It has been a little over a year since I purchased this Yves Saint Laurent Loulou bag in the size small, black leather, and gold hardware. This is my wear and tear update on the bag. If you are interested in reading about my purchase experience in Hawaii with the special pricing, you can read my blog post: YSL Purchase Experience in Honolulu, Hawaii.

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I have received so many compliments and questions about this bag on Instagram and on YouTube. A year after regular use of this handbag, the leather is still beautiful and puffy. The shape of the bag held up very well and there are no dents on it whatsoever. People often ask if the leather is smooth, grained, delicate, or durable. I would say that the leather is smooth and durable.

Here is the link to this bag: Loulou Small in Matelassé “Y” Leather.

When looking at the flap of the bag and interior, there is little to no wear. I will admit that I still have not removed the stickers that are on the magnetic closure and zipper. The “Saint Laurent” logo still looks very new in person. In the photo, it looks like there is a white reflection on it.

Another concern that gets brought up to me a lot is whether or not the gold hardware holds up well. The color of the gold is a matte antique gold color rather than a shiny vibrant yellow. I prefer this because scratches are less likely to show. The color of the gold has not changed over the year of wear.

This is the right side of the bag. The bag is still holding its shape well and it has not flattened on the sides.

This is the left side of the bag.

Looking at the back of the bag, there are no scratches or discoloration spots. It is still in excellent condition and I see no wear on it.

Although the bag has no feet at the bottom, it still stands upright. The leather on the bottom is also in really great quality.

Here is a YouTube video on my YSL Lou Lou 1 year wear and tear update.

Numerous people have told me that this bag has been on their wishlist for a long time and asked if I recommend it. I would say that it is a beautiful, durable, and timeless piece that will not go out of style. It is a handbag that can be dressed up or down, so effortlessly. After a year of regular usage and storing it properly in its dust bag, it has held up so tremendously. I do not really see any wear on the leather or hardware. If this is something that you have been wanting for a long time, I would say to go for it! If you are planning to travel to France or Hawaii in the future when things get better, the price would be a bit lower in those places. Make sure to check out my Hawaii blog post if you want to know more about the pricing there: YSL Purchase Experience in Honolulu, Hawaii.

Love,

Emily