Not really. DH only said when he think I shop and obsess with bags too much that maybe I should spend less time looking at bags and find something else to do, otherwise, he doesn’t care. He knows I love bags.
2018 resolution - shopping my own bag and wallet collection. Any one else?
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Every time I see a photo of this bag I do a double-take, and drool a bit. So I know what you mean. (The red is the one that tempts me... but then again, red bags ALWAYS tempt me).Stop the presses...
Ok. So...I am loving on a bag like a madwoman. The Valentino Rockstud Spike is killing me! Every time I see a photo I love it more.View attachment 4106905So, I have got to get into a store and see this bag. It’s funny I never liked the shoes. But I adore this bag.
Has anyone seen this in person? I love the way the hand carry strap looks when it’s hand carried and when it’s draped (?) on the top when shoulder carried. It’s such a fun bag.
But my gosh. This has a lot of studs. I tend to stay away from bags with do hickeys because I worry about what happens if one falls off. And now I’m liking this and the Fendi with pearls all over it. Sheesh! LOL! I’m a little concerned because I’d be ready to throw the bag in the trash if a stud fell off. I wouldn’t be able to deal with the missing stud. Do these come with extras???? Anyone have any intel on Valentino after care?
I’d love to buy this in store on sale. Not sure what color thoughI don’t want the black or red. I don’t really do beige although it’s nice in this bag because the studs blend in a little more. I saw the green but don’t think this is “my” green bag. Would the metallic be overkill? This is a crazy busy bag. Hmmmm... I’ll try to take a look this weekend.
I've never seen it IRL. But I do have the same worry as you, about a stud falling off. Also about whether all those little studs would drill holes in my sweaters, since I wear a sweater nearly every day.
Also, that extra hand carry strap. Although I think I read somewhere that it's removable. It's pretty, but it seems fussy. I think it might get in the way of opening & closing the bag. And since it's studded, if you were to hand-carry with it, wouldn't the studs puncture your palm?
Lastly, I keep worrying that rockstuds are going to look dated in a couple of years, and at that point resale would be a problem. I do own one, but I got it "free" with Nordstrom Notes, and it doesn't have all that many studs on it, so I don't care much if it loses value or if I eventually get sick of it. But if I'd paid full price...
Anyway, that's just one person's rambling thoughts. You may feel completely differently, especially after you see it in the boutique. Will be interested to hear your opinion after this weekend.
So glad that this got resolved, HBG. I can only imagine how stressful it must have been, especially with a nightmare of an ex.
How many people are you packing for? Does it help you to make lists?
I’ve noticed the same thing - many Diors listed for a small discount but solds usually having a 70+% discount except for a very few newer models.
Luckily I adore my Diors and don’t see them EVER leaving my closet (the only bags for which I can say that along with my remaining Chanels). But when I sold Diors in the past, I took losses despite getting them preloved.
Oooh! Off Fifth? I’ve noticed these can get pretty discounted. I’ve seen 30% off online for several colors / sizes. This is definitely a bag to get on sale.
Mr. Sparkle is a ridiculous enabler. Partly because I’m the saver by nature and he’s the spender by nature. So, he knows encouraging me is “safe”. I’ll self regulate waaaaay before anything bothers the budget. And, partly just because he likes seeing me look nice.
I think I miscommunicated. Whoops. When I said wear a “uniform” I didn’t mean it literally. I meant people tend to dress very similarly within an industry. For example - financial services means conservative suits, consumer goods means the casual side of business casual, entertainment means trendy showy fashionable, etc. But I get your point on attire. And, I agree about minding what we wear around colleagues.
I read a thread about the bag. Someone asked if the studs poked when the bag was worn. Owners of the bag said that while the studs are “pointy” they never feels them against their body when worn shoulder / crossbody. And it’s not even a problem for the hand when the bag is a clutch. So I don’t think that’s an issue.Every time I see a photo of this bag I do a double-take, and drool a bit. So I know what you mean. (The red is the one that tempts me... but then again, red bags ALWAYS tempt me).
I've never seen it IRL. But I do have the same worry as you, about a stud falling off. Also about whether all those little studs would drill holes in my sweaters, since I wear a sweater nearly every day.
Also, that extra hand carry strap. Although I think I read somewhere that it's removable. It's pretty, but it seems fussy. I think it might get in the way of opening & closing the bag. And since it's studded, if you were to hand-carry with it, wouldn't the studs puncture your palm?
Lastly, I keep worrying that rockstuds are going to look dated in a couple of years, and at that point resale would be a problem. I do own one, but I got it "free" with Nordstrom Notes, and it doesn't have all that many studs on it, so I don't care much if it loses value or if I eventually get sick of it. But if I'd paid full price...
Anyway, that's just one person's rambling thoughts. You may feel completely differently, especially after you see it in the boutique. Will be interested to hear your opinion after this weekend.
BUT, your point about the rockstuds potentially getting dated over time is a big concern for me. I wanted a Glamlock something like 4-5 years ago and didn’t get one because I worried about the bag getting dated. Now, I feel I missed a window though because Rockstuds are still going strong. Maybe Valentino will be able to innovate enough that rock studs become an expected, trademark element in their bags for decades to come. (?)
So glad that this got resolved, HBG. I can only imagine how stressful it must have been, especially with a nightmare of an ex.
How many people are you packing for? Does it help you to make lists?
Six of us!!
Luckily clothes are waiting for us at my mom's.
Wow, I'm late to the party. I'm just loving rockstuds NOW...
HBG, have a great trip! Sounds like you deserve it!!!
HBG, have a great trip! Sounds like you deserve it!!!
Oh I dunno if I do but I miss my mom so yay!
yay to vacs!!!
Exactly. Not that I'm really wanting to be in Tennessee for 4 weeks but it will be fun to take my teens around to my old haunts from when I was their age.
Taler du Svenska? Jag kan forsto litten.
Obviously, I can't spell in Swedish. And only understand some of it. 
Suomea?I actually like the bigger glam rock bag like the one Missie has. I was thinking whether or not I should get it. But they discontinued the bigger size which I was interested even before I made up my mind. I think it’s a very nicely design bag. Edgy while not being too much and has good potential to be classic if the brand don’t discard them like Dior does to their bags every season.
Taler du Svenska? Jag kan forsto litten.
You got it right the second time. But my sons are trilingual and you just hit all 3 of their mother tongues in that post.
Playing scarf games! I'm obsessed with turning scarves into clothes .
love the larger rock stud as well.
And why in the world does Dior change styles so often???? It’s maddening because I never get a bag the first season. I have to warm up to it and evaluate it.