BETTER THAN HERMES? LORO PIANA EXTRA BAG L27: first impressions & review + what's in my bag

Hey guys, I just got home from a short trip to Czechia, and had a chance to finally use my Loro Piana Extra L27 bag that I purchased a few weeks ago. I am really impressed with the construction and quality of materials of the bag, and while it is not for everyone I have really been loving it.
The video includes modshots, a brief overview of the bag, a demonstration of what fits inside and who I would recommend this bag to.
If you know any contemporary luxury brands, please leave a comment below! I find myself valuing quality & design over price point/brand name these days and would love to try out a contemporary brand soon.
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Items mentioned:
Bag: Loro Piana Extra L27 bag
Bag insert: DGAZ
Face powder: Cle de Peau Refining Refillable Pressed Powder
Cleansing wipes: Havredeluxe
Perfume: KAYALI Vanilla Candy Rock Sugar
Ostrich leather pen sleeve: LUCRIN
Sunglasses: Bottega Veneta Bolt sunglasses
Hair Comb: Celine
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[@christophers.3978]

Love your minimalistic yet tasteful fashion sense!

[@rui_etc]

Thank you! I was running out of clothes so these were my only options to wear at this point in the trip 🤣

[@crimsonmai]

It's sooo cute with the padlock on the zipper! I haven't really looked at Loro Piana bags, but I might consider them after seeing how you styled this one.

[@rui_etc]

Thank you!! I think they’re really underrated, the quality and craftsmanship is amazing 🩶

[@VBoo459]

This is exactly the bag I have my eyes on, so I'm glad you did a video on it thank you! Its so beautiful. The way you made it with 2 charms was such a good idea and what I preferred from the previous designs.

[@rui_etc]

Thank you! It’s such a beautiful bag I really recommend it 🥰

[@yokorivers5320]

I like how structured the bag is so it maintains the shape, and the color of the inside organizer is so perfect for the color of your bag❤

[@rui_etc]

Thank you!! I think the sheen of the leather is so nice 🩶

[@beautyandthesun1664]

I totally feel u with regards to feeling bored with luxury brands. I'm also looking at contemporary brands now lol. The Loro piana suits u :)

[@rui_etc]

Thank you!! I think contemporary brands have a lot of interesting takes on classic styles that aren’t as ubiquitous or commonly duped like luxury brands are. I’m really interested in seeing how the quality varies between high end luxury and contemporary leather items ☺️

[@Ado22-tv9ic]

contemporary brands.. there's a lot! APC, Polene, Songmont, rsvp paris, liebeskind, wandler....I would be so interested to see a review of a modern brand from u 🥰

[@rui_etc]

APC is one I knew about from before but it totally slipped my mind! I've also seen a few of the other brands around online and in popup shops in Japan :) Do you own any??

[@bini5576]

Thank you very much, I'm also thinking about the bag. I thought I'd ask in the shop if they also have them in textured leather. I love the colour!

[@rui_etc]

A grained leather version would probably be more pliable and easier to use too!

[@teresamcg431]

Very pretty! Have you got caught in the rain with the bag? I am wondering if it will show water stains. Does it scratch easily?

[@rui_etc]

Thank you! The first day in Prague was horrible with rain but I didn’t soak it and I was under an umbrella. Generally if you wipe away the raindrops with a dry cloth you should be fine! Scratches will show more on a smooth leather vs a grained leather but I think that smooth calfskin has a charm to it as it patinas and the scratches blend in over time :)

[@nellyvitalino3393]

I feel like your style is very classic, so not sure what you think of Proenza Schouler, but they have interesting handbag designs from time to time. Love your videos & always look forward to your uploads :)

[@rui_etc]

That’s also a brand I totally forgot about!! So many nice contemporary brands 🙈 thank you!

[@emk6117]

I got this bag in the palest color for our 19th anniversary. Love it but I believe it’s too light for daily use so I’m considering getting one in another color for fall/winter.

[@rui_etc]

They have a beautiful burgundy color out right now 🙈

[@Emiliya3]

Thank you for a detailed review, very helpful🫶

[@HeyitsCharo]

Can you please do a review on Lalage Beaumont!! Loved the video!

[@rui_etc]

I’ve never heard of this brand, I will check them online ☺️

[@ccscatena]

I tried Coccinelle and I didn’t like the quality, it felt very cheap. I really like Coach, they have a few models with no logos or C locks, I also like Furla, Longchamp and I want to try Le Tanneur next.

[@rui_etc]

My first ever designer bag was a Furla tote from the outlet mall in Barcelona and I felt so grownup and proud 🙈 I have never seen Cochinelle bags in person but sad to hear the quality is not there 🥲 thank you for watching!!

[@eycastro6512]

Where is the bag charm on the zipper hardware from?

[@rui_etc]

Sorry maybe I was not clear about it in the video… they come with the bag! ☺️

[@bettybbags]

I like the way you wear it w both charms on the zipper, I’m going to try that!

[@kris_tan]

Thanks for your detailed review. Have a great weekend ahead

[@rui_etc]

I hope you found it helpful or interesting!! Have a good rest of your week as well☀️

[@yeuss_]

Hi Rui, could you do a video comparing the loro piana, the row margaux and the bottega arco? Am considering between the three and would love to get your take!

[@rui_etc]

Sure! They’re all very different bags but I can do a more in depth review of all of them

[@yeuss_]

@@rui_etc thank you so much!!

[@chabelieunycego9994]

does it scratch easily?

[@rui_etc]

No not very! I haven’t noticed any. Just on the hardware 😊

[@blake1001x]

Oleada has a good dupe of that bag at a reasonable price 😊

[@rui_etc]

That’s great to hear!

[@bettybbags]

I agree and it’s very easy to get into, I have the mini anchor and wish they had a dupe of the L27. After getting Oleada first, I just bought L27 in Asuki Beans. Thanks for this video, there are hardly any reviews on YT!

[@manishajayawardane7635]

Polene and Flueron, bob ore...seems your style

[@kareena281]

Thank you for this video. There’s no other review on this bag online and I was debating on getting it. Its stunning 😍 im buying it in white and adding a rodeo charm on it!

[@rui_etc]

I love adding Hermes bag charms to non Hermes bags 🥰🙈 I’m sure it’ll be beautiful!!

[@ShantaWoolley]

😍

[@rui_etc]

🩷🩷

[@AqUiLaTeAm]

You're in Prague? 😮 Then welcome to my country and city! 😊 How do you like the city?

[@AqUiLaTeAm]

The bag's nice 👍

[@rui_etc]

Yes it’s already my third time in Prague, I love Czechia 😊🥰 thank you for watching!

[@SA-wy4pe]

What colour should i get

[@rui_etc]

I love brown and always get it if it’s an option but the black is also very beautiful! I was caught between the two

[@bettybbags]

I was deciding between the heritage brand color, kummel red, or the limited edition cinnamon/pumpkin color. I finally decided to buy asuki beans 🤎

[@dalisneyvelazquez-ns9ow]

That bag is not functional

[@rui_etc]

Why do you think so?

[@Ado22-tv9ic]

one more comment, love ur frenchie necklace, u forgot to mention it 🤭

[@rui_etc]

Oh, you're right. That one is designed by me and is my current fave, of course I forgot to mention it lol

[@littlegrasper]

I loveeeeee this bag so much and it looks so luxurious!! Thank you for the review :)

[@rui_etc]

I’m glad you found it helpful!! It’s such a nice bag

[@yeuss_]

Hi Rui! Does the smooth calfskin scratch easily? I love your style and jewellery/bag collection ❤

[@rui_etc]

It will show scratches easier than grained leather but I haven’t noticed it yet! Also as time goes on and the leather develops a patina I don’t think it will look bad even with scratches ☺️

[@kris_tan]

❤❤❤

[@rui_etc]

Thanks for watching ♡ :)