2018 resolution - shopping my own bag and wallet collection. Any one else?

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As much as I’m not a pink girl, this bag is sooo adorable!

Thank you! [emoji4]

 

[ElainePG]

And, I have my last surgery today. Wish me luck!

Good luck on your surgery, Spark! You've really had a rough few months... glad it's finally going to be over.

 

[ElainePG]

To kick off the month and kill off this month's quota, I received a box today and inside is something I've been looking for for a long time.

I love this bag since it came out, never get a chance to try one until it's gone, but somehow think this can be the right size (which lucky me it is), and finally, after years, I finally found one in the color that I love and the exact size that I like, and in a price that's too good to miss.

So, my addition for this month, a medium size Diorissimo in raspberry. [emoji4]

(isn't it funny we just discussed that they often discontinued bags too fast and too many? [emoji16]) View attachment 4123340

This is lovely! Terrific color. Use it in good health!

 

[Sparkletastic]

Good luck!

Good luck on the surgery. sending healing thoughts!

Luck luck luck!!!

Sending best wishes and good luck for your surgery. Congratulations on your decision to send your black patent flap out the door. I also enjoyed your satchel analysis. I hope you have a speedy recovery.

I wish you the best of luck for the surgery on Monday! Good luck!

Thanks for all the well wishes. The surgeon is running behind so I’m in pre-op veeeeery bored!

Then, don’t get them. Hold on to your money. Let those merchants fight for them.

Completely agree! This is too much money to spend and too important a bag to my collection to compromise. I’m just glad the patent will be on it’s merry way to a new home without me being terrified of fraud.

Reissue always comes in double flap unless it’s a special seasonal design that’s based on the real reissue. Yeah... quite unlikely when combine with lamb and ruthenium hardware.

Oh! I thought reissues were single flap? Wonder why I had that idea. Mr. S is a big fan of reissues. I’m still not sold. I think it’s the wrinkles on most of them.

Get that wallet! Fast! [emoji16][emoji16][emoji16]

IKR? I’m mad at myself that I left without getting it yesterday. I’m going to hobble in on Monday and grab it.

It’s time for me to swap out wallets. I’ve been using my Gucci wallet almost every day for almost 3 years and I’m sick of it. I want to change into the Dior wallet I bought around the same time. (I never wear two wallets at the same time so I’ve never worn the Dior. It’s still new in its box.)

I don’t have a problem buying preloved bags but I can’t buy preloved wallets. They just seem dirtier without a real way to clean them effectively. And they always seem more worn. So, for the price and hassle, the discount isn’t worth it. Plus, I could make the logical arguments but...I just like having new SLG’s.

Unless I determine to buy something for sure, all boutique intimidate me. I feel like the SA are out for my money. But then again, I’m such a chicken. Even the BA at MAC intimidate me. [emoji28]

LOL! I only get intimidated at car dealerships. So I research to death and get armed to do battle. LOL! I hate buying cars.

 

[Sparkletastic]

To kick off the month and kill off this month's quota, I received a box today and inside is something I've been looking for for a long time.

I love this bag since it came out, never get a chance to try one until it's gone, but somehow think this can be the right size (which lucky me it is), and finally, after years, I finally found one in the color that I love and the exact size that I like, and in a price that's too good to miss.

So, my addition for this month, a medium size Diorissimo in raspberry. [emoji4]
(isn't it funny we just discussed that they often discontinued bags too fast and too many? [emoji16]) View attachment 4123340

OOOOOOOH!!!!!! I love this bag!!!!
I have no idea why Dior discontinued it. It surely could have stayed a few more years. CONGRATS, vink!!!!

Good luck with the surgery! Hopefully after this you will be DONE!

Thanks!

I used to find LV SAs to be very snobbish, but that’s changed over the years. I think they may have put some effort into changing their culture.

With Hermes, I think some of the SAs — especially in more touristy areas — just get tired of people walking in and asking for a Birkin right off the bat. If you approach them about a scarf, bracelet or non-Birkin or Kelly bag, they’ll probably loosen up right away. Although it also really depends on the store. Many H SAs really love it when they find you appreciate the history of the brand and the quality of the product, rather than just looking for the It Bag.

I can understand they can be tired of the requests but it’s their job to respond, serve and sell. I started my career in sales and have managed sales people. Anything less than warm, helpful and enthusiastic service is completely unacceptable in a salesperson. No excuses. It’s like saying a chef gets tired of cooking the same thing on the menu or a mechanic gets tired of servicing the same car. Customer service is their job.

Good luck on your surgery, Spark! You've really had a rough few months... glad it's finally going to be over.

Thanks! Me too! I’m so tired of this.

 

[Sparkletastic]

Well, I’ve sold a bag to one of my favorite TPF’rs. So, one out and soon to be mailed to a happy home!!

 

[ipsum]

Quick update: I love Tod's luxurious tote but the leather is too soft for every day use so it's going back.
Thanks all for helping me resist to buy the black mini bag. I found out that the structure can't handle heavy items so I probably can resist from buying till end... I don't wish any bags would fall apart due to weight of a water bottle.... *sigh*

@Sparkletastic Good luck with your surgery and get well soon!

 

[ipsum]

Finally have a chance to take a pic of my bag!

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I’ve been carrying this one all week, with my cute LV dog charm!

It’s getting hot out there, hope everyone stays cool! [emoji41]

Cute charm! Love it. How did you manage to keep your NF being so pale? I got mine after yours but mine has already turned into honey colour. I don't mind tough, till it turns to dark muddy brown...

 

[ElainePG]

I used to find LV SAs to be very snobbish, but that’s changed over the years. I think they may have put some effort into changing their culture.

The first time I went into an LV boutique was the fall of 2016. LV simply hadn't been on my radar before then. DH and I were in San Francisco, and my knee had a major fail right in the middle of our trip, so I was in a world of hurt. I was definitely NOT looking my best! No makeup, no energy to mess with my hair, and in yoga pants because my knee was swollen too badly to get my regular pants over it.

I hobbled into the boutique, and DH (who is super-protective of me) asked whether they could bring me a chair while I looked at bags. The SA immediately rushed to accommodate us! She brought EACH of us a chair, offered us coffee, and then started showing us the bags I was interested in. She let me take all the time I needed, and in the end I left with my adorable red Capucines BB. The experience cemented my relationship with both that particular SA and LV in general.

 

[Cookiefiend]

To kick off the month and kill off this month's quota, I received a box today and inside is something I've been looking for for a long time.

I love this bag since it came out, never get a chance to try one until it's gone, but somehow think this can be the right size (which lucky me it is), and finally, after years, I finally found one in the color that I love and the exact size that I like, and in a price that's too good to miss.

So, my addition for this month, a medium size Diorissimo in raspberry. [emoji4]

(isn't it funny we just discussed that they often discontinued bags too fast and too many? [emoji16]) View attachment 4123340

Very very pretty! [emoji7]

 

[bakeacookie]

Quick update: I love Tod's luxurious tote but the leather is too soft for every day use so it's going back.
Thanks all for helping me resist to buy the black mini bag. I found out that the structure can't handle heavy items so I probably can resist from buying till end... I don't wish any bags would fall apart due to weight of a water bottle.... *sigh*

@Sparkletastic Good luck with your surgery and get well soon!

Great job! It’s always best to not settle for a bag that doesn’t fit our needs. [emoji4]

 

[bakeacookie]

Cute charm! Love it. How did you manage to keep your NF being so pale? I got mine after yours but mine has already turned into honey colour. I don't mind tough, till it turns to dark muddy brown...

I want to say it’s the Cadillac moisturizer that I put on all my bags. It also somehow stays in the shade during my long commute home so it doesn’t tan in the sun as much as it could.

 

[bakeacookie]

The first time I went into an LV boutique was the fall of 2016. LV simply hadn't been on my radar before then. DH and I were in San Francisco, and my knee had a major fail right in the middle of our trip, so I was in a world of hurt. I was definitely NOT looking my best! No makeup, no energy to mess with my hair, and in yoga pants because my knee was swollen too badly to get my regular pants over it.

I hobbled into the boutique, and DH (who is super-protective of me) asked whether they could bring me a chair while I looked at bags. The SA immediately rushed to accommodate us! She brought EACH of us a chair, offered us coffee, and then started showing us the bags I was interested in. She let me take all the time I needed, and in the end I left with my adorable red Capucines BB. The experience cemented my relationship with both that particular SA and LV in general.

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I love your red Capucines. I also long for a Capucines but I can’t decide which size or color.

Glad to hear LV was kind to you! Hope your knee has gotten better since then. [emoji4]

 

[minoxa33]

To kick off the month and kill off this month's quota, I received a box today and inside is something I've been looking for for a long time.

I love this bag since it came out, never get a chance to try one until it's gone, but somehow think this can be the right size (which lucky me it is), and finally, after years, I finally found one in the color that I love and the exact size that I like, and in a price that's too good to miss.

So, my addition for this month, a medium size Diorissimo in raspberry. [emoji4]

(isn't it funny we just discussed that they often discontinued bags too fast and too many? [emoji16]) View attachment 4123340

OMG - I need a love button! [emoji7][emoji7][emoji7] Great choice and what a luck! Congrats!

 

[ElainePG]

I love your red Capucines. I also long for a Capucines but I can’t decide which size or color.

Glad to hear LV was kind to you! Hope your knee has gotten better since then. [emoji4]

Well, 5 months later I had knee replacement surgery, which gave me a titanium knee. It took about a year of rehab, but now I'm now the bionic woman!