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Old Sep 8th, 2009, 08:40 AM   #1
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Hi Ladies,

I'm sure we've discussed in the past our favorites but with fall coming and all the new purchases I thought it might be fun to update.

Tell me what's your favorite BE or accessory? And why?

I"ll go first.

My favorite BE handbag happens to be the WTM. And here's why. The shoulder strap is extremely comfy and stays on. Unfortunately, that doesn't happen with any of my other BE's. The LM or the MMS straps fall right off. Even my straps on my large HM won't stay on.

Also, I love how lightweight the WTM feels on. For my everyday bag I don't want anything too bulky or cumbersome. Rather I want pretty and chic! Lastly, I appreciate that I can use this bag 3 different ways. You all know how I feel about the price of retail but with the WTM I can justify it a little more since it's really a messenger, shoulder and hand bag in one!

That said what I REALLY enjoy from BE are the accessories. I wouldn't think of going a day without my pewter AP, KM, or PM. And then a vacation wouldn't be complete without my weekender set and SPM.

To me, it's become all about the accessories in what I like about BE. I think that's the best of the best in the entire line!

P.S. As for favorite leather. I do like pewter, choco matte, tan, taupe and dark grey! And I"m looking forward to seeing port soon. To me the weekender set is defined by either tan or choco matte. And a wtm just calls for pewter, taupe or tan. Then a spm and port might just make a perfect match!

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Old Sep 8th, 2009, 10:39 AM   #2
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My 2 favorite handbags are the WTM Mini and the I'm Beautiful. The WTM Mini for light/easy days and the I'm Beautiful for travel and for bringing my entire house with me:-D

These are followed closely by my TME Midi (taupe glossy), Charm Me Mini and med Choc Hug Me. I guess that's cheating since I didn't really pick 1 but I just can't...
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Old Sep 8th, 2009, 11:00 AM   #3
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My Pewter Crash Surprise Me is my favourite because it is such a pretty lighthearted bag. I would really like to magic all my BE bags into Surprise Mes.
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Old Sep 8th, 2009, 02:32 PM   #4
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My Pewter Crash Surprise Me is my favourite because it is such a pretty lighthearted bag. I would really like to magic all my BE bags into Surprise Mes.
Hi Jenova,

hehe, I couldn't agree more with you!
The BE accessories are what makes BE the best and really where it's at!
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Old Sep 8th, 2009, 05:24 PM   #5
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The TME Midi- I own 3 and would consider another. It is the perfect size for daily use, but also fits a book or light sweater for running around on the weekends or appointments. The straps stay put pretty well and there is not a lot of slipping off. I like that it is not an overly formal bag, but not super casual either. Basically, perfect for work and weekends for me.
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Old Sep 8th, 2009, 10:47 PM   #6
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I'm loving the WTM Midi. It seems to be the perfect size and weight. Also, love the messenger strap. That being said, I can not wait to start wearing my dark grey Love Me Midi. I put it away for the warmer months, and now it's time to wear her again.

My favorite leathers are the tan & dark grey matte, and the black & pewter crash.
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Old Sep 9th, 2009, 01:03 AM   #7
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Sorry, but no favorite styles here!

I use my bags depending on my mission

I would say the thick matte leathers , the crash and the types like Cobalt and Fuchsia leathers are my favorite ones. They do start out being a bit tough, but with time turn into something great to wear.
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Old Sep 9th, 2009, 02:20 AM   #8
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Originally Posted by lovebags2 View Post
My favorite BE handbag happens to be the WTM.
I love my WTM, too. I know many here don't care for the circles on the sides of the bottom, but I feel happy whenever I look at those circles. They are unusual, and "round" is a very pleasant shape to look at for me. I trace those circles with my finger when I'm standing in a store line or in a movie theater or any place where I'm being still and being bored or pondering something. Quirky thing to love most about such a gorgeous, elegant bag, but I really love those circles, and they make me remember that "what goes around, comes around", and I really believe that.
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Old Sep 9th, 2009, 02:25 AM   #9
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I guess my favorite has to the be Love Me Midi, since that's the only one I have so far! But I really love the clean, simple lines of the Hold Me and I am looking forward to receiving that one (hopefully next month). I think the LMM is a great bag to start the fall, and the deep grey matte color is absolutely divine.
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Old Sep 9th, 2009, 07:39 AM   #10
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definitely WTM

I will get the EM, so let's see if this will be my favorite Style
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Old Sep 9th, 2009, 07:42 AM   #11
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Originally Posted by bonniekir View Post
Sorry, but no favorite styles here!

I use my bags depending on my mission


I would say the thick matte leathers , the crash and the types like Cobalt and Fuchsia leathers are my favorite ones. They do start out being a bit tough, but with time turn into something great to wear.
oh honey, you are MY kinda people!

Right this second, I'm utterly in love with anything in the matte thick (older) tan. My old tan LM recently arrived, and it is a work of art. It will be joined by a matte thick tan travel set and computer bag. Between those and my bone and charcoal matte thick bags arriving this fall, I will be drowning in matte thick leathers, and I do not care one single bit.
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Old Sep 9th, 2009, 10:32 AM   #12
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gga..your so funny!!

I'm also on a thick, fat trip right now..think I just snagged the last bit of Bone for a TMA

BUT ..WHERE IS THE PICTURE OF THIS TAN BEAUTY !!!!
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Old Sep 9th, 2009, 12:51 PM   #13
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have you seen my disastrous pics around? I take THE worst pics. I'm trying to corral Mr.GGA to take them, but he's just not that easy to corral, KWIM?
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Old Sep 9th, 2009, 03:04 PM   #14
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AW..gga..and I'm sitting here having a tough time deciding to have the LM or RM in the Old Tan
You take great pictures!
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Old Sep 9th, 2009, 04:00 PM   #15
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LM Midis in Dark Grey and Choc. Matte, AP in Pewter and Hold Me's in Pewter and Orange - can't just do the one really (but I do love my LM Midi in Dark Grey especially!)
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