That would be my BV tote that can zip up on both sides to make it neat and flat or unzip completely and make it slouchy and fun.
2019 resolution - shopping my own bag and wallet collection. Any one else?
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I’ll need to go dig in my collection to confirm a couple details and take photos, but the bags I have had longest are my evening bags. There are two small purses which I inherited from my grandma (who had some amazing accessories!) at one point when I was in high school, one which I purchased from a store where I worked around the same time, and a velvet drawstring bag with an antique carved ivory bead that my mom made for me. They don’t take up much room plus all have a personal connection so I keep them. I always have an evening bag when I need it! Might not be often but it is nice.
There are a few other bags I have kept for ages but which have not seen use: a Fiorucci clear plastic tote with graphics from the 80s, a Coach tote my mom purchased for me from the outlet around 1995, and a tote from a store I frequented when I went to school in Florence during the aummer of 1994.
I started my bag journey a long time ago but have dipped in and out of actively thinking about what works or what I should add. I purchased and let go of a Furla satchel in appx 1992; I should have kept that one, as the leather was divine!
I'll tell him you said so! He'll get a chuckle!
So then he said, "Of COURSE you are!" (But we've been married a really long time. He knows me very well!)
I'll tell him you said so! He'll get a chuckle!
So then he said, "Of COURSE you are!" (But we've been married a really long time. He knows me very well!)
DH keeps getting annoyed I refuse to put all my appointments on the iPhone calendar and still rely on my old fashion planner book. [emoji23][emoji23][emoji23] One day, he even said something like it’s 2018 and you have a smartphone! [emoji23][emoji23][emoji23] I still prefer my planner anyway. [emoji12][emoji12][emoji12] So, everytime he ask if I have any plan for a specific day in the future, I’ll tell him “let me check me planner (if I don’t have it in hand at the moment) and I’ll get back to you.” He’ll just shake his head like I’m from the last century. [emoji28]
I'd have to say my two most flexible bags are my LV Capucines BB and my new Gucci Queen Margaret. Which is interesting, because they are both red. But I suppose they work because I wear so much black. I'd carry the LV if I were wearing silver jewelry, and the Gucci if I were wearing gold.
They each hold enough for daytime use, and they have long straps so they can be used cross body, but they are both dressy so they can be used in the evening as well. Not for a black tie event (for that, I'd carry a small clutch) but certainly to the opera or any event short of black tie.
Well, my husband uses a paper planner, and I use the one on my computer/phone, and neither one of us has ever missed an appointment, so I guess we're each doing what we're most comfy with! I don't think there's any "right" or "wrong" about it. Although of course if the power goes out, and my phone isn't charged up, I'll be out of luck. Then again, if the power goes off, and there aren't any batteries in our flashlights, he won't be able to see his paper planner!
I love this! In the photo it looks like my Nodini, but you're saying it zips up the sides, so obviously it's a larger bag than mine. Does BV still make this bag? Do you know what it's called?
I’m sorry I don’t know about what is safe during pregnancy or not, but I use a mix of brands. I think if you avoid essential oils and acids, a lot of these products would be fine.
So... I’m fickle with skincare
I just look at my skin and hair, and shop my stash to see what my skin’s needs are at any point, and use accordingly.I have a lot of British skincare brands. I use Liz Earle cleanser most days. I have a bunch of moisturisers in rotation based on how my skin is feeling. That includes Elemis, Sarah Chapman, Liz Earle, some indie New Zealand brands, La Roche Posay, Lancôme, and a few different serums too including Sarah Chapman, Decleor and Elemis.
I also use Alpha H Liquid Gold occasionally. It’s great for exfoliating (I even use it on my feet!)
For bathing, I like having a few indulgent scents. Aromatherapy Associates, Elemis, Chanel and Aerin are currently in use.
I agree the m/l is a bit Tetris, but I do find it so versatile. That was my concern about the jumbo - it looks HUGE on me, and I feel it’s a bit big for evening.
However, otherwise the jumbo is so much easier for day use and looks very elegant on some women.
I’m not familiar with the Stella MM. Do you have a picture?
Love the Furla Metropolis shape! I agree, that’s pretty versatile and must be beautiful in redYour hubby is great at picking gifts.How about a challenge wearing by materials like straw bags (in summer), lamb, calf, canvas, exotics etc.?
Happy to hear Alma is your grab bag. Mine is Furla Metropolis satchel in red. At the time I picked it up, I didn't have any red bags and loved the model but it did indeed sit in my closet for several months until I didn't care colour coordinating my outfits.
I agree, the world is so scary and children seem to grow up faster with every generation.
From how you speak of her, I’m sure you’re doing a great job to raise a thoughtful young lady.
Just googled this. It looks like a great neutral bag. I love structured shoulder bags!