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

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papertiger said:
I forgot an important (to me) black bag (worn today with Gucci cap)

This is my black box sellier Kelly 32. I wanted Handel's 'Where'er You Walk' in the background as a little joke but it's not discernible (I promise it's there).

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This is a magnificent bag, papertiger! I also love it with the adorable hat... :amuse:
 
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QuelleFromage said:
Back from traveling and a truly, truly exhausting couple weeks. Just traded (yes!) a bag for a new black bag, so will post most of the black collection tomorrow when it arrives. I am finally feeling "complete" on blacks, which has always felt weirdly lacking to me.





Where are you located @kemi? There are about six colors of Evelyne PM on the US website right now including a stunning Bordeaux. UK had a Gris Mouette this am but, although I can still see it, it doesn't seem to be available for purchase. The Evie IS a great bag....if I were not downsizing I'd buy that Bordeaux in a heartbeat.
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Can't wait to see your black collection!
I am dreaming of a Bordeaux Bolide or Garden Party. :heart:
 
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QuelleFromage said:
Back from traveling and a truly, truly exhausting couple weeks. Just traded (yes!) a bag for a new black bag, so will post most of the black collection tomorrow when it arrives. I am finally feeling "complete" on blacks, which has always felt weirdly lacking to me.





Where are you located @kemi? There are about six colors of Evelyne PM on the US website right now including a stunning Bordeaux. UK had a Gris Mouette this am but, although I can still see it, it doesn't seem to be available for purchase. The Evie IS a great bag....if I were not downsizing I'd buy that Bordeaux in a heartbeat.
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I'm back home in Nigeria right now. Thanks alot for the info! Just went to the UK site and its a blue zanzibar color thats displayed. It looks like a turquoise blue. I like a color like that as a clutch not in a bag that size, would feel so conspicuous carrying it, lol. Would tell my personal shopper that pieces are appearing on the site, she can reach out to her contacts again and see. Thanks again[emoji8]
 
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kemi said:
I'm back home in Nigeria right now. Thanks alot for the info! Just went to the UK site and its a blue zanzibar color thats displayed. It looks like a turquoise blue. I like a color like that as a clutch not in a bag that size, would feel so conspicuous carrying it, lol. Would tell my personal shopper that pieces are appearing on the site, she can reach out to her contacts again and see. Thanks again[emoji8]
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Good luck in your search!
 
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jennlt said:
Hello! I am joining in for black bag week! This is a good exercise for me because it is time for me to let go of my less used bags and seeing them all at once will help me decide which ones to pare from my collection.
My first picture is a Valentino Rockstud, a Coach Rogue with python trim, a Chloe Faye and A DVF mini bag.
The second picture is a Reissue w/gh, A Coach smooth leather Borough, an LV Speedy B 25 in epi leather, a so black Reissue and the love it or hate it Gabrielle! I have heard her called "fugly" in this thread but I think she is the hipper, edgier little sister of my reissues! It's love for me lol.
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I am a million posts late (trying to catch up with you all) but fwiw I like the Gabrielle!
 
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vink said:
I've been thinking about this stuff recently, too. I found that;

On brand:
I find myself prefer carrying smaller brands now. Not even a famous contemporary these days. Although I always prefer my less premiere brand for my day-to-day life, I see myself navigate toward them even more these days.

On material:
I'm having a bit of the "I think I should purge all my non-leather bags" phase the other day. I used to have this thought years ago, but I knew back then that having non-leather bags will keep my closet versatile.
I'm having that thought again now, but I'm also getting older. My lifestyle also changes a bit in details. My non-leather bags are still good and I know it'd take a lot of time and money to replace them, if I want them again, and I don't want to waste that. But I prefer my leathered ones more now. It used to be half-half, with a super soft spot for canvas. The scale is tipping toward leather more. I may change my mind again, but right now, it's definitely a change I'm keeping my eyes on.

On style:
Messenger bags used to be my favorite style and I used to despise handheld, but since my shoulders hurt badly last year, I find myself prefer handheld and loving it more everyday. I put my messenger bags on lately and it's not as comfortable as it used to be. Even with the satchel, I used to prefer the straps, but now, I use strap just when I'm in a rush. I prefer to grab it by the handles and a handheld tote is becoming a favorite. I don't think I'll get rid of all of my messenger bags, but I'm definitely considering retiring some of them that are too big to be comfortable now.

On size:
I prefer my smaller bags now and won't go any bigger than my Bally Wide Horn. That's why I'm letting many bags go and finding them a new home.

On Criteria:
I used to pick bags based on style, material, then size. Now, size is number one.
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This topic is so relevant to me right now as I am relooking at my collection with an international move in mind.

Here in Canada. I walk most of the time in an urban, but spaced out city. Crossbody bags are my go to, layered over jackets and coats. My second love is for hand held bags, which is also great for my lifestyle. I haven't really got a preference for open top or zipper bags.

Moving to Singapore, I foresee that this will change. I will be taking crowded transportation to get around so open top bags are a no, and handheld bags are impractical. Also with thin clothing I'm not sure if I will like crossbody bags as much anymore as it may be too body emphasizing. So I may be shifting to carrying totes or convertible hobos a lot more.

My tastes have also reverted back to simple designs. I am actually happiest in my Fossils. Now that I know this, I think I am not really tempted by the high end brands anymore.

I am excited about our move to Singapore, but can I say how sad I feel about getting rid of my winter coats and boots? I purged the wool coats without too much regret but am staring at my four puffers, wondering how I can possibly choose from them when it took ages to find puffers that look flattering and keep warm. And then, how to say farewell to my leather riding boots? I can't! Thank goodness I am not a shoe person with twenty pairs of boots. And then my cashmere sweaters... I don't know what to do with my cashmere... I don't want to part with them but I'm not sure how to store them otherwise.

I can't help but confront my collecting self with questions. Why did I have to accumulate things when parting with them brings sorrow? What happens when you love and are attached to things but have to give them up? Is there a reverse Konmari method I can use to get through this?
 
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