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

[Rhl2987]

Wait, what? I missed the racist Galliano thing. <races to Google>

OMG! This was awful!!! Racist, anti semitic. Heck, he even insulted the woman’s thighs! What the ham sandwich???

He claims he doesn’t remember it because of addictions. As my Southern grandma always said “The drunk mouth says what the sober mind’s thinking”. People don’t become different. Their existing hidden or repressed bad aspect show. SMH!
https://www.theguardian.com/world/2011/sep/08/john-galliano-guilty-racism-antisemitism

And, I hate that bag. It doesn’t say Dior to me at all. I hate it’s sister patterns even more. But, for those who love it great. It’s like I love Chanel and don’t like the Gabriel. No, let me stop, it’s not. I definitely see the Gabriel as fitting Chanel. It’s just not my cup of tea. I don’t see these trumped up storage bags as having the Dior aesthetic.

That being said, they are better than the horrible artist line they just did on the Lady Diors. This mossy madness is one of the bags for purchase. My SA actually called me to see if I wanted it as she received (got stuck) with one.
View attachment 4323709
I happened to run across these shoes and thought - A match! Just what I need if I’m going to meet Big Foot and some woodland nymphs for a lovely lunch in a dank forest View attachment 4323708

I looooooooved being a mom. Once my kids got to be about 2 they were so much fun to raise and be around.
But, I’m the oddball. I am soooo not looking forward to being a grandmother. I didn’t get that gene. Luckily, neither of my children look like they are getting married any time soon so I’m safe for now! Lol!
When I was thinking navy it was because I have a cobalt blue quilted chain strap Miss Dior bag and wanted some distance between the two. But, I’ve decided not to dye.
Thanks for the compliment on the bag. But, this is why I never say never on fashion. Sometimes something just hits me the right way and I have to eat another big ol’ plate of crow because I swore I wouldn’t touch that type of thing with a 10 foot pole.
Hmmmm...maybe I’d like my ivory Chanel better if I had super cool ivory boots
Yes!!!!!!
This is gorgeous. One my favorites you’ve shown.

Oh my goodness look how ugly those green monsters are!!

And I love hearing how much you loved being a Mom! It's not something that I've wanted for very long, but it's truly quite a special experience feeling something grow inside you and I honestly can't wait to meet the baby!

 

[Rhl2987]

This.

I had an experience years ago at a dinner party, where the (much older) host became quite drunk and proceeded to blatently insult my religion. It wasn't just one throw-away comment... he went on & on. I was practically in tears, but since he was so much older, and also the host, plus I was seated right next to him at the dining room table, I didn't feel as though I could respond in any way. So I just sat there, looking down at my plate. The Hubster and I left the party as soon as we decently could. The next day the man's wife called me to apologize, saying that her husband really didn't mean it, and putting it all down to "too many martinis."

Nope.

That is absolutely horrible!! I'm so sorry that you had that experience. I've experienced racism and bullying at various points in my life but I try to surround myself with people, at this age, who love me and are my biggest fans (and I am theirs as well). Sometimes, it can't be avoided though. Those types of situations really never leave you, so I feel for you.

 

[Rhl2987]

I must admit that I was very tempted to buy that Dior book tote and use it as a baby bag. But I resisted!!! And now I'm wondering what I was thinking hearing from all of you I'm glad that I didn't buy that tote. I do think they are kind of cool and useful for travel, but they are VERY trendy. Who knows how long that trend will last? I really wanted a Dior saddle bag for the longest time, but now that itch has passed.

 

[Sparkletastic]

Give me your perspective ladies (do we have any gents that have joined us this year?)

When I think about what I want in my collection over the next few years (not counting work bags), I want

• a black lamb jumbo SF Chanel flap
• a pink Chanel (size / type TBD)
• a stunning but inexpensive green bag (like my red Trussardi. I only spent a few hundred on that bag but love it as much as my Diors.)
• A navy bag (something unique!)
• A black tote (will it ever happen?)

But, I have 7 black bags. So something needs to go before I get an 8th and 9th. (At least I think so. I do actually wear all of them. Sooooo?)

I have 4 silver bags. I don’t need that many. The PS never gets worn anymore.

But, I don’t want to put a lot of new money towards bags this year. I got 4 as gifts from DF last year and I’m concentrating on clothes, shoes and jewelry which is a ridiculously expensive undertaking.

So this is what I think I’m going to do3

• Sell the Ivory Chanel
• Sell the silver Proenza Schouler
• Sell the black Proenza Schouler
• Sell the grey metallic Jimmy Choo hobo (I really like the look but, it’s a slouchy back hole and drives me crazy.)

That would yeild me enough to get a black Chanel SF jumbo w/shw.

Then I can hunt for the right pink Chanel over time and buy it. If I feel like it’s redundant with the Dior, I can sell her at that time.

I have a lot of heartache about selling the PS’s and the J Choo but, I don’t wear them. I keep the PS’s in case I need something non branded but honestly, that just isn’t coming up. My other bags are quiet enough that they don’t cause a ruckus. I would rather search for a different non branded bag for work functions.

Re: the J Choo. I reeaaaaally like the bag. It’s so not me. But I still love it. That brings said I think it be better off buying a more functional large bag when those come back in style (which we know they will.)

Thoughts?

 

[Sparkletastic]

This.

I had an experience years ago at a dinner party, where the (much older) host became quite drunk and proceeded to blatently insult my religion. It wasn't just one throw-away comment... he went on & on. I was practically in tears, but since he was so much older, and also the host, plus I was seated right next to him at the dining room table, I didn't feel as though I could respond in any way. So I just sat there, looking down at my plate. The Hubster and I left the party as soon as we decently could. The next day the man's wife called me to apologize, saying that her husband really didn't mean it, and putting it all down to "too many martinis."

Nope.

I’m so sorry this happened. People like to excuse bad behavior with some substance or even a bad period in their lives. But, I don’t buy it. Nothing could make me slap a child, say something racist, steal from a purse, etc. because it isn’t in me to come out.

Now if I did drink too much your sugar cookies that I ignored at the beginning of the event would suddenly show up missing. That’s because I always wanted them. I was just trying my best not to eat thorn. Lol!

That all being said, I can’t stand people who say one thing and think another. I don’t mean being polite and not saying if you don’t like someone’s shoes. I mean people who hate others, think less of others, want to do awful things.

People need to stop being cowards and say / do what they want. Because, if it’s too ugly to put out there, you should work to be a better person who doesn’t have it inside.
<hearty harrumph>
Off my soapbox. Lol!

Oh my goodness look how ugly those green monsters are!!

And I love hearing how much you loved being a Mom! It's not something that I've wanted for very long, but it's truly quite a special experience feeling something grow inside you and I honestly can't wait to meet the baby!

I never wanted to be a mother. When I got married I told my husband I didn’t want children. Then, whoopsie a year later I was pregnant though I was on birth control. I was devastated and cried all my first trimester. Then I was miserable and depressed the 2nd and 3rd. I didn’t even want to be a mom the day I went into labor.

Then when DS was born and I heard his first cry MY WHOLE WORLD CHANGED! He became the most precarious thing in my life and I immediately fell in love.

So, the young woman who hated kids and didn’t want to be a mom ended up being cuckoo crazy about her two and corralling all their friends to come over our house and on our vacations. Ain’t life funny?

Never say never. Loving being a mom was the nicest plate of crow I ever ate.

I’m assuming something similar will happen when the (blech!) grand demons... Er..: I mean grand kids arrive. But, right now I’m glad they aren’t here yet. I’m having too much fun with my newly minted adult kids. Lol!

You will adore being a mom. It’s hard, disappointing, frustrating, maddening, confusing and completely tiring. And still wonderful!

I must admit that I was very tempted to buy that Dior book tote and use it as a baby bag. But I resisted!!! And now I'm wondering what I was thinking hearing from all of you I'm glad that I didn't buy that tote. I do think they are kind of cool and useful for travel, but they are VERY trendy. Who knows how long that trend will last? I really wanted a Dior saddle bag for the longest time, but now that itch has passed.

Except for the large logo don’t think it’s really trendy. It’s a standard shape. If you like it you should get it. People wonder why I have 7 metallic bags (most of which are lambskin) and wear them all casually. Lol! Get what makes you happy!

 

[dcooney4]

Wait, what? I missed the racist Galliano thing. <races to Google>

OMG! This was awful!!! Racist, anti semitic. Heck, he even insulted the woman’s thighs! What the ham sandwich???

He claims he doesn’t remember it because of addictions. As my Southern grandma always said “The drunk mouth says what the sober mind’s thinking”. People don’t become different. Their existing hidden or repressed bad aspect show. SMH!
https://www.theguardian.com/world/2011/sep/08/john-galliano-guilty-racism-antisemitism

And, I hate that bag. It doesn’t say Dior to me at all. I hate it’s sister patterns even more. But, for those who love it great. It’s like I love Chanel and don’t like the Gabriel. No, let me stop, it’s not. I definitely see the Gabriel as fitting Chanel. It’s just not my cup of tea. I don’t see these trumped up storage bags as having the Dior aesthetic.

That being said, they are better than the horrible artist line they just did on the Lady Diors. This mossy madness is one of the bags for purchase. My SA actually called me to see if I wanted it as she received (got stuck) with one.
View attachment 4323709
I happened to run across these shoes and thought - A match! Just what I need if I’m going to meet Big Foot and some woodland nymphs for a lovely lunch in a dank forest View attachment 4323708

I looooooooved being a mom. Once my kids got to be about 2 they were so much fun to raise and be around.
But, I’m the oddball. I am soooo not looking forward to being a grandmother. I didn’t get that gene. Luckily, neither of my children look like they are getting married any time soon so I’m safe for now! Lol!
When I was thinking navy it was because I have a cobalt blue quilted chain strap Miss Dior bag and wanted some distance between the two. But, I’ve decided not to dye.
Thanks for the compliment on the bag. But, this is why I never say never on fashion. Sometimes something just hits me the right way and I have to eat another big ol’ plate of crow because I swore I wouldn’t touch that type of thing with a 10 foot pole.
Hmmmm...maybe I’d like my ivory Chanel better if I had super cool ivory boots
Yes!!!!!!
This is gorgeous. One my favorites you’ve shown.

If you buy the ivory boots will go get a Go go cage to dance in? Just kidding! That could work.

 

[Sparkletastic]

If you buy the ivory boots will go get a Go go cage to dance in? Just kidding! That could work.

ROFL! Don’t tempt me!

But, yea. I would definitely want to keep down the mod 60’s vibe. That doesn’t really work with my style either.

The question is...where to find ivory boots? I still haven’t found the basic black boots I want. (I did I mentioned Nordstrom sent me the wrong boots? I’m so bummed. I had to return them and they can find / no longer have the display one I tried on to reorder. I also didn’t keep the cobalt blue ankle booties with the silver heel. Everyone in my family hated them. I still loved them but, they all can’t be wrong. LOL!

I should probably focus on strappy sandals. It’s more likely to be warm here like today (68 degrees in Jan) than cold.

Here is my bag #11 of 10. Prada double zip tote in tamaris (salmon pink) saffiano w/ghw with Tom Ford Miranda sunnies. If I EVER think of selling this bag like I was last year, please come as a group to my house and bag slap me! When I don’t wear the bag I always think I don’t want it. But every time I wear it I love it.

Form and pretty is one thing. But, function reigns surpreme. I love the Dior WOC I had on yesterday but it isn’t the most functional bag. It’s small and the snap is fiddle. But, THIS bag is super functional and easy to wear. The double zips are perfect for keeping my wallet and other items secure but separated. The open center is perfect for my sunnies, cosmetic case and any number of other things I throw in during the day. It can even hold a water bottle and snack. Yet it’s still relatively small. It can be worn in ANY weather and wipes clean.

I’ve gotten some fun bags lately but I need to keep my eye on function too.

I would wear this (and it’s red sister) more if I had more accessories to go with gold hw. I need to work on that. I now have 3 bags with gold hardware that I really want to wear but I’m thwarted by shoes.

 

[Annabel Lee]

Another black bag. Almost done. Vintage Coach also made in Italy. The charm is recent.

Beautiful! And hard to believe it's vintage--it looks terrific.

This.

I had an experience years ago at a dinner party, where the (much older) host became quite drunk and proceeded to blatently insult my religion. It wasn't just one throw-away comment... he went on & on. I was practically in tears, but since he was so much older, and also the host, plus I was seated right next to him at the dining room table, I didn't feel as though I could respond in any way. So I just sat there, looking down at my plate. The Hubster and I left the party as soon as we decently could. The next day the man's wife called me to apologize, saying that her husband really didn't mean it, and putting it all down to "too many martinis."

Nope.

Yuck. I'm so sorry, Elaine. What an awful experience, and what a jerk. At least he did you the favor of letting you know not to associate with him anymore.

Give me your perspective ladies (do we have any gents that have joined us this year?)

When I think about what I want in my collection over the next few years (not counting work bags), I want

• a black lamb jumbo SF Chanel flap
• a pink Chanel (size / type TBD)
• a stunning but inexpensive green bag (like my red Trussardi. I only spent a few hundred on that bag but love it as much as my Diors.)
• A navy bag (something unique!)
• A black tote (will it ever happen?)

But, I have 7 black bags. So something needs to go before I get an 8th and 9th. (At least I think so. I do actually wear all of them. Sooooo?)

I have 4 silver bags. I don’t need that many. The PS never gets worn anymore.

But, I don’t want to put a lot of new money towards bags this year. I got 4 as gifts from DF last year and I’m concentrating on clothes, shoes and jewelry which is a ridiculously expensive undertaking.

So this is what I think I’m going to do3

• Sell the Ivory Chanel
• Sell the silver Proenza Schouler
• Sell the black Proenza Schouler
• Sell the grey metallic Jimmy Choo hobo (I really like the look but, it’s a slouchy back hole and drives me crazy.)

That would yeild me enough to get a black Chanel SF jumbo w/shw.

Then I can hunt for the right pink Chanel over time and buy it. If I feel like it’s redundant with the Dior, I can sell her at that time.

I have a lot of heartache about selling the PS’s and the J Choo but, I don’t wear them. I keep the PS’s in case I need something non branded but honestly, that just isn’t coming up. My other bags are quiet enough that they don’t cause a ruckus. I would rather search for a different non branded bag for work functions.

Re: the J Choo. I reeaaaaally like the bag. It’s so not me. But I still love it. That brings said I think it be better off buying a more functional large bag when those come back in style (which we know they will.)

Thoughts?

How different are the black bags you already have? I have a ton of black bags too, but they almost never steal wears from one another. If you start getting into any sort of regular overlap, though, it's probably time to cull.

Would an organizer help with the Jimmy Choo? If not, and if it would leave a gap, maybe it's worth replacing it before you get rid of it.

 

[whateve]

Oh my goodness look how ugly those green monsters are!!

And I love hearing how much you loved being a Mom! It's not something that I've wanted for very long, but it's truly quite a special experience feeling something grow inside you and I honestly can't wait to meet the baby!

I also loved being a mom! I wasn't much for other people's kids but I loved having my own.

 

[lynne_ross]

Give me your perspective ladies (do we have any gents that have joined us this year?)

When I think about what I want in my collection over the next few years (not counting work bags), I want

• a black lamb jumbo SF Chanel flap
• a pink Chanel (size / type TBD)
• a stunning but inexpensive green bag (like my red Trussardi. I only spent a few hundred on that bag but love it as much as my Diors.)
• A navy bag (something unique!)
• A black tote (will it ever happen?)

But, I have 7 black bags. So something needs to go before I get an 8th and 9th. (At least I think so. I do actually wear all of them. Sooooo?)

I have 4 silver bags. I don’t need that many. The PS never gets worn anymore.

But, I don’t want to put a lot of new money towards bags this year. I got 4 as gifts from DF last year and I’m concentrating on clothes, shoes and jewelry which is a ridiculously expensive undertaking.

So this is what I think I’m going to do3

• Sell the Ivory Chanel
• Sell the silver Proenza Schouler
• Sell the black Proenza Schouler
• Sell the grey metallic Jimmy Choo hobo (I really like the look but, it’s a slouchy back hole and drives me crazy.)

That would yeild me enough to get a black Chanel SF jumbo w/shw.

Then I can hunt for the right pink Chanel over time and buy it. If I feel like it’s redundant with the Dior, I can sell her at that time.

I have a lot of heartache about selling the PS’s and the J Choo but, I don’t wear them. I keep the PS’s in case I need something non branded but honestly, that just isn’t coming up. My other bags are quiet enough that they don’t cause a ruckus. I would rather search for a different non branded bag for work functions.

Re: the J Choo. I reeaaaaally like the bag. It’s so not me. But I still love it. That brings said I think it be better off buying a more functional large bag when those come back in style (which we know they will.)

Thoughts?

You HAVE to sell the cream chanel. You HAVE to based on all your comments on this thread.
Otherwise your plan sounds good.

 

[dcooney4]

Another black bag. Almost done. Vintage Coach also made in Italy. The charm is recent.

So pretty!

 

[dcooney4]

The only way I would wear that green Dior is if I had a date with the grinch.

 

[Sparkletastic]

Beautiful! And hard to believe it's vintage--it looks terrific.


Yuck. I'm so sorry, Elaine. What an awful experience, and what a jerk. At least he did you the favor of letting you know not to associate with him anymore.


How different are the black bags you already have? I have a ton of black bags too, but they almost never steal wears from one another. If you start getting into any sort of regular overlap, though, it's probably time to cull.

Would an organizer help with the Jimmy Choo? If not, and if it would leave a gap, maybe it's worth replacing it before you get rid of it.

My black bags are:

Non Work:

• Dior Ltd Edition Studded Diorama WOC (5 wear in a month)
• Fendi Large By the Way Bag (89 wear in 2.5 years)
• Jimmy Choo Raven Hobo (24 wear in a 1.5 years)
• Louis Vuitton LockMe II BB (76 wear in 3 years)
• Proenza Schouler Black Sm Courier (22 wear in 4 years)
• Saint Laurent So Black Mono Cabas (26 wear in 1 year)

Work only:

• Max Mara Black Whitney

My non work bags get a lot of wear because I work from home and travel to see clients. So, unless I’m client facing I wear my other bags. (I did stick my Dior WOC in my laptop for one trip as a test and it worked really well!)

If any bags were possible overlap it would be the Fendi and YSL but they feel so different to me. The Fendi is sporty while the YSL is classy.

Like I said, I have a teeny bit of heartburn over selling the black PS because it’s complexity non branded. But, I’m not crazy about it. Perhaps it’s just the kind of bag I “need” to have. It can’t hurt to let it sit a while.

I don’t see the black Chanel as stealing a lot of wear either. I’d wear it when I currently wear my LV or Dior WOC but need something bigger. I think it would be a good add. When I had the bag in patent I always wished it was in a different material and I would have worn it.

Ya know, after thinking about this. I think I need to just get the black flap regardless. I want it. I’ll wear it. I’ll be happy with it. The silver PS just needs to go. No worries there. The black Jimmy Choo gives me a large ish bag to hold me over til I find a larger neutral non black bag. So, I can also sell the JC Biker bag. (I’ve tried pouches. It still drives me cuckoo)

I have the black PS up for sale and if it goes at my asking I won’t be upset. But it has enough utility (and looks new) that I won’t let it go for nothing.

I need to wear the ivory flap this spring and sell if I don’t LOVE it. Too much money in that bag for it to be a closet dweller.

The pink Chanel will come when it comes. If I haven’t bought it by now, I’m probably not as hot on it as I think.

And, let’s ask the heavens to open and present me with a super cool, relatively inexpensive green bag and a black tote ray

 

[whateve]

ROFL! Don’t tempt me!

But, yea. I would definitely want to keep down the mod 60’s vibe. That doesn’t really work with my style either.

The question is...where to find ivory boots? I still haven’t found the basic black boots I want. (I did I mentioned Nordstrom sent me the wrong boots? I’m so bummed. I had to return them and they can find / no longer have the display one I tried on to reorder. I also didn’t keep the cobalt blue ankle booties with the silver heel. Everyone in my family hated them. I still loved them but, they all can’t be wrong. LOL!

I should probably focus on strappy sandals. It’s more likely to be warm here like today (68 degrees in Jan) than cold.

Here is my bag #11 of 10. Prada double zip tote in tamaris (salmon pink) saffiano w/ghw with Tom Ford Miranda sunnies. If I EVER think of selling this bag like I was last year, please come as a group to my house and bag slap me! When I don’t wear the bag I always think I don’t want it. But every time I wear it I love it. View attachment 4323823

Form and pretty is one thing. But, function reigns surpreme. I love the Dior WOC I had on yesterday but it isn’t the most functional bag. It’s small and the snap is fiddle. But, THIS bag is super functional and easy to wear. The double zips are perfect for keeping my wallet and other items secure but separated. The open center is perfect for my sunnies, cosmetic case and any number of other things I throw in during the day. It can even hold a water bottle and snack. Yet it’s still relatively small. It can be worn in ANY weather and wipes clean.

I’ve gotten some fun bags lately but I need to keep my eye on function too.

I would wear this (and it’s red sister) more if I had more accessories to go with gold hw. I need to work on that. I now have 3 bags with gold hardware that I really want to wear but I’m thwarted by shoes.

I love this color. I just sold a bag this color. It was so pretty but the shape and size didn't work for me.

 

[ElainePG]

That is absolutely horrible!! I'm so sorry that you had that experience. I've experienced racism and bullying at various points in my life but I try to surround myself with people, at this age, who love me and are my biggest fans (and I am theirs as well). Sometimes, it can't be avoided though. Those types of situations really never leave you, so I feel for you.

What a sweet thing to say. It was years ago, and honestly I never think about it, but the discussion about Galliano brought it to mind. Like you, I make it a point to only keep positive people in my life. But sometimes "stuff" happens. When you least expect it.