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chloehandbags · Nov 17th, 2006, 10:40 AM

Originally Posted by djgirl1976

What do you mean by stickied?

Sorry if I am being a dummy! I do think it is a good idea to let people who feel lost among the Chanels and Hermes and Guccis to have a place to post with confidence. I noticed a few folks saying they felt out of place, and that is a shame. When people who own Coach and Dooney feel they are inferior, how can that make people who are TRYING to SAVE to buy a Coach or a Dooney? I imagine those with less confidence have read through threads here and opted to not even post, because they feared no one would take interest in the bags they own/want to buy. I have some very wealthy friends and some who are scraping by with very little money. I feel I fall into the middle somewhere, but really love to hear how to save money just as much as I love to talk about spending LOTS of it! (saving-I am not good at that-you know the old saying "the more you make, the more you spend...")

And Chloe...Nine West had some REALLY cute bags on there yesterday! I need to go find another!

Stickied means attached to the top of the forum (in this case Handbags & Purses) so it doesn't drop off the page.

I agree that everyone should feel welcome.

No matter what their income/spending habits.

chloehandbags · Nov 17th, 2006, 10:42 AM

Originally Posted by djgirl1976

Link didn't work...here's the pic

That's a good looking bag!

Shame you can't splurge at the moment.

Jillian Dollars · Nov 17th, 2006, 10:52 AM

I am liking a couple of the bags on sale at Spiegel right now. Like this one for $55:

And this one for $35:

Spiegel | Clearance Browse

djgirl1976 · Nov 17th, 2006, 10:54 AM

I like the brown even better but I cannot get the link to work and can't grab a pic b/c it changes when I use my cursor. If you search etro paisley tooled leather bag on eluxury it comes up. I just love the tooled, glossy leather and the hardware, and even the lining is this FABULOUS bright blue satin....*sigh*
That is the price I must pay for getting my finances in tip top shape!
On the flipside, I think that the little clutch from Nine West will, at the very LEAST, curb this undying craving for paisley tooled leather.

And Jillian, that "kinda spy" bag is cute! I do not think it looks close enough to be deemed a "replica", either, though some may disagree. I am liking the price point, though!

chloehandbags · Nov 17th, 2006, 11:06 AM

Gosh, that is a lovely bag and the lining is absolutely gorgeous!

I really can't fault it.

I love paisley motifs and tooled leather, but I'm not usually into structured, ladylike bags that much (the only structured bags I tend to like are clutches); so if I love it, despite that, it must be good!

ETA: Sorry, I'm really not helping, am I?

djgirl1976 · Nov 17th, 2006, 11:11 AM

I know.

I want them both.

The urge is not going away, and it has been more than a month. I am glad to know that I am not crazy in loving this bag. I LOVE structured, so that part is me, it was the paisley, tooled thing that I thought people might not like, even though I think it is gorgeous. Oh how I hate trying to be responsible and plan ahead!!!

chloehandbags · Nov 17th, 2006, 11:19 AM

^ Fingers crossed, maybe there'll be one in the sale after Christmas.

tlloveshim · Nov 17th, 2006, 11:21 AM

Originally Posted by djgirl1976

When people who own Coach and Dooney feel they are inferior, how can that make people who are TRYING to SAVE to buy a Coach or a Dooney? I imagine those with less confidence have read through threads here and opted to not even post, because they feared no one would take interest in the bags they own/want to buy.

Sadly, this is how I felt when I first joined. I've belonged to this forum for a long time but I was really overwhelmed by the expensive bag posts and felt very out of place. But I kept coming back to lurk. Then one day I saw a thread where someone else expressed exactly how I felt and the support she got was overwhelming! So, I took the plunge and started to post. I realize now that it's about the bag, not the cost. If you love it who cares how much it cost! I have a darn $400 bag sitting in my closet because I'm afraid to carry it and here I am proudly and happily carrying my $50 JCPenney bag! And shall I tell you how many compliments I have gotten on it in the past couple of days?! Anyway, thanks djgirl for your heart! This has been so much fun and is so refreshing!

Sorry for this long post.... now, as for the Lulu bags, how does the pvc feel? I am really bad at wanting only leather but those are really cute! I need a tote and am really loving that yellow one for summer! I wanted a yellow bag but don't want to spend even $50 on one! That may fit the bill!

And I'm trying to think of where I saw another tooled bag that was just beautiful but not too costly. If I think of it I'll post. I usually don't like tooled myself but this one caught my eye and I seem to remember thinking it wasn't a bad price. Your dream bag reminded me of it though. Hope I can remember!

tlloveshim · Nov 17th, 2006, 11:32 AM

Accessory Network Tweed Clutch - - Nordstrom.com

Did you see this at Nordstoms too? So cute for that price!

djgirl1976 · Nov 17th, 2006, 11:35 AM

Yes, please do tell, if you think of it. As far as the Lulu bags, I am not sure that I have a pvc one, but I can say that I am fairly sure it would be very soft. The bags I have are more of a fabric, and one is kind of an "ultra suede". That being said, I think the brand is great for trends and I doubt you will be sorry!
Oh, and thank you for your kind words!:) Glad to hear your new bag is a hit. I find it so funny that some of my cheapest bags gather compliments left and right. It is a little crazy, hugh?

Wow...less than 10 bucks for that bag! A total steal!

tlloveshim · Nov 17th, 2006, 12:20 PM

Bloomingdales.com - BCBG Max Azria Tooled Front Shoulder Bag

djgirl, I think this is the bag I was thinking of and it's not the steal that I thought it was unless I saw it somewhere else cheaper. I just can't recall now! When I handbag hunt I can never keep straight what I've seen! Sorry!

And thanks for the info on Lulu! I'm giving it a try! I ordered a yellow tote for $17.90 and of course shipping at Nordies is only $5! I'll give a report when it gets here!

passerby · Nov 17th, 2006, 01:25 PM

Originally Posted by chloehandbags

pb, that's a beauty! Love the embroidery!

CH, I've seen a lovely hair ornament or two on etsy, so will post this later for your opinion

Sydney Love bags are so cute:

Sydney Love Colored Edge Small Satchel > Manmade Handbags > Handbags - eBags

Sydney Love Cats Collection Satchel > Manmade Handbags > Handbags - eBags

Sydney Love Twill Collection Large Tote > Fabric Handbags > Handbags - eBags

Sydney Love Twill Collection East West Satchel > Fabric Handbags > Handbags - eBags

DeAnna · Nov 17th, 2006, 01:43 PM

I love that first Sydney Love bag you posted!
Such a great price!

passerby · Nov 17th, 2006, 02:27 PM

DeAnna, I used to browse ebags a LOT, and was drawn to Sydney Love's bags mainly because of her dogs and cats collection. Thank goodness ebags doesn't ship overseas otherwise I'd end up ordering most of her dogs & cats bags.

DesignsbyJamie
Etsy :: SALE LAURE White purses

djgirl1976 · Nov 17th, 2006, 02:48 PM

Hey, I like this one...
Sydney Love Colored Edge Half Moon > Manmade Handbags > Handbags - eBags
and this one...
JP Lizzy Diana Purse > Fabric Handbags > Handbags - eBags

Nov 17th, 2006, 10:52 AM	#108
Jillian Dollars Kitty Sniper Joined: Jul 2006 Location: New York, NY Posts: 454	Re: Great cheap bags... I am liking a couple of the bags on sale at Spiegel right now. Like this one for $55: And this one for $35: Spiegel \| Clearance Browse

Nov 17th, 2006, 10:54 AM	#109
djgirl1976 OP handbag addict Joined: Oct 2006 Location: Ohio Posts: 568	Re: Great cheap bags... I like the brown even better but I cannot get the link to work and can't grab a pic b/c it changes when I use my cursor. If you search etro paisley tooled leather bag on eluxury it comes up. I just love the tooled, glossy leather and the hardware, and even the lining is this FABULOUS bright blue satin....sigh That is the price I must pay for getting my finances in tip top shape! On the flipside, I think that the little clutch from Nine West will, at the very LEAST, curb this undying craving for paisley tooled leather. And Jillian, that "kinda spy" bag is cute! I do not think it looks close enough to be deemed a "replica", either, though some may disagree. I am liking the price point, though!
	__________________ Sometimes shopping requires ninja skills.

Nov 17th, 2006, 11:06 AM	#110
chloehandbags KIABGGTH Joined: Mar 2006 Location: England, UK. Posts: 11,231	Re: Great cheap bags... Gosh, that is a lovely bag and the lining is absolutely gorgeous! I really can't fault it. I love paisley motifs and tooled leather, but I'm not usually into structured, ladylike bags that much (the only structured bags I tend to like are clutches); so if I love it, despite that, it must be good! ETA: Sorry, I'm really not helping, am I?
	__________________ Go Hannah!!! 'My boss, Ralph Toledano [president of Chloé], always says to me that people come to buy at Chloé for what it is, so it does not make sense to order a Chinese and get delivered an Indian!' - Phoebe Philo, May 2005. Proud member of E.A.R.S! Last edited by chloehandbags; Nov 17th, 2006 at 11:09 AM.

Nov 17th, 2006, 11:11 AM	#111
djgirl1976 OP handbag addict Joined: Oct 2006 Location: Ohio Posts: 568	Re: Great cheap bags... I know. I want them both. The urge is not going away, and it has been more than a month. I am glad to know that I am not crazy in loving this bag. I LOVE structured, so that part is me, it was the paisley, tooled thing that I thought people might not like, even though I think it is gorgeous. Oh how I hate trying to be responsible and plan ahead!!!
	__________________ Sometimes shopping requires ninja skills.

Nov 17th, 2006, 11:19 AM	#112
chloehandbags KIABGGTH Joined: Mar 2006 Location: England, UK. Posts: 11,231	Re: Great cheap bags... ^ Fingers crossed, maybe there'll be one in the sale after Christmas.
	__________________ Go Hannah!!! 'My boss, Ralph Toledano [president of Chloé], always says to me that people come to buy at Chloé for what it is, so it does not make sense to order a Chinese and get delivered an Indian!' - Phoebe Philo, May 2005. Proud member of E.A.R.S!

Nov 17th, 2006, 11:32 AM	#114
tlloveshim <3 my puppy! Joined: Mar 2006 Location: The Great Plains Posts: 8,600	Re: Great cheap bags... Accessory Network Tweed Clutch - - Nordstrom.com Did you see this at Nordstoms too? So cute for that price!

Nov 17th, 2006, 11:35 AM	#115
djgirl1976 OP handbag addict Joined: Oct 2006 Location: Ohio Posts: 568	Re: Great cheap bags... Yes, please do tell, if you think of it. As far as the Lulu bags, I am not sure that I have a pvc one, but I can say that I am fairly sure it would be very soft. The bags I have are more of a fabric, and one is kind of an "ultra suede". That being said, I think the brand is great for trends and I doubt you will be sorry! Oh, and thank you for your kind words!:) Glad to hear your new bag is a hit. I find it so funny that some of my cheapest bags gather compliments left and right. It is a little crazy, hugh? Wow...less than 10 bucks for that bag! A total steal!
	__________________ Sometimes shopping requires ninja skills. Last edited by djgirl1976; Nov 17th, 2006 at 11:38 AM.

Nov 17th, 2006, 12:20 PM	#116
tlloveshim <3 my puppy! Joined: Mar 2006 Location: The Great Plains Posts: 8,600	Re: Great cheap bags... Bloomingdales.com - BCBG Max Azria Tooled Front Shoulder Bag djgirl, I think this is the bag I was thinking of and it's not the steal that I thought it was unless I saw it somewhere else cheaper. I just can't recall now! When I handbag hunt I can never keep straight what I've seen! Sorry! And thanks for the info on Lulu! I'm giving it a try! I ordered a yellow tote for $17.90 and of course shipping at Nordies is only $5! I'll give a report when it gets here!

Nov 17th, 2006, 01:43 PM	#118
DeAnna Member Joined: May 2006 Location: Texas Posts: 222	Re: Great cheap bags... I love that first Sydney Love bag you posted! Such a great price!

Nov 17th, 2006, 02:27 PM	#119
passerby Member Joined: Feb 2006 Posts: 5,529	Re: Great cheap bags... DeAnna, I used to browse ebags a LOT, and was drawn to Sydney Love's bags mainly because of her dogs and cats collection. Thank goodness ebags doesn't ship overseas otherwise I'd end up ordering most of her dogs & cats bags. DesignsbyJamie Etsy :: SALE LAURE White purses
passerby Member Joined: Feb 2006 Posts: 5,529

Nov 17th, 2006, 02:48 PM	#120
djgirl1976 OP handbag addict Joined: Oct 2006 Location: Ohio Posts: 568	Re: Great cheap bags... Hey, I like this one... Sydney Love Colored Edge Half Moon > Manmade Handbags > Handbags - eBags and this one... JP Lizzy Diana Purse > Fabric Handbags > Handbags - eBags
	__________________ Sometimes shopping requires ninja skills. Last edited by djgirl1976; Nov 17th, 2006 at 02:52 PM.

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