Small Loewe Puzzle Bag

I am thinking about getting the Loewe Puzzle Bag in size small. Would you please share the pros and cons? Is the shoulder strap adjustable? If not, then I won’t consider this bag as I am short.

No, I don’t *need* another bag, but thinking about getting it as a celebration for a career milestone.

I am trying to shop mindfully. My child who is only a toddler loves my bags. She likes to pick out my outfits and bags. Sometimes I tell myself - ok, my bags aren’t investments in a financial sense, but my child can take my collection when she’s older :lol:.
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Collection post!

Here is my current collection. Any recommendations on what to add next?

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LV Montaigne MM, LV Pochette Metis in Noir, Louboutin Cabata Large, Hermes Evelyn, LV Speedy B 30 in Damier Ebene, LV Favorite PM in monogram, LV Pochette Felicie in Damier Azur, Gucci Marmont (small I think?), Chanel WOC x 2 (one black, one red, both in caviar), Chanel Reissue Hybrid Jumbo in Lambskin.

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Advice on choices

Which one?

  • Favorite in Dove Bicolor

    Votes: 7 38.9%
  • Easy pouch on strap cream or turtledove

    Votes: 5 27.8%
  • Felicie in bicolor dove

    Votes: 0 0.0%
  • Bagatelle in bicolor dove

    Votes: 0 0.0%
  • Multi Pochette

    Votes: 6 33.3%

I’m replacing my damier ebene favorite PM. I’d like something small to carry essentials, a weekend kind of bag (or anytime lol). Prefer leather. Anyone who has these could you say what you like/don’t like about them? Thanks!!

My first Chanel bag may be one worth a small down-payment. Advice needed.

I've recently accomplished a big milestone in my life and am looking to get my first Chanel. I really love the classic flap and instead of going with a neutral or black, I want to buy something that's really eye-catching and intricate (yes, I'm willing to pony the extra $$$$$$).
I would one day like to have a small collection of these art pieces.
My heart is set on this beauty and FYI, it will not be an 'every day' bag for obvious reasons.

I would appreciate any input from those who have similar styles (or this style itself) or Chanel sequin bag owners, regarding quality issues and care.

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Halzan 31 v Evelyne PM

Hi everyone

I have an Evelyne PM that I don’t use as often as I might because I don’t love the open top or the vertical orientation. I am considering a Halzan 31. For those who own both, would I just be doubling up (I’m focused on suitability as a slim, lightweight everyday bag and not to acquire a collection of either bag)? I know these bags have been compared in the mini format here before; but I’m interested in how people find the capacity/functionality of the larger sizes.

Thanks in advance!

Which Tiffany T bracelet would stack best?

Happy Saturday!
I am trying to decide between 4 Tiffany bracelets to stack with my JUC small model.
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I will be at a Tiffany store at the end of next month, but just for fun I would really like to get feedback and hopefully stack photos as well!
Initially I was just going to look at the T1 ring, but I plan on trying on all the pieces I am interested in, including the lock (not in my budget right now)! I am going to try these 4 bracelets as well, as these are all pretty much within my budget at this time. However, I am getting my taxes done next week so that might make all 4 easily within budget or not, you never know will all the US tax laws changing all the time!
But what’s most important is what looks the nicest in a stack. I’m not trying to get the most expensive one, I want one that looks like it stacks well.
I have read all the posts about the top 2 being slightly misshapen after time and I am ok with that, not a terrible dealbreaker, but it does make me kinda lean towards the T1 narrow.
Would love to hear your thoughts and see your bracelets :)

What is your fav bag that can be carried open?

I recently down sized. After carrying NF GM/MM for a decade I have successfully moved into Noe BB! Yay! I love the smaller bag and have been considering adding an Alma or PM. However not sure I can do without the option to carry the bag open and throw a book, bottle, scarf or light jacket on top. What other bag options work well open?

Thanks!!!

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My new to me mini!

I’ve wanted this exact bag since it came out in 2017!!! I was able to find this one in brand new condition with the protective stickers still on!! I’m so in love! This is my first mini I never thought they held enough for me but as I get older, I carry less and less so it’s the perfect size now! It’s from 17S and is such a gorgeous blue!

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Top handle flap bag with main zip compartment - recommendations for alternative to Celine belt bag

I would be grateful for recommendations :-)

I have been looking for an alternative to the Celine belt bag for a while but haven’t found many options which include the following:

flap
main zip compartment (essential for me as I would like to use the bag for city trips)
top handle
crossbody strap

Massaccesi Zhoe might fit the bill (top handle can be added) but I don’t want to wait several months until a bag is produced. https://shop.marcomassaccesi.it/home/3544-zhoe-nappa-hot-pink.html

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The only alternative I found is a small French brand Ateliers Auguste: https://ateliers-auguste.fr/en/coll...s/sac-a-main-marly-gold-edition-cuir-box-noir

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I am flexible regarding size, color and price but would like to stay below $3000 if possible.
For those wondering why not Celine: I am not a fan of the leather they use on the belt bags.

Any recommendations would be highly appreciated :heart: thank you!

Advice needed

Hi Everyone, I am in need of advice. I recently received a 2020 Chanel Lambskin Classic flap, black with silver hardware, with dust bag, authenticity card, and box and booklet from a reputable reseller. I believe I got it for a decent price (6789). However, (11 days later and outside of the return window) I just realized there is no serial sticker intact although the site has clear picture it was intact. I have not used the bag yet. In addition there were a few scratches that weren’t evident on the website’s images which I already made peace with. What would you all do? Leave it as is and enjoy (I’ll confirm authenticity with a third party authenticator) or circle around to the seller to address the concern? Thank you!

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Which color to buy

Which Color To Buy?

  • Black with gold hardware

    Votes: 4 36.4%
  • Tourterelle with silver hardware

    Votes: 7 63.6%

I am decided to buy one of the bags in my wishlist - moynat gabrielle in pm size.

I’m choosing between these 2 colors - black with gold hardware and tourterelle with silver hardware. I don’t have a bag in tourterelle color yet. My only black bag is the givenchy antigona which has a totally different vibe.

Kindly vote which color I must get. I have lots of black clothes. Many of my clothes are in neutral colors. I’m an asian with yellow skin tone. TIA!

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Butterfly MOP BTF ring or Frivole Pave BTF ring?

I had planned to buy the butterfly mop BTF ring, and had actually already put a hold on one in my size, to pick up in a couple of weeks. However now I’m getting “cold feet” and debating whether I should get the frivole pave BTF ring instead? I do plan to wear this ring on a close-to-daily type basis (ie not just special occasions) and I’m not certain if the pave version is too much for such use, or if it’s more of a special occasion piece? Any thought would be helpful!

Designer bag collection - to curate or not?

I’ve tried so hard to curate my bags and keep then at 10 - 12 but I always fail..lol..I feel like giving up and just settle on 20 bags as my maximum limit. I currently have 18 in my collection, 3 of which are just added in 2023. Here’s the most recent pic of my collection:
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The bags grouped by designers follow:

Louis Vuitton
1. Alma BB DE
2. Alma BB epi indigo
3. Alma PM noir
4. Speedy 30 bandouliere
5. Neonoe BB indigo safran

Chanel
6. Coco handle small
7. Le boy medium
8. Medallion tote

YSL
9. Puffer bag small
10. Envelope bag small
11. Mini lou camera bag

Loewe
12. Mini puzzle bag
13. Rafia basket bag

Marc Jacobs
14. Tote bag small (leather)
15. Tote bag large (canvas)

Others
16. Gucci ophidia small shoulder bag
17. Lady Dior medium - caviar
18. Coach charlie backpack

Wishlist
19. Chanel reissue 226
20. Hermes garden party 30

A part of me wants to cull my collection and downsize them just to 10 but at the same time, I rationalise having all 18 of them because I use them for different purposes. Granted my Speedy 30 and Alma PM are on the backburner now but I don’t want to lose the “big bags” because I usually use them during winter. I might sell the Loewe rafia soon as I only used it less than 5 times.

If you were to curate my collection, what are the 10 bags that you will keep? Thanks so much for your inputs, lovelies! ❤️
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