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

[ElainePG]

Selfridges sale is on!

I bought a mini bag to wear to parties! Jimmy Choo.

In my defence it was 50% off, there were only two pieces available and it was firmly on my wish list for this year (even though the year hasn’t started! )

I will see how it looks and whether it’s better than the more expensive YSL WOC I had shortlisted. It looks like it has much better capacity but if it’s less pretty and doesn’t make my heart sing, I won’t settle, I’ll return it.

It's really pretty! Quite right not to settle, though. Is the YSL WOC also a metallic?

 

[jill39]

This new year I want to get a Chanel bag and THAT IS IT!!!!!!!!!
In 2018 I got 6 or 7 designer bags and I got really upset with myself. Upset because I couldn’t control myself and use my common sense to realize that I don’t need six freaking handbags. New decisions this new year and more wisdom!!!!

Totally onboard with this way of thinking!!!

 

[ElainePG]

This new year I want to get a Chanel bag and THAT IS IT!!!!!!!!!
In 2018 I got 6 or 7 designer bags and I got really upset with myself. Upset because I couldn’t control myself and use my common sense to realize that I don’t need six freaking handbags. New decisions this new year and more wisdom!!!!

You're definitely in the right thread if you want help in curbing your handbag purchases! Not that we ever do any shaming here... NEVER!!! But if you're tempted, you can run it past everyone on the thread first and we'll "encourage" you to give it a wee bit more thought before pulling the trigger.

That being said, which Chanel bag are you thinking about? I don't own any, but I've always liked the look of the Reissues best. Do you already have Chanel bags in your collection?

 

[whateve]

None of my bags are truly versatile. Most are everyday bags and the best of those have a little extra room for a water bottle or other extras. When we travel, I reach for one of these. None of these very dressy and so I wouldn't choose them to wear to a party or a formal event but I wear them out to eat all the time. I guess the bag that can go from casual to dressy and still hold most of my daily stuff is this vintage Coach. I have some clutches and small bags that can go dressy but they aren't as versatile.

 

[bellebellebelle19]

Two questions popped into my head and I’d love to hear everyone’s thoughts:

1) Do you know how much your total collection cost? Do you care? Has anyone ever thought to manage their bags by total cost vs total number, total amount of space, etc? If you knew how much your collection cost would it change your behavior?

I have no idea but could add it up pretty quickly. The number isn’t important to me at all.

2) How do you and your family communicate with each other on what you want as gifts? We keep Pinterest pages - one is X’s Wish List (items over $1000) and the other is X’s stocking stuffers. That way we always have a number of things to choose from that are exactly what the person wants but they’re still surprised. Getting my DS to use Pinterest was a problem til he saw how happy my DS was with her presents.

I counted how much my collection costs full price once, and it was terrifying. I had guessed around $2k - no idea why I thought that was right - and I was soooo wrong. I do feel slightly better that I have paid full price for very few of my bags!

There’s an idea for a slow week:

What is your oldest bag? Do you still use it? If not, why do you keep it?

My oldest bag is a monogram yellow Dooney shoulder bag my mom gifted me - it's not my first, but it is the oldest I've kept! I actually still use it. I've always thought it was cute. And now that early 2000s shoulder bag style is coming back in trend

[emoji173]️ How do you feel about organic and clean/natural skincare? I used to not care about ingredients too much and was buying Murad, Trish McAvoy and other branded and lovely products. But now, with the pregnancy, I’m more cognizant of what is in the products that I use. And I always love hearing what products others swear by!

I actually buy a lot of my skincare from Amazon! There's a bunch of small brands that sell there. I find that the expensive brands have a lot of toxic and unnecessary ingredients. I try to use stuff that has only a few. Rather than using a bunch of heavy creams with who-knows-what in them, I layer on a couple of toners and face oil and my face is much happier than before

 

[ElainePG]

None of my bags are truly versatile. Most are everyday bags and the best of those have a little extra room for a water bottle or other extras. When we travel, I reach for one of these. None of these very dressy and so I wouldn't choose them to wear to a party or a formal event but I wear them out to eat all the time. I guess the bag that can go from casual to dressy and still hold most of my daily stuff is this vintage Coach. I have some clutches and small bags that can go dressy but they aren't as versatile.

Pretty bag... and that dragonfly charm is great!

 

[Rhl2987]

I got confused flipping between the 2018 and 2019 thread so decided to respond here!

@ElainePG I have the same pen. Right now my mini pens of choice are still my Boheme Montblancs. I have a matching set in Lilas Pirouette, in a mini purple Montblanc leather pen case. So portable but make me feel so polished and joyous. It’s just pure love

I may not have mentioned that I have many many many notebooks... here are some more Smythsons

Happy birthday dear Elaine!!! Your birthday cake sounds divine and very adult

@vink Japanese stationery

@Sparkletastic
I’ve been spoiled rotten Today is our anniversary so besides the small Chanel goodies, I had a long spa outing today and some more shopping. Being a sensible person, I stuck to buying necessities like a marble & brass essential oil burner () and another “tea for one” set

Oh and a huge bouquet of flowers arrived at the hotel. Mr Dawn preordered from a local florist

A collage of some of my goodies attached. A Chanel card holder to expand my collection of black SLGs, and some makeup I wanted to add and replenish, as well as intense new version of one of my preferred perfumes, Coco Mam’zelle.

Sounds like a lovely anniversary!

 

[Miss_Dawn]

None of my bags are truly versatile. Most are everyday bags and the best of those have a little extra room for a water bottle or other extras. When we travel, I reach for one of these. None of these very dressy and so I wouldn't choose them to wear to a party or a formal event but I wear them out to eat all the time. I guess the bag that can go from casual to dressy and still hold most of my daily stuff is this vintage Coach. I have some clutches and small bags that can go dressy but they aren't as versatile.

This looks very stylish. Absolutely lovely with the golden charm

 

[Miss_Dawn]

Merry Christmas everyone

 

[vink]

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.

Thanks!

 

[vink]

Some things we have are best in class, others aren't because it isn't that important to us. Our furniture is the best. A lot of it was custom made.

Our car is mid-priced. We have no need for anything better and we wouldn't want to draw attention. We live in a small town. Anything ostentatious is out of place.

I have a theory about quality. For some things, you can only get so much quality, then after that you are paying for the brand name. If I'm looking for a cotton tee shirt, the only things I care about are the quality of the material and the quality of the construction. Many are going to be top quality and yet be priced differently. Maybe I don't want the best quality in every case, because the top quality cotton is very thin and maybe I want something thicker.

I've heard that Hermes quality is the best but none of the styles appeal to me. I've heard the leather is topnotch but it looks awfully stiff to me. Plus the practical side of me can't justify the price.

For skin care, I use very simple, inexpensive items. I've never had problems with my skin. I get compliments and I think that is because I don't use a lot. The last several years I've been unable to use most products because plant based ingredients interfere with a drug I'm taking.

I also enjoy variety. I'd rather have 50 mid-priced bags than 10 premium bags.

I somewhat agree with you. For things that I’m into, I want it as best as I can. For things that I don’t really care, as long as it does the job and relatively reasonable, that’s fine for me. My brothers love fancy hotels and pool villa, a cute normal room in great location is fine for me. But I’ll pay for good food and jewelry that I like. I actually don’t really limit myself for expensive for cheap only. I like a mix of everything. I believe that good things can come cheap, but sometimes, we also have to pay the price. Then, I’ll compare later what work best for me and stick to that.

 

[vink]

I got confused flipping between the 2018 and 2019 thread so decided to respond here!

@ElainePG I have the same pen. Right now my mini pens of choice are still my Boheme Montblancs. I have a matching set in Lilas Pirouette, in a mini purple Montblanc leather pen case. So portable but make me feel so polished and joyous. It’s just pure love

I may not have mentioned that I have many many many notebooks... here are some more Smythsons

Happy birthday dear Elaine!!! Your birthday cake sounds divine and very adult

@vink Japanese stationery

@Sparkletastic
I’ve been spoiled rotten Today is our anniversary so besides the small Chanel goodies, I had a long spa outing today and some more shopping. Being a sensible person, I stuck to buying necessities like a marble & brass essential oil burner () and another “tea for one” set

Oh and a huge bouquet of flowers arrived at the hotel. Mr Dawn preordered from a local florist

A collage of some of my goodies attached. A Chanel card holder to expand my collection of black SLGs, and some makeup I wanted to add and replenish, as well as intense new version of one of my preferred perfumes, Coco Mam’zelle.

Happy anniversary!

 

[vink]

Merry Christmas and happy holidays!

 

[pdxhb]

....
Speaking of food, what is everyone’s favorite foods - main meal item, dessert and drink?

My favorite main meal items are seafood - anything that swims, floats, creeps or crawls in the water will get happily eaten by me. My favorite dessert is WARM SUGAR COOKIES!!! My favorite drink is fresh lemonade. I like lemonade so much that I can’t have it in the house and avoid it like it’s crack. I would drink a gallon a day and keep looking for more. LOL!

I am currently waiting to go to my in-laws' place to celebrate their version of Christmas which, of course, is making me think of favorite foods. We are bringing a marionberry pie to share which is usually a big hit.
My favorite dinner is a *really* well prepared salmon fillet, preferably something wild caught from the Copper River. Dessert - a rich chocolate cake with chocolate buttercream frosting. I drink water or tea and definitely like a good cuppa black tea with milk.

Thinking about holiday cooking, next season I plan on pulling out my family recipe for spritz cookies - I've been carting around a press for ages and should put it to good use.

What is your favorite holiday for treats/dessert? I am partial to celebrating people's birthdays with a treat tailored to their tastes (I like to bake).

 

[pdxhb]

I got confused flipping between the 2018 and 2019 thread so decided to respond here!

@ElainePG I have the same pen. Right now my mini pens of choice are still my Boheme Montblancs. I have a matching set in Lilas Pirouette, in a mini purple Montblanc leather pen case. So portable but make me feel so polished and joyous. It’s just pure love

I may not have mentioned that I have many many many notebooks... here are some more Smythsons

Happy birthday dear Elaine!!! Your birthday cake sounds divine and very adult

@vink Japanese stationery

@Sparkletastic
I’ve been spoiled rotten Today is our anniversary so besides the small Chanel goodies, I had a long spa outing today and some more shopping. Being a sensible person, I stuck to buying necessities like a marble & brass essential oil burner () and another “tea for one” set

Oh and a huge bouquet of flowers arrived at the hotel. Mr Dawn preordered from a local florist

A collage of some of my goodies attached. A Chanel card holder to expand my collection of black SLGs, and some makeup I wanted to add and replenish, as well as intense new version of one of my preferred perfumes, Coco Mam’zelle.

Happy anniversary! Looks like a wonderful celebration!