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It’s kinda random but I really like the idea of a backpack.

I see lots of people with the Palm Springs mini, but I’m now seeing the full size backpack of it too.

Does anyone use a backpack here?

No I don’t, but I can appreciate the love for it; especially for travel with little kids in tow. I would go for the full size ones if I was ever inclined to get one. The MCM ones are nice
 
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I carry water most of the time, too. And it does add an enormous amount of weight.

I know some of this is the changing of the times (who needed to carry a cell phone charger before there were cell phones?), but I have to wonder if it’s also what happens when you get older. I live in an area with tons of college students, and I see lots of young women carrying small crossbody bags and tiny wristlets. How can they carry so little?

I often look at my bags and think, I can’t possibly need all this crap! But when I try to downsize, I get frustrated.

Anyone else who has tried to downsize? Did it work, or did you end up going back to your larger bags?
I rarely carry much these day. I used to carry quite a bit but now I enjoy the bag being a lot lighter. I used to carry a brush now I carry a comb. Used to carry a Lv four key holder now I shove the key in my tiny makeup pouch. Make up pouch has been down sized and down carries my keys, comb , lip gloss, gift cards, cough drops, two bandaids and 4 advil and a pen. Then my bag has a pair of readers and sunnies without the case as most of my bags have a slip pocket for these. I carry a small tumi wallet and my phone. Just try making things smaller item by item. My shoulder is very happy about the lighter weight. If I need to bring some heavier stuff I use a bigger bag but I make sure the bag itself is lighter. Hope this helps.
 
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I know this comes late, but is this the Prada you wanted to sell? This is a great bag and outfit, lovely to see the bag worn again! [emoji106]

Today's styling where I have a business meeting in the afternoon. Well actually, I was supposed to wear my old rose Gucci Sukey, all my stuff were there since last night. But at the last minute, I felt a blue bag would go better with my outfit. The shoes were also a last minute pick, I was supposed to go for a plain black platform pumps. Hence, shoe metal accent clashes a bit with the bag's brass(?) hardware. But I was already rushing!

My blue blazer is linen blend from Promod (love the color!), black pants from Mango, dark blue top from Mango and pointed sling back shoes from Anne Klein. I don't wear expensive shoes. My other AK pairs are quite comfy. I have on also my light blue H scarf worn as a belt (not so clear in the photo).
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I conditioned my Prada probably 2 months ago then stored it. Just took her out today, I'm not sure if I'm just imagining it but there is a nice luster to her now. I used Cadillac.
 
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It’s kinda random but I really like the idea of a backpack.

I see lots of people with the Palm Springs mini, but I’m now seeing the full size backpack of it too.

Does anyone use a backpack here?
I do! The one I actually use the most is my small leather DVF one. It is light weight closes well and still looks like a handbag. I also have the Orla Kiely one and the MBMJ leather biker backpack. The Mbmj one is stunning but I should have picked a color that went better with my wardrobe. It looks a bit heavy but when you put that one on your shoulder it is so comfortable. I need to start wearing that one soon. I actually had it ready to go to the consignment shop the other day but when I tried it on in front of the mirror I remembered why I bought it.
 
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I was wrong what ever sale there was is not up anymore. Sorry!

The other day when I peeked in the Mulberry subforum, I saw the info about the online sale in the US. The zipped bays was not on sale. The site serving my country has not yet gone on sale. On another note, this bag is sadly excluded from the current Selfridges sale. But the Milla is available. But I'm more or less decided on this Mulberry.
 
The other day when I peeked in the Mulberry subforum, I saw the info about the online sale in the US. The zipped bays was not on sale. The site serving my country has not yet gone on sale. On another note, this bag is sadly excluded from the current Selfridges sale. But the Milla is available. But I'm more or less decided on this Mulberry.
This is what kept happening to me when I was searching for my Mulberry. I would see a sale but it was never on the bag I wanted. You are smart because if the Milla is not love then getting it would be a waste of money.
 
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Thanks for the heads up! Saw it the other day, but you're right, the sale is on bright colors. But I think my priority now is the Mulberry zipped bays. I can't buy the 2 at the same time, need to save first! :smile:

I think I saw a zipped Bays on the sale preview for Mulberry! Hope you find a good price on it!

ETA: I guess the link didn’t have it anymore. I could’ve sworn I saw it.

I’ll let you know if I see it again. There’s usually a color of it on sale.
 
I do! The one I actually use the most is my small leather DVF one. It is light weight closes well and still looks like a handbag. I also have the Orla Kiely one and the MBMJ leather biker backpack. The Mbmj one is stunning but I should have picked a color that went better with my wardrobe. It looks a bit heavy but when you put that one on your shoulder it is so comfortable. I need to start wearing that one soon. I actually had it ready to go to the consignment shop the other day but when I tried it on in front of the mirror I remembered why I bought it.

I’m wondering if I’d use one enough. I can add it to my list to consider after the ban. They’re so casual chic!
 
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