Senreve's durability is unmatched. The leather of Polene is amazingly soft. Both are awesome bags :)

Pink is nice for the coming spring! Highly recommend :)

Glad to help, Martha! Thank you so much for the feedback and for watching. Have a great night!

Hello! Thank you so much for watching and for your feedback. I am so happy to know my videos help and that's what keeps me making them! I haven't pre-ordered a vegan Maestra as I am still debating. However, I am intrigued since the photos online of the leather looks very much like saffiano. If I get my hands on one I will definitely review it. I hope it will be as strong as their leather counterparts. Stay tuned! Glad you are loving the midi in chestnut. I love that color (first one I ever bought) and the midi Maestra is an awesome size. Stay safe!

Hello - the mimosa midi maestra bag does not feel uncomfortable on the shoulder. While the leather is stiffer, there is a slightly thicker band at the top of the strap to even out the bag weight. It is stiffer than pebbled or dolce leather, but not to the degree where it would dig into your skin.

My mini is in the lilac color and it goes so well with many outfits. I get what you mean - a bright color can be very loud. Senreve has a good exchange policy so hopefully you can find the right color. That is a tough choice - I love the ice blue because it can almost seem white in some light. I think Lilac would look great on the midi. What colors do you wear usually? If you wear light colors, I think the ice blue would go really nicely there. Darker shades clothing would go very nice with the lilac! Don't forget to use ANGELEYN50 at checkout to save $50! I sometimes forget haha!

@@angeleyn I too have my eyes on Aria belt bag for a long time but can't decide on the leather. The chestnut looks nice but I'm afraid it won't be good for summer. I'm thinking about the forest but I feel it's a bit dark and look like black in some lights. The blush is too pale for my like. The lilac looks nice from your video. Do you think it's hard to pair with outfit i.e. pastel colors. Do you like Mimosa or Pebble leather more? Should I go with Forest? Can the Lilac be used for all seasons in your thought?

That's a tough decision, Vivien! I think if I were traveling, I would prefer the Senreve. If I were going out day to day, I would pick the polene. However, the Senreve Alunna has stolen my heart!

I did see the numero sept and was tempted to get it. Too bad the strap cannot be removed. I think I would have gone for it if it had that flexibility. The dolce leather is tougher than the polene so far.

@@angeleyn thanks for pointing that out - I would love the Sept too without the shoulder strap!

Hello! Unfortunately I don't own the Givenchy Antigona in the small size so I don't have that information. I did compare the weight of the Polene numero un with the Senreve Mini Maestra in the video. I don't find it too heavy, but it is well made. Hope that helps!

angeleyn Thank you so much!

It's heavy empty - let alone with all your stuff in it!

Good question! Such a difficult decision as I like them for different reasons. If I had to choose between the two, I would probably go with the Polene because it can fit more. However, if I chose between the midi Maestra and Polene, I would go for the midi Maestra because I can wear it as a backpack and crossbody/shoulder bag. It is also more durable and has the compartments I need.

Hey K K. They are both so beautiful! I use the maestra one more because it is more durable and can be worn multiple ways. When I do wear the polene - it just feels so luxurious. The leather is butter soft! Do you think you will get the maestra in the mini size or larger size?

angeleyn thanks for answering, i just ordered Midi In Latte Color and I cant wait to see and it, ill wait til Christmas to buy the Polene 🥰

Hi Diana. I actually don't use the iphone plug, but the other two works very well. bit.ly/3alVIeM

Thank you 🤗

Agreed! I did that comparison in my last video. This was a special request from a subscriber so I figured I can do one in case someone liked the size of the mini more so. Great observation :)

Hi Kim, the Polene is 2 lbs 2 oz and the Senreve Midi Maestra is 2lbs 11 oz. The Senreve Mini maestra is about 1 lb 12 oz. So the Mini maestra is actually lighter than the Polene. Hope that helps. Also, Senreve has a bag sale right now and can be used with the $50 off code ANGELEYN. Just in case you decide you want the lighter bag :)

Aw thank you so much, Audrey! This comment made my day.

They feel very much about the same. The maestra feels sturdier so it leads me to pick that is also the heavier one if I had to pick one. Hope that helps!

@@angeleyn thank you.

The closure is stiffer than I prefer, but it helps prevent the bag from accidentally opening. I don't really use the zipper so this is the only way for the bag to stay shut. I noticed the dolce leather does soften over time, but the mimosa leather that I have here hasn't soften. They do have other styles that do not have this belt loop closure such as the Cadence style, which is a metal clasp.

@@angeleyn thank you! I did order the mimosa Maestra and I guess I’ll give the closure a whirl. I wasn’t going to use the zipper and just the clasp so hoping it works out. They are such beautiful bags.

Hello Andri 😊

I get what you mean! Leather is definitely more luxurious but has weight too. Definitely need a good balance and one that fits your lifestyle :)

thank you!

I got this a while back, but it is sold out. Here is similar one on sale for less than $10 bit.ly/2ya3kTV

The leather is much softer than Senreve. I do like that Senreve bags can be worn many ways. That being said I think Polene just came out with a convertible bag!

I think they have their own beauty