My Love/Hate Relationship with the Lady Dior ❤️ 💔
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- I admit it. I have somewhat of a love/hate relationship with my Lady Dior bag! In this video, I candidly share the design aspects that I really like... as well as the aspects that really annoy me! Hope this is helpful to those of you who are deciding whether or not to purchase the Lady Dior for yourself. It's a classic, iconic bag - but it's not perfect! Hope you enjoy! xx
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So a little tip on the handles, if you hold the handles up and then gently push them to one side (left or right, doesn't matter), the rings that connect the handle will tilt and lock the handles in place, prevent them from moving or falling down 😄
With the ever increasing prices in Chanel, I started appreciating other brands like Dior.. the Lady Dior and the Saddle bag are on the top of my list. I recently bought a mini dior in this color, just waiting for it to arrive.. i plan to use this for formal occasions so i know it will not be used as often. But i don’t mind as it being classic, i can pass it on to my daughter.
I don't know about you but I buy my replicas on the website *BAGXGO.COM* and I am very satisfied.
And the decreasing quality!! I’m now looking into dior too
I hate many bags that influencers love...sometimes I think Chanel flaps, Birkin and Kelly are more like a sign of status, people don't really love them but "need" them to don't feel "less". Just my two cents.
I agree about Hermes.
I don't think everyone who buys the bags are doing so because of status. Many people are though. That said, those Hermes maintain their beauty they don't get annoying to look at and the birkins is a very functional bag in terms of how much it can hold as well due to the design. Keep in mind that design beauty wise sometimes other influencers will see others have an item and like how it looks and they decide to buy and if enough people love the look of something it's going to be popular as well.
I have coveted this bag ever since I saw it on Princess Diana a lifetime ago. Thanks for bringing me down to earth.
Love your super in-depth reviews! I watched your other video on this bag and it’s good to see an updated version on what is annoying now 😆🤪🤩
Goodness the color is so beautiful and love that lamp too💗💗. I hear you on the love and hate relationship too. I love the bag, but couldn’t commit. Thanks for sharing!
I own this bag and definitely have a Love/Hate (but not really hate) relationship with it. I love the fact that it is a unique bag with its own history. I would have to agree on some of the points you made about accessibility, and how the handles fall. I own the medium, and I think it’s definitely easier to get things inside since it’s a bit bigger, but it still can prove difficult at times.. I have the zipper compartment. Overall, I’m happy to have this bag in my collection. Its just so unique, and I’ve been approached by strangers telling me they like my bag, given it’s not a bag you see worn out often!
ok, now this on my 2022 Wish list/Goal list 😇😇😇! So beautiful! especially in this combo!
This color is so gorgeous! I just purchased a black one before the price went up this year. Feels lucky!
I feel most youtubers have love hate with the lady dior. The design is not in any way practical but we love it because of its aesthetic. I just tell myself to be patient with it when I wear her and shes in control 🙂😅
Her ‘annoyances’ are OVERWHELMING
Love your voice and choice of words! 🩷🩷 it’s so soothing 😌😌😊 and I think the diagonal scratches come from your belt’s hardware! That’s why they’re just on one side. I don’t like how the bag tilts too but I have to admit the design is so beautiful and classy 😍
I personally love simple plain bags with a little detailing. ❤️ I don't like textured bags, or very thick handles and charms etc. But you sure do enjoy it. ❤️ 😊
Thank you for sharing!~ I do not see this bag a lot on the streets in Seoul, it means even if ppl purchase it - they prefer do not use it often and definitely not as everyday bag~ but this bag is sooo beautiful!^^
Im so tempted to get one soon.. this video helps me a lot❤️thank you for this
Good to hear you mention the thing with the handles! I actually wondered about this, because I see these bags in the boutiques and I picked one up then I couldn't put it back nicely. Then I started paying attention to how the place it very specifically (hard to explain but it's the o rings are all resting diagonally).
Yesss!!! You’re absolutely right.
I have two lady dior bags blush and black and I just love them. Lady Dior bag just elevates your outfit.
The new lady d joy bag's handles fall down all the way flat. I like this new update on the bag. And they made little levers on the claw buckle to open and close it. ❤😊 Thank you for this review.
They should have put little magnets in the handles so that it sticks together when you set it down! 🤔
What a clever idea!
The leather would rub together too often and break down the leather material, essentially ruining the bag handles.
@@EmmTVChannel also watch on persons hand can stop working from magnets.
I was so close to getting this at the boutique today. The customer service was wonderful and it's such a stunning bag! I had an older style with the zip & it drove me insane. The Lady Dior aesthetic is so beautiful though. My rule of thumb was to sleep on it & it looks like I'll give this one a miss since I have an Alma BB.
I totally get you. I actually sold it away because I just find it so impractical. I get frustrated with the closure flap, strap is too long as a cross body, the handles don’t always stay upright etc.
Thanks for the very helpful video. This is on my wishlist the exact color and size. 🥰 would you recommend getting it brand new or get it preloved?
I actually like lady dior alot to justify to own 2. Mine in medium. Both are older style with zipper opening. It was tight at beginning but after few usage, the opening has softened abit tht my hand can slip in and out comfortably without zipper cutting my hand. It doesnt tip over because of the medium size so more stabile. Sure it isnt everyday bag but it so gorgeous with the clink clank charms and carnage quilts. Looking at them always put smile on my face.
1, The scratches might from your long belt buckle.
2, I always put the cover （small bag come with original package) back to the hanging DIOR logo to avoid colour fading or scratches.
Thanks for the video Hanna. I’ve admired this bag from afar for years, but had the cons you covered in the video on my mind, which is why I never took the plunge. It’s a beautiful bag, but don’t think it’ll be used much as part of my own collection.
Same here! Everytime I walk in to buy the elements Hannah mentioned annoy me and I walk out 😀. On the next visit I try another size, and then walk out. It’s been going on for 2 years now. It’s probably not meant to be for me 😀
I love the noise of myABC lady Dior for sure!! Xx thanks for sharing this and I totally agree with all of your points! And yeah probs not adding another as this one is already enough hahaha
Thanks for the review! Do you think some of these issues are specifically with the smaller models? Or does the medium also have these issues? I was looking at the medium because I'm not the slimmest person in the world. I need the bag to make me look smaller lol.
I kinda have same feelings like you. But I love yours especially the color is so pretty. Great review darling 💕
Hi, I Love this bag. I own it in grey. Great review.
most logical reviews. I love your Dior, love the color, wish I can have that one too, also I do love your video! Lucky you
I’m so glad you enjoyed the video!
I have the exact bag :) Have you thought about getting a gold chain to swap out the guitar strap? I kinda want to get an alternative chain strap...feels more elegant for night outs
I have the vintage Lady Dior with flat bottom feet. It's very evenly weighted.
Wow great review... seriously debating adding it to my collection...I agree with everything you say. Love hate relationship lol
This bag can definitely be annoying but wooooow it is beautiful! I got mine last Saturday, I haven't used it yet but I think it's stunning. I know it will scratch (hardware and flap) but I adore the colour and craftsmanship so much that I am ready to accept it. The service was also unparalleled compared to other boutiques!
This bag is absolutely gorgeous. I especially love this blush color. But i will never own one mainly because im too poor to buy a bag that is not practical for my lifestyle. However i will love it from a distance 💕
You can save up money for it.!
@@KourttneyLI bought the Chanel Classic Flap instead.
I think the diagonal scratches in the O rings could be because of the shoulder strap lobsters 🤔 when putting the bag down (the strap is not in tension on the shoulder and falls down). The hardware is substantial and the pieces scratch each other🙈. The hanging leather in bag straps and belts make me crazy too. Is nevertheless a beauuutiful bag, but I totally understand how nerve racking it can be at times. The tilting frequently makes me totally crazy. Is the worst. For the tilting ones I always get one of those small bag table hangers in Amazon, but of course is not solving the issue completely.
Thank you so much for sharing! 😍 Would you have considered a Lady Dior lite? Or is the fabric too high maintenance in the long run as compared to lambskin! ☺️
So glad you made it because I am hesitating pulling the trigger on this one.
I hope the video was helpful. I’ll be sharing a wear & tear update in my next video so you may want to tune in for that. 😉
I consider this bag and watch your video again. I will probably be annoyed just as you… I love how classic and lady like. It’s just a beautiful bag. we spent so much money plus I’m not trying to buy and sell so being picky is certainly a must and not a bad thing for me when buying luxury items. Thank you for sharing the good the bad and the ugly! ❤️😘
I agree on the handles! Obviously designed for form, not function. As for scratches on the hardware, metal moving on metal will always leave marks. This bag is designed with a lot of metal, so it will be more noticeable than bags with less moving metal parts.
Its a nice looking bag and I really love the colour as that is one of my favourite colours but yes it would be cumbersome with those handles. Also I am trying to move away from hand held bags as I tend to find it hard to keep holding them. Its lovely but I'm not sure its for me :)
I agree with all the points you mentioned, in fact, the cons are really the reasons why I do not own a Lady Dior and unlikely to get one. Those are things that I know would drive me crazy, and the bag would be a piece of art on a shelf 😂 also, your point about extra leather is something I can’t stand as well. A couple of my LV bags have that as I always carry my straps in the shortest setting. It bugs me but what can I do lol
I have not used mine yet since I got it last year during Covid but I could tell with the flap already, it wouldn’t be very easy to get things in and out. I agree, the spiked feet wouldn’t hold the bag up very well and do like when the extra leather isn’t flopping everywhere. I do the same thing with my handbags, and think of changes I would make to better the bag or make it easier to use. I wonder if you got some of the scratches from the strap clasp? Is it on the other diagonal side? Definitely a stunning bag but will have to be prepared for the scratches which I worried about but things have to be enjoyed and used so will have to get over it 😅
Hey darling! Here is a second AMAZING real/honest detailed review and... once again, thank you for the actual important concerns you pointed out! merci
Great video, thank you. This is my next purchase when im in Milan in September so I am watching many Lady Dior bag videos. I totally agree about the flapping extension piece of the strap. They should either have included a dome or made the keeper piece wider to contain the flap. My LV Georges bag has a curling tail which is starting to bother me. It does have a keeper piece but the strap seems to ride out of it alot and they do look untidy when they curl. The scratches on the hardware at the back could have been there under the plastic stickers and when its all exciting taking them off, sometimes you don't see them. I had a great big deep scratch on the big clasp on my LV Georges which I noticed on my first outing with it. There is no way it happened when I wore it but what can you do?
Omg! I am totally in agreement with a love hate relationship. My number one annoyance with this bag is the tilting, it drives me absolutely crazy 😡. I have to really think about where I put the bag down. The majority of the time it would tilt and fall flat to one side. Also the clips on the strap are so difficult to get on and off! On the flip side, I love the leather, the craftsmanship, the attention to detail and the noise the charms make. And it’s a truly iconic bag 🥰
Agree 100%! That’s why we love and hate this bag at the same time! 😂
Hi Cat, I would love to your thoughts on the Lady Dior vs. the Chanel mini flap! Wondering what they think about their aesthetics and craftsmanship. I am considering one versus the other. Maybe would be an interesting video? Thank you!
I’ve always thought this is a stunning bag (particular in that colour!), but think it would be too impractical to use because it’s so structured and the soft leather would make it even more difficult to use. Thanks for sharing your detailed review ☺️ xx
That video idea would be lovely as a series. Well done. Please do a video on the pros and cons of the Chanel classic flap bag too.
I did a video on the Chanel classic flap a while back! Here it is - th-cam.com/video/rg507QbN8Fo/w-d-xo.html
this is an excellent review thank you. the hardware scratches on the handle parts are from the strap you attach. they aren't the easiest straps to get on/ off either, infact i find them super annoying. while trying to take the strap off, the hardware will scratch.
Your reviews are helpful and detailed. The Lady Dior looks so pretty, but I do see it has more difficult design elements that create wear and tear to the bag. The handles flopping out is the main reason I have held off on trying it.
So glad the video was helpful!
I wanted this bag in the Black studded. I would just carry it for the aesthetic.
I have the black studded Dior sunglasses! It’s quite the look as you say, just for the aesthetic!
I totally agree with you. I love how pretty it is but i hate getting my hands in and out of it and i hate the handles 🤣 I loved the medium size but i found it too heavy. The mini size is cute for night out but sooo impractical so small size is the most comfy.
It really is so pretty and annoying at the same time! 😂
Gorgeous bag!
I have the same annoyance as you regarding the flap,the opening and the interior t
Lined with black fabric. I find it is difficult to open and close, take things out….and I had a craie Bastia (I know, I know) and the black lining turned it grey. Mine was a gunmetal iridescent or polished/coated calfskin and parts of the colour on the shoulder strap and the handle rubbed off after just few months of use. Probably my first and last Lady Dior.
I love my mini paintent lady Dior. She fits everything I need and more. She is so beautiful
Ooh, the patent mini lady Dior is the first one I tried when I was in Italy. It was so beautiful but quite small for me. Enjoy yours!!
Hi! I am so late to the game but just purchased this ABC Dior bag online! This is a silly question but how do you open the “charm strap” to put the charms on? Meaning do I push the ball down the slit or pull on it as it is? The hole is so tight I’m afraid to yank on it🤣Also do you have an organizer in this bag? I bought this bag in black and it’s quite small so not sure if I should? Thanks for any advice!🤗
Love ur explanation
I love this color. 💕 I agree with what you pointed out, pretty annoying. Hehe but still beautiful. TFS
I have been eyeing this bag for so long but I could never pull the trigger because aside from the special occasions, I don’t see myself reaching for it. Do you think this bag would work on casual wear like jeans?
I have the medium in black/silver hw and mini in baby blue/champagne hw and I don’t use them as much because of the same reasons you spoke about. Keeping them though because I just love the aesthetic.
I can just imagine how cute your baby blue mini would be! I agree they’re not the most practical bags, but so beautiful!
Hi, Just wondering does your small lady dior come with an Authenticity card?
Thanks 😊
Love-hate indeed. Very iconic true but may not be perfect yet still adorable. Agree to all you said. Im a crossbody girl thats why i picked the lady d-joy small size. I dont like how the strap of the lady dior is attached diagonally in opposite direction of the handle. The d-joy side rings for the strapped kinda solved my issues. As good as it gets….
Hi, I think the scratches on the metal thing at the back of the bag are from the strap when it's hooked. Another con for me is when the strap is on, and you want to get or put something inside the bag, it is so hard to open it since the strap is blocking the two top handles. You know what I mean? or is it just me? I also have this exact bag btw and I also have love and hate relationship with it. 😬
I have a small black lady dior, and I love mine, especially my charms!
The charms are very “charming.” 😉
Beautiful bag🤩 it’s so small so I can see how it would be annoying but to just take out and look at I love it! So beautiful 😍
I have the Lady Dior in the medium size in the color Cerise (or Cherry Red). The interior is red, not black. It has never tipped over because the medium size has a wider base where the feet are spread more apart than the small size. I'm not a crossbody girl, so I usually carry it on the crook of my arm. With your small size, the handle drop is not as long as my medium. I debated on whether to buy the small or medium, but when I realized the medium can easily slip on and comfortably rest on the crook of my arm then that helped with my decision making. I can understand your comment on the flap opening, but I would much rather have a flexible flap than the original tight zipper opening. The Lady Dior is a stunning bag that every bag collector should have!
Ah yes, I can see how the medium size wouldn’t tip over as easily! I’m a crossbody gal so the small works best but the tipping is annoying. 😂 I agree with you on the flap opening - it’s still better than the zipper! 👌
Your Lady Dior is gorgeous!
I think the diagonal scratches have to be from the strap as it’s both the ones that the strap attaches to that are scratched
Loooove your bag! ❤️❤️❤️ I feel the same way about my Lady Dior. Mine has a zipper instead of a flap and I do get annoyed when I have to get something out. Also, my crossbody strap is much shorter and the bag sits too high. The hardware definitely scratches very easily but I still love my bag and won’t part with it. Mine is very classic and vintage. Great video! 👍🏻😁🌺
So interesting about the strap being shorter! Do you know when they lengthened the strap?
@@hellocatwalkcity Nope, I have no idea. 🤷🏼♀️
Love love loveee the aesthetics of the bag but I totally understand the love/hate you're talking about. Do you think the scratches on the inner side of the bag is due to the chain from the removable strap maybe?
Yes it’s possible the strap’s hardware is scratching the sides. 🤷🏻♀️
I really want one now 💕💕💕
From what I heard, the long strap keeps the two handles stand up actually :) I agree with you that the bag easily tips over. It is the only I dislike about the bag :)
Idk, Lady Dior is by far my favourite bag, aesthetically speaking. And instead of Classic Flaps, Lady Dior bags are the highest number of bags of the same style that I own😅. They just sparks so much joy every time I use them, and I'd completely over looked every cons u mentioned here. They are definitely not Ur everyday bags. And I don't reach for them when I need to run heavy duty errands. They're more like a girly activity day's bags. Usually I only carry them top handle, cause I am not very fond of the look of the thick strap on a lady Dior.
Totally agree, this is an evening bag for me, I have not practical bags for ease of use.
Ooh love that it’s your favorite bag! Keep rocking it and enjoy!! 👏
Love this bag 🥰🥰
i think the scratch on the ring is from the strap when its attached
For the black lining, i would probably use a light colored organizer so i can easily see the inside.
Smart!!
The scratches on the hardware on the left side at the back is probably whenever you attach the strap
When you’re spending that much for a bag, I am picky about it too!
I agree with you on the tabs, and I don’t think you are being picky at all, for the price you pay for Dior, it needs to be perfect
I don’t think you’re too picky or OCD, those are all valid points. I am only 5’3 so the drop even on the shortest will still be too long but I adore how this bag looks. I plan to carry it on the crooks of my arm more so maybe it’ll be ok lol. I’m thinking of getting the the ABC with enamel charms but can’t seem to decide on a color….wonder how the enamel hardware will hold up over time. 😅
Thanks! I think it’ll be beautiful as a crook-of-the-arm bag without the strap. Just as Princess Di wore it! 😉
🙋 All those things make perfect sense. 👍
-Take the charms off the bag and it will balance better.
-It's not a crossbody.
-If you don't like the flap, remove it.
-Just looking at it, the handles and hardware are driving me nuts.
-The handles need a magnet clip to keep them together when sitting it down.
There are minor problems Dior could address but the beauty of this bag is beyond any bag
Lady Dior is perfection
I can tell that your love for Dior runs deep. 😉
If you don’t mind me asking, how tall are you? Asking to compare my height and where the bag would fall on me crossbody ☺️x
Great video! It's a stunning, well made bag (I own three!) but I'm currently considering selling two of my Lady Diors (along with some other designer bags) in order to downsize and buy something really special. My Lady Diors are my least used bags and they're also the bags I least enjoy wearing due to their fussy nature. The stiff handles really annoy me. I'm curious to know how you're enjoying your Fendi Essentially Peekaboo? I've been thinking about buying one for the longest time. Yours looks stunning on you xx
Where are you selling?
Can't agree with you more! I bought a small lady dior 7 years ago, and have not been using it for more than 5 times so far. However, I don't want to sell it at all. It is just so pretty. I am even debating whether to get another one. Isn't it crazy? I guess it is the magic of lady dior. :D
Seriously, the magic of the lady Dior! 😂 🤦🏻♀️
Thanks for talking about all the little things that can be annoying.
LOL oh no I just received this bag in the mail today after lusting after it for YEARS and then I see this video 😂😂
Uh oh! 😂 But it’s only my opinion and you may have a very different experience! 😉
@@hellocatwalkcity haha of course!! The timing was just funny 😆
This was very helpful. I knew that the handles would flip open when you're not holding the bag. It's ok in the case of the LV Alma because the handles move completely down so as to touch against the surface of the bag. However, in the case of the Lady Dior, I see that the handles stick out horizontally when the bag is put down. That doesn't look good. I want the bag to look nice even when I put it down . No wonder you initially had to tie the handles together with a ribbon at the start of the video. This is a deal breaker for me. I love top handle bags, but I would prefer the Hermes Kelly, the Chanel coco handle, and the Chanel trendy CC over the Lady Dior. Thanks again for your informative video.
like the video and love your voice. gorgeous bag
Thank you so much!
I have 2 in mini size and they stand just fine on their feet. How do you keep your Chanel flaps standing up , not falling dawn? Or it is okay for them to fall on one side?
My Lady Dior mini stand straight even on the carpet floors .
Its beautiful ❤
Do you stuff your small LD? I see some LDs lost their structure, but usually the larger sizes and non leather material. It looks so solid and structured. I keep the strap inside and so didn’t stuff it with air paper. Let me know your thoughts :) ❤️
I place the strap inside my Lady Dior too, so no need to stuff it! 😉
I had this exact bag with the color and size. It’s gorgeous to stare at but I got so annoyed and sold it.
Oh wow.
I have the same bag but I love it so much 💕
Aww glad to hear you’re enjoying yours!
I have been looking at a black lady doir bag. But I do not know which one is better between patent calfskin leather and lamskin leather. Thank in advance. Xxxx
I vote lambskin!!
The opening of the bag really gets me so I don't think I would buy this bag. But just looking at it, such a beauty!
it really is beautiful but yes I wouldn't want to spend so much and not be able to use it a lot :)
It’s an annoying beauty! 😆
@hellocatwalkcity What outfits and outfit colors do you wear with this shade?
My wardrobe is mostly neutrals. I tend to wear this bag with tan, camel, pale pinks… and white!
Do you find this bag hard to style? I absolutely love it, especially in this color, but my style is not overtly feminine so I always think this bag would look out of place on me. Would you consider including outfits worn with your bags (neck down, I totally understand your concerns about privacy and security!)?
I have a few mod shots with this bag on my Instagram! 😊
I love this bag; it’s so ladylike. I appreciate your review. It’s good to know the pros and cons. I bought the medium for my birthday this past February.
I was planning to get the small in white next year. However, after this video I may change my mind😂
Thx for sharing
Enjoy your medium! No need for another one! 😉
Does it color transfer??
It's not for rough use, I carry it for its design, on special occasion only, I think that makes it easier to accept the bag 😉
I have matt blush too in medium size, maybe the bigger size makes it easier to access the interior, so I am overall fine with using it... ☺️
Hi! Can you tell me if the blush color can pass for nude or be used as a nude bag or does it look more like a rosy color or more in the pink family? Thank you! I'm selling a peachy nude Chanel Boy bag in order to get the Dior, however I need a nude bag. Lol
@@debbieh9009 I personally think it's a nude, no pinkish tinge. And it's subtler than peachy nude. Hope this helps.
@@sheaubinchua9508 HI there! Thank you SO much for getting back me, and so quickly too! What is the color name do you know? Is the color called Blush, or is the the Fard (?) Color? Currently Blush is listed on Dior website but not Fard. I'm not sure as the name was not listed.
@@sheaubinchua9508 by the way have you seen the color beige? I saw it on line. I want a nude bag but the color on line for beige is a bit too ordinary for me. Perhaps it is different in person.
@@debbieh9009 mine is definitely not beige. I bought blush, and on checking the colour fard online, can't tell the difference...