Do you use the same size/style bag for every occasion?

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tommye48
Sep 1, 2006
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#1
The numerous questions about bag sizing has me wondering if most of us buy the same size in a certain style ( always a 35 in the Birkin...or always a 28 in a Kelly ) OR do you buy the differing sizes and leathers to suit the occasions you use the bags?

I have been looking for a slightly smaller Kelly to wear when I don't want to carry the kitchen sink with me, but still have enough room for wallet, keys, glasses....for luncheon or out in the evening. I find that my 32 Kellys are just a little too much for these occasions, and sometimes, my 28 Kelly is too.

So, I have been searching for a 25 Kelly.

I still need my 35 and 32 for work, and my 28 to run out to the grocery store:yes:

The HAC 32 is a great work bag with an *edge* and the 30 Birkin is perfect on days when I don't have as much to carry. Both have a different feel and fill different needs on different days.

And, my black mou Bolide 32 is the most perfect all 'round style when I need the essentials, but don't have to carry a lot. I've considered the 37 Bolide to do the same thing, but hold just a little more.

So, I was wondering if many of you think this way when you're considering a piece or do you generally stay with one specific size or style??
 
#2
Since I am a relative H newbie and am trying to build up my collection slowly (although have not been successfuly recently);), I am trying to purchase different types of bags (e.g., Bolide, Birkin, Lindy, etc.) rather than buy different leather/size of the same type of bag to fit the occasion.

However, recently I did buy my 2nd Birkin, but it was a bigger size then my first one and it was at a very good price.
 
#4
I have an H bag for every occasion. I have a clutch for evenings, totes for the day, shoulder bags for work, travel bags, gym bags, bum around bags, casual yet dressy bags, shoulder bags for shopping, carry-on bags for the plane ride....oh, and I just got the cutest little bag for the beach!!!! Okay, so I'm really nowhere near the beach, but I have a rooftop pool, does that count?
 
#6
lol, HG!

I am just staring out, but I feel like I am getting there. I have a clutch for evenings, tote (30 cm Birkin) (car journeys, quick shopping trips), 32 cm Kelly ( my every day, do everything bag, great for travel too), 28 cm box for long shopping afternoons, it's so wonderfully light.


eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeek, nothing for the beach!!!
 
#8
I have just tried to diversify my collection in terms of styles (1 birkin, 1 bolide, 1 evelyne) and picked the sizes in each that worked best for me. I don't know that I'll ever be in a position to have an H for every occasion.
 
#9
Hmm...I always do 35 in Birkins as they are used for work and as totes; for Kellys, which I don't use often, I think a 28 for more formal occasions and a 32 if I need more room; and in Bolides, a 31 because I am using it as a handbag (sort of a Birkin alternative...when I need something lighter, still casual, easy to wear). I would love a clutch someday but I sadly have few opportunites to carry one.
 
#10
Susi, the 25cm Kelly seems much larger than the 20cm - so you should love it! Are you thinking sellier or retourne? I really love them both!

With the exception of my GPTs, most of my bags are in the same size range - 25cm Kelly, 25cm Birkin, 27cm Bolide, 28cm Plume, Berlingot PM (around 25cm), Picotin PM and the like. This size suits me the best but I love the variety of different styles.

Oooh, come on ladies - party at HG's rooftop pool!
 
#11
I like variety in size and style and have varied my collection to include quite a range. Kellys 28,32 and 35, and Birkins 25, 30 and 35. That's not including other styles.
 
#12
Yes, different styles of bags for different kinds of occasions and for different kinds of clothes, too. Bigger bags for casual days or airports, smaller bags for more dressed-up daytime, and tiny bags - fit in the palm of your hand sized - for evening.
 
#13
I think I am stuck on the 30cm+ sizes, but that is my preference as I carry H for daytime only. My preference is for a clutch in the evening, so will need to consider expanding my horizons at some point . . . . off to pack my GPT for the pool party at HGs rooftop . . . .
 
#14
I love to have the choice. Some days require a 28cm Vert Olive Kelly and some days require a little something in Croc. Thing is, that size is paramount for me so no matter how much I think I need a particular bag, if it's too large or too small, I'll pass.

Actually, I feel like I finally have a fairly well-rounded collection of bags to suit almost every ocassion. Although I'm almost always looking at vintage bags.........I can always find a reason to buy a little something vintage!
 
#15
I have changed sizes as much as 3x a day, it is a very personal preferance, I seem to size down as the day goes on. Love the 30 or 35 in the am with errands, but at night the JPG little kelly works best for me.
 
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