Saggy bottoms, snagged hair, and scratches- true luxury experience with that Chanel boy bag 😜 only need to pay couple thousand for it too

When I was at the Chanel store in Paris the SA was pushing the boy bag. I mentioned some of the annoying flaws Sophie has mentioned before and the SA was highly offended. He literally blamed any flaws on the bag owner not caring for a bag properly.

The entire point of the Falabella tote (Stella McCartney) is that it’s meant to be slouchy. Like that one is literally called the fold over

Honest to god if you take some Coach Leather Cleaner and then the Coach Leather Moisturizer to that scratch on your boy bag it will come right out! I work for coach and some of these customers and their long nails 🙄 its like a death sentence to some bags but hey the Cleaner and Moisturizer works so well. I swear by it. I use it on my Louis, Dior, and Chanel bags and it works like magic.

The Bottega Jodie bag gets better!! When I bought mine I was annoyed with the zipper. But after wearing it around for like 2 weeks straight in Paris. The zipper is now smooth and the bag saggs a bit and looks better too!

I have four Stella McCartney Falabellas and i love ALL of them, for different reasons. granted- most of them are tiny/mini bags so i don't have issues with structure/ sagging much, but i do have a taupe foldover and basically everything you said is true, especially for the bigger falabellas- the noise, and weird shapelessness, heavy chain issues (actually mine is due for repair because the stupid chain broke, literally, i feel like the heaviness of the bag works against itself), but i originally got this bag to use it as an oversize clutch/ pillow/ cuddle buddy because I love that look- it's like pre-cloud bag

I remember another KZfaqr saying that the Stella McCartney bag was so noisy it sounded like she was being followed down the street by a goat herd. That really made me laugh. I mostly don’t like it because it looks like a cheap and nasty mess. I like the look of the Boy bag but so many people have had bad experiences with it that it will never be on my wish list.

It's always so annoying when we spend so much on our bags and then stuff happens.

I simply adore how you handle your bags as mother handles her children. For some those would be "just bags". And you are the example how bags are so much more: daily companions, investments and objects of pride and love. ❤ You are always classy, kind and simply fabulous. It's such joy to watch your videos and learn from your knowledge and experience.

This video was very helpful and opened my eyes alot about things to look at and check out before buying a new bag, There are so many bags I bought that are now just sitting on the shelf and collecting dust . Thank you for this helpful video ,I love your content, hope you'll have a beautiful week Sophie ❤ sending you love from Israel😊

Thank you Sophie. Great advice. You are right, we need to own and use a bag for a while before we can notice all the downsides. It took me years to get there, now I know exactly, which styles are with buying. Happy Holidays.

I find these videos really helpful. Luxury bags are an investment and it's nice having a point of view explaining their practicality (or lack thereof) before investing. At the end of the day many bags are cute or stylish, I like knowing what to expect once the thrill of the new is gone.

The YSL Lou camera bag is my favorite bag. There are so many colors and it holds so much more than I thought it would. I got it two price increases ago and I’m so glad I did. Brilliant bag.

I bought a Balenciaga City bag recently. Mock croc. The quality of the leather, zip, lining and bright yellow gold hardware was shockingingly bad! I returned it immediately. I then bought an Aspinal of London bag at a quarter of the price, and the quality is ten times better!! Lovely leather and finishing, champagne gold hardware. Great zip etc.

As always I really enjoyed watching and learning. Thanks! The Stella McCartney bag may look better in real life but on camera i thought it looked a tad like something from a market stall.

Another great video! and at the perfect time. I don’t do chain bags because they always tangle my hair; very annoying. Also, clear colored bags tend to get color transfer in spite of any measure to avoid it.

You are very nice Sophie! Even though I can't afford designer bags, you are very relatable, and genuine. Ps the picture you showed of yourself towards the beginning of you're vlog, which was when you went out and you were wearing a black blazer dress, you looked fab! Happy Christmas 🎄 to you and David x

Great video Sophie! I have found that I love when a bag has an outside pocket for my phone. For this reason I love my Chanel 19 for everyday use. Your birthday earrings look beautiful on you. Sending a big hug from the US. XO

One of your best video of 2021 Sophie. I'm so glad you are sharing the reality of owning these expensive handbags. I had to sell my original Fendi Peekaboo. The clicking noise of hardware, heaviness, and awkwardness of center divider drove me nuts.

Hi Sophie, lovely vid as usual! I went into the local prada boutique about 2 weeks ago, im quite certain that bucket bag is no longer under £1k. I have some bags/slg under men’s line under various brands as they seem better priced and just generally cool looking. Or just more understated designs. Definitely more bag for your money ✌🏼

Thank you so much for the practical advice!! I can’t tell you how much I appreciate it. I’ve been thinking about an everyday bag and now I think I’ve got it! Your the best✨❤️

The thing is love, when you love a bag so much youd would use it, undermining the bad trait on how inconvenience the bag was despite knowing that. HOWEVER, once you found a great bag potentially could replace that bag, you can give 1001 reasons how the former bag is not worth it.

I have the boy bag in a blue color, I think calfskin. It does squeeze the bag a bit but I have an organizer in mine so no sag. The chain has never gotten caught in the chain but I do mostly wear my hair up because that’s how I prefer it. So I love my boy amd no corner problems so far. Thanks for this vid Sophie!

I just bought a Prada bucket bag. It’s my first luxury bag, and I love it! On my list is a Lady Dior, and I had been considering the mini because I don’t carry much. This video was very helpful because now I’m thinking a larger size may be less frustrating even though I don’t need the room. I had a similar experience with a Kate Spade bag in a small size. I love the bag, but is frustrating to use.

Thank you for a super informative video - I had never considered looking at a bucket bag, I will now! Great suggestions for the other bags too.

I totally agree with all your commentary and based on your advice i purchased the LV Alma BB this March and is the "my go " daily bag. Wonderful advice Sophie, thank you. 🤗

Laughing my head off at "I don't wanna do that to myself" and nobbly bits wrap the hair lol

I've got the Alma BB and the YSL and while I can also vouch that they are great day bags, I had strap issues with both of them as I'm quite short. I got a cobbler to punch me a few extra holes in the YSL strap and now it's super versatile, and I tend to use an adjustable Coach strap with my Alma if I'm not carrying it top handle.

Great video! I have never been bothered/complained about my Steel McCartney bag, but do agree the BV bag looks amazing but a hazard to open&close….

I always enjoy your videos! Your review of the Alma BB actually helped me make the decision to get it and I was fortunate to find it in the boutique!

Thank you Sophie, I’ve been watching your videos for a few years now but don’t often comment. I’ve been wanting a luxury bag for such a long time. I got a really good buy on the ysl camera bag , on the Black Friday sales , so I finally went ahead and purchased it in black. Love the colour you got , but I’m happy that you love the bag ❤️🇦🇺💕

I second you Sophie on the Lady Dior bag! It is so beautiful and sophisticated looking and it has such great craftsmanship. I also find it very functional and roomy for all of my things.

I love the bucket bag that is def on my buckets list hee hee . I use a cheap bag in that style so easy to put things in and take out. Thanks for the info.

Aw, I love the look of Chanel boy bag, I think more than the classic flap to be honest-regardless of the corners or squishiness/sagginess haha. I'm so indifferent about bucket bags though, I can't tell if I like them or not!

Omg I just love you. Finally someone said it loud. And also most luxurious stuff doesn’t have even a little bit great quality.

I think that YSL color might be “Blanc Vintage”-that’s my favorite shade, too. Elegant and unusual.

i'm laughing so hard at the stella mccartney... i only like the mini version of that bag because it has a) the perfect slouchiness and b) isn't loud. my mom has one of the larger ones and you can always hear her coming and she struggles to find anything in it because it's *too* slouchy

Hey! Thanks for the video. I completely agree with you about the boy bag. I sold it almost immediately after purchasing it.

Love your shoutout to the med Lady. I got that size too after your previous reviews. I'm glad to report after a year that it's my best choice. 🥰

I’m stopping mid video because I will forget what I want to say. I have avoided the Chanel Boy Bag since it’s release… it just never seemed to be a big that grabbed me. I have a number of Chanel bags and my most reached for is my calfskin classic mini/small bag… I really don’t know it’s official name. I’ve had it 10+ years and it’s in perfect condition. I have either the same or a very similar Stella McCartney bag and it’s the heaviest bag I own. I do love it but it’s just ugh to carry. Ok next half of your video! X

Love this video! Thank you for sharing your honesty and bag wisdom 😊

Fun video and great points 👍. I have a Sac du Jour Nano in the same color as your YSL :). I'm eyeing a slightly larger (baby) Sac du Jour. I find they are so roomy, classy and easy to use. Thanks for sharing.

This video is so helpful just this week I gave one of my daughters a pair of Christian Louloutin pumps I paid $750 wore them once they were to narrow in the front couldn’t stand how you see the toe line and I also gave a zipper Louis Vuitton wallet that I paid $950 bought when I traveled to Las Vegas to my other daughter cause I had it in my drawer never used it too hard to get into and also too heavy! This is the best luxury bag video ever I even watched the commercials to make sure you got paid for it! Very helpful thanks ❤️

I could never buy Stella McCartney's bags, they are over priced for bags that are not leather.

i love your blouse! also, i really miss your Christmas vlogs from last year! youtube auto played one of them after this video and it reminded me of how relaxing it was!!

I have the Bottega Veneta mini Jodie bag in the Grass color and I don't have an issue with the zipper at all. It fits all my essentials and I love it!

The Gabrielle backpack is a bucket bag and can be worn crossbody as well. The structured bottom makes it even better! I think that is always available and defiantly worth considering.❤️

Thank you. I don't own anything nicer than a Fossil bag, but have considered getting one luxury bag. The Chanel Boy looks won me over, but I will look at the Dior or YSL bags you mentioned instead. I appreciate the honestly with all the flaws.

When Sophie actually sacrificed her hair for that demo with the boy bag 🥲💕 xx

I have the Saint laurent camera bag saved on my karma app, as well as the sac du jour and I can't decide between them 😅 I love camera bags, I have two from Kate spade that I use on a regular basis. As always thank you for your videos! Even in a video about the worst bags you aren't negative. Happy holidays and happy new year Sophie! 🎉

I’m heading to london from Tokyo and making a special trip out to bicester village and of course Harrods and the vintage bag place you mentioned! Can’t wait! Always love your videos! Keep it up girlie!

I really love bucket bag … Even during my youth. Got few of them .

You know you can always rely on Sophie to try them out and give her honest reviews for us!! 😂❤️❤️ love you Sophie! Some of us (me included) really have to save up for quite some time to get one of these bags so it’s really really helpful to see if it’s any good to purchase them. Thank you so much!

The Stella McCartney Flabella bag was extremely noisy. I gave mine away a few years ago. I just went through and purged a lot of my older bags that I just wasn’t using anymore. A few Gucci and a Chanel bag that did NOT wear well. I’d rather have my closet filled with bags that I ACTUALLY want to use and love to grab. Plus I was able to make some of my friends extremely happy with some freebies! 😉 Love your videos, Sophie!

I work hard saving up for my bags -- once I get them, they need to be working for me! I used to buy bags just for the hype and functionality wasn't the priority but as I've grown my collection I've gotten very picky. If the handle drop isn't workable, if it's hard to get in and out of, if it's way too small or too large, it's a No from me. I have so many bags I love, so anything new I add really needs to stand out and beat the existing competition in my collection. Wish I had this video when I first started collecting!

I can’t believe you mentioned that white YSL! I have ordered it for Christmas as a bag for my wedding year 🥰

Hahaha I never close my mini Jodie either. But I can’t help how much I love the look 🥰 amazingly entertaining video as per usual 😊

Loved the video! My medium Lady Dior is my favorite bag too. The strap does fit me crossbody as a busty woman at 5'4" (161 cm?) tall

Thanks for this great feedback and advice. I refuse to save up for an Hermès Birkin or Kelly because they look so fiddly to open and close. In fact, the women who have them tend to leave the bag unlatched all the time.

Love that top on you Sophie! I saw it on Lily silk yesterday and thought about buying it!

I would also include on the list of good choices and practicality the Loewe Amazona !

I am so surprised about the boy bag ! I have 3 of them , two old medium and one small ! And have none of these issues!!! Purchased them around 2015 and 2016 ! One thing though that mine has is some wear at bottom corners because the way they are shaped , but don’t bother me !

Thanks for your thoughts, much appreciated. Have a lovely eve. Keep cosy. See you soon 💖🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🎄

I'm glad that functionality is paramount to me than style. I have an all LV canvass capsule bag collection and they all work hard for me. I'm in Carson city Nevada right now with an over 6in snowstorm. My Nevefull and speedy in DE is a workhorse! Luxury even in inclement weather lol. Yeah I realized chain straps bug the heck out of me. My vachetta canvass are reserve for sunny dry weather. I still love watching unboxings and reviews but I am quite happy with what I got.

I love my Chanel boy with top handle, and it's maintained it's shape and I've never had my hair caught, but it is heavy. But I'll never get rid of it bc the look is sooooo everything. :)

I haven't used my Alma BB in years, but you've inspired me too again! Also, you're selling me on that Lady Dior (medium).. she is beyond gorgeous. Just subscribed!

Another good size of the Lady Dior is the small version My Lady Dior abc, it comes with a good length of strap handle to wear cross body or in another way and because of the size it's perfectly fine for day wear and suitable for nights out. It's one of my favourites 😊

Sophie, I really appreciate this video. I am guilty of not thinking through how the bags will function and hold up! How stupid is that? I think of style, size and color...and that’s it. No more. I did get the mini Jodie already, and like you, I love the style. It was only after I got it home, I saw how the zipper is a pain, and it is hard to get things in and out because the strap is right there on top of the opening. An SA in LV saw me carrying it and asked if it was easy to get in and out of (a little snark?) I looked at her and said, “No! But I still love it.” Yes to bucket bags. I use my LV in damier azul with blue accents all the time.

Ooh I recognize the earrings David got you on your birthday from the vlog, Sophie! They look fantastic!

Now I really, really want the YSL camera bag!!!! Another great video, Sophie!! 💕💕💕💕💖

This is my all time favourite Sophie video!!!

I have the same problems with my mini dior. Also getting scratches on the flap with my nails when I am trying to get things in and out of the bag - Beautiful bag though!

Thanks for the info Soph. Love you much!

This is a super helpful video! Thank you Sophie. I was considering the boy bag and now, it is a definite no no!

"It gets a saggy bottom, and no-one wants a saggy bottom" Im laughing so hard right now. Love it when you show us these videos they are so helpful, I almost bought a boy way back, but when I went into the store if looked cheap (this was when people were telling about the decrease in quality), the bag only looked good as I looked at in the mirror, but my givenchy antigona that I had brought with me that day felt so much more high quality despite the 2000 Euro price difference.

I agree with you on the functionality of a bucket bag, and I think that also extends to hobo bags! I have the Chanel hobo bag from 2018 that is similar in function to your bucket bag, and it’s my favorite every day bag. I have been thinking about getting the Fendi mon tresor bucket bag because the quality and pop of red is just fabulous. :-)

I went to saxs in Atlanta this past sunday and the cost of the lady diors are insanely expensive over here in the US. Even the mini, it was beautiful and the chain strap felt amazing but when the lady told me the price i was blown away.

I had a Stella McCartney in my Farfetch Wishlist, so thank you!! Such a shame about the boy, it really does look lovely on

Awww I love my bottega mini Jodie and use it all the time. I have no issues with it at all. To be fair, I never carry much stuff and stopped using larger bags ages ago. To each their own I suppose, but I adore it.

Great video as always. Would be interested in your opinion on the Alaia corset bag. I love it.

Thankfully I don’t own any of those bags🤗I had the mini lady Dior once in stunning tan color , but I sold it since it was not functional but still love the look of it ❤️

glad to have rediscovered you Soph. - i have no interest or ability to afford anything you post about but i just love a bit of you - so fun! i joined the gang in blazer times

Love your Vlogs!!!! Very informative and yet entertaining! 💕

Totally agree with the Stella McCartney Falabella bag. Sold mine again in a heartbeat....

Thanks for this very informative video. I was considering the mini Jody, but now I know that it will drive me crazy! BTW I agree "nobody likes a saggy bottom" 🤣🤣🤣

Thank you for the video. Enjoy your week!

Hi Lady Compliments of the Season🎄, totally enjoyed this video, thanks for the tips, you made me just made me laugh…. Blessings!!!😆

OMg I love that Small bag maybe Botega. But wow that zipper seems impossible. I don’t see a moment in my life with two kids and rarely a moment I’d need a small bag and not be in a hurry where I could do something to that degree. I will admire from afar. ❤️

Great video. To the annoying bags I'd add a Hermès birkin and Gucci Jackie. Same reason.. Get in and out is a hussle.. Also struggling a little bit wir Loewe puzzle. You need 2 hands to open, because it's soft.. 😅

Oh my gosh! The boy bag strap had me screaming! I really hope they fixed that!

I just love your points you’ve made on each bag. Well done. So funny about Stella bag - the chains make me crazy and I just can’t carry it. I bought a beautiful Aspinal of London vegan bag and for us vegans - it’s really great. Loving the size, look and x body strap. Just fyi 😊🌱🌱

Loved how detailed you’re 🙏

It makes me so happy that you showed the ysl camera bag! I bought it two weeks ago with you Farfetch discount! I love it :)

LOL this clip is so funny esp. when you said “ I have more annoying bags to show you 🙂” LOL

Your top is gorgeous, the top button is screaming for a brooch or similar. Also, the pic where you show the Bottega bag - it needs to be said, you look bomb!

I am surprised that no other Falabella owner besides my humble self is disappointed with the quality. I really love the rock chic Kate Moss late 00's look of it and would like to support the brand and their philosophy. However the chain is a catastrophy. It started losing its gunmetal dark silver tone after the third use in some places, revealing coppery metal underneath. And I was paying attention not to carry the bag out while it was raining or anything of the sort. And I saw that happen to others too. When I was in Japan I saw a woman with the same model on which the chain had turned a completely different, red-ish coppery colour. Wish I had known that before getting it. Now I only wear it on occasion to slow down the process of the hardware tarnishing more and more =/ Best avoid that bag

You can use leather colour fo the edges. It works very well and the bags look like new.

I saw a video review on the Alma BB and they said it was horrible to use as a crossbody because the bottom sticks out and it's so structured. Thats why I didnt get that one. I love that Chanel black bucket.

I have the bigger size double knots one in orange with studs. No compartments inside but I still enjoy wearing that bag with me~

I have a Chanel Chambon from the 90s it’s a bit like the boy. Wear in the body corner and due to design it’s squashed upwards forever and no amount of stuffing fixes it. Have t bought a Chanel bag since