if it doesn't work now, it won't work later. Don't force yourself into liking it because it's "hot" and your friends love it; They don't have the same idea of its usage as you do. Thanks for sharing!
@totesgene
Сағат бұрын
Good points. I'm going to get rid of it. I just bought a Ricky!
@lisatakeitorleaveit
2 сағат бұрын
I always appreciate videos like this - to me if a bad doesn’t do what I need it to and it’s not fabulous enough for me to overlook that it has to go.
@Brian.lungwarrior
2 сағат бұрын
Exactly!
@totesgene
2 сағат бұрын
Yep, I just gotta get off my lazy butt and do a bunch of poshmark listings.
@iloveislandlifekeywest
3 сағат бұрын
I love my empire bag. I've been carrying it non-stop to work, it holds everything.
@totesgene
3 сағат бұрын
@@iloveislandlifekeywest it does hold a lot but it’s terrible if you have a laptop, at least for me.
@veronicamccraw3283
2 сағат бұрын
I agree with you about the cheap a tag!! I really wish they wouldn’t have done that .I absolutely love my empire 35 however, the chain broke on the first day. So I added a chain and tag from another coach bag onto my empire..
@totesgene
2 сағат бұрын
Yes, they should get bach to the clochettes!
@veronicamccraw3283
Сағат бұрын
@@totesgene I wish I could show you a picture of my empire bag. It’s all charmed up and I love it. I won’t be taking it to work because it’s a little too much for work however I am wearing it this weekend.
@SuzWhat
3 сағат бұрын
I’m sorry it didn’t work out as expected. Thanks for sharing! Peace and love..Suz What ☮️💛
@totesgene
2 сағат бұрын
Thanks, Suz. Yeah, that happens sometimes. I thought it would be such a great workbag, but no.
@sibimarie
4 сағат бұрын
😅😂 I agree with you on the cheap a** chain. Not just on the Empire but on some of the other Coach bags too. I love seeing how everyone dresses up their Empire bag. Thank you for sharing!
@totesgene
3 сағат бұрын
@@sibimarie yeah I love seeing how everyone dresses theirs up too. Winnie’s is so fun.
@Brian.lungwarrior
2 сағат бұрын
Great points, Gene! If it doesn’t work for you, it doesn’t work!
@totesgene
2 сағат бұрын
Thank you so much.
@nellie371
3 сағат бұрын
What what what??? your initial review encouraged me to give Coach another go which I haven't done yet, oh so sad to hear this but really appreciate your honest update
@totesgene
3 сағат бұрын
@@nellie371 Well quality is not an issue here so you perhaps should give Coach another chance although I know their quality varies. It’s a beautifully made bag.
@redyredred6487
3 сағат бұрын
Gene, my hat’s off to you - appreciate your courage in acknowledging that you don’t like one of the season’s hottest bags, hehe! Sometimes, the idea of a bag is better than the actual purchase and subsequent use of a bag. I think we’ve all had this happen. You get it and realize it - naw. Not for me. I actually do really love the Empire bag in 40, but I’m not going to buy one. I have a large Fendi Peekaboo (the bag that’s my jam) that serves this purpose for me, and looks better doing it (to me)! ❤
@totesgene
2 сағат бұрын
Thank you. OMG you have a large Peekaboo? I AM SO JEALOUS. That's one of my dream bags. Too $$$$$.
@savannahmills
3 сағат бұрын
yesssss steel magnolias. too bad it didn’t work out. can’t believe it doesn’t fit your laptop better
@totesgene
2 сағат бұрын
I love me some Clarice and Weezer!
@joecarroll8286
2 сағат бұрын
Thanks for sharing a different take! For me, the fabric lining makes me suuuuuuper sus about the leather. If they’d built the bag out of quality full grain leather they could have just left the inside raw like they did in their old bags. The fact that put in a fabric liner makes me think they’re trying to hide something
@totesgene
2 сағат бұрын
That is an interesting take. You could be on to something.
@joecarroll8286
2 сағат бұрын
@@totesgene It just felt tissue thin to me, and I'm afraid that if people actually pack these bags out to match their size they aren't going to hold up. It's like that Episode of Parks & Rec where Donna's helping someone move and she puts one box in the back of her SUV because "it has a delicate suspension."
@myunsolicitedopinion1527
2 сағат бұрын
Hi Gene! I would love to see you compare the functionality of the Empire to the Rogue 39. I am trying to decide which to purchase. I was going to purchase the Rogue, but then the black color I wanted sold out. During that time, the Empires restocked. I like that it felt lighter than the Rogue and costs less. However, I just I feel like it may lack the functionality I need. Also, now that the buzz is wearing off, I am seeing more negative reviews on the Empire.
@totesgene
2 сағат бұрын
I filmed a Rogue vs Empire video but it was such garbage that I have to redo it. I would take the Rogue any day over the Empire, but that shouldn't come as a surprise given this video.
@myunsolicitedopinion1527
Сағат бұрын
@totesgene You have a way with words that always cracks me up 😁. That is what my gut was telling me, too. Thanks for confirming 👍
@YotaStyle
Сағат бұрын
Tell it like it is Gene!!! Haha Don’t hold back!!! 😆 It is boring, it doesn’t appeal to me at all. I’m enjoying this new comical Gene!! 😂😂😅 Big Booty Judy is dressed to the nines!! Haha Great video and yes those damn cheap chains and hang tags need to be upgraded!!!!
@totesgene
Сағат бұрын
Hahaha. Judy is AMAZING. I'd look ridic if I did that. I'm selling it.
@kellyt9292
12 минут бұрын
Sorry you hate it. I do agree with you that it needs to be a bit larger, and the sides should be able to adjust for laptops, etc. I only use mine when I need a navy blue bag. The website is still fully stocked with the emipre except for the merlow, so i dont think you will get retail for it.
@JoleeSO
56 минут бұрын
The hang tag…agree. The Row bag is just an old valise..no thanks. If I want that, I’d buy an old valise. A laptop doesn’t fit? Oops. Glad that you went over the uselessness of the buckles, now they are just damage causing extras. Why is the zipper like that? My thoughts? It never called to me. 😊
@totesgene
48 минут бұрын
Loved you on Winnie's live the other day. Thank you for watching.
@JoleeSO
45 минут бұрын
@@totesgene thanks Gene!
@adriennemoore4789
20 минут бұрын
I loveee my Empire bag for work. A work bag in my opinion should be simple and classy. And it looks better than the Margaux. And it will age beautifully. Have Coach make you a custom hang tag. I can put my iPad mini in the side pocket and my laptop in the bag.
@DeeHigginbotham-mv3gc
Сағат бұрын
While it is a great bag, it is most certainly not a bag for a full size laptop. My laptop is 15 inches. There is no way my laptop would fit. You lose a good 2” or more in height by the zipper placement. I didn’t get the 40 because I already have a great workbag and the price. Now I am glad I didn’t get it. 😊😊
@DeeDee_Bean
3 сағат бұрын
I’m sorry it didn’t work out I don’t remember if it’s been 30days since you unbox you can return if it’s within 30day window. Such a bummer for you TFS 👛🛍️🚢🦆🙏
@totesgene
3 сағат бұрын
@@DeeDee_Bean Yeah I’m bummed. It’s so beautifully made. Just gorgeous. But work bag no.
@BarbaraFlannery
4 сағат бұрын
I LOVE my on the go!
@totesgene
4 сағат бұрын
@@BarbaraFlannery Yeah Dumb-Dumb here sold it and regrets it.
@BarbaraFlannery
4 сағат бұрын
@@totesgene nooooooo!!!!! You must grab up another, it’s timeless!! (You’re not dumb!)
@jaks_bag_attack
3 сағат бұрын
I don't love the empire, I went to visit it at the coach store, I hate the zipper, also you have the ferragamo hug, way way way better. I feel that the empire would have been so much better as an open tote
@totesgene
3 сағат бұрын
@@jaks_bag_attack I agree. The smaller sizes are open. They should have left the 40 open.
@Restless318
Сағат бұрын
it more of overprice gym bag I love rouge 39 Gene your Videos help me know this
@totesgene
Сағат бұрын
I like the Rogue 39 way better. I love carrying it as a top handle with the longer shoulder straps as the handle. It looks casual, slouchy and chic!
@danielintheantipodes6741
4 сағат бұрын
Sorry it is not a huge success. Thank you for your video.
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