2017 resolution - shopping my own bag and wallet collection. Any one else?
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THANKS for all the input here and in the other thread I started!! It's reeeeaaallly helpful. I love you ladies!!! 
My heart isn't into this bag buying project. That's the main issue.
I was planing on taking my LV LM II BB as my crossbody. It's a turnlock flap but I was just going to "deal with it" and be super careful. So I thought I needed something a little larger to carry when I want to lug more. But yea, lightweight and easy to use need to stay top of mind.
Back to the drawing board. Traveling is so much easier when you aren't walking a country mile doing touristy stuff and worrying about pickpockets.
LOL!
My heart isn't into this bag buying project. That's the main issue.
I was planing on taking my LV LM II BB as my crossbody. It's a turnlock flap but I was just going to "deal with it" and be super careful. So I thought I needed something a little larger to carry when I want to lug more. But yea, lightweight and easy to use need to stay top of mind.
Back to the drawing board. Traveling is so much easier when you aren't walking a country mile doing touristy stuff and worrying about pickpockets.
LOL!
[emoji15] omg you must have an amazing collection to overflow that much!!
Have you ever done a group pic?
Or a list? Haha.
@Sparkletastic I am obviously biased on your question. I just traveled with my MJ hobo to Colorado, and found it to be a great travel bag. Although it is now sold out on the Nordstrom website it is listed as weighing 2.1 lbs, and I think this is accurate. Other than my LC Le Pliage's, it's probably one of my lighter bags.
It has a fairly large zippered pocket inside, and 2 slip pockets. My phone is also my only camera, and I had no trouble leaving my phone in one of the slip pockets and getting in and out of the bag. I like the zipper closure for security and in your photo you can see a small snap flap that if undone makes the opening even wider. I find I only have to unsnap this if I carry files to work.
My disclaimers:
I like to travel with a fairly large bag. I have a big sunnies case and will carry DH's sunnies too. I like to be able to fit a sweater, cosmetic bag and water bottle in my bag, along with my other essentials even when walking. On the plane, it had my snacks in it too! [emoji896] If I had any neck or shoulder issues I realize that this wouldn't work.
Although I am petite, I have fairly broad shoulders, and had no problem keeping this bag on my shoulder. I read on another thread that someone had trouble keeping this bag on their shoulder. Something to consider.
I usually am not much of a crossbody bag person, so I am probably in the minority on not using a crossbody for travel.
On this trip I also took my fuchsia Le Pliage to coordinate with some other outfits. I could have easily just brought the MJ though, as this was a very casual trip.
On a trip to Las Vegas I brought my MJ hobo and my H Evelyn TPM (crossbody, [emoji6]) as I needed a smaller bag too.
I am not at all trying to talk you into getting this bag, as I would feel very badly if you bought it and it didn't work for you. I also don't want others to think that I was upset that they didn't think that this was a good bag for travel; I just wanted to give my point of view. [emoji3] I appreciate the sharing of reviews and opinions on this thread!
It has a fairly large zippered pocket inside, and 2 slip pockets. My phone is also my only camera, and I had no trouble leaving my phone in one of the slip pockets and getting in and out of the bag. I like the zipper closure for security and in your photo you can see a small snap flap that if undone makes the opening even wider. I find I only have to unsnap this if I carry files to work.
My disclaimers:
I like to travel with a fairly large bag. I have a big sunnies case and will carry DH's sunnies too. I like to be able to fit a sweater, cosmetic bag and water bottle in my bag, along with my other essentials even when walking. On the plane, it had my snacks in it too! [emoji896] If I had any neck or shoulder issues I realize that this wouldn't work.
Although I am petite, I have fairly broad shoulders, and had no problem keeping this bag on my shoulder. I read on another thread that someone had trouble keeping this bag on their shoulder. Something to consider.
I usually am not much of a crossbody bag person, so I am probably in the minority on not using a crossbody for travel.
On this trip I also took my fuchsia Le Pliage to coordinate with some other outfits. I could have easily just brought the MJ though, as this was a very casual trip.
On a trip to Las Vegas I brought my MJ hobo and my H Evelyn TPM (crossbody, [emoji6]) as I needed a smaller bag too.
I am not at all trying to talk you into getting this bag, as I would feel very badly if you bought it and it didn't work for you. I also don't want others to think that I was upset that they didn't think that this was a good bag for travel; I just wanted to give my point of view. [emoji3] I appreciate the sharing of reviews and opinions on this thread!
I don't and that's a problem. Getting bags out for color weeks has definitely opened my mind. How dumb is it to have bags you forgot you even had. I started today and took out 8 bags that I am going to get rid of some way.
Ooh, have fun organizing! Finding things we forgot about is kinda fun.
A bit embarrassing but fun.
Exactly! I've rearranged things so I can see what i have better. Took 8 bags and moved them into a spare bedroom closer until I think of a plan to be rid of them. First, I'm going back through them all again because I know there's at least 1 or 2 more I can let go.
Can i just comment on them from my own, very personal point of view, and you will see if it serves you as a second side view?Preparing for DD's graduation trip - I realized I don't have a secure, neutral colored zip top handbag to carry as we do the touristy things DD wants to do since this will only be her first or second time in some of the cities.
Buying an unplanned bag is never the best option. And I'm constrained by requirements that cut out a number of bags I really love. So, I'm torn. Do I buy something super cheap so I don't "waste" money - all the while knowing I may never wear it again? Or do I spend more on a bag I like but wouldn't have bought under other circumstances.
Here are the contenders from less to more expensive. I was going for a tote but was inspired by @ksuromax 's gorgeous Paris photo and and also looked at hobos.
Give me your thoughts. My BFF, DD, and I have violently different opinions on these bags and voted for different ones. Help break the tie! LOL! And "none of the above" is a valid vote too!
1) Lipault Nylon Tote (@vink - thanks for the lead on this! It's practical & fits all my criteria but I don't like Longchamps and this kinda looks like one)
View attachment 3689695 2) Leathario Leather tote (uninspiring, yawn)
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3) Vincenzo Hobo (this is pretty big @17" wide)
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4) Marc Jacobs Hobo (inspired by @Mimmy)
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5) Dior Hobo (the only preloved option)View attachment 3689693
1 - too plain and very thin handles, which possibly will dig into your shoulder
2 - indeed, uninspiring, besides, from this photo it looks like thin based, which means it won't fit much....
3 - lovely shape, but can become unliftable if loaded fully, i have a similar model from BV, it's a bottomless pit....
4 - nice, but small, imho, opening will not allow you to load it with bigger items, e.g. camera, (mine all are huge, at least)
5 - nice look, not good for travels - handle will dig in
if you now open for hobos, then i vote with both thumbs up for a Balenciaga Day!
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After posting my first i have found the rest of our gand saying exactly the same things, so i am not aloneTHANKS for all the input here and in the other thread I started!! It's reeeeaaallly helpful. I love you ladies!!!
My heart isn't into this bag buying project. That's the main issue.
I was planing on taking my LV LM II BB as my crossbody. It's a turnlock flap but I was just going to "deal with it" and be super careful. So I thought I needed something a little larger to carry when I want to lug more. But yea, lightweight and easy to use need to stay top of mind.
Back to the drawing board. Traveling is so much easier when you aren't walking a country mile doing touristy stuff and worrying about pickpockets.
Re light and 'lug more', why don't you get a backpack???
It will fit all. Just all.
It's light
it can be packed flat, or used during travel as cabin bag
it's washable (i am talking about normal cloth sports ones)
It will spread the load evenly between both shoulders, so no back pain in the end
it has (usually) tons of compartments and pockes
it will leave your hands free
and then you are free to choose any smaller bag for your GIRLIE needs....
Spark,Preparing for DD's graduation trip - I realized I don't have a secure, neutral colored zip top handbag to carry as we do the touristy things DD wants to do since this will only be her first or second time in some of the cities.
Buying an unplanned bag is never the best option. And I'm constrained by requirements that cut out a number of bags I really love. So, I'm torn. Do I buy something super cheap so I don't "waste" money - all the while knowing I may never wear it again? Or do I spend more on a bag I like but wouldn't have bought under other circumstances.
Here are the contenders from less to more expensive. I was going for a tote but was inspired by @ksuromax 's gorgeous Paris photo and and also looked at hobos.
Give me your thoughts. My BFF, DD, and I have violently different opinions on these bags and voted for different ones. Help break the tie! LOL! And "none of the above" is a valid vote too!
1) Lipault Nylon Tote (@vink - thanks for the lead on this! It's practical & fits all my criteria but I don't like Longchamps and this kinda looks like one)
View attachment 3689695 2) Leathario Leather tote (uninspiring, yawn)
View attachment 3689694
3) Vincenzo Hobo (this is pretty big @17" wide)
View attachment 3689691 View attachment 3689692
4) Marc Jacobs Hobo (inspired by @Mimmy)
View attachment 3689690
5) Dior Hobo (the only preloved option)View attachment 3689693
I don't like any of them honestly. If you must pick one then go with the Dior. At least its premiere. What about your Chanel tote? Its high quality and would work well
Preparing for DD's graduation trip - I realized I don't have a secure, neutral colored zip top handbag to carry as we do the touristy things DD wants to do since this will only be her first or second time in some of the cities.
Buying an unplanned bag is never the best option. And I'm constrained by requirements that cut out a number of bags I really love. So, I'm torn. Do I buy something super cheap so I don't "waste" money - all the while knowing I may never wear it again? Or do I spend more on a bag I like but wouldn't have bought under other circumstances.
Here are the contenders from less to more expensive. I was going for a tote but was inspired by @ksuromax 's gorgeous Paris photo and and also looked at hobos.
Give me your thoughts. My BFF, DD, and I have violently different opinions on these bags and voted for different ones. Help break the tie! LOL! And "none of the above" is a valid vote too!
1) Lipault Nylon Tote (@vink - thanks for the lead on this! It's practical & fits all my criteria but I don't like Longchamps and this kinda looks like one)
View attachment 3689695 2) Leathario Leather tote (uninspiring, yawn)
View attachment 3689694
3) Vincenzo Hobo (this is pretty big @17" wide)
View attachment 3689691 View attachment 3689692
4) Marc Jacobs Hobo (inspired by @Mimmy)
View attachment 3689690
5) Dior Hobo (the only preloved option)View attachment 3689693
...and my eyes go straight for the Dior. However, I think Dioritus will kick in and you'll start to look after it and not want to chuck it around etc (that's what would happen to me). You need a bullet-proof bag.
I know you don't like Lonchamp LPs but there is a reason they're so popular. For traveling light, knocking about with and price they are hard to beat. I used to hate them on sight but that's prob because they were waaaay too popular in London and Paris. DH hates them too but I may be coming round because I often need a very strong, waterproof, zip-top bag to carry more precious bags in.
I think you're on the right track with a lightweight dark tote that zips.
Or what about a pre-loved blk-on-blk Chanel shopping tote for @Sparkletastic ?
I often carry a back-pack when I'm going to the gym/dance class or in Scotland. Whilst great for getting to and from destinations and activities like hill walking, they are otherwise a total nuisance to get things on the go because you have to keep taking them off and putting them on. Public transport is a nightmare with them and they are pretty antisocial unless you're really careful.
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