2019 resolution - shopping my own bag and wallet collection. Any one else?

[whateve]

I’ve never tried Paige or Joe. What is your body type? Ruler? Pear? Hourglass?
”Fluffier”. That’s cute.

And at 5’9” you are tall for a woman. In the US the average height is 5’4”. I’m tall like you at 5’8” and always feel like I’m looking over people when I’m in my heels. LOL! I find being our height makes it hard to find pants. Regular are often to short but tall is too long. I usually end up buying tall and getting them tailored.

I'm 5'4". That may be the average height in the US, but clothes are usually made for someone 5'6" or 5'7". I'm too tall for most petite but too short for regular styles. My daughter is 5'7" and she has trouble finding jeans that are long enough. Sometimes I can buy the short lengths. I have one pair now that didn't come in different lengths and it is a little too short for my taste. Men's clothes seem to be more standardized. Women's sizes are all over the place.

ETA: I can't even buy sweaters online. The sizes are all over the place, even within the same brand.

 

[Sparkletastic]

I'm 5'4". That may be the average height in the US, but clothes are usually made for someone 5'6" or 5'7". I'm too tall for most petite but too short for regular styles. My daughter is 5'7" and she has trouble finding jeans that are long enough. Sometimes I can buy the short lengths. I have one pair now that didn't come in different lengths and it is a little too short for my taste. Men's clothes seem to be more standardized. Women's sizes are all over the place.

5’4” may be the average but it’s likely the majority of women are 5’6” or below. So the manufacturers capture the bulk of people with that length. The shorter of the medium range would just need to get the pants tailored.

I just with the sizes were more standardized. It’s the fault of women not wanting to buy a certain number size which is cuckoo IMHO. Who cares about the number??? The important thing is good fit. In any case, manufactures have decreased the number on the tags as the overall population has gotten larger. So a size 10 today was perhaps a 14, fifteen years ago. I know my “size” has dropped precipitously over the years though I weigh 9-13 lbs more (depends on the day and how good dinner was. Lol!) than I did in college. I’m not fooled by the number. My hips, scale and mirror tell the truth.

 

[Sparkletastic]

I’m selling a bag. I always use the maximum number of pictures and closely photograph / fully describe any signs of wear.

A potential buyer contacted me with questions. I quickly responded. Then she wanted me to put the words “100% authentic” in the listing. I told her I didn’t use those words because it’s illegal to even list a fake bag and something can’t be 50% authentic. But, I edited the listing and put the words in anyway.

Then she wanted even more photos in different lightings. I sent them to her. Now she wants to lowball me with an offer that is 35% off my listing and wants me to give free shipping on top

Here is my new policy. Since I clearly and accurately photograph and describe my bags, I will answer one email of questions. After that, I won’t do anything else including sending any photos until I share my bottom line / non negotiable price and the buyer agree in principal to that.

People are really inconsiderate. I would never handle things this way. I always make sure to put all my questions and requests into ONE email. And I don’t bother the person at al if I know I’m not willing to pay at least a price pretty close to their asking price.

 

[dcooney4]

I’ve never tried Paige or Joe. What is your body type? Ruler? Pear? Hourglass?
”Fluffier”. That’s cute.

And at 5’9” you are tall for a woman. In the US the average height is 5’4”. I’m tall like you at 5’8” and always feel like I’m looking over people when I’m in my heels. LOL! I find being our height makes it hard to find pants. Regular are often to short but tall is too long. I usually end up buying tall and getting them tailored.

This exactly!

 

[Rhl2987]

Thanks for these suggestions. Your body type? The reason I keep asking this is certain jeans are cut better or worse for different body types.

I’m curvy and athletic (big thighs) with a small waist. Not right now, of course. I’m into higher waisted stretchy jeans usually. I hate low waisted pants.

 

[Cookiefiend]

My closet is finally back together - it took forever. @HopelessBagGirl asked how we keep/store our bags and after spending the day putting things away,
I took a picture.
This is how it looks when they’re not in the bags:

And how it looks when they’re in the bags - I keep them in the bags when they’re in the closet because of sun, dust and my dog.

I switched most of them to all the same color bag because the different colors bothered me... says the girl who wears mostly black, blue, and white. [emoji38]

 

[dcooney4]

I’m selling a bag. I always use the maximum number of pictures and closely photograph / fully describe any signs of wear.

A potential buyer contacted me with questions. I quickly responded. Then she wanted me to put the words “100% authentic” in the listing. I told her I didn’t use those words because it’s illegal to even list a fake bag and something can’t be 50% authentic. But, I edited the listing and put the words in anyway.

Then she wanted even more photos in different lightings. I sent them to her. Now she wants to lowball me with an offer that is 35% off my listing and wants me to give free shipping on top

Here is my new policy. Since I clearly and accurately photograph and describe my bags, I will answer one email of questions. After that, I won’t do anything else including sending any photos until I share my bottom line / non negotiable price and the buyer agree in principal to that.

People are really inconsiderate. I would never handle things this way. I always make sure to put all my questions and requests into ONE email. And I don’t bother the person at al if I know I’m not willing to pay at least a price pretty close to their asking price.

That would annoy me to no end.

 

[dcooney4]

My closet is finally back together - it took forever. @HopelessBagGirl asked how we keep/store our bags and after spending the day putting things away,
I took a picture.
This is how it looks when they’re not in the bags:
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And how it looks when they’re in the bags - I keep them in the bags when they’re in the closet because of sun, dust and my dog.
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I switched most of them to all the same color bag because the different colors bothered me... says the girl who wears mostly black, blue, and white. [emoji38]

It looks fantastic. I get annoyed at to many different colored dust bags too. Lol

 

[Rhl2987]

I’ve never tried Paige or Joe. What is your body type? Ruler? Pear? Hourglass?
”Fluffier”. That’s cute.

And at 5’9” you are tall for a woman. In the US the average height is 5’4”. I’m tall like you at 5’8” and always feel like I’m looking over people when I’m in my heels. LOL! I find being our height makes it hard to find pants. Regular are often to short but tall is too long. I usually end up buying tall and getting them tailored.

I’m 5’8.5”! Hooray for being taller! My torso is quite long though, so I can fit in regular length jeans and long are too long for me.

 

[Rhl2987]

I’m selling a bag. I always use the maximum number of pictures and closely photograph / fully describe any signs of wear.

A potential buyer contacted me with questions. I quickly responded. Then she wanted me to put the words “100% authentic” in the listing. I told her I didn’t use those words because it’s illegal to even list a fake bag and something can’t be 50% authentic. But, I edited the listing and put the words in anyway.

Then she wanted even more photos in different lightings. I sent them to her. Now she wants to lowball me with an offer that is 35% off my listing and wants me to give free shipping on top

Here is my new policy. Since I clearly and accurately photograph and describe my bags, I will answer one email of questions. After that, I won’t do anything else including sending any photos until I share my bottom line / non negotiable price and the buyer agree in principal to that.

People are really inconsiderate. I would never handle things this way. I always make sure to put all my questions and requests into ONE email. And I don’t bother the person at al if I know I’m not willing to pay at least a price pretty close to their asking price.

I totally agree and that is so rude!! I decided to save myself a headache and use the auto-decline functionality but I find that people on eBay just want to lowball you even if there is NOTHING ELSE out there even remotely close to as low as the price you have listed. And people will message me with their low offers now. And I also hate messaging back and forth with people after they agree to a price, only to have them say that they want a lower price. So frustrating!

 

[Miss_Dawn]

Thank you all for the Burberry trench love. It should arrive this weekend I’m happy!

I have an older version of that black coat, except mine is a little less trench coat looking and has fox fur collar. It is my favourite winter coat. It is so stylish and timeless. I have not worn it in years since I have been pregnant many winters. Need to dig it out! Good buy! I love the camel one too.

Absolutely adore both of these and I love that your first is a camel colored trench instead of the lighter trench color. Tres chic!! Were you able to pick up the second in their sale? I look every year but can never justify the expense (as easily as I can with Hermes). Plus, I have so many coats in general that I really don’t need another. I’m so glad you now have 2!

I adore trench coats and that black one is TDF!!! Great buy!
That’s so wonderful!!! I love being able to learn from others.

And enjoying luxe items along the way doesn’t hurt. LOL!!!
This looks just like a Kate Spade I had. I wore that bag to death as it was the perfect work bag.
Noooo! Not a pink bag on the chopping block. Lol! Why didn’t you want to wear it?

This bag is truly gorgeous though! Tough competition.

They’re beautiful. Burberry coat is always a huge A+ in my book.
I have a heavy weight 100% wool dark blue Burberry knee-length toggle coat that’s a HG item in my wardrobe. I got it in 2000 and still wear it even now. It’s so warm and classy and truly stand the test of time. I don’t think I have many items that I rave so much about. If there is any, it’s this coat of mine.

 

[Miss_Dawn]

My closet is finally back together - it took forever. @HopelessBagGirl asked how we keep/store our bags and after spending the day putting things away,
I took a picture.
This is how it looks when they’re not in the bags:
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And how it looks when they’re in the bags - I keep them in the bags when they’re in the closet because of sun, dust and my dog.
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I switched most of them to all the same color bag because the different colors bothered me... says the girl who wears mostly black, blue, and white. [emoji38]

This looks fantastic. So neatly organised and I love the colour coded labelling! I think your black / hot pink bucket bag is my favourite

 

[catsinthebag]

Thanks! Yes I agree skinny jeans look best on skinny legs! Boot cut might be what I need..not so much flare but straight tubes.

Essiedub, I’m 5’6 and size 4-6, slim, but NOT skinny. I’ve got some curves and muscles and don’t want skin-tight jeans. The best ones I’ve found so far are AG’s Prima Cigarette leg jeans. They’re a little tapered but are pretty much the straight tube you’re talking about. They have some stretch so are very comfy.

 

[whateve]

I’m selling a bag. I always use the maximum number of pictures and closely photograph / fully describe any signs of wear.

A potential buyer contacted me with questions. I quickly responded. Then she wanted me to put the words “100% authentic” in the listing. I told her I didn’t use those words because it’s illegal to even list a fake bag and something can’t be 50% authentic. But, I edited the listing and put the words in anyway.

Then she wanted even more photos in different lightings. I sent them to her. Now she wants to lowball me with an offer that is 35% off my listing and wants me to give free shipping on top

Here is my new policy. Since I clearly and accurately photograph and describe my bags, I will answer one email of questions. After that, I won’t do anything else including sending any photos until I share my bottom line / non negotiable price and the buyer agree in principal to that.

People are really inconsiderate. I would never handle things this way. I always make sure to put all my questions and requests into ONE email. And I don’t bother the person at al if I know I’m not willing to pay at least a price pretty close to their asking price.

I agree. I had a woman ask me tons of questions yesterday, ask for more pictures without specifying what she needed, then followup asking me what my lowest price was. I told her and then just got silence. I don't think these people even know they are rude. They weren't ever taught basic courtesy.

 

[Miss_Dawn]

The Montblanc card case is very handsome. So professional, and I love the little MB logo on the front.

And I'm sure you have some MB pens to match it, too!

You know my matchy matchy tendencies too well! Imagine my delight when I’m carrying these two SLGs, with a matching MB triple pen case (MB solitaire classic fountain, roller, pencil neatly stacked inside!) with a MB burgundy leather agenda, in a MB messenger bag. My orderly soul delights and my little cup of happiness overflows

This bag is gorgeous! I'm curious (because I've never owned a bag this color)... how do you style it? Can you carry a white/cream bag with any color outfit, or do you wear light-colored clothes to match? And what about shoes?

I treat it like a neutral.
- Yesterday I was wearing a black suit with a forest green shirt, carrying this bag.
- Today I was in shades of grey, with this bag.

Both days I wore a black frock coat (i.e. flowing skirt shape, but with a fitted top section) so this bag stood in sharp contrast against that. Especially as I had a Burberry cream scarf today to knit the colour palette together.

Sometimes I’ll wear heeled boots in the same colour. I also have Prada stiletto heels in the same colour in summer. I know shoes and bags don’t have to match but with colour blocking they can help to “top and tail” the outfit.

That bag is so pretty!

Thank you!

You deserve a prize after that!


This is SO gorgeous!! Definitely one of my short wishlist items - I think it's just perfect and have always imagined it would be comfortable and easy to carry.


This is such a tidy and chic bag - I can understand wanting it with you often! Echoing what I think @ElainePG asked - how do you like to style it? I haven't taken the white/ecru bag plunge either.


Great job! Seriously - I moved into one bag at the beginning of the month and stayed. I only just changed up my pouches this morning.

Speaking of - bag #2 of 3 in New Year New Bag - my new Massaccesi Tan Washed Lamb Penelope shown with my ever-present Modena in Green Vachetta. Love both of these.

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Thank you very much! You should take the plunge especially if you have a lot of black and navy in your wardrobe. I find cream bags very easy to carry.

Your bag is day and her sister which I own is night.
Aren’t these the best bags?

I love your card holders. But I’m looking for ones that are very girly and even whimsical now. My only hard requirements are real leather, some color (not pink as I have pink), standard rectangular shape (no unusual shapes unless they are rigid enough to not get dog eared in any odd shaped corner) and at least 4 slots with 1 interior slot.
Congrats on finishing the challenge. I have 5 bags and 14 days to go. Half and half. Lol! My yucky cold settled in my chest again and it’s unseasonably very cold here. So I’ve been hunkering down in the house. I’m a little stir crazy.
3x3 would be wonderful. I don’t know how they think 1x1 makes any sense. The flowers on this are so cute.

Yep, day and night

Glad to! These are the jeans I just bought. They are straight leg, not skinny leg. See how there’s room to bend the knee? And they don’t cinch in at the ankles... they fall straight down to the top of the shoes. Aaaaaaand.... they don’t pull in under the butt; there’s just a skotch of wiggle room. Not so much as to be sloppy, just enough to look graceful, and so you can sit down and remain capable of breathing!

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The jeans look really nice. Well done on surviving the great jean hunt (Jean shopping is always painful )

This is exactly how I like my set up too. I will have to remember this.

Glad I could help!