The YSL College bag has been around since its debut as part of the Saint Laurent Pre-Fall collection in 2015. Almost five years after its release, it has become one of the most sought after bags by the French fashion house with many handbag lovers owning multiple versions of the bag.
Made out of lambskin leather which is quite durable, the College bag features chevron-quilted overstitching and the signature YSL logo in metal hardware. In general, there is something about the shape and feel of the College bag that is very attractive, which is one of the reasons why it is so popular.
The College bag comes with a chain strap with a leather shoulder pad, making the bag very comfortable to carry. The strap can be removed and the bag can be carried from the handle at the top of the bag, giving it a more casual look. The medium version of the bag can also be worn cross-body.
The YSL College bag is great for keeping things organised. The interior features a slot pocket at the back and a zip compartment in the middle which splits it up nicely. The bag is closed via a magnetic snap closure and also has another slot pocket on the outside at the back. Overall, the College bag fits a lot of items and it is also quite lightweight.
YSL College Bag Sizes and Dimensions
The YSL College bag comes in two sizes – Medium and Large.
It is worth noting that the strap drop of the Large version is significantly shorter than that of the Medium version. As a result, the Medium College bag can be comfortably worn cross-body, whereas the strap of the Large version is too short for most people.
The full dimensions of both sizes can be found in the table below.
| Size | Dimensions | Handle Drop | Strap Drop |
| College Bag Medium | 24 x 17 x 6.5 cm | 6.5 cm | 55 cm |
| College Bag Large | 32 x 20 x 8.5 cm | 7 cm | 36.5 cm |
Saint Laurent College Bag Price
The College bag is priced quite fairly when compared to other YSL bags. When compared to other luxury bags, it is often purchased as a cheaper alternative to the Chanel Boy bag.
| Size | Price |
| YSL College Bag Medium | €1,790 / £1,580 / $2,450 |
| YSL College Bag Large | €1,990 / £1,755 / $2,590 |
Overall, the YSL College is a fantastic bag. It looks great, is lightweight and can neatly fit so many things. It is one of Saint Laurent’s staple pieces and will surely stick around for the years to come.
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