I'D NEVER BUY THESE.

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[@LN20129]

Your Dior « theory » is absolutely right. I used to work for the brand so I can tell you this - more than 50% of the global revenue comes from handbags (so called « maroquinerie »). Since MGC came in, she focused on “reviving the archives” which basically means that she copied previous bag styles to replace former RAF Simons styles. The diorama, diorever and promenade are RAF’s heritage. She then launched (well, COPIED) the saddle bag (Galliano), the Lady Dior East West (from RAF again in 2014) and the Bobby is a former suggestion from the studio that had been declined a few years ago…. So they took the 2012 trainee inspiration for the Bobby. That’s the “creative” side of the story. On a strategy/finance/business perspective, their objective is to focus on seasonal pieces/product lines rather than permanent ones. They’ll always make sure to launch new products with short lifecycle to force clients to buy them and artificially create scarcity - in reality, there’s a mass production behind and most of the unsold stuff ends up being in the sale for employees 80% off…. For the permanent product lines like the lady Dior, the unsold pieces are being destroyed. That’s the reality of that business - producing and destroying. And here we go again. I lost faith in humanity after working for them.

[@bq1145]

Everything goes on sale in the outlet

[@ciccio5054]

I totally understand your point. And you are absolute right about everything you said. But I personally really like the idea of reviving or bringing back previous designs. That's a really clever way to make sales and staying true to the brand. I think the Diorama (already discontinued), Bobby, 30 Montagne are bags that will be discontinued very soon. Dior should focus on their classics like the Lady Dior and release them in multiple colors, patterns and fabrics each season. They do so already but not enough in my opinion. I only wear bigger bags like the Lady Dior large. I'm tall and I just can't use tiny bags. Even the medium is tiny in my eyes 😂 But Dior hardly ever brings out new colors etc in their lager sizes. Id love a bright Lady Dior in a popping color or in a fabric like velvet for example. But they never do that. That's were I admire Hermès. They stick to their classics and release them in seasonal colors in all sizes (not all sizes but most). This is the reason why I love and pretty much only buy Hermès. I never had to play games or prove that I'm worthy to purchase a Birkin or a Kelly. Fendi also is a good example. Sticking with classic designs like the Birkin, Peekaboo, Lady Dior, Kelly is much more luxurious than releasing trend bags for a season or two.

[@albis2808]

What annoys me too is them changing the logo every other year… Personally I’m not comfortable spending thousands on pieces that won’t stand the test of time, so the changing of the logo really makes me think before buying.

[@LN20129]

@@ciccio5054 absolutely - I call Dior the Zara of Luxury. Selling mass production. However I believe that « reviving the archives » as they say is total bullshit. They just don’t have ideas anymore. Plus they’ve been pushed by the LVMH group to increase revenue so much that they have no time for new stuff. Objective is PROFIT. In NO TIME.

[@Ripleychan]

@@ciccio5054 that's very true. How can people recognise classic bags when they pump out then discontinue so many styles

[@fashionandluxury101]

A bag is special because I am special!! So whether it’s Neverful or Speedy I will wear it because I’ll make it look “ special” . Wear what you like ! Wear what makes you happy despite what others say💕

[@tash_is_a_diva]

Well said 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@fashionandluxury101]

@@tash_is_a_diva Thanks dear💕 Remember you are special❤️

[@katemiller7874]

Well said who cares if they are deemed not special or common I can’t stand those terms. They are wonderful bags and useful.

[@fashionandluxury101]

@@katemiller7874 I so agree Kate. What makes a bag special? If you bought them it’s special to you. Those terms make me feel that my bags that I purchased with my hard earned money aren’t “ special” I feel that All my bags are special for various occasions. 🥰

[@natashadube550]

Well said!

[@rosepond7178]

Hermes bags are killed for me since influencers started buying fake ones and pretend to be wealthy

[@wingsphysio]

And the games and hoops you have to jump through. I guess it’s perfect for the uber-wealthy who have enough money to buy anything. They love that they can’t just walk in and buy an Hermès bags I love that there is a little bit of a challenge. They love that they have to create a purchase history and a relationship with an SA. It’s a game the Uber wealthy enjoy playing. But it’s a game that some of us don’t enjoy. Myself included.

[@desideriaalex]

Rose Pond you are right. There is leather fakes 1:1 at around 350 euro.... so... în many cases I think is true what you say.

[@wingsphysio]

@@greenmangirl very interesting. Thank you

[@luckaty]

Not every bag is right for everyone, others have pieces I feel are beautiful, but wouldn’t work with my style aesthetic or lifestyle.

[@Paulina-rx1rs]

So true for Chanel and crazy prices. I also got pretty annoyed with LV. Last week's price increase was just offputting for me. Neverfull with this new price is sooo not worth it! I sold mine last year, thought about another canvas bag (it's very practical) but after the increase I decided to buy my first Saint Laurent for a change.

[@SophieShohetOfficial]

Hello Paulina! I heard about the LV increase and it sounds like they were quite a lot. I do agree with you on the canvas, it's really durable and you can even use it in the rain. These prices are all going crazy! Have a lovely week xxx

[@minao8942]

Same here. LV price increase was absurd and not worth it. I too went the Saint Laurent route. They are quality and are well made. And forget buying preloved on eBay or resale sites like fashionphile because they sell used for 2-3 times the resale price.

[@Paulina-rx1rs]

Oh yes, Vestaire Collective got crazy too! I got to the point when I am ready to pay more for a Saint Laurent than I would for a LV (since I was going for canvas). For me it's about the principle now.

[@noworriesxox]

Omg right! I bought my Neverfull in 2018 and for the cost it is now i tell woman pick a different bag- not worth imo. I’m only bummed I never picked up a Chanel mini when it was $3,500 - now the bags are cheap quality with a worse cost.

[@beckyrymer4063]

I have fallen in love with YSL bags. They are beautiful and great quality, while much cheaper than, say, Chanel or LV (for the most part). I love my Niki and LouLou bags!

[@CL-yt8kc]

I feel the exact same for the Hermes bags, I’m not going to beg someone to give them my money. Also the funny thing is, some Hermes bag owners inherited the ‘brand spirit’ and think people should beg for their friendship. I once met an older lady who seemed quite nice and as we were talking she started to tell me that her son has now grown up and has a girlfriend and moved out so she feels lonely, but she found a brilliant way to obtain new ‘friends’: young girls who would praise her and beg her and come to her house to play with her every day she would reward them with a chance to buy an Hermes bag, she will take the girl to her sa and say this is her daughter or close relative and sa will offer a bag for the girl to buy without having to build any records. After a while the sa probably knows she can’t have that many daughters but still played along since the older lady has bought too many random things that earned enough respect from the brand(she literally have Hermes stuff filled her house). To me this was so bizarre and I knew by casually telling me the story she was trying to recruit me as part of her fake daughter collection but I politely declined it was just too creepy to me, both the brand and the kind of perfect customer the brand obviously adores.

[@SLeXii]

Wow this story is wild! Haha 😅

[@belinajewel]

Well, this was unbelievable, every time I’ve been to an Hermes store, not always looking good, because I have a lot of kids and my husband and I like to walk comfortably and long walks on vacation, but every time we go in an Hermes store, we’re always treated with respect and both kind and helpful staff. Once I walked in with worn out sandals (flip flops, not the expensive types) an overly used Marwari bag (Hermes bag from the man’s collections) they were so nice, like always 🥰

[@belinajewel]

…also I’ve been offered a bag long before I did build my account there. So this is not always like ppl think, but it depends on the availability, the bags and everything from these stores, are handmade, true craftsmanship ♥️

[@desmon6781]

There is this movie called Greta, if I'm not mistaken. Its kinda similar vibe with your story whereby older lady find/lure younger girls to befriends with. It is a thriller movie. Reading your comment reminds me of this movie and I can't believe that kind of old lady actually exist in real life.

[@beverlyw6881]

Oh wow! That is creepy! 😮😮😮

[@epifanny]

"I'm glad that I own what I do", I felt this so strongly.

[@Chanelboateng]

I’m just kicking myself at the fact that about 5 years ago, you were telling me to get the Chanel classic flap in size M, it was around £3K then… now I’m going to look into the idea of preloved at least because £6K + honestly.. 😩😩😩

[@nofilterbtxh5000]

Girl you better hurry even the beloved market is going nuts!It’s almost impossible to find a preloved CC at 3k and most of those you find are either worn out or extremely vintage😭

[@smurfiel2206]

For reference the Chanel medium flap in 2015 March was £3075, that's when I got mine and the Jumbo was £3450. Crazy how the prices have sky rocketed and I certainly would not pay that now! Best of luck with your bag hunt.

[@AngelinaK604]

Sigh, I here u...I wish I had bought 5yrs ago too when I was thinking of buying it then 😭😭😭

[@sct4040]

Just don't buy it.

[@redbloodedwoman1179]

@@sct4040 Agreed, I am so fed up with it all now.

[@amv548]

Honestly, Speedy is my ultimate fave. I have different luxury bags and I would choose my speedy as my one and only. My mum got it for me with my monogram, when LV started doing it and I was like 10. I had to wait till 18 to wear it. My other speedy is the one from the cherry collection, which I got after my sister passed as it was hers before. Those two I will love forever!

[@maricielgalicia]

Most classic among LV.

[@cherpeters8775]

I love my Speedy 25! I have an organizer/shaper & it holds a ton for a small bag & doesn't sag. It's actually the biggest bag I own. I just got a Speedy 20 in the Empriente leather & it holds quite a bit too. I fell in love with the Speedy in the late 80's & I guess you never really get over your first love!

[@ayooshj]

I used a organiser too and it’s definitely held it’s shape considering I bought it 10 years ago!

[@blktauna]

mine is nearly 20 years old and not floppy. Love that size the best.

[@ginah9128]

My 25 year old Speedy held up great and I love it!

[@Mieyracle]

i have always loved speedy and ive been using my speedy b 30 as my everyday bag because it's so easy to get things in and out of that bag while you're on the go. i know it's a common bag but i see why people love speedy because it's practical and the bag is bautiful

[@theworldinheels]

I bought the Chanel classic flap (small) from 1988 in an immaculate condition. It is divine and a class above the current versions. For one, the hardware is spectacular as gilded in 24K. I had to have the clasp fixed after several years and Chanel did it for free even though at first they wanted to change all the hardware. I refused as I like the vintage look. I get compliments on it all the time. Truly in a league of its own

[@freyagreaves4380]

The Chanel Classic flap is a dream bag for me but I agree that the prices are ridiculous really, and I’m only 18 now so I can only imagine what the prices will be when I’m in a position to hopefully have one!

[@freyagreaves4380]

@@jaded9602 honestly I feel like it depends on my financial position in the future but still then I’m not sure if I could justify that amount on a bag! What’s your opinion?

[@wingsphysio]

I can’t believe how delicate everybody is that it’s constantly required to say there’s no offense meant. I don’t understand why people get so personal about these types of things. It’s like they really see it as part of their identity and not just fashion

[@clumsywithwords]

💯

[@katemiller7874]

Weak generation. Everything is offensive.

[@nivmtzl]

I recently sold a ton of bags and it feels amazing. When I took away the aspect of the bag being “classic” or “timeless” it really didn’t bring me much joy personally. For example the speedy 25. I purchased it bc it was a classic item but all your points on the bag it’s totally true! I hated how crumpled it look and the handles weren’t the most comfortable. Also, the opening was terrible. There’s so many other designs that are better and once I realized they’re just bags at the end of the day I was happy to let them go. Now I only keep and buy what really brings me joy, not bc it’s popular or a classic piece you should own.

[@quorrakai]

Those price increases are insane. Especially for bags that are over exposed and common. No way. I just sold four of my five LV bags. Haven't used them in a very long time and honestly, I'm over LV completely. The rest of my collection are now vintage ( bought them new decades ago when quality and detail were superior) bags from luxury brands I love. As I get older, and maybe wiser, I'm just getting so disconnected from the material obsession. I don't keep up with brands anymore and I couldn't tell you what's new. I shop from my own closet now lol.

[@christinas9455]

can you tell us what are some of your favorite bags?

[@rebeccasalazar7887]

Wow! I just said that to my best friend. This is the only influencer I follow because she’s e really honest .

[@parishers6351]

I think shopping from my closets has helped me too. I do that often.

[@JasGillLifestyleLuxury]

I completely agree with you about Hermes, Sophie. I was going to try my luck with getting a Kelly for my 30th birthday... but I am not going to bother. The more I think about it, I just don't agree with being 'offered' a bag after meeting a certain spend quota. I was looking on PurseForum recently and the current 'requirement' for spending for a quote bag is around 1.5:1 (so spending 1.5 the price of a B/K/C in order to be 'offered' one). And even then, it's not even a definite that you will be offered one. I am going to go with a Delvaux Tempete instead - beautiful and I don't have to beg the brand to sell it to me 🤣

[@SophieShohetOfficial]

Hello lovely Jas! Yes I know what you mean, they are BEAUTIFUL bags but I couldn't play the games personally. Although I realise that this process is what makes them so exclusive and hold their value. You have a lovely week ahead my friend! xxx

[@blktauna]

Delveax are just gorgeous. Enjoy yours!

[@MIMI232]

Is it really true ladies that they offer you a bag, at my job I had a client who had a Hermes bag...I must say that I thought it was a granny bag but in person the navy bag was lovely to look at! I asked him was it true that you have to wait to get the bag & he said no..! 🤷🏽‍♀️ I can’t afford it anyway but just curious...thanks for any reply xo

[@drkatherines]

So true, the older Dior bags were more interesting. For work bags I still like Aspinal of London and Celine as I find them to be understated. Out of work I like Bvlgari, Alexander McQueen and some older Chanel pieces.

[@daliaflanders6598]

You are my friend in my head. I love your honesty with how frank you are when it comes to fashion. So rare on KZbin! BTW I totally agree with this review.

[@nicoles.632]

Couldn’t agree more Sophie ! The idea of having to play games, beg and spend $$ to build a rapport to in the end drop a small fortune on a bag is counter intuitive to what one would expect from the concept of “luxury “ and a luxury experience.

[@shesfrench]

Absolutely love how you style that pink Chanel top, completely transformed it!! Made it so versatile!

[@crazybiatchasians3543]

I love my Dior Diorama bag but I wish I got it in a different colour. Kicking myself that I bought it in the Dior grey instead of a warm toned beige.

[@LauraSparkles_]

I’ve been re-watching Sex and the City and season 3 Carrie has a different saddle bag every scene practically! The fashion and bags are so much fun 💕

[@belinajewel]

Oooh, Hermes is a brand I just fell in love with when I held one of their bags first time. The feel of the leather, the fact these are all hand made by Hermes artisans, it really was an inspiring feeling, now I have a few, also in exotic leather, but one is a very old lady, my crocodiles are from 1946 and one from ca 79/80 🥰 but there’s a lot of beautiful bags, there just can’t be too much 🥰🥰

[@atlant2566]

People need to realize 6k or 10k for bag its better to take that money and take your kids on vacation, beach or ocean and have memories. Sometimes too much its too much for what they are.

[@Rachel57567]

I adore the speedy and neverfull. Both in canvas and leather. There’s a reason they’re so popular, because the styles are classic, comfortable and very usable (unlike the lady Dior and Chanel bags which I find extremely uncomfortable and impractical for the average woman). Also, for everyday use, most women don’t buy the Neverfull GM or the speedy35, so the flopping open and shape loss isn’t applicable. Buy the MM or the speedy 25/30, they’re fabulous everyday bags, and you can get organisers and base shapers for both to help them maintain their shape and keep them organised. I don’t care if everyone seems to have these bags, it’s the woman who makes the bag, not the other way around. Besides, there’s something oddly hostile about feeling like you don’t want anything in common with other women because it’s too “common”. If I like the bag, why do I care if everyone else has it or not? I agree on the Hermes thing, I don’t like the Birkin or the Kelly enough to play those pointless games and spend that kind of money. Nah.

[@mistydevillier2197]

They're so "popular" because most people are wearing fakes. Louis Vuitton is the most faked brand there is.

[@Rachel57567]

@@mistydevillier2197 There are plenty real ones where I am too. Besides, the brand and design still have to be popular for people to buy the fakes- not everyone is rich.

[@koriw]

I wanted sth different than Neverfull so I bought Graceful and it is an amazing bag, it has a wide strap instead of two thin ones, it closes nicely if it is not full, it keeps it's shape, especially with an organiser inside.

[@iamjulia9458]

Different people, Different strokes. That's what makes us unique individual. I'm a Fendi girl and I love ❤️ the new upcoming collection! You do you.. no judgment! 😄😜

[@belinajewel]

My absolutely favorites are Hermes and Chanel, but Fendi and Gucci both have a space right besides them, depending on my mood and how I’m dressed 🥰

[@GruvyGrlz]

Good Morning, Sophie. Always appreciate hearing your thoughts and opinions. I agree with you on the brands I could never justify purchasing at this point. It’s a bit out of control.

[@SophieShohetOfficial]

Good morning my love! Likewise I really appreciate hearing from all of you and getting your opinions. You have a lovely week, hugs xxx

[@TrueImmortality]

I have the Gucci Queen Margaret bag which I feel like some people might find offputting. But I love it and I get a lot of compliments on it too. I think a trendy bag can be a forever bag if you personally love it.

[@nadinecanlas7150]

I’m not into Gucci bags but the Queen Margaret one is stunning!

[@TrueImmortality]

@@nadinecanlas7150 I was so taken with it. I hadn't even planned on buying it 😭

[@purple2012]

I think I will buy constance with exclusive skin, they are just beautiful with the right color, can use them like jewelry for my dress 👛

[@Makikiku]

Hi Sophie another great video ❤️ I bought the trendy Louis Vuitton multi pochette years ago and now it’s just stuck in my closet 😅 I kind of regretted it so now I just focus on getting classic bags .

[@SophieShohetOfficial]

Hello my friend! Oh I've done the same! I bought the LV Artsy and I haven't used it in years. It's been in its dustbag for longer than I can remember, so you aren't alone! You have a great week ahead my love xxx

[@rebeccabuster7861]

I too am kicking myself about the Chanel classic flap. I owned one in 2003 and it was stolen from me. Many months’ later I saw the girl wearing it, but it was battered and I didn’t even want it back then. It sort of took the shine off it for me :( I was so devastated, I didn’t get another Chanel bag till 2021 and that was a cute belt bag with the CC chain that hangs down. It’s crazy now, that with these prices you feel like your getting a bargain for 2k! 😂 I got the keepall xs in the neon green and blue from Virgils last collection SS22 and I thought it was cheap! For 2k! What planet am I living on 😂

[@KatieGrey]

My first bag was the Neverfull GM :) actually up until then I hated LV because it is counterfeited so often and doesn’t feel as special as you mention, but I ended up getting it because I knew it would stand the test of time, is perfect for traveling, and the value was great in my opinion (size of bag + wristlet pouch). Like you said, it depends on your style and use of the bag! I don’t think I could be caught dead using it as an everyday bag, but love LV for travel! Thanks for the lovely video 🥰

[@itsjuliescottyay]

I am so excited about the cactus leather bags and the other fruit and plant leather bags that are coming out. I am vegan, so that has kept me from a lot of designer bags in the past, but I think this wave is going to hit every company and make it possible for me to buy brands that I wasn’t able to enjoy before. 🙂

[@epifanny]

As much as I love the idea of different materials, I'm concerned for people that suffer from allergies

[@itsjuliescottyay]

@@epifanny There shouldn’t be any problem with that because the materials have been treated. There are also people who are allergic to some of the chemicals that they used to treat leather. Really the only way that people can find out if something bothers them, is to try it. For example, I cannot wear anything wool or cashmere because I break out in horrible rashes. Unfortunately I found that out the hard way lol. I have the worlds most sensitive skin, and I have two bags now in the corn leather and so far they haven’t bothered me at all. 🙂

[@unwaw]

Hi Sophie, I kept on thinking yesterday was Sunday, and was looking for video yesterday 😄🙈

[@SophieShohetOfficial]

Hello Nona! That's really weird that you say this as I too felt like yesterday was Saturday! I think for me it was because the weather was bad so I didnt leave the house at all. I hope your weather isn't too bad, I've heard there might be snow xxx

[@indoora]

From what I am seeing people want to say they bought their Hermès bag from an Hermès boutique. Because of the limit on how many a client can buy even celebrities with large collections have bought most of theirs pre-loved. If someone really wanted a Kelly or Birkin (not so much the Constance) the pre-loved market is flooded with them.

[@blackberry84]

i love my nano speedy and speedy 22. i feel special because I've never seen anyone with one in London. i get so many looks, I'm really lucky

[@esgara8446]

Love love my Chanel jumbo flap. No regrets about buying. Bought it in 2020 and I enjoy wearing it. 😂

[@jenniferannromo4112]

I love how honest you are and the way you break down your thought process. 💓💓💓

[@allisonthorpe6954]

Oh my goodness Sophie I haven’t even finished ur vid but u just got me with ur kindness giving away ur bag 💼 to a subscriber who had, had hers stolen x

[@joannasliwa8147]

Hi Sophie ! What is really crazy about all this Hermès game to get a Kelly or a Birkin is that a client is ready to buy one that is " proposed" to her ( even though it is not a color, a size or type of leather she dreamt about ) so as not to offend her SA and to lose a new chance to buy another one in the future . Could you compare your vintage and new Chanel collection in terms of the size of stitching , hardware/ double C form and size , leather/ thickness etc. ? Enjoyed as usual .

[@SophieShohetOfficial]

I know what you mean Joanna, it's a difficult line to walk. As you say, if you decline a bag because you don't love the size/colour etc, it's not always possible to get another choice. Absolutely I can do a video on vintage quality! Leave this with me xxx

[@Ripleychan]

This is so unfortunate. I personally believe the buying history game came from people who couldn't get a bag and tried to rationalise it. People who go on about the buying game are pretty invested in getting their dream bag, and they think they need to show they're "good" enough to be offered one. Unfortunately, and that sounds mean, but desperation smells. A sales person will prey on the customers 'intimidated' by the brand but ready to shell out 10k for a bag. Of course an SA is going to try and make some commission by upselling other items! If people were more firm in stating what they really want and popped once in a while to browse without being bothered by the pretentiousness, just be more laid back about it, they would have the allure that the brand looks for in their customers

[@stephyz101]

Yes!!!! Sophie!! This video! I love your opinions and thoughts! I have the same dilemma on the inflated prices now- although lovely, the prices are definitely just just over the top for what it is. I’m so glad you’re not buying in to the trends/ showing off and “wanting it for the ‘clout’!” Great video!

[@dr.lorianne]

🤗 I’ve been wanting a Chanel jumbo classic flap. Can’t bring myself to pay that much.

[@SophieShohetOfficial]

I'm the same, I just couldn't do it now :( Hugs xx

[@maricelg777]

Same here

[@kateg1570]

If you always wanted it buy it now before they get even more expensive..

[@MsLMD84]

Love your jumper and matching pink nails! So pretty! ❤️

[@SophieShohetOfficial]

Ahh, thank you so much for your sweet comment my friend! Hugs to you xxx

[@msymsy3293]

That is why I like you Sophie! Confident enough to say you don’t like Hermes bag (or any other bag for that matter). I had a discussion once with few friends about it and when I told them I really wouldn’t buy it, they were in shock -because hey it’s Hermes ;))) as if you own one, your life would transform.. between, I am a Dior lover too and don’t like the new Bowling bag nor the Bobby 😬🤗

[@viola6880]

Dear Sophie, you could never insult us when sharing your ideas, we love hearing your opinion 😊 Personally I love the aesthetics of the speedy - still I totally get it that you think it is nothing special. You're right😅 it isn't, not only because you see, unfortunately, so many replicas carried around, but it's still a very nice everyday bag, and probably very handy. But with all those price increases I'm priced out anyways and will never know 🤣

[@richardjames7040]

I really love your videos and they're so fresh and I love your opinion, it's never swayed by an advert or that you're being paid to say 'oh isn't this fabulous'. Only correction is the Diorama and the Diorever were designed under Raf Simons not Maria Grazia Chiuri. The Saddle Bag was first introduced by John Galliano in 2000, faded away in around 2004 when they introduced things like the detective bag (which personally I loved) then they did bags like the Gaucho which was a super soft interpretation of a saddle style bag, again faded away, they also did some really questionable bags in 2008, but in 2004/05 they started to drift away from the Oblique pattern because the then CEO Sidney wanted to make the brand premium and use more exotic skins and got rid of things like t-shirts. You can see that shift in their collections back in 2005. You should totally read the book 'Bringing Home the Birkin' it's about a guy (a true story) who goes around the world buying brand new Birkin's from boutiques all over the world and selling them on for a profit until Hermes caught wind and blocked him from buying anything else. They black listed him. I find the Bottega really interesting because MaxMara do a bag VERY similar, that was out way before theirs was and before Daniel Lee joined BV if I remember correctly.

[@lauraland9311]

I second that “Bringing Home the Birkin” recommendation. It’s a funny and entertaining read, especially if you love bags and believe they love you back (which I do).

[@renarettinger8523]

As a short term ex ca for lv, I 10000% agree with you on the speedy and neverful… they sag and fall open and look like a hot mess. what makes them even more annoying (trade secret) if you sell a canvas at lv you get .1% (about $2) commission and even worse, it counts against your overall productivity sales figures… they literally don’t want you to sell canvas. I love your videos, been watching for years. Thank you so much!

[@MissFanCulture]

3:40 can we talk about what a lovely gesture this is?! 😭

[@elbab8728]

Hey Sophie, the top looks soooo lovley on you!

[@merrywalsh2809]

I’m with you, Sophie. I like the Hermès Constance the best. The Birkin does not appeal to me at all. I feel the top flap is too small for the body of the bag. It just looks out of proportion. Plus, I would not and could not, spend that much for any of their bags.

[@Foo007]

The straps on the Neverfull were always a no-go for me…they just looked like they would dig into my shoulder (I carry quite a lot of stuff with me)- Instead I bought a preloved Cabas Alto and a preloved Cabos Mezzo - been using them for years and I adore them! I never understood the hype around the Kelly and the Birkin - they were always very stodgy to me

[@PatsyStone73]

Agree. My Fella said he thought the Birkin looked ‘old lady chic’ 😝

[@christinas9455]

@@PatsyStone73 that's funny, I also always thought they looked matronly

[@tarreemhacaruso2687]

@@PatsyStone73 my husband says the same thing lol

[@gbohol]

Hermes preloved market for their best sellers is absurd though. I’m still waiting to get that call on the Kelly (getting tired of waiting 🥴) but I would never pay double the retail price for a used Kelly in the preloved market.

[@murielleaendekerk4601]

I do like the Speedy and Neverfull and would recommend them

[@hollyg9589]

I looove how you get straight into a video. No waffle. (I definitely can’t help but waffle in my vids lol but I appreciate when others don’t)

[@fr812]

Hi Sophie! Oh I agree with the Bobby bag. A young family member said to me, I don’t mean to be crass but the CD and strap looks like the male part. Now I can’t unsee it. 🙈

[@dolledupbyj]

I agree I don’t love the birkin, although the smaller bright coloured ones are nice. I think the Constance is a great bag and not worn on as many people. Shame it’s hard to get. I agree the Dior cruise bags are not that exciting, too casual for dior in my opinion. I’m not a fan

[@StyledByGwenny]

I agree with you on most of these, Sophie, but I LOVE my LV Neverfull GM! 💕

[@katemiller7874]

Same. It’s a great bag. I wore mine to death

[@sunitad592]

Walking around Chelsea today, every other lady had a black medium Chanel classic flap, they are far too common now. I bought my first one for my 22nd birthday in October 1992, it was £685 in black lamb. That was a huge amount of money then, but now the prices are just crazy. I was very hard on that bag, being a bit of a party animal in my youth, after about 12 months it was extremely worn, the corners wore right through to the white fabric underneath.

[@blktauna]

You def got your money's worth out of that! I buy my stuff to use it not coddle it for possible resale. If and when I get it, it's getting USED :)

[@sunitad592]

@@blktauna yes I agree, have fun with now, don't worry about resale. Where is the fun in that!?

[@AKbaby89]

I totally agree, I don't like the speedy or the never full, I'd never buy those. I'm finally saving up for a bag(I have $200 put away so far!) And im 98% sure I'll be buying a Chanel, but if I don't it'll be Dior🤣

[@suteerap9286]

Croissant vs dumpling! I love your comparison 😆☺️. Thank you for the video Sophie!

[@ioanacostache9622]

The combination of your chanel pink top with that white blouse is so pretty.🎀 You look lovely!💝

[@asistar87]

Love the sound of rain in the background..so relaxing and soothing 🙂

[@SophieShohetOfficial]

It was properly hammering down when I filmed this lol! Hugs to you my love xx

[@nursemain3174]

My favourite bags are made by guess, Jimmy choo, cocinelle and dkny and Chanel. They always have amazing quality and never let me down

[@nanbeman1292]

Agreed on Hermes, it just gets silly and the prices are outrageous. Good discussion!

[@DD-ln5no]

Thank you for sharing! As usual, I agree with your points. I just saw the LV price increases and laughed. The quality and materials, for canvas pieces, are just not worth the price-- at all.

[@theflorencesoffgridjourney2960]

Unfortunately I wouldn’t buy any luxury bag unless it was so used and so tore up that it wasn’t worth anything anymore. Because that the only way I’d be able to afford it. This kind of beautiful stuff just isn’t in the cads for me, but that’s ok. I can watch your videos and appreciate from afar.

[@ericaj.m.1780]

Hurrah, you haven't popped into my time line for ages. Good to see a video

[@visaling1067]

Hello, would you show your bags collection of late one day? Would love to have an idea of why you bought them pros/con? If there is a vdo about it already? xxx

[@leonelanicole6878]

Hi Sophie! I absolutely love your videos and I was wondering if you could give your opinion on Tom Ford? I've been wanting a bag from there and I cannot find any channels that go in depth with that brand and their products!

[@SophieShohetOfficial]

Hello lovely Leonela! I've tried two TF bags (a leather camera bag and their current cute little satin bucket bag). WOW, the quality is next level! I highly recommend xxx

[@sanambahri1850]

The chanel Top looks fab!!

[@SimplySheilaB]

Hiya Sophie, hope the weather has calmed down your end, hideous here, rained all blooming day 🌧🌧🌧 I’ve got both the multipochette and the neverful mm but both are in the world tour with the images of the country’s I’ve visited on my travels with my girls so they appeal to my funky growing older disgracefully aesthetic. Particularly with my delightful brain backfiring neurological disorder health challenges they are a nice reminder and the multipochette is actually a great useful bag for keeping your valuables close. Keep safe sweets, love to David and the bunnies 🐰 Sheila xxx😊💖💗

[@emilytiny8057]

I brought a speedy for my 30th birthday with money from my partner, friends and myself. It was about £900, that was 5 years ago and I still use it and love it. I don't use it a great deal but it's special to me and I wouldn't ever sell it

[@itz_zephyrx8974]

Love how you said that you would buy classic at this current price, if You found a magical color and kept you at night. 😂 That’s mini business affinity in light pink color for me. I have had never considered mini BA before, until I saw you unboxing it. I texted my SA the next morning and so lucky that the store just received it the day before. So Thank you, Sophie. I would love to add mini square if the magical color is appeared. Saddle bag is growing on me, but I would have to admire it from a far. Great video❤️

[@katemiller7874]

It’s a great bag. I love mine

[@GingerbreadGirl1983]

Would love to see you bag collection and interested in your make up and skin care collection x looking beautiful as always Sophie take care xxx Julie

[@SophieShohetOfficial]

Hello Julie! I hope you're doing ok during these storms? I can absolutely do a bag collection vid :) Leave this with me... Hugs to you as always xxx

[@fiqra786]

Definitely agree with you on the neverfull! The handles are too thin and would never be able to use it to its full potential. Also for the price I feel like it’s not worth it. The dior book tote is definitely better value and quality for what you get! also what has been up with dior recently? I haven’t liked any of their items for the last two years I’d say. I do hope they step up their game this year! Thanks for the video as always ❤️

[@SophieShohetOfficial]

Hello Fiqra! I think the Neverfull (and other LV bags) had a price increase last week too! It just wasn't a practical bag and I always worried about security with it. I agree with you on Dior too, I don't know what's gone on but I feel it hasn't been exciting for a rather long while. You have a lovely week my friend!xxx

[@Missfrankiecat]

@@SophieShohetOfficial I totally get where you are coming from on many of the issues with the Neverful but I don't really understand why the Dior tote is more secure? The ones I have seen have no fastening at all whereas the Neverful cinches in with the side ties and and has a catch to use at the top.

[@SophieShohetOfficial]

@@Missfrankiecat Good points! For me, the GM gaped at the back and front and was easy to slip your hand into. Even cinching the sides in helped but I still didn’t feel secure. For me, the book tote isn’t as wide opening, doesn’t gape and isn’t all loose when I place it down. I did have the GM size Neverfull though, I imagine the smaller ones are less loose? Xxx

[@Missfrankiecat]

@@SophieShohetOfficial This could be it - I have an MM Neverful and it does hold itself in quite well when I use the side tabs but I can imagine less so for the GM. I wish they weren't duped/faked as much as they are because I do think they are very practical, especially in the Damier Ebene where you don't have to worry about rain!

[@katemiller7874]

No way would I buy the book tote over the neverful. I have both the book tote pills and is flimsy. Neverful is a much more durable bag

[@missymaddie3518]

I agree regarding the large speedies, but the nano speedy is really calling my name! Super impractical and impossible to get a hold of, but I think it's so cute

[@magdadube8489]

I totally agree unfortunately I bought the speedy and the neverfull never use them for the same reason you mentioned.😞

[@deannab8890]

I love speedy 25 bandolier size (I own by the pool seasonal print with beige/gray). I actually love the sag and semi-structured bags in general. It molds nicely against the body, i can carry a lot of stuff and not feel like it’s a burden as totes feel. In US dress code is more casual even in major cities.

[@majagirlpower2561]

I have vintage louis vuitton speedy 20 and i like it 💫🤎💫 it elegant and Audrey Hepburn had it and she loved it and she has mad it too xD i have vintage Gucci elegant small bag. And vintage louis vuitton big long wallet. I want in the future vintage Chanel or a new one but only 1 bag xD

[@analisazagorski7929]

Thank you very much for your thoughts regarding LV Neverfull, I was thinking of buying one but my concern is the same with you. No zipper 🤐 ❤

[@scarlettin]

That Chanel sweater vest is to die for

[@thatspeedy20girl20]

Hello from America 🇺🇸 and long time subbie here 🙇🏻‍♀️ I cannot agree more with what you’ve said. Bobby to me looks like a Coach I’d rather have for the money. Hermes, don’t like for the game, styles and costs. NF, In every corner here in Boca Raton Florida real & fake. Speedy I prefer in some LE for individuality. I have a saddle from early 2000’s, weird but glad it’s back! 🙈👏🏼 As always, Amazing video 💕😌💕

[@kaceynm]

I saw the Bobby and immediately thought, I’ve seen that bag at Coach lol.

[@thatspeedy20girl20]

@@kaceynm Hahaha riiiiight! Total coach vibes 🤣👏🏼 I can’t unsee it

[@maddijaco2612]

and BTW I have kept my LV Neverful MM the very FIRST edition and an original pochette accessories which is about 20 years old and in perfect condition still. hahahahaha.

[@veronicavenditti3614]

I completely agree with you on all the bags you have shown us, except for the Birkin, which I really like, but I am not willing to play the Hermes game! Unfortunately every time I look at my Be Dior bag I almost want to cry: I thought it would be a timeless piece and instead it is discontinued... Why?? 😢 I tried the honeylove lipstick that I really liked on you, but it looks terrible on me ... my lips disappear, it's too similar to my complexion! 🙅‍♀️ Sophie, that cream sweater is so nice!!

[@SophieShohetOfficial]

I myself love the Constance, such a chic bag! But like you I don't want to/won't play that game. And I know what you mean about your Dior bag, when these bags are discontinued it's so frustrating! >_< xx

[@leahmunoz6008]

I’m over the Hermès purses other than the Constance as well!

[@maellewilliams1831]

Finally someone says the speedy isn’t it 🤦🏾‍♀️lol it looks like a child’s play purse in my opinion I can never take it seriously as a woman’s purse

[@karinphua9415]

I love the Hermes picotin 18 but can't convince myself to buy it. Then I saw a made in Japan every box bag (inspired by their square base Bento bag carriers) that look similar to picotin. I love this Japan version, full leather but lined. It's called Les sacs Adam 1980 every box bag. I bought 3 while in Japan, they were only usd200 each!

[@michelleflynn9813]

Love your sweater!

[@SophieShohetOfficial]

Ahh thank you Michelle! You have a great week xx

[@businesslifestyletanjagratza]

Agree with your point on the LV. I would only go for the monogram canvas in case I have to travel to an area for a longer time where the humidity is quite high. Like in Brazil e.g.

[@noraballa923]

Agree, 10 years ago I lived in the south of France and the LV bowling bag was everywhere. It felt like it was the second most popular bag at the time. I considered getting one but couldn't decide which color to choose. Then I got bored of seeing it everywhere and didn't buy it.

[@tamaralopicic4866]

Dear Sophie, there is a great Senreve cactus leather bag. Have you seen it?

[@lila1471]

I love my neverfull but only because I bought it in the leather which I feel like is far more practical!

[@suzyq8777]

Love vintage! Thanks for showing me a different way to go than new.

[@k112an1]

I own a speedy 30, however this was my first LV designer bag purchased around 12 years ago! I have considered selling it but with the price increases, I will keep it in my collection and pass it on to my daughter to use when she is older. I currently use it as an overnight baby bag. I would never ever buy a Hermes, even if I had the money cash, I just don’t think they are worth it. I wouldn’t buy a prada re-edition or a Gucci bamboo bag as I heard the handles can get mouldy.

[@debbiekimber8574]

I have the speedy monogram and in the Damien ebenne , I use a bag shaper and it helps with the structure of the bag xx

[@laurasvincova6736]

If I could keep only one of my bags, it would be speedy in damier ebene. It’s such a timeless bag, very durable and I love the shape of it with the bag organiser. I love older lv designs. However, new ones are just a joke, look cheap and tacky. And I absolutely agree with you , Sophie, on the hermes and Chanel bags.

[@danielintheantipodes6741]

I don't like Neverfulls because they are so open. I do like a Speedy though, preferring them as they age. I like Birkins and Kellys, but they cost too much. Thank you for the video. Have an amazing week!

[@amx_xoxo]

LV is another brand that had a massive price increase last week. I regret not buying the Chanel all those years ago because I couldn't agree more, at the prices they're at today I cannot justify at all unfortunately

[@rochelleo.s6799]

Sophie your videos are very informative & brilliant, I've learnt soooo much from you. 😁 I've never purchased LV Canvas bags I just dont like them 😬 I prefer LV leather it lasts longer. Hermes bags....i only have The Hermes navy grooming bag....purely for travel purposes, it makes the perfect flight/travel bag....but I havnt seen any Hermes bags that i actually like enough to buy. My first Chanel bag, was the Red Antique Castle Rock bag, i fell in love with it. I dont want to be wearing what everyones wearing. I love my Castle rock bag & it brings me enjoyment. I think a lady should find what bag they love, & not be influenced by others or follow the crowd. I'm also a Dior girl, but Dior hasnt excited me in a long while. Was out that week & we saw your Croissant bag!!! We were like ooooh look its Sophie's croissant 😄😄😄🥐 Thank you once again, your videos are awesome. Have a lovely weekend 😁🌸👜

[@lp1243]

Happy Sunday Sophie! ❤️😘