SAINT LAURENT LOULOU VS COLLEGE HANDBAG COMPARISON

Comparison between my two Saint Laurent flap handbags, including dimensions, wear and tear and my honest opinion! Open for details...
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[@EvieOhNooo]

I love the LouLou, I plan on purchasing one this year! I’ve had my eye on it for years now and I think i’m finally going to go for it after this video. Thank you for the valuable insights!

[@EditedbyJae]

Love the Lou Lou and how slouch it gets over time! Both beautiful bags!

[@annasilva69]

The College is just the perfect bag, chic and edgy at the same time. I love it ❤️

[@sheenam677]

I bought the burgundy Loulou after your unboxing and I absolutely love it. I have the grey college in the medium and I agree with your comparisons. The loulou in the burgundy is definitely more luxurious looking; to be used for fancier occasions but the grey college has a bit of an edgy feel with the gunmetal hardware. BOTH amazing bags

[@ireneang1115]

Hi, may I know what's the exact color name of the loulou medium bag? I couldn't find online, that it said burgundy, I see there is legion red similar to that color at ysl.com

[@simonelabbe7540]

I have it too (with silver). This colour is called rouge légion (burgundy). Love it

[@callalily_6084]

I notice the volume of your videos lately is really low. I turn the volume of my iPad on at the highest & I can’t really hear you especially when I’m doing something else in the background while watching your videos.

[@prettytalia143]

Wow, this was super helpful! I ordered the Large College recently and can’t wait for it to come. TFS 💕

[@sarahs1212]

I love how that LouLou color combination is so opulent without feeling garish. What are your thoughts on the Sac du Jour?

[@leannew.6140]

I definitely like them both and are both on my wishlist

[@ClutchingPearlz]

I love both of these bags, maybe once day I will bite the bullet and add one of these to my collection.

[@ChienaAvtzon]

I personally prefer the College, and am even considering one in Navy. The structure and leather seem to be better quality, and it also has a more unique design. However, that burgundy of the LouLou is beautiful.

[@rinaloume]

Elle! Can you do a video about how you organize your life? I’m interested in your lv pm and any other tools you use for planning :)

[@sammikit]

Great review! I prefer the college and am wanting to add the smaller size in a grey with the gunmetal hardware. To me, it’s like a leather version of the pochette metis, but without the defects. The Lou Lou resembles a pillow cushion on a chain, but I have to say the mini version is adorable.

[@carriehsieh843]

Thank you for the review! I came across this as I am looking to get a Saint Laurent Loulou (large or medium). I am curious if you find it heavy to wear day to day? I want it as my work bag but am slightly hesitant that it may be too heavy on my shoulder daily. Thanks!

[@lovelysentiments]

I recently got the medium college and I love it. The leather is so nice and looks like it'll hold up well. My only issue is I wish the chain was adjustable.

[@xLittleMissKya]

I personally love the College and am considering it however I am scared that the style will go out of style quickly. In your opinion, do you think this style is classic or more trendy and won't hold up in say 5 years time?

[@mindbodysoul8214]

I love both and so wonderful that you own them. I agree, they are totally different in looks. It's hard to pick a favorite.🙁😄💕

[@mindbodysoul8214]

Ok, I'm back... College is my favorite. Love the edgy look with the hardware and the structure it has. Ok, you made me do it. 😁😁😁

[@helenleung4235]

Thank you for sharing this video. I am a petitte person and I believe even though I get the small Loulou, the chain will still be too long for me. Is the chain adjustable?

[@natalyaginsburg9866]

I can’t choose between dark grey loulou or black loulou with silver ! What would you recommend ? 😊

[@graceyu5437]

Great video. I love the lookout, could you tell me what the name of this color please? Is it still available on the two website of this color? Thanks so much

[@vj3079]

Could you please advise on the wear and tear now? For the College

[@MyDailySweet]

I was just looking at these bags yesterday at Saks! I have to say, I prefer the College - I like how it’s more put together and formal looking 😊

[@misscafreen9748]

The loulou is so beautiful 😍

[@gooffie29]

I really love the burgundy/ maroon color of YSL but never pull a trigger yet because I'm not sure it will be more suitable for only fall/winter time? What is your experience? Do you find it difficult to wear in spring/summer?

[@jseay89052]

I just purchased a medium LouLou in Black with black chain. I'm a sucker for black hardware. I also have a black Chanel Chevron So Black Jumbo. And a black Large YSL college bag with Silver hardware.

[@stephaniemichaels8286]

Great comparison, Elle! I think my next bag is going to be the Lou Lou in turquoise with silver hardware. I’ve only seen it at Neimans in that combination and haven’t been able to get it out of my mind. I love the college but at 5’1 I’m not a fan of the drop. Thanks for the great video :-)

[@ElleFlorence]

It sounds so pretty!

[@sarahpotter760]

Girl you are glowing! So stunning! Love both bags :)

[@evededrick4959]

I’ve been bingeing Elle Florence videos lately so I’m living for all of these uploads!

[@deepasingh1442]

Hi what is the exact color of the Lou Lou and in which year you bought it

[@LL-et3yk]

Do you still own the large college? I don’t see it quite often and would love to see an update on it! 💗💗

[@KathyTamburri]

Great video! I have commented on the de-puffing of the LouLou in a previous video only because mine has remained firm and I agree that it adds to her charm. YSL make divine handbags and you should totally buy the small nude with gold hardware next, so chic and lovely on your feminine frame. Loving the pearls and your make up in this video too gorgeous one.

[@sepidehamini9835]

You always make me calm. I think you've never get stressed or anxious! Maybe you should make a video of how to deal with stress and anxiety😜

[@valentinaparis56]

New subie hereeeee.... girlfriend I’m sooooo in love with that red loulou. I actually love the way it looks with its bit of wrinkle and all🥰👜👏

[@ElleFlorence]

Welcome ♥️

[@Sari.T.N]

They are both lovely 😊 I have the LouLou backpack... in black and I LOVE it. I wanted a casual bag and it’s perfect. I will say that the wrinkling you mentioned - I noticed the same thing on my bag in about the same place - near the snap and logo. It’s not a big deal ... it doesn’t change the line/look of the bag ... it’s just there. I’m very impressed with YSL. Great video Elle. 😊

[@trace-elementz1343]

I now like the College more than the LouLou. I like the structure and the formality of the College, perhaps I own too many slouchy bags and need a change, but the College seems a bit more sophisticated in my opinion.

[@myralongoria9940]

Thank you

[@uw5857]

I bought the college last week and I love it 😍😍😍

[@misshunneebunnie]

Monday’s are ALWAYS better with Elle! I think I would choose the College in the smaller size, simply because it isn’t as small as the small LouLou, even though I think I prefer the style of the LouLou! You look beautiful! 💗💗💗

[@donnapoteat7963]

I have both bags.... and love both of them... looking to get another Lou Lou bag like the color you have....

[@ireneang1115]

What's exact name color of the Loulou medium bag?

[@lovelycorinne]

I wish you would have showed the loulou as a crossbody. I’m the same height and torn.

[@CassandraReneeXOXO]

I have the Lou Lou and definitely prefer it over the college as I love the soft puffy leather and the chain is amazing. The college looks basic and like a briefcase to me. It doesn’t hold enough for me, and the chain is way too short and not adjustable....nice bag if that’s your style but it’s definitely not mine...

[@hoodwives33]

I’m on the waiting list for the Louis Vuitton Pochette Métis, but the Lou Lou is beautiful. Which one would you choose?

[@mscocobelle]

Shar’s Beautyverse omg, hands down the LouLou... I sold my PM because the YSL fits the bill, it’s edgy, can be casual or dressy!

[@hoodwives33]

mscocobelle This comment is tight on time. My Lou Lou will be here Thursday. I purchased it through Neiman’s since there is a gift card promotion going on now. Thanks!

[@mscocobelle]

Shar’s Beautyverse congrats!!! You will love it!

[@lauramarazzi1012]

I would also chose the Lou Lou! I think what makes that bag stand out is the colour. It is an elevated handbag because it's more beautiful than your standard black or brown bag!

[@suzannehall5200]

They are both beautiful bags. I prefer the collage because it looks more structured and put together. But I wouldn't buy one because the strap isn't long enough to wear cross body. I have a bad shoulder so wearing a bag of that size on one shoulder is never going to happen. Pity, because it's so beautiful but that lack of a cross body strap is a show stopper for me.

[@mashalsheikh3149]

Hi could you confirm is this the large collage vs the medium lou lou?

[@ElleFlorence]

Yes that’s right xx

[@jacintasalt8731]

The college! I’ve watched you style that bag for years. It adds a “tough” boss factor.

[@ChallengeStarts]

Risky, but I would prefer the blue one. :D

[@Skyebright1]

The college has a nice structure ;)

[@federicaromano1996]

i prefer the Lou Lou instead!

[@marvettesb9609]

Thanks for this review I've been struggling with the red vs khaki color LouLou and this helps. I must say, the College is beautiful

[@Yezaworld]

Which size is your Lou Lou?

[@ElleFlorence]

Medium 💕

[@jenwray7543]

I likt the LouLou.

[@sepidehamini9835]

Your hair😍😍😍

[@dianeb2349]

😢😢😢 I have said goodbye to my beloved college. I adored it. Bought it in July 2017 and had issues with it a few months later. Didn’t go back to the boutique until October 2018. They sent it back to Italy. The main issue was the quality of the leather. I got a new bag and less than three months later even worse. Horrible quality. Took her back again little over a week ago and awaiting a reply from customer service. I’ll probably get store credit and I won’t repurchase the college again. I am kind of done after the complaints I’ve had. I’ll get something else this time.

[@dianeb2349]

J Mac real shame right. It’s strange. Should be two different batches I think. One I got in July 2017 and the new one in October 2018. Both bad quality.

[@carolin2544]

i love the college, but the noise the lou lou's chain makes when it's going through the eyelets is super satisfying in my opinion. would probably play around the chain all day 😅

[@ElleFlorence]

Yes! It’s the little things haha

[@ireneang1115]

The burgundy loulou so pretty, may I ask the exact color name of it? I couldn't find it at ysl.com but there is one color and it is legion red, not sure if that same as the burgundy .

[@lvaa3744]

college looks amazing after all this time - sorry, I honestly don't think the Loulou has held up as well

[@djones2183]

urgh SL kill it every time I prefer the college though

[@karencooper-ray6680]

Oh, it would be so difficult to choose! I agree with you about the edginess of the college, but the Lou Lou is so beautiful in all its puff, and that burgundy color is everything! Great review, Elle!

[@shanilevit965]

Love the toy Lou Lou

[@lauramarina7948]

You look skinny on your most recents videos- but good skinny. What I eat in a day please!

[@ElleFlorence]

Coming shortly! Xx

[@khuethuy2099]

Hi. Are you losing your weight?

[@Gigi-mc2zb]

The college you have is a LARGE not a medium...you don’t describe properly. The slouchy one is the college, not the Lou Lou.

[@kristind8756]

It's gotten to where I just feel really damn poor when I watch these hauls

[@ElleFlorence]

It’s not a haul though, it’s a review haha

[@kristind8756]

Elle Florence I think you missed the point. Can’t relate to content anymore