First off, it ain’t just leather, ya know? It’s *Goyardine* – that signature coated canvas they’re famous for. But underneath all that cool chevron print, yeah, there’s leather. Good leather, supposedly. I mean, it *feels* good. I’ve only touched a real one like… twice? But it felt, like, supple. Rich. Like it could probably survive a zombie apocalypse, okay maybe I’m exaggerating.
And you gotta admit, those Cap-Vert bags, with the trunk-inspired detailing? Kinda genius. The whole “we used to make trunks for royalty and now we make bags” vibe is *definitely* part of the appeal. Very old money, very understated. I get it. Though, personally, I still think they’re kinda… pricey. Like, *really* pricey. But hey, that’s luxury for ya.
Speaking of pricey, have you *seen* the resale market for these things? Insane! Like, people are paying more than retail for some of these bags. Are they nuts?! Nah, probably not. It’s all about exclusivity, right? Goyard keeps their stores limited, their production hush-hush… makes you wanna get your hands on one even more. It’s like they’re playin’ hard to get, and we’re all falling for it.
I saw one on Jiji.com.gh (Ghana’s online marketplace) for like, GH 200 (Ghanaian Cedis). I mean, that’s tempting, right? But, ya know, gotta be careful with that whole “is it real?” thing. Let’s be REAL, you’re prolly gonna find a fake.
I’m not gonna lie; they’re not my *absolute* favorite design-wise. Give me a Chanel flap or a Gucci Marmont any day. BUT… the Goyard St. Louis tote? That thing is a classic for a reason. It’s lightweight, it holds a ton of stuff, and it just LOOKS elegant, even if you’re just hauling groceries. Plus, you can get it personalised? SICK!