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I recently received the best-selling Pol\u00e8ne Num\u00e9ro Un bag and couldn\u2019t wait to test the bag out! It\u2019s the signature bag from the cult French contemporary handbag brand, Pol\u00e8ne, based in Paris, France. This classic Pol\u00e8ne handbag has become a symbol of chic French minimalism. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In case you\u2019re new here, I\u2019m Victoria and I write about all things French fashion, handbags, and accessories. If you\u2019re just getting started, read my French girl style<\/a> guide which will help you build your own capsule wardrobe. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Ok, so what materials is the Pol\u00e8ne Number One bag made of?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Number 1 \u201cTrio\u201d Leather<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This bag I chose (the \u201cNumber 1 Trio Black<\/a>\u201d version) is a black handbag made with a mix of three types of leather: smooth, suede, and grain leather. The body of the bag and crossbody strap is made of grained black leather, while the foldover flap is made of black suede. The little half-moon fastener, as well as the bag\u2019s small top handle, are both made of smooth black leather.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The combination of mixed leathers works really well and the bag is quite beautiful. This \u201ctrio\u201d design is also available in several other colors. There is also a crocodile \u201ctrio\u201d version where the foldover flap is made of croc-effect calf leather.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you prefer the bag with uniform-grained leather, you can go with that option in different colors as well. In total, there are 30 different leather color combinations to choose from!  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What surprised me most about this bag is how heavy it was. This is normal for a 100% leather bag, but if you’re looking for a thin and lightweight bag, this one is not for you. The leather is quite thick, making it slightly heavy, but nevertheless, great for protecting what is inside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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How much can the Num\u00e9ro Un bag hold?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Num\u00e9ro Un bag measures 32 cm wide, 23 cm tall, and has a depth of 16.5 cm. It has a soft cotton-lined interior. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bag has two interior pockets which lie flat against the back portion of the bag. They\u2019re great for storing your phone or passport. The exterior has one flat pocket against the back. If you\u2019re traveling, you could keep your boarding pass there, for example.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I can fit all my daily essentials in the Pol\u00e8ne Number 1 bag. It can easily hold a book, my wallet, a small makeup bag, hand sanitizer, my phone, my keys, and still have room for a bit more like a scarf.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Can the Pol\u00e8ne Num\u00e9ro Un Bag fit a laptop? No. The bag is too small to fit a 13-inch Macbook Air comfortably. However, a 13-inch laptop does<\/em> fit diagonally if you need to in a pinch. The magnetic snap closure doesn\u2019t fasten when doing this so I wouldn\u2019t recommend it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Is the Pol\u00e8ne Num\u00e9ro Un bag worth it?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Yes! The Pol\u00e8ne Num\u00e9ro Un bag has been designed in Paris and crafted in Spain using the finest quality leathers. It\u2019s become one of my favorite French girl handbags<\/a> and I highly recommend it if you\u2019re searching for an everyday handbag that won\u2019t break the bank. The bag has two handles: a short single top handle and a long adjustable crossbody strap. I use both the top handle and strap depending on what else I need to hold. Overall, this is a chic French handbag you won\u2019t regret purchasing!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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About Pol\u00e8ne<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Pol\u00e8ne is a fairly new French handbag designer which is actually<\/em> worn by French women. The French brand has exploded in popularity in France due to its high-quality handbag production at affordable prices. It\u2019s like you’re getting a luxury leather handbag for 75% off. The brand was founded by three French siblings Mathieu, Antoine, and Elsa Mothay who named the brand after their Normandy country house. Pol\u00e8ne ships to the United States or you can shop from their central Paris boutique!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pol\u00e8ne Handbag Reviews<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Read my other Pol\u00e8ne handbag reviews right here: <\/p>\n\n\n\n