2017 resolution - shopping my own bag and wallet collection. Any one else?

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Sparkletastic said:
My reds:

2016
(Clockwise from left)
• Chanel 10c red caviar classic single flap jumbo w/shw
• Prada Fuoco Saffiano Small Double Zip Tote w/ghw
• Gucci red leather small Soho chain shoulder bag w/ghw
• Can't recall the designer faux croc clutch w/wristlet & shwView attachment 3624251

2017
Only the Chanel and Prada remain...
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This picture represents my toughest edit from last year - selling my red Gucci. I loved the bag but it didn't broaden my wear options beyond what the Chanel and Prada do.

I suspect I'll add one or two more red bags down the road. Starting with something smaller - but not mini - that I could transition from day to evening. But for now, I'm thrilled with what I have.
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Your Chanel and Prada reds are beautiful! You kept the best red bags!

ElainePG said:
Yes, exactly! I'd say the two clothing-related items I'm very fussy about are bags and scarves. I don't need super-high-end other kinds of clothes, like tops, skirts, pants, and so on. (Except for winter sweaters, where I admit to a weakness for cashmere.) But I don't shop brand names, just look for good quality at a reasonable price. Things that will last if I take care of them, and won't fall apart in the washing machine, LOL. And my shoes are not really expensive, because I can't wear heels any more and it seems silly to spend big bucks on flats and sturdy walking shoes. I like nice jewelry, but at this point I'm not too interested in adding to my collection... I have plenty. Although I must admit that Hermes has come out with some beautiful new enameled bangles, and I might (might!!) try some on the next time I'm in San Francisco! :coolio:
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Cheers to cashmere from a gal who lives in a country where winter lasts about 7 months (the time I spend in the hockey rink driving my DS to practices and games), I'm living in cashmere sweaters all winter.

Annabel Lee said:
In other news, I broke my ban. I was going to wait to buy any wearables until the end of the month when I'm going on a major shopping trip, but I bought three expensive things this week.

I'd been looking for gray/neutral flats for MONTHS, and I got a Facebook ad showing me the perfect pair from Frye, so I ordered them. They arrive this week, and I hope they're what I need.

I live about two hours away from any major stores, but I had an appointment this weekend that brought me near an LV. I've had a gap in my wallet collection for something slim enough to fit in an evening clutch--I do not do well transferring items from my day bag to my evening bag and back. I did find the perfect card case, but I also bought a bag. it wasn't one of my gap items, but it is something I could use and haven't had.

I'm actually glad I'll have the card case (and potentially the flats) for my trip, but I probably could have waited on the bag.
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Congratulations on your goodies, even though you broke your ban it sounds like you made well thought out choices that addressed specific needs in your wardrobe.

tenKrat said:
I have one, and I love it! The hinge is easy to open/close. It's the medium width one. I like the weight of it, not light or heavy, just substantial. I haven't walked back into Hermes since I bought it for fear that I will spend money when I'm supposed to just browse. (Yeah, right.)

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this pattern is so pretty - congrats!
 
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msd_bags said:
Okay, I went on a quick trip to the post office just now to claim my scarves bought via ebay, bought preloved from Japan. Unfortunately, there were a lot of people there and I could not stay long. I have a meeting in 2 hours. I need to get lunch and the traffic going to the meeting venue is usually terrible. In short, I need to go back for them! I hope the post office will still be open after the meeting later. It is just around the block from my office but I will be coming from the traffic place.
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I hope you get your scarves soon. [emoji4]
 
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Annabel Lee said:
In other news, I broke my ban. I was going to wait to buy any wearables until the end of the month when I'm going on a major shopping trip, but I bought three expensive things this week.

I'd been looking for gray/neutral flats for MONTHS, and I got a Facebook ad showing me the perfect pair from Frye, so I ordered them. They arrive this week, and I hope they're what I need.

I live about two hours away from any major stores, but I had an appointment this weekend that brought me near an LV. I've had a gap in my wallet collection for something slim enough to fit in an evening clutch--I do not do well transferring items from my day bag to my evening bag and back. I did find the perfect card case, but I also bought a bag. it wasn't one of my gap items, but it is something I could use and haven't had.

I'm actually glad I'll have the card case (and potentially the flats) for my trip, but I probably could have waited on the bag.
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Please share pictures of what you bought.
 
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ElainePG said:
Oops... sorry! Didn't mean to be an enabler! :lol:
I agree, it would be fun to have a bangle and a matching scarf. But I think I'll look for a more "universal" bangle that could go with a lot of different outfits & scarves. I don't want to start a bangle collection! :panic: :panic: :panic:
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I've been very happy with my one extra-wide enamel 2 CDCs (same colour, 15 years apart) and new hinge bracelet. You are absolutely right get universal colours and wear the 'ell out of them!
 
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msd_bags said:
Okay, I went on a quick trip to the post office just now to claim my scarves bought via ebay, bought preloved from Japan. Unfortunately, there were a lot of people there and I could not stay long. I have a meeting in 2 hours. I need to get lunch and the traffic going to the meeting venue is usually terrible. In short, I need to go back for them! I hope the post office will still be open after the meeting later. It is just around the block from my office but I will be coming from the traffic place.
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Can't wait!
 
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Annabel Lee said:
Thank you!


Oh my goodness, these are some of my favorite bags ever--what a gorgeous array of reds! Has your collection changed much this year?


These are all beautiful. Your first picture is really striking--if you don't mind my asking, where was it taken?


Another fantastic collection of reds. This collection looks really versatile--you have a lot of styles covered here.


Good choices on both!



These are all just stunning. Great choices all the way around.


I think you kept the right ones.


For me, it would be a question of love as well as use. I'd keep the ones I loved most as a "just in case."



This is a beautiful bag! And I love the "modeling" shot your sister sent you!




Wow, papertiger, I have no words! These combinations are beautiful, and you're right that the different scarves really change the feel of the bag. It's amazng how versatile the bag is with different pairings. I've never been a scarf person, but I suddenly understand why others are.
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Hi yes it has changed a bit. I will take pic tonight and post.
 
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