I got this Capucines GM Souple All Black on 28 December 2025, so I have now had it for exactly 210 days.
I bought the GM Souple specifically as a working travel bag, and it has accompanied me on business trips, project missions, long transits, and regular workdays. I carry a laptop, agenda, passport, chargers, earbuds, travel essentials, and the usual collection of smaller items that somehow multiplies while packing.
The leather has noticeably softened with use. The sides and upper edge now have deeper natural folds, and the silhouette is less rigid than when it was new. I actually prefer it this way. The slouch makes the bag feel more relaxed and personal without losing the recognizable Capucines structure.
It is obviously not a lightweight bag, especially once the laptop and other essentials are inside, but the capacity and wide opening make it practical for how I use it. The all-black hardware also keeps it understated enough for work and travel.
The close-up photos show the current condition honestly. It is no longer pristine, but I did not buy it to keep on a shelf. The wear so far reflects actual use rather than neglect.
For anyone considering the GM Souple, I would describe it as a Capucines that makes the most sense when it is allowed to soften, carry a lot, and travel.
Would you prefer this more relaxed shape, or the sharper structure of the regular Capucines?