Which bag shall I go for?

RL6161 · Oct 24th, 2007, 06:56 AM

Hello

I wondered if I could get some advice as to which handbag I should opt for. I have whittled my options down to three bags - the Miu Miu bow bag in black, the Smythson Nancy Bag in black or a Bottega Veneta bag that is the traditional hobo design but had sort of a studded effect to it (it was apparently featured in a magazine a while ago). Any advice would be much appreciated. Many thanks!

BagsRmyLife · Oct 24th, 2007, 10:30 AM

The Bottega Veneta! Classic bag you'll keep for years and years!

queenmab · Oct 24th, 2007, 10:46 AM

I agree that the Bottega Veneta is def going to be the most lasting style, but what other types of bags do you have in your collection? And what kind of look are you going for? What's your general style type?

RL6161 · Oct 24th, 2007, 11:03 AM

Thank you so much for your replies. At the moment I have a bronze Chloe bag (Paddington style but with a smaller padlock) and alot of Anya Hindmarch bags. I really would like something more classic that I will love and keep forever. The Bottega bag I am thinking of is called the Fortestsia (apologies for the spelling). It is a shoulder bag in the hobo style with sort of black detailing on it. I saw it in Harvey Nichols last week. I do love the Smythson nancy bag as well but am worried whether it is a little mature - although I am in my mid 30s I guess! Thank you so much for your advice - really is much appreciated.

Swanky Mama Of Three · Oct 24th, 2007, 11:05 AM

I need pictures, but based on no pics I say go for the Bottega!

momonthegooo! · Oct 24th, 2007, 11:13 AM

Although I am a huge fan of BV I love the Smythson as well. That's a pretty tough choice. I think that both are lasting styles although the studs on the Bottega may eventually go out of style. You might be safer with one of their more plain bags.

boxermom · Oct 24th, 2007, 09:16 PM

If Bottega Veneta is in the mix, I say always go with the BV.

Bitten · Oct 24th, 2007, 09:24 PM

Don't go the Smythson. It's uber over-priced. IMO Smythson needs to prove itself for a couple more seasons kwim?

I would like pictures, but Bottega Veneta is always classic, can't go wrong with BV.

purseinsanity · Oct 24th, 2007, 10:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Swanky Mama Of Three

I need pictures, but based on no pics I say go for the Bottega!

ITA

H_addict · Oct 25th, 2007, 12:16 PM

pursegrl12 · Oct 25th, 2007, 12:23 PM

Bottega,Bottega,Bottega!!!!

RL6161 · Oct 26th, 2007, 08:40 AM

Thank you so much for all your replies. I tried the Bottega bag yesterday and it is lovely. I just wonder if it is worth £850 though. The Miu Miu bow bag is a good buy for about £565. I have another bag to put into the equation as well - the Gucci Indy (saw a beautiful bronze one yesterday but it is £1800!!! Yikes). I have also seen a silver Moschino Cheap and Chic bag with bows on either side. Is everyone now ruling out the Smythson Nancy bag. It is quite a big bag but has a beautiful lining in purple silk. I just wonder if it is a bit of an older style though?!

VivaNYC · Oct 26th, 2007, 12:48 PM

Wow. I really do *adore* the Miu Miu bow bag AND the Smythson Nancy bag. Both beautiful! Although the Miu Miu bow bag is more functional and everyday but still cute (who can resist those bows!), I think Smythson is IT! So pretty, especially in white/cream

. Plus, I haven't seen too many people with the Smythson Nancy bag... soooo pretty.

Oct 24th, 2007, 06:56 AM	#1
RL6161 Member	Which bag shall I go for? Hello I wondered if I could get some advice as to which handbag I should opt for. I have whittled my options down to three bags - the Miu Miu bow bag in black, the Smythson Nancy Bag in black or a Bottega Veneta bag that is the traditional hobo design but had sort of a studded effect to it (it was apparently featured in a magazine a while ago). Any advice would be much appreciated. Many thanks!

Oct 24th, 2007, 10:30 AM	#2
BagsRmyLife Member Location: - NyC -	Re: Which bag shall I go for? The Bottega Veneta! Classic bag you'll keep for years and years!

Oct 24th, 2007, 10:46 AM	#3
queenmab Handbag Addicted Location: Gettin' Spooky	Re: Which bag shall I go for? I agree that the Bottega Veneta is def going to be the most lasting style, but what other types of bags do you have in your collection? And what kind of look are you going for? What's your general style type? __________________

Oct 24th, 2007, 11:03 AM	#4
RL6161 Member	Re: Which bag shall I go for? Thank you so much for your replies. At the moment I have a bronze Chloe bag (Paddington style but with a smaller padlock) and alot of Anya Hindmarch bags. I really would like something more classic that I will love and keep forever. The Bottega bag I am thinking of is called the Fortestsia (apologies for the spelling). It is a shoulder bag in the hobo style with sort of black detailing on it. I saw it in Harvey Nichols last week. I do love the Smythson nancy bag as well but am worried whether it is a little mature - although I am in my mid 30s I guess! Thank you so much for your advice - really is much appreciated.

Oct 24th, 2007, 11:05 AM	#5
Swanky Mama Of Three Location: Dallas Area	Re: Which bag shall I go for? I need pictures, but based on no pics I say go for the Bottega! __________________ Holy inappropriateness!!! - a la Bethenny

Oct 24th, 2007, 11:13 AM	#6
momonthegooo! Sofa King Banned	Re: Which bag shall I go for? Although I am a huge fan of BV I love the Smythson as well. That's a pretty tough choice. I think that both are lasting styles although the studs on the Bottega may eventually go out of style. You might be safer with one of their more plain bags.

Oct 24th, 2007, 09:16 PM	#7
boxermom Member Location: North Carolina	Re: Which bag shall I go for? If Bottega Veneta is in the mix, I say always go with the BV.

Oct 24th, 2007, 09:24 PM	#8
Bitten Chic, not cheap. Location: On campus.	Re: Which bag shall I go for? Don't go the Smythson. It's uber over-priced. IMO Smythson needs to prove itself for a couple more seasons kwim? I would like pictures, but Bottega Veneta is always classic, can't go wrong with BV. __________________ I appreciate fine things, but most of all, fine people.

Oct 25th, 2007, 12:16 PM	#10
H_addict H is for HOCKEY Location: ICE RINK	Re: Which bag shall I go for? BV __________________ *~~ Irene ~~*

Oct 25th, 2007, 12:23 PM	#11
pursegrl12 Member	Re: Which bag shall I go for? Bottega,Bottega,Bottega!!!! __________________ 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!!!

Oct 26th, 2007, 08:40 AM	#12
RL6161 Member	Re: Which bag shall I go for? Thank you so much for all your replies. I tried the Bottega bag yesterday and it is lovely. I just wonder if it is worth £850 though. The Miu Miu bow bag is a good buy for about £565. I have another bag to put into the equation as well - the Gucci Indy (saw a beautiful bronze one yesterday but it is £1800!!! Yikes). I have also seen a silver Moschino Cheap and Chic bag with bows on either side. Is everyone now ruling out the Smythson Nancy bag. It is quite a big bag but has a beautiful lining in purple silk. I just wonder if it is a bit of an older style though?!

Oct 26th, 2007, 12:48 PM	#13
VivaNYC Member	Re: Which bag shall I go for? Wow. I really do adore the Miu Miu bow bag AND the Smythson Nancy bag. Both beautiful! Although the Miu Miu bow bag is more functional and everyday but still cute (who can resist those bows!), I think Smythson is IT! So pretty, especially in white/cream . Plus, I haven't seen too many people with the Smythson Nancy bag... soooo pretty.