Saint Laurent Toy Loulou Bag

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Saint Laurent is such a classic and timeless brand, much like their handbags. They have definitely stood the test of time and I always knew that I would add a Saint Laurent bag to my collection at some point. They make a great addition to any collection and I couldn’t wait to add one into mine but which one? My heart set its sights on the Saint Laurent Toy Loulou and I couldn’t be happier with my beauty. 

When purchasing anything luxury I work to a criteria so I know I’m making a good decision. Bags more so because they’re a big purchase and I have to be certain I’ve chosen well. I have a few key areas I keep to when choosing bags for my personal taste. A crossbody is my favourite style so all of my bags have the option to be worn this way. Next is carefully selecting a colour that will work perfectly into my wardrobe and personal style. I find blacks and neutrals are my go-to as you can’t really go wrong with them. As I already had mainly black bags I knew I’d like a lighter nude shade. Saint Laurent has some of the most beautiful nude colours to choose from. Finally, the size of the bag is a big factor, I tend to enjoy smaller bags.

Now I have my criteria met I watch an abundance of YouTube videos reviewing and detailing what fits. Lastly, I like to try and visit a store to look in person and try it on. So yeah, no impulse purchases around here.

*Squeals with excitement!* without further ado let me introduce you to the newest member of the family. My Saint Laurent Toy Loulou in Gold Sand. Don’t you just love her?! I cannot get enough of this bag and I’m so excited to add a nude bag into my collection. I’m only sorry I’ve not got an opportunity to enjoy her properly nor will I have for some time.

Let’s take a closer look at her

As you already know this bag is from Saint Laurent’s Loulou family and she is the smallest of the Loulou line. This is very much a mini bag. The Loulou is available in Toy, small and large sizing options. The Loulou is a modern nod to Saint Laurent’s signature style. The design is simple and classic in the Y quilting style accompanied with silver hardware. The silver is a muted tone rather than bright silver which I feel suits the bag and colouring perfectly. It has quite a full, puffy squishy sort of feel to the bag which I think makes it so lightweight. The material is all calfskin leather as is the matching adjustable strap. You are able to remove the strap if you prefer and use the bag as a clutch style although this is not something I would personally do. The Toy Loulou has a snap magnetic closure under the flap. 

On the inside of the bag, you have two larger compartments separated by a thin slip pocket. There is also a small zipper compartment to the rear portion and to the front you have a slip pocket with three card slots also.  

Functionality and Wearability

In terms of functionality, I feel this bag is a great all-rounder. It is a classic style that can be dressed up or dressed down. You have the option of wearing it as a shoulder bag, crossbody or as a clutch. The colour is the perfect cool-toned shade of nude and I think the muted silver hardware compliments it beautifully. As mentioned above, the bag is in calfskin leather so it is a little softer than some other variations of leather. The leather has a very slight texture which does feel pretty durable, that said it won’t be as hardwearing as grained leather. I would be mindful of this when placing the bag down on surfaces. On the bottom four corners, it comes to a sharp point where the leather folds in, these areas could be more susceptible to wear and tear over time. I don’t think that this is a bag you need to baby but there are some aspects to be mindful of. 

I feel that the bag is well laid out and I think the card slots are a great way to give you the option of leaving a separate cardholder out when filling the bag. As I’ve said it is a mini bag so it will carry the essentials and that’s probably about it. I can fit everything I need inside which is generally my phone (iPhone 11 Pro Max) a cardholder or small purse, hand sanitiser, hand cream, lip balm, mints or gum, house and car keys which can be quite bulky, a face compact and a small perfume with some room to spare. 

Bag Specifications

• Height 14cm-5.5″
• Width 18cm-7″
• Depth 7cm-3″
• Min. length shoulder strap 114cm-45″
• Max. length shoulder strap 120cm-47″

Now onto the wearability. This is a classic design that is both simple and chic. The outfit options for a bag like this are endless which makes it such a versatile piece. The colouring is neutral allowing it to work well with any colour scheme. I love the options to wear it by altering the strap and the effortless way it can take you from day into night. If I were to take this on a trip away with me I wouldn’t need to worry about packing anything else as it does work with everything. 

This bag does come in a great range of colour leathers and hardware options if this particular shade is not for you. The Loulou range is one of Saint Laurent’s more popular lines and for good reason. 

Overall I am over the moon with my latest member of the family and I can’t wait to take her out. I adore the colour and I 100% made the right choice. I would recommend this bag to anyone considering it. The bag is priced at £880 which I completely understand is a lot for a small bag. As luxury goes it isn’t often you find a really great bag for under the £1000 mark these days so with that in mind it is a good price point for Saint Laurent in my opinion. 

What are your thoughts on the Saint Laurent Toy Loulou bag? Would you ever consider buying a luxury handbag? 

Shop the Saint Laurent Toy Loulou here.

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