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

[ElainePG]

Here's my bag and charm combo of the week.

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Great bag, and the Snoopy charm is adorable!

 

[msd_bags]

Thanks to everyone for their kind words of encouragement about my Bolide. I have admired papertiger's and Pessie's Bolide pics in this thread. I have admired this bag for years, in pictures, in reveals and in person. I stalked this bag in my boutique every time they brought one in. I had trouble choosing the right colour for me. I admired Black (lots of black bags in my collection already), I didn't like Gold with my skin tone, I didn't want Etoupe as I already had it in an Evelyne. Last year I looked at Bleu Nuit and Prunoir and couldn't decide - maybe I should just get Black? For the past month I have been looking at the online site and had saved screen shots of the Bolide in Bordeaux, Bleu Nuit and Etain. I hadn't seen Etain in real life. I was in a consignment shop on Thursday and looked at a gorgeous Hermes silver cuff. The price was almost what I would have expected for retail price so I left it behind. I thought maybe I'll just pop into my local boutique and see what inventory they have for silver cuffs. They didn't have what I was looking for in silver. I did, however, notice an Etain Bolide 31 and I just about jumped out of my skin, heart racing ... May I please try this bag?!? I tried it on, loved the colour and snapped a pic. While I was looking around my husband texted me. I said I was window shopping to which he replied 'do we need new windows?' ha ha. I sent him a pic that I had just taken (the lighting was poor). I texted that I had stalked this bag for years and they have it in the colour I have been looking for. Then I went home. After I got home, he texted 'then grab it, it's a tough find.' I nearly fainted. We were busy driving our kids to different activities that night so nothing could happen at the boutique. I thought about it all night, googled all kinds of pictures, looked through 'Ode to the bolide' thread again (which I've done many times before), contemplated how this bag would fit with my wardrobe, my existing bag collection and my lifestyle. Friday came and after I had finished all of my jobs, errands and regular tasks for the day I headed back to the boutique to pick up my bag!

Presenting, Ms. Etain Bolide 31 Taurillon Clémence GHW,
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Thanks for sharing in my excitement!

Love love love your Bolide!! It's one of the H bags that I would want to have one day. And your hubby is cute!

 

[tenKrat]

Thanks to everyone for their kind words of encouragement about my Bolide. I have admired papertiger's and Pessie's Bolide pics in this thread. I have admired this bag for years, in pictures, in reveals and in person. I stalked this bag in my boutique every time they brought one in. I had trouble choosing the right colour for me. I admired Black (lots of black bags in my collection already), I didn't like Gold with my skin tone, I didn't want Etoupe as I already had it in an Evelyne. Last year I looked at Bleu Nuit and Prunoir and couldn't decide - maybe I should just get Black? For the past month I have been looking at the online site and had saved screen shots of the Bolide in Bordeaux, Bleu Nuit and Etain. I hadn't seen Etain in real life. I was in a consignment shop on Thursday and looked at a gorgeous Hermes silver cuff. The price was almost what I would have expected for retail price so I left it behind. I thought maybe I'll just pop into my local boutique and see what inventory they have for silver cuffs. They didn't have what I was looking for in silver. I did, however, notice an Etain Bolide 31 and I just about jumped out of my skin, heart racing ... May I please try this bag?!? I tried it on, loved the colour and snapped a pic. While I was looking around my husband texted me. I said I was window shopping to which he replied 'do we need new windows?' ha ha. I sent him a pic that I had just taken (the lighting was poor). I texted that I had stalked this bag for years and they have it in the colour I have been looking for. Then I went home. After I got home, he texted 'then grab it, it's a tough find.' I nearly fainted. We were busy driving our kids to different activities that night so nothing could happen at the boutique. I thought about it all night, googled all kinds of pictures, looked through 'Ode to the bolide' thread again (which I've done many times before), contemplated how this bag would fit with my wardrobe, my existing bag collection and my lifestyle. Friday came and after I had finished all of my jobs, errands and regular tasks for the day I headed back to the boutique to pick up my bag!

Presenting, Ms. Etain Bolide 31 Taurillon Clémence GHW,
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Thanks for sharing in my excitement!

You have been so patient waiting for the right color, and it's beautiful! Much better than a black bag, for sure. Thanks for sharing your story.

 

[tenKrat]

Happy Belated Mother's Day to those who celebrate it!

Checking in. Nothing much new with me. I wore my PS silver bag yesterday with skinny jeans and a t-shirt from my Alma mater. Absolutely not my usual look but I needed to power shop so I got into battle gear. LOL! It was fun wearing the bag again. It's very convenient to wear crossbody which I "forgot". It definitely helped to continue to make me feel content with my silver bags. So thanks again, ladies.

I did a dry run for my packing as I've never held myself to just one carry on and a backpack for a 19 day trip.

Elation when it all fit with 25% of the room still remaining. Devastation when I checked and realized my much beloved suitcase no longer meets US and Intl size guidelines (how have I not been stopped carrying it before?)

So I bought a smaller suitcase.

I silently thanked my Daddy and pulled out every trick he had taught me on how to pack efficiently based on his time in the Navy. I rolled Items tightly, used packing cubes and compression packing envelopes, stuffed things inside each other like Russian nesting dolls, etc. to help make it all fit. Packing was complicated because we will always change into dressy wear for dinner and evening activities. It's also complicated because we'll start in Paris where it will be chilly and rainy and end in Rome which will be sunny and warm.

So, whew! I thought I'd share with you all that I managed to cram in a 20" x 14" x 9" (56 x 45 x 25) carryon. I flip flop from feeling over packed to under packed by the minute.

• Trench coat w/ detachable hood
• 2 pair skinny jeans
• 1 pair slacks
• Cashmere cardigan
• 3 casual sleeveless / short sleeve tops
• 2 dressy sleeveless tops
• 2 transitional day / evening long sleeve tops
• 2 sweaters
• 1 fitted tunic top for leggings / jeans
• 3 transitional day / evening maxi dresses
• 2 sundresses
• 1 dressy LBD
• 1 clubby dress
• 1 black transitional day/evening jumpsuit
• 1 light wrap
• 3 pair socks
• 2 pr leggings - for super casual days, pjs, under maxi dresses if it's cold, etc
• 2 pj tops
• 1 pair tights
• 3 convertible bras
• 7 pair underwear
• Ankle booties
• Strappy stilleto sandals
• Walking flat sandals (still cute but super supportive)
• Blingy flat sandals
• Packable tote bag
• Packable duffle (for purchases)
• Instyler Wet & Dry (I won't travel 3 feet without this gift from the gods)

I was taught how to pack the same way. My father is retired from the U.S. Navy. Thanks for the tips. I'll be on a 19-day trip, too, but this summer. Driving the northern route of the U.S. mainland. So, your tips will be very useful!

 

[msd_bags]

Happy Belated Mother's Day to those who celebrate it!

Checking in. Nothing much new with me. I wore my PS silver bag yesterday with skinny jeans and a t-shirt from my Alma mater. Absolutely not my usual look but I needed to power shop so I got into battle gear. LOL! It was fun wearing the bag again. It's very convenient to wear crossbody which I "forgot". It definitely helped to continue to make me feel content with my silver bags. So thanks again, ladies.

I did a dry run for my packing as I've never held myself to just one carry on and a backpack for a 19 day trip.

Elation when it all fit with 25% of the room still remaining. Devastation when I checked and realized my much beloved suitcase no longer meets US and Intl size guidelines (how have I not been stopped carrying it before?)

So I bought a smaller suitcase.

I silently thanked my Daddy and pulled out every trick he had taught me on how to pack efficiently based on his time in the Navy. I rolled Items tightly, used packing cubes and compression packing envelopes, stuffed things inside each other like Russian nesting dolls, etc. to help make it all fit. Packing was complicated because we will always change into dressy wear for dinner and evening activities. It's also complicated because we'll start in Paris where it will be chilly and rainy and end in Rome which will be sunny and warm.

So, whew! I thought I'd share with you all that I managed to cram in a 20" x 14" x 9" (56 x 45 x 25) carryon. I flip flop from feeling over packed to under packed by the minute.

• Trench coat w/ detachable hood
• 2 pair skinny jeans
• 1 pair slacks
• Cashmere cardigan
• 3 casual sleeveless / short sleeve tops
• 2 dressy sleeveless tops
• 2 transitional day / evening long sleeve tops
• 2 sweaters
• 1 fitted tunic top for leggings / jeans
• 3 transitional day / evening maxi dresses
• 2 sundresses
• 1 dressy LBD
• 1 clubby dress
• 1 black transitional day/evening jumpsuit
• 1 light wrap
• 3 pair socks
• 2 pr leggings - for super casual days, pjs, under maxi dresses if it's cold, etc
• 2 pj tops
• 1 pair tights
• 3 convertible bras
• 7 pair underwear
• Ankle booties
• Strappy stilleto sandals
• Walking flat sandals (still cute but super supportive)
• Blingy flat sandals
• Packable tote bag
• Packable duffle (for purchases)
• Instyler Wet & Dry (I won't travel 3 feet without this gift from the gods)

Everything is shades of black, white, grey, pink or turquoise to mix and match. But they all have beautiful materials or interesting design shape so I don't look blah. LOL! I plan to buy 2 silk scarves this week to add pops of color to some completely neutral outfits. Wish me luck. LOL!

My toiletries, electronics, jewelry, snack, water bottle, kindle, etc will go in my backpack. I'm wearing my biker jacket and ballet flats with my travel outfit so I'll have those item available to mix in. I'm also carrying my LV LM II BB in my back pack along with my travel stuff. Just one "real" bag and the packable tote. Aaaaaggghhhh!!! LOL!

I bought two interesting things I wanted to share in case you may want them for your travels.

1) White + Warren cashmere travel wrap. I've wanted one of these for a while (my BFF has several) but never got around to buying one. I got these for DD and me (I got the essential size for her because she's a tiny 5" v my amazon 5'8". LOL!) its great because you can wear it 12 ways including as a jacket, shawl, shrug, and of course various scarf tying styles etc. (this is obviously not me in the picture)
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2) Scrubba thingy. It allows you to hand wash clothes on the road better than just doing it in a hotel sink. You put your clothes, detergent (Woolite packs) and water inside. Then your knead and roll the thing to wash. This will be hilarious for DD and me to do during the trip.
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3) Velcro strap. I'm putting this around my LV (vertically) since it's a flap for the few times I feel I may need extra security. It's black and with tha bag having a chain and other design elements I figure it won't be super noticeable. View attachment 3699746

19 days and just a carry on! Wow! I could not ever make it! I went 10 days in Australia before with a medium sized checked in luggage. I think this is the least I can go, and never just carry on, lol. This was business and leisure so I needed to carry business clothes plus it was fall then and quite chilly so I also had some thicker sweaters. Usually when I travel, I pack for the whole trip with no intention of washing clothes. (I hate hand washing!) Fort that trip, turned out our accommodation in Melbourne (2nd leg of the trip) had washer/dryer. Had I known that then maybe I would have chosen what to bring differently.

I'm also blessed with the ability to pack very well, lol. But I don't use cubes, etc. If pieces of clothing will not wrinkle, I use them to line the suitcase so I have smooth flat bottom (area where the luggage handles not protruding. I may also line the sides if needed. My packing style means I have to spread clothes around as cushion or fillers to uneven spaces. And maybe some other items that really don't need to be packed together. When we were in Japan, one of my friends sort of vacuum packed her stuff. Well, that is not for me as I feel some spaces are not maximized that way. Especially when coming home, used clothes are spread all over the luggage as fillers. My clothes are not that dirty anyway.

Is there no weight limit for the carry on? In our local carriers, it is only 7kilos (15 lbs). The luggage alone is around 3 kilos.

 

[msd_bags]

My presentation during the hearing yesterday went well. There will be 2 more provincial legs and then 1 final evidentiary hearing where I will sit in the witness stand just like in a court hearing. Anyway, I felt confident yesterday thanks to you ladies.

Here was me after I got back to the office. I also used the Tod's bag as laptop bag/documents case. It looked elegant and I actually received compliments. My only issue is the weight. With all the stuff in, it weighed a ton!

 

[Sparkletastic]

I was taught how to pack the same way. My father is retired from the U.S. Navy. Thanks for the tips. I'll be on a 19-day trip, too, but this summer. Driving the northern route of the U.S. mainland. So, your tips will be very useful!

Glad I could help!

19 days and just a carry on! Wow! I could not ever make it! I went 10 days in Australia before with a medium sized checked in luggage. I think this is the least I can go, and never just carry on, lol. This was business and leisure so I needed to carry business clothes plus it was fall then and quite chilly so I also had some thicker sweaters. Usually when I travel, I pack for the whole trip with no intention of washing clothes. (I hate hand washing!) Fort that trip, turned out our accommodation in Melbourne (2nd leg of the trip) had washer/dryer. Had I known that then maybe I would have chosen what to bring differently.

I'm also blessed with the ability to pack very well, lol. But I don't use cubes, etc. If pieces of clothing will not wrinkle, I use them to line the suitcase so I have smooth flat bottom (area where the luggage handles not protruding. I may also line the sides if needed. My packing style means I have to spread clothes around as cushion or fillers to uneven spaces. And maybe some other items that really don't need to be packed together. When we were in Japan, one of my friends sort of vacuum packed her stuff. Well, that is not for me as I feel some spaces are not maximized that way. Especially when coming home, used clothes are spread all over the luggage as fillers. My clothes are not that dirty anyway.

Is there no weight limit for the carry on? In our local carriers, it is only 7kilos (15 lbs). The luggage alone is around 3 kilos.

I didn't think I could do it either. But I refuse to check anything since we are going to 6 different cities. I checked on weight requirements and there weren't any (yay!)

I hate hand washing but I'm used it it as a lot of fabrics can't be machine washed. I still was glad to find that portable washer.

I'm going to vacuum pack my trench coat, sweaters & jeans. I found compression packets that don't require a vacuum. You roll them to push the air out.

 

[bakeacookie]

Great bag, and the Snoopy charm is adorable!

Thank you!

 

[msd_bags]

Glad I could help!
I didn't think I could do it either. But I refuse to check anything since we are going to 6 different cities. I checked on weight requirements and there weren't any (yay!)

I hate hand washing but I'm used it it as a lot of fabrics can't be machine washed. I still was glad to find that portable washer.

I'm going to vacuum pack my trench coat, sweaters & jeans. I found compression packets that don't require a vacuum. You roll them to push the air out.

We're lucky here in a sense since services are cheap. I have somebody hand wash for me.

 

[bakeacookie]

My presentation during the hearing yesterday went well. There will be 2 more provincial legs and then 1 final evidentiary hearing where I will sit in the witness stand just like in a court hearing. Anyway, I felt confident yesterday thanks to you ladies.

Here was me after I got back to the office. I also used the Tod's bag as laptop bag/documents case. It looked elegant and I actually received compliments. My only issue is the weight. With all the stuff in, it weighed a ton!
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Yay! Glad it went well.
And the Tods is cute but professional. Hope you don't get any pain from carrying it though!

 

[Hobbsy]

Happy Belated Mother's Day to those who celebrate it!

Checking in. Nothing much new with me. [emoji2] I wore my PS silver bag yesterday with skinny jeans and a t-shirt from my Alma mater. Absolutely not my usual look but I needed to power shop so I got into battle gear. LOL! It was fun wearing the bag again. It's very convenient to wear crossbody which I "forgot". It definitely helped to continue to make me feel content with my silver bags. So thanks again, ladies.

I did a dry run for my packing as I've never held myself to just one carry on and a backpack for a 19 day trip.

Elation when it all fit with 25% of the room still remaining. Devastation when I checked and realized my much beloved suitcase no longer meets US and Intl size guidelines (how have I not been stopped carrying it before?)

So I bought a smaller suitcase.

I silently thanked my Daddy and pulled out every trick he had taught me on how to pack efficiently based on his time in the Navy. I rolled Items tightly, used packing cubes and compression packing envelopes, stuffed things inside each other like Russian nesting dolls, etc. to help make it all fit. Packing was complicated because we will always change into dressy wear for dinner and evening activities. It's also complicated because we'll start in Paris where it will be chilly and rainy and end in Rome which will be sunny and warm.

So, whew! I thought I'd share with you all that I managed to cram in a 20" x 14" x 9" (56 x 45 x 25) carryon. I flip flop from feeling over packed to under packed by the minute.

• Trench coat w/ detachable hood
• 2 pair skinny jeans
• 1 pair slacks
• Cashmere cardigan
• 3 casual sleeveless / short sleeve tops
• 2 dressy sleeveless tops
• 2 transitional day / evening long sleeve tops
• 2 sweaters
• 1 fitted tunic top for leggings / jeans
• 3 transitional day / evening maxi dresses
• 2 sundresses
• 1 dressy LBD
• 1 clubby dress
• 1 black transitional day/evening jumpsuit
• 1 light wrap
• 3 pair socks
• 2 pr leggings - for super casual days, pjs, under maxi dresses if it's cold, etc
• 2 pj tops
• 1 pair tights
• 3 convertible bras
• 7 pair underwear
• Ankle booties
• Strappy stilleto sandals
• Walking flat sandals (still cute but super supportive)
• Blingy flat sandals
• Packable tote bag
• Packable duffle (for purchases)
• Instyler Wet & Dry (I won't travel 3 feet without this gift from the gods)

Everything is shades of black, white, grey, pink or turquoise to mix and match. But they all have beautiful materials or interesting design shape so I don't look blah. LOL! I plan to buy 2 silk scarves this week to add pops of color to some completely neutral outfits. Wish me luck. LOL!

My toiletries, electronics, jewelry, snack, water bottle, kindle, etc will go in my backpack. I'm wearing my biker jacket and ballet flats with my travel outfit so I'll have those item available to mix in. I'm also carrying my LV LM II BB in my back pack along with my travel stuff. Just one "real" bag and the packable tote. Aaaaaggghhhh!!! LOL!

I bought two interesting things I wanted to share in case you may want them for your travels.

1) White + Warren cashmere travel wrap. I've wanted one of these for a while (my BFF has several) but never got around to buying one. I got these for DD and me (I got the essential size for her because she's a tiny 5" v my amazon 5'8". LOL!) its great because you can wear it 12 ways including as a jacket, shawl, shrug, and of course various scarf tying styles etc. (this is obviously not me in the picture) [emoji38]
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2) Scrubba thingy. It allows you to hand wash clothes on the road better than just doing it in a hotel sink. You put your clothes, detergent (Woolite packs) and water inside. Then your knead and roll the thing to wash. This will be hilarious for DD and me to do during the trip. [emoji38]
View attachment 3699707

3) Velcro strap. I'm putting this around my LV (vertically) since it's a flap for the few times I feel I may need extra security. It's black and with tha bag having a chain and other design elements I figure it won't be super noticeable. View attachment 3699746

I bow to you Queen mother of packing! That's a lot of stuff you got in that size bag! I need to take lessons. The wrap is nice! That little washing thing may come in handy. Let us know how that works out please? When do you leave on your trip?

 

[Hobbsy]

My presentation during the hearing yesterday went well. There will be 2 more provincial legs and then 1 final evidentiary hearing where I will sit in the witness stand just like in a court hearing. Anyway, I felt confident yesterday thanks to you ladies.

Here was me after I got back to the office. I also used the Tod's bag as laptop bag/documents case. It looked elegant and I actually received compliments. My only issue is the weight. With all the stuff in, it weighed a ton!
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You look very nice and I like that Tod's bag! [emoji41][emoji41]

 

[Hobbsy]

Oh my!

More LV preview items, and I'm in love!!!

They're stuff I can use, they're adorable, and mostly SLGs [emoji7]

Might need to rewrite the resolution at this rate.

From the cruise line?

 

[msd_bags]

Yay! Glad it went well.
And the Tods is cute but professional. Hope you don't get any pain from carrying it though!

If I only carry the Tod's a short distance then I'm fine. But I don't think I can make it my carry on item when I travel for the provincial leg of the hearing. I like the look, but not the weight!

You look very nice and I like that Tod's bag! [emoji41][emoji41]

Thanks dear!

 

[tenKrat]

My presentation during the hearing yesterday went well. There will be 2 more provincial legs and then 1 final evidentiary hearing where I will sit in the witness stand just like in a court hearing. Anyway, I felt confident yesterday thanks to you ladies.

Here was me after I got back to the office. I also used the Tod's bag as laptop bag/documents case. It looked elegant and I actually received compliments. My only issue is the weight. With all the stuff in, it weighed a ton!
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Your necklace looks very nice with your simple top.