I'm wanting a 30 year old bag since I'll be 30.
Where's your favorite place to shop for vintage items.
Where's your favorite place to shop for vintage items.
2017 resolution - shopping my own bag and wallet collection. Any one else?
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I think it's great that you and your partner live your life and embrace all the joy and leave the shame out of the equation! Life is so short to do it otherwise.
You mean "vintage" or "pre-loved"? For both, I just check out my own local trusted source. Nothing special. I'm not big on vintage style unless it's antique furniture and decoration or jewelry. For that, I go through dealers.
My other bag from Cathy of iadoremybag on etsy. My only truly simple, unlined, raw edged bag that weighs nothing (350g/12oz). My first nude/blush bag! It is so neat how the color looks different in different light and I love that my organizer fits in and gives it such a sturdy base/eastwest shape. So scrumptious leather!!
It's Longchamp galore for my travel to Japan today. My Longchamp carryon only contains my thick jacket and neck pillow. Going home, this will likely be checked in as my 2nd pc. Btw, after the photo shoot I changed to my reddish fur ball charm.
We're already at the bus service now from the airport to Osaka city. Rented mobile router at the airport so now I'm able to post.
We're already at the bus service now from the airport to Osaka city. Rented mobile router at the airport so now I'm able to post.
Have fun! The weather there is fantastic now, I heard. [emoji6] And please , don't forget to post some photo in the traveling thread. [emoji4] Or just here. [emoji4]
I think it depends on what brand you are looking for and what you want to spend. Lots of online vintage H, LV and Chanel, others not so consistent.
Also, I have two orange bags. The first is more of a coral color. It's by Pilcro the Letterpress from Anthropologie, and it's a nice way to dress up a boring summer outfit.
The second is what got me hooked on upscale bags. My husband bought me this in Florence,and the leather is sheepskin. It's incredibly soft and luxe-feeling, and I'm happy every time I carry it. It's a great fall bag, which is perfect since I have dark brown boots and booties to match the leather. The suede is looking a little rough, so I think I'll send this to spa as soon as my Monceau comes back. I don't like having two bags at spa at once.
These are both lovely Summer (or even Autumn) bags
From the photos alone these look amazing, congratulations.
Can we have a link to this amazing designer?
My rule: I never, ever buy bigger or stretchier clothes. My clothes getting snug is a warning system. I can't stand being uncomfortable, so the tightness will make me lose the 5 lbs (or whatever) that crept on.
Also, here's a hint. If you're having cravings, try eating a low carb diet with at least 2 qts of water (preferably a gallon) per day for two weeks. Something like a Paleo diet or South Beach Phase I would do. That will cut sugar / carb cravings allowing you an easier path to getting back to the healthy eating program of your choice. I just stay on a modified Paleo approach so I don't have to diet, count calories or deal with cravings. Before I made the switch, I was always hungry, on some kind of diet and carried extra pounds. It was bad all around.
But back to bags. I carried my grey lamb Chanel and black Proenza Schouler Small Courier the past four days while I was out of town. The grey lamb worked wonderfully for my nicely dressed days, but I really should have taken my black YSL for the active days. The PS was too small for what I needed to do.
Now that I have other bags, I'm less and less enamored of the PS. I like it and plan to keep it. But since I finally learned how to buy appropriately, every new bag I add to my collection is an upgrade (quality, fit and style). So it casts older bags in a different light. I can see the evolution in my approach to bags based on when I purchased them.
Anyone else have that happening where older bags - while well loved - just aren't as much of a fit for you as you're newer bags?
Agree about clothes. I put weight on my middle first and my waist bands act as an early warning system of imminent danger. Can't bear it. I'll do the 5:2 diet, it works so fast and effortlessly, it also gives me lots of energy and reminds me to appreciate my food (and not be such a piggy). I can't afford to replace my wardrobe which is basically one size ( 42 Italian/38 French/6 US/10 UK, not one size fits all LOL) and some pieces I invested far too much (effort as well as money) to 'grow out of'.
Heavy, more casual bags like my ol' Chloe Paddy and Large Bay, MJ Venetia etc make think I was mad to buy as I think about them. When I carry them I'm actually impressed by the leather, workmanship and details so I should do a dressed down day each week and wear them anyway.
Sending warmth and spring vibes your way, poor people
it's not even Spring, it's almost Summer here, +28 deg C in the morning and +30...32 in daytime
wearing the same Daria hobo by Mulberry but today with zesty accents
Dark red and yellow, amazing
Bolide again yesterday but with Flamingo Party (below)
Sure!
https://www.etsy.com/shop/iADOREmyBAG
This bag is so luscious looking, like dark chocolate, in her shop right now. But no luxe leather lined bags in there right now, the one I was eyeing in nude leather sold, as well as the fur/nude combination bag. So I just keep watch on new bags as she adds them.
https://www.etsy.com/shop/iADOREmyBAG
This bag is so luscious looking, like dark chocolate, in her shop right now. But no luxe leather lined bags in there right now, the one I was eyeing in nude leather sold, as well as the fur/nude combination bag. So I just keep watch on new bags as she adds them.
She wrote in her 'about' section about her training experience:
"Years back, ! decided to start a 2-year-course ‘Leather Craft’, followed by another 2 years ‘Haute Couture Handbags’, given by one of the best teachers with years of experience with Delvaux.
Since, I have created dozens of handbags. Along the way, I gained a lot of experience; I’m constantly changing and exploring different techniques, leather, bag types and styles. I like considering and reviewing my last designs in order to evolve and improve. "
I definitely think her approach to design, making totally different kinds of styles depending on what leather she has found and what she dreams up would suit it best, makes keeping an eye on her shop interesting. And so far we are in early stages of a custom bag, and I haven't fallen for any swatch yet, but when we pick a leather, I can't wait to design the bag with her!
"Years back, ! decided to start a 2-year-course ‘Leather Craft’, followed by another 2 years ‘Haute Couture Handbags’, given by one of the best teachers with years of experience with Delvaux.
Since, I have created dozens of handbags. Along the way, I gained a lot of experience; I’m constantly changing and exploring different techniques, leather, bag types and styles. I like considering and reviewing my last designs in order to evolve and improve. "
I definitely think her approach to design, making totally different kinds of styles depending on what leather she has found and what she dreams up would suit it best, makes keeping an eye on her shop interesting. And so far we are in early stages of a custom bag, and I haven't fallen for any swatch yet, but when we pick a leather, I can't wait to design the bag with her!
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