Q: What typically fits inside the Céline Macadam Triomphe Hobo?
A: With approximate measurements of 25 × 40 × 17 cm, it easily carries daily essentials: a large smartphone, continental wallet, keys, slim sunglasses in a soft case, earbuds, a small cosmetics pouch and a 500 ml water bottle. An A5 diary/notebook fits comfortably. If you’d like us to test specific items in this exact piece, just ask and we’ll be happy to check.

Q: Will it fit A4 documents or a 13-inch laptop?
A: A4 documents (21 × 29.7 cm) lie flat inside. A slim 13-inch laptop (around 30.4 × 21.2 cm) generally fits horizontally, though the curved zip opening of the hobo silhouette can make insertion a little snug—using a slim sleeve helps. Share your device’s dimensions and we’ll perform a tailored fit check for this bag.

Q: Are the handles adjustable or removable? Can it be worn crossbody?
A: This model features dual rolled leather handles with an approximate 12 cm drop. They are not adjustable or removable. It’s designed for hand or crook‑of‑arm carry and can sit high under the arm for some wearers; it isn’t intended for crossbody wear and no long strap is included with this piece.

Q: How secure is the closure and what’s the interior layout?
A: The bag has a top zip main compartment for day‑to‑day security. This piece includes two external front pockets with flap closures for quick‑access slim items and a tonal fabric‑lined interior with one zipped pocket to organise valuables. Our photos show the exact configuration.

Q: What is Céline’s Macadam/Triomphe canvas?
A: “Macadam” refers to Céline’s historic monogram canvas used widely in the 1970s–1990s; “Triomphe” is the brand’s emblem inspired by the chain around Paris’s Arc de Triomphe. Hedi Slimane later reintroduced Triomphe canvas in current collections with a modernised scale and styling. This piece features the classic vintage Macadam/Triomphe motif with brown leather trim.

Q: Is coated canvas durable, and is the bag heavy?
A: Coated canvas is robust, scratch‑resistant and lighter than full‑grain leather, which helps keep this hobo comfortable for daily carry. The leather trim adds structure and a premium finish while the canvas takes most of the wear in normal use.

Q: How should I care for the coated canvas, leather trim and hardware?
A: Keep the bag dry and away from heavy rain. For coated canvas, wipe with a soft, slightly damp cloth and allow to air‑dry—avoid harsh solvents. For the brown leather trim, wipe with a soft dry cloth and condition sparingly with a quality neutral leather conditioner after testing on a discreet area; be mindful of colour transfer from dark denim. Store upright, lightly stuffed, in a breathable dust bag, and place a soft cloth between handles and the canvas to minimise impressions. Hardware may develop fine hairline scratches with normal use—avoid abrasive surfaces.

Q: Where are the brand markings and codes, and how is dating handled on vintage Céline?
A: Authentic Céline bags typically have a “CELINE PARIS” heat‑stamp and a country‑of‑origin mark (this piece is made in Italy). Vintage Céline uses a date code rather than a unique serial number; the code often appears on a small leather tab inside an interior pocket or embossed directly on the lining. The format commonly appears as one letter, two letters, then four numbers (e.g., X‑XX‑####) and is not unique to a single bag.

Q: Is this style still in production?
A: The Macadam/Triomphe canvas hobo in this vintage configuration is generally considered discontinued; availability today is primarily through the pre‑loved market. Céline continues to offer modern Triomphe canvas pieces, but details and proportions differ from vintage Macadam styles.

Q: What accessories are included and how do you authenticate?
A: For this piece we include: dust bag and brand booklets (see “Accessories”). Every item at A Retro Tale undergoes rigorous, multi‑point authentication by our in‑house experts, examining materials, stitching, hardware, stamps/date code and overall construction—we stand behind the authenticity of every item we sell.

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