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Lol!
Cute bags. I gravitate towards satchel and black. I love black bags!
That stinks, but you didn't want one with defective hardware.
I guess once bitten twice shy. I really did like it a lot but I did not have the time to go over what was left with a fine tooth comb and no way would dh travel that far again if something was wrong with it again.
It really helps to get suggestions, frank opinions, experiences, reviews and pushback. I'm really struggling with this (In a good way I think) because being on this thread has taught me to buy only what I love and buy thoughtfully. So I'm resistant to getting anything that's "ok" and doing it in a rush.
I hate this feeling of not having what I need so I'm going to fill the last of my (not so interesting or fun to buy) gaps this year so I can be done with them even though that will put me over my goal. 
Thanks for the review! I was hoping you'd weigh in. I definitely need one largeish bag because the weather will vary over the 3 weeks / 7 cities from cool to warm and drizzly to clear. Some days I'll need to carry a wrap, umbrella, water, snack, etc. I love the simplicity of the MJ and think it could be a good carefree bag long term. And, I found a few new ones online.
Lightweight - yes!! But, no backpacks as handbags for me. Half the reason I'm getting a new bag (instead of using one I own) is for zip top security. Having a bag on my back would make me a nervous wreck. Plus my girlie style doesn't really work with backpacks as handbags.After posting my first i have found the rest of our gand saying exactly the same things, so i am not alone
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....
I'll be wearing sundresses and maxi dresses quite a bit, so a backpack would look out of place. I seriously thought about it. The main issue is it doesn't pack flat. The second issue is it has gold hw. To make packing simple, I'm only taking a very limited amount of white gold jewelry and I don't mix metals between bag and outfit.
I know they are well loved and very popular but, I really hate the look of Longchamps nylon totes. So, I can't make myself buy one. There has to be another option.
LOL! Getting a black Chanel tote is the true solution! But, <insert sheepish grin> um...that's the real reason I've been struggling so much with getting a bag now. I was actually considering this for my treat to me when I get to Europe. There are a few models available now that I love such as this:
And, I can get one cheaper in Europe. So I was going to Jedi mind trick myself lie to myself to "justify" full price - which everyone who has ever met me know I despise paying - by chanting continuously that it's on sale v the US. I remembered this and honestly, you were my inspiration for thoughtful preparation for this trip.
I think the crossbody + larger bag option is the best. My LV will be my crossbody. At some point I have to not be overly paranoid about theft. Plus I can use it without a strap as a clutch for dressy evenings in Monaco, etc. 
I think many of us have been there. LOL! When I started my overhaul I was pulling out bags that I not only forgot but wondered which of my multiple personalities bought that thing. LOL!
My taste was only in my mouth. LOL!Weird bags with pleats? What bags are those??? LOL! I'm envisioning you carrying bag wearing a pleated skirt.
I think you have a range of interesting, classy bags that are fairly conservative. No Moschino plastic floaty bags or studded patent leather clutches with flames printed on them. I am a sucker for colorful flap bags. But I realized I have to stop buying them because they aren't as practical as some other styles and I can rarely wear them to work.Q to all: do u have a soft spot for a particular color or style ?
I'm really weak when it comes to black tote. I've triplets now. Should I sell to eliminate redundancy? Or just keep all and do my best to stop buying more such bag?
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If not, sell the one you don't use as these are similar in style. Perhaps you can even put the proceeds towards another black tote with a different in style for variety.
I haven't had any hardware to chip yet. Is it somewhere noticeable? If it was on a lobster claw connector on the strap it would bother me. If it was on one of the bag's feet, I wouldn't care. I saw that you went to the store to exchange and it was crowded.
Congrats on your self control! It is hard sometimes. So good job.
Not really so much a style or color that I forgot about, I think it was more ....oh this is kind of cute. Then probably wore 1 or 2 times, then put away and forgot about. I need to love a bag, and lust after it for some time before I buy anything else. I am, and have been lusting over a Gucci bag. I have no store close to see it, try it on, see what fits in it and how it fits, so.....I'm going to continue lusting until I travel and can see it or until my lust for it just can't stand another day without it, and I'm not there yet. I want to clean house first anyway. Lol @ which personality bought it! I Can relate....oh, it's cute, let's buy it and never use it. There will be no more of that and that's a promise I made to myself.I think many of us have been there. LOL! When I started my overhaul I was pulling out bags that I not only forgot but wondered which of my multiple personalities bought that thing. LOL!
I have a list of my bags that is use for counting wear. Then, every year, I get rid of what I don't wear. Maybe that could help?
Did you find there were certain brands, styles or colors you are getting rid of? My first wave of "rejects" were a lot of tacky, gaudy bags. I'm ashamed to admit I owned some of them.
Weird bags with pleats? What bags are those??? LOL! I'm envisioning you carrying bag wearing a pleated skirt. [emoji38] I think you have a range of interesting, classy bags that are fairly conservative. No Moschino plastic floaty bags or studded patent leather clutches with flames printed on them.
DD's are hilarious. Mine either loves or despises my bags. She thinks my Celine is for old ladies who sit around and gossip, the turquoise Gucci is for grandmas retired in Florida, my Jimmy Choo hobo is busy / tacky / floppy and she won't even acknowledge the existence of the burgundy Gucci I just bought. [emoji38]
I am a sucker for colorful flap bags. But I realized I have to stop buying them because they aren't as practical as some other styles and I can rarely wear them to work.
I don't think buying multiples is ever an issue unless you don't wear them. When something works, why switch out into something that may not? And you picked a very wearable and useful style to love.
If you wear all of these totes then keep them.[emoji2] If not, sell the one you don't use as these are similar in style. Perhaps you can even put the proceeds towards another black tote with a different in style for variety.
