What was the first ever 'named' bag that you bought for yourself?

Halzer · May 15th, 2007, 10:46 AM

Ok..

So what was the first ever 'named' bag that you bought for yourself, and do you still have it?

My first bag I bought was a Betsey Johnson. I loved the colour and all the details on it, but the next day I looked at myself holding it and realised the style wasnt me at all. I eBay-ed it the next day.

ladysalesrep195 · May 15th, 2007, 11:40 AM

I think the first real designer bag I ever purchased was by Betsey Johnson, her Paperdoll laced up tote. I bought it for $60.00 on eBay and thought I had made such a steal.

I now only carry this tote to the Y on rainy days but still chuckle to myself at how I thought this designer at one time, hung the moon.

Funny how our tastes change over time.

handbagsrock · May 15th, 2007, 12:47 PM

My first bag over $100 was Dooney & Bourke.

My first high-end designer bag was Louis Vuitton.

dmitchell15 · May 15th, 2007, 12:57 PM

A dooney and bourke and yes, I still have the bag. My first high end was a burberry then on to a lV. Now I want a chanel...(sigh)

ibis42 · May 15th, 2007, 01:02 PM

I thought Coach and Dooney was high end, until I met Marc Jacobs. My first designer bag was the Marc Jacobs Stella. I used her very gently for about a year and sold her for a profit. I guess the color I had was hard to find.

tigger98 · May 15th, 2007, 01:19 PM

Mine was a Mulberry Bayswater 3 years ago...

Sez · May 15th, 2007, 01:29 PM

Mine was Paul Smith...I don't know what it's called, I got it a little over 3 years ago, and it's black leather with neatly arranged blobs of paint in lots of different colours on it...anybody know the range?? Until then I had never dreamed of spending so much on a bag (£300) but I fell in

and just had to have it. I still have it now, and I still love it

pursegrl12 · May 15th, 2007, 01:31 PM

yeah it was coach for me too, then i joined the TPF & i went crazy with Kooba, Bulga, LV, Gerard darel & Isabella Fiore!!!!!!

carrie13 · May 15th, 2007, 01:43 PM

My first was a Coach black leather demi which I used for a little while and then gave to my cousin because it was too small. First high-end designer was a LV pochette - which I sold because it was too small.

luxurygal84 · May 15th, 2007, 02:40 PM

Coach...signature tote..freshman year of college...it's now in the basement with my term papers from that year( I still care...it's in the original dust bag, though)!!!

Stophle · May 15th, 2007, 02:53 PM

It depends on what you consider "designer". To me, Coach is a designer brand too. So my first would be my Coach signature Soho Flap with chocolate brown suede flap and bottom, with brass accents. If you don't consider Coach as designer, then I guess my first non Coach bag would be my Chanel Cambon Large Tote in black with black patent CC's. I just got it a couple months ago, since joining this forum. *is has not been a good influence on me.* *L*

MissM · May 15th, 2007, 03:01 PM

Mine was the Chocolat Bayswater.. I loved and used her for a year, but realized the handles wasn't robust enough for my use - and sold her of, to buy an Ayler instead.

Still have and adore the Ayler - and a few other Mulberry's and Miu Miu's but my passion these days is Balenciaga Bags..

Cat_uk · May 15th, 2007, 03:15 PM

Mine was a Louis vuitton Large ellipse, I came into some money and wanted a large bag so just went for it. I still love it but haven't used it for a while.

lenabean · May 15th, 2007, 03:22 PM

My first was an isabella fiore from about 2 years ago and I still love it to this day!

Ali-bagpuss · May 15th, 2007, 03:29 PM

My first was a Burberry Bag and I still have it although I haven't used if for years - its still my husband's favourite.

May 15th, 2007, 12:47 PM	#3
handbagsrock Member	Re: What was the first ever 'named' bag that you bought for yourself? My first bag over $100 was Dooney & Bourke. My first high-end designer bag was Louis Vuitton. __________________ Don't Buy Fakes!!!!!!!!!

May 15th, 2007, 12:57 PM	#4
dmitchell15 Member	Re: What was the first ever 'named' bag that you bought for yourself? A dooney and bourke and yes, I still have the bag. My first high end was a burberry then on to a lV. Now I want a chanel...(sigh) __________________ A woman's mind is as complex as the contents of her handbag; even when you get to the bottom of it, there is Always something at the bottom to surprise you! ~~~ Bill Connelly I love my handbags...

May 15th, 2007, 01:02 PM	#5
ibis42 consumer Location: Bay Area California	Re: What was the first ever 'named' bag that you bought for yourself? I thought Coach and Dooney was high end, until I met Marc Jacobs. My first designer bag was the Marc Jacobs Stella. I used her very gently for about a year and sold her for a profit. I guess the color I had was hard to find. __________________ Wish List: Balenciaga 2005 Day Caramel

May 15th, 2007, 01:19 PM	#6
tigger98 Member Location: London, United Kingdom	Re: What was the first ever 'named' bag that you bought for yourself? Mine was a Mulberry Bayswater 3 years ago...

May 15th, 2007, 01:29 PM	#7
Sez Bag lady Location: London	Re: What was the first ever 'named' bag that you bought for yourself? Mine was Paul Smith...I don't know what it's called, I got it a little over 3 years ago, and it's black leather with neatly arranged blobs of paint in lots of different colours on it...anybody know the range?? Until then I had never dreamed of spending so much on a bag (£300) but I fell in and just had to have it. I still have it now, and I still love it

May 15th, 2007, 01:31 PM	#8
pursegrl12 Member	Re: What was the first ever 'named' bag that you bought for yourself? yeah it was coach for me too, then i joined the TPF & i went crazy with Kooba, Bulga, LV, Gerard darel & Isabella Fiore!!!!!! __________________ MA in Saddle ~Got It! MA in Black Basketweave~Got It! Steady in Cream/Jade~Got It! MA in Navy Luxe~Got It! GO PHILLIES!!! WORLD SERIES CHAMPS 2008!!!

May 15th, 2007, 01:43 PM	#9
carrie13 Member	Re: What was the first ever 'named' bag that you bought for yourself? My first was a Coach black leather demi which I used for a little while and then gave to my cousin because it was too small. First high-end designer was a LV pochette - which I sold because it was too small. __________________ Current Wishlist: LV Amarante Inclusion Bracelet LV Mono Speedy 30 LV Damier Cles LV Bandeaus - Etoile and Black MC "You must be the change you wish to see in the world." - Mahatma Gandhi

May 15th, 2007, 02:40 PM	#10
luxurygal84 Purse Huntin' Location: ThE WidE BluE YondeR	Re: What was the first ever 'named' bag that you bought for yourself? Coach...signature tote..freshman year of college...it's now in the basement with my term papers from that year( I still care...it's in the original dust bag, though)!!!

May 15th, 2007, 02:53 PM	#11
Stophle Loyal Browncoat Location: Texas	Re: What was the first ever 'named' bag that you bought for yourself? It depends on what you consider "designer". To me, Coach is a designer brand too. So my first would be my Coach signature Soho Flap with chocolate brown suede flap and bottom, with brass accents. If you don't consider Coach as designer, then I guess my first non Coach bag would be my Chanel Cambon Large Tote in black with black patent CC's. I just got it a couple months ago, since joining this forum. is has not been a good influence on me. L __________________ Wishlist: Fendi Spy (Got it in Cognac, Cherry Corded, and Petrol!!), Chanel Jumbo Flap in Black Caviar w/silver hw, Chanel icon pearls, Chanel black PNY wallet, Chanel Black Caviar GST w/silver hw, Bottega Venetta knot clutch and large Veneta (Got a Ferro Sloane finally!) White Prada Fairy Bag

May 15th, 2007, 03:01 PM	#12
MissM Member	Re: What was the first ever 'named' bag that you bought for yourself? Mine was the Chocolat Bayswater.. I loved and used her for a year, but realized the handles wasn't robust enough for my use - and sold her of, to buy an Ayler instead. Still have and adore the Ayler - and a few other Mulberry's and Miu Miu's but my passion these days is Balenciaga Bags.. __________________ I Balenciaga ..Wishlist: - Black Oval (The search is over ) - Louboutin Prive - Louboutin - Lady Gres - Louboutin - Madeline Platform Slides

May 15th, 2007, 03:15 PM	#13
Cat_uk Member Location: Uk	Re: What was the first ever 'named' bag that you bought for yourself? Mine was a Louis vuitton Large ellipse, I came into some money and wanted a large bag so just went for it. I still love it but haven't used it for a while.

May 15th, 2007, 03:22 PM	#14
lenabean Member	Re: What was the first ever 'named' bag that you bought for yourself? My first was an isabella fiore from about 2 years ago and I still love it to this day!

May 15th, 2007, 03:29 PM	#15
Ali-bagpuss Certified Bag Addict Location: South Coast, England	Re: What was the first ever 'named' bag that you bought for yourself? My first was a Burberry Bag and I still have it although I haven't used if for years - its still my husband's favourite.