Loewe Puzzle Edge Sand Small size from Hyper Peter
I recently wrote a review of the first of 2 Loewe bags I bought from HP but got swamped so wasn’t able to finish this review for several weeks. Here’s my first review of my cute AF mini Puzzle Tote in White/Beige Calfskin (love how it folds into a small square for travel purposes! I also bought a Loewe Puzzle for my sister, we took advantage and shipped together, cuz shipping multiple items is girl math (#amiright?)
Disclosure: I received no incentives or benefits for this review. My opinions are entirely my own, formed through personal experience.
Seller: Hyper Peter;
Whatsapp: +44-774-303-8638
Price: 1300 cny + 280 cny (this is for shipping two items) The Puzzle Mini Tote was 1300 cny -100 cny discount so total for two items plus shipping is 2780 or $388.40 paid via Wise
Timeline:
February 18 Saw the many reviews for HP’s Loewe bags and totally signed up for this purchase pronto. I DM’d Hyper Peter and asked him for two Loewe items. Both were in stock. Paid
February 24 Changed the color for my sister’s order (Loewe Small Puzzle Edge) from Toffee to Sand. Hyper Peter was very nonchalant about it and said no problem. Lovely.
March 6 I kind of forgot about my order until I saw an Instagram post from Loewe and I message Hyper Peter about it. He tells me the item is shipped and to expect the package soon. Shipping to my country takes around 4-5 days, but in the past Customs holds on to your box and doesn’t release it unless you pay a crazy fine. Now I know which sellers have direct channels into the city. Hyper Peter is very reliable in this aspect.
March 11 Item received. Was too swamped to write a proper review but found the time this past weekend!
Photos:
PSPS: none, I almost always never go for PSPs from HP (see seller communication as to why)
Factory pics: none, I ordered based on my past positive experiences from HP and all the good reviews for his Loewe Puzzles (this one in particular).
MAIN REVIEW:
Author Experience: As a self-proclaimed lurker on the original sub, I consider myself well-versed in the world of replicas, albeit not a seasoned expert. My approach to replicas is pragmatic; I understand that they offer value relative to their price point and don't nitpick over minor details. Despite missing out on the January/March group discount (I ordered right before the group discount started), I'm excited to share my experience with my sister’s Loewe Puzzle Edge (as I did with my Loewe Puzzle Tote Mini).
Quality:
Initial Impression upon unboxing:
· Similar to when my sister and I unboxed the mini Puzzle Tote, when we opened up the dust bag, we were so surprised at how beautiful and gorgeous the color/edge tint and leather texture/feel of this rep is. It’s absolutely stunning and I would completely vouch for the beauty of this bag.
· There was zero fufu smell, the bag has a light leather scent.
Leather, Texture, and Scent:
· The leather used in this rep is among the most soft and squishy and supple I’ve ever gotten rep-wise. Its texture is remarkably similar to the auth, evoking a very similar touch/feel. The auth is marginally softer but not by much.
· The color of the leather is even, nicely saturated and has the correct edge paint/tone.
· Even the scent has zero chemical odor, only that of high-quality leather, adding to the authenticity.
Puzzle Design:
· My sister and I were previously firm advocates of the old regular Puzzle design. To us, we wanted to stick to our guns because we read that the original Puzzle involved more craftmanship to design and handcraft/make. But after seeing this review. (among others), my sister wanted one of her own and I decided to tag along and get the tote so we could borrow each other’s bags. The Edge is actually growing on both of us and while the original Puzzle will always hold a place in our hearts, the color and design of this one was hard to say no to.
Handles and Strap:
· The handles and strap, though soft and pliable, exhibits structural integrity, no worries about the sturdiness of this bag.
· I love the top handle and the ability to remove the shoulder strap completely . Also love the adjustability of the shoulder strap! It’s a very versatile bag!
Gold Hardware:
· All the gold hardware parts are solid, function completely well, even the zipper slides easily.
· The gold tone is shiny without being too brassy or yellow and the accurate shape and weight of the hardware further contributes to the overall authenticity.
Craftsmanship:
· The craftsmanship of this rep impressed me. There are no noticeable flaws in stitching or glazing. Every seam, every edge, and every detail seem to be meticulously executed.
Accuracy: (No factory pics to compare to)
Dimensions/Shape:
· The rep’s dimensions closely align with the auth- 10” x 7.5” x 4.5” which is pretty much the auth dimensions. The shape really mirrors the genuine Puzzle Edge design and all the components such as the top handle, the geometric square strap attachments, the length of the shoulder strap and the adjustable knob, all the details are captured well. The strap drop is 30” to 45”. It helps that there are different length settings because my sister is much taller than me so when we borrow each other’s bags, we are able to adjust it to our carry preferences.
· A note about the dimensions of the Puzzle Edge compared to the OG Puzzle, the Edge is slightly bigger than the OG Puzzle and because of the softness and pliable nature of the leather (it has only 1 layer vs the two layers of the OG Puzzle bag due to how the bag is constructed), the Edge can hold a lot more items than the OG. Here’s a video for a comparison of the OG and the Edge Puzzles.
Adjustable/Removable Strap:
· The adjustable strap is a standout feature. Its length can be easily adjusted based on which loop hole you use. The knob has a little Loewe logo design that is a beautiful touch.
· The strap adjustment feature increases the versatility and allows users to carry the bag crossbody, over the shoulder, or even as a top handle bag when the straps are removed. I love it when the bag has both removeable and adjustable straps.
Calfskin Texture:
· The auth Calfskin has a matte and powdery feel to the leather, but very soft and supple. This rep leather captures all that as well as the pliability and structure.
· The leather’s medium graining matches the auth version as well.
Attention to Detail:
· The font and positioning of the Loewe blind stamp is perfect! Some people say the reps are always stamped too deeply but I truly don’t mind it at all! I will deduct 0.5 to be precise but my sister and I have zero complaints on this detail.
Interior Features:
· The fabric lining inside the bag matches the auth’s herringbone pattern, with the internal slot pocket and Leather Loewe logo patch.
· The feel and look of the lining matches the auth in my opinion, nothing to complain or report home about.
Puzzle Stitching:
· The intricate Puzzle stitching, one of the defining features of this bag, is closely replicated in my sister’s bag. The stitches of each Puzzle panel are even, well lined up and attached well.
· Each component aligns precisely, creating the illusion of interlocking leather pieces (Hence the Puzzle name).
What Fits In My (sisters) Bag:
My sister and I are both minimalists but she does like to carry a little bit more than me. Her staples include a long wallet, travel coffee mug, pack of tissues, key pouch, sunglass case, phone and toiletry bag and lotion. Everything fits without being over stuffed.
Satisfaction with her purchase:
My sister is in love….and to be honest, I am as well and am in talks with HP to buy either the Toffee or Burgundy version of this bag. It’s just a stunning design and the leather is to die for…I can’t wait to get another one so I don’t have to keep feeling jealous of my sister’s bag baby. She uses it daily now so I can’t borrow it as much. This does make me proud of my repfluence over her since she didn’t know much about reps and I did all the communicating/ordering and selecting of her bag! I need to reward myself with a Puzzle Edge of my own!
Seller Communication and Service (basically taken from my Mini Puzzle tote review):
Hyper Peter has been a long time seller of mine. I would say I am pretty biased so please do take this with a grain of salt as I also favor him because he can get my bags to me without any customs risk (my country is NOTORIOUS for seizing anything that has a hint of luxury). I’ve been buying from him since pre-covid RL days and I will continue to since he is someone who I find to have excellent prices for the bags you get. My advice would be to stick to the items he is well reviewed for. He may not have every rep under the sun, but his classics and proven items are really good and while his communication may have deteriorated since our OG sub, I still find his prices to remain the same as before. He also hasn’t bumped up his shipping prices like others have. I know that a point of contention is that he charges for psps, but think of it this way- his $7 charge for psps is OPTIONAL, other sellers tuck it into their commissions so I just look at the optimistic side of things. Just my two cents, don’t come after me with pitchforks, ROFL.
The Wrap up:
I asked my sister if she would dare walk into the Loewe store with this and she was just as confident in her bag as I am in mine. She and I both have thick skin and we know that the SAs in my country can’t really tell our high end reps from auths. They aren’t really educated on the product lines (trust me, I know and have tested them) so we have no fear of waltzing in with our beautiful Loewes. The reps in my country are terrible and very obviously reps, plus my clothing usually justifies me carrying auth, I just choose to spend wisely and buy reps 100%. With this particular bag, I don’t think I would even worry if they touched it…it’s that close to the authentic which is why we rate is as being the best rep purchase we’ve made this year, so good that I am already getting another one of my own!
