I think my only deal breaker is the bag needs to be able to be used in the rain/snow. I live in an all seasons climate and I live in a city where I am out a lot without a car so my bag will be exposed. So I will not carry a bag that can not be exposed to some rain/snow. So no exotics for me.
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Oh, yes, I hate fiddly clasps too. I only have one bag with a fiddly clasp: my Valentino tote. And I solved the problem by leaving the clasp permanently in the "off" position. But lesson learned: I won't buy a bag with a complicated clasp again!
I love a leather lining, but I don't love the extra weight. So I'm happy to have bags with fabric linings... as long as they look well-made.
Hrmmm… I love posts/questions like these because they make me think about what really matters to *me* in a purse.There's a post up today on the Purse Blog today about whether no top zipper on a tote is a deal-breaker. For me it isn't, since I live in a small town. And even for my zippered bags (like my 3 Balenciagas) I never zip them up. But I understand where it definitely would be a concern for city-dwellers.
For me, a deal-breaker is a bag that doesn't have a zipped pocket on the inside, at the back of the bag. It doesn't have to be large... in fact, small is good. But it absolutely has to be there. It's where I put my car keys, my house keys, and my little mini-pen. Those are three things I use all the time, and I HATE fishing for them inside a handbag.And this is why, even though I adore the look of it, I will never own an Hermès Evelyne.
Any bag design deal-breakers for anyone here?
The only real 'deal breaker' for me is dividers. . I can never remember which side what is in and end up having to look in both before finding whatever I'm looking for. Because I don't carry anything loose in my purse, my keys are the only thing that could be considered uncontained - and because they're the only thing, they're easy to find. Everything else that could be loose - lipsticks, aspirin, flossing sticks, small foundation stick, tissues, hand sanitizer, etc - goes in a pouch.
I'm also not fond of zippers on totes… I just want to reach in, grab and go. However - when traveling - I use my LC Le Pliage Neo with it's very nice zipper. Because when traveling - you never know!
For the Color of February - Hermès Drag 2
My second Extreme Team bag - Mulberry Blossom Tote - zomg the leather on this! And it also counts in the red category!
(First ET bag was the LC Le Pliage Neo - carried twice while traveling [emoji38])
My second Extreme Team bag - Mulberry Blossom Tote - zomg the leather on this! And it also counts in the red category!
(First ET bag was the LC Le Pliage Neo - carried twice while traveling [emoji38])
That's a good point about having everything in pouches, and therefore the only "loose" item is your keys. I don't carry very much loose stuff in my bags, but the few things I do carry I used to put in pouches. A couple of years ago I stopped, because I felt as though the pouches were adding a bit of extraneous bulk and weight. But (again, I'm thinking of the Evelyne!) pouches for everything but keys would certainly be an option, if a bag doesn't have the sort of zipper I've always thought was non-negotiable.
I used to always buy bags with dividers... a palce for everything, and everything in its place!... but I agree with you that it's easy to forget what's where. Now I only have three bags with dividers: my Mulberry Bayswater Double-Zip, my Fendi BTW, and my new Gucci Queen Margaret (the one with the big honking bee on it).
I love (read LOVE) that big honking bee!!
These look delicious ... I'm thinking of ripe fruit in the summertime!
Wasn't there a question in your mind about the H Drag last year? Were you concerned about the weight, or the handles? (Forgive me if I've remembered it wrong. So much goes on in this thread!)
I adore both these bags - the colors are so gorgeous! The picture of the H doesn't really do it justice…. I should take another!
This thread moves at blinding speed, I got way behind while on vacation!
I haven't been concerned with the Drag, but I did ask questions last year about the LA bag - I was concerned the shoulder straps would be too short. I went ahead and purchased one based on some information I received, and well - I do wish they were a tad longer. It fits fine, and I can get it on my shoulder in just clothing (but not with a coat or jacket), but I'd like a little more drop.
At my height, all of me is longer than 'standard' sizing.
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Hi essiedub,
Thank you for the scarf and pen love! The scarf is from the men’s line, I believe A/W 2017. I am using a prefilled cartridge in this pen. It does come with a cartridge if you prefer to fill your own. Here’s a pic of the cartridges and what I mean about the ink colour.
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Congratulations on your beautiful black tote! I like the flap top and the inside layout. I’m glad the caviar texture is good and you like the hardware. It sounds like it ticks all the boxes!My people! My people!
The heavens have opened
The search for my black tote is over!
Here she is!! Yay!!
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Despite the crazy with the shipping box, there were no issues with the box or bag!!!
She’s perfect for me. The caviar is softer than I had with my red 10c jumbo so I get durability without the plastic-y feel. And, the hardware is ruthenium so it’s not ultra shiny. I really prefer it being more low key.
The flap closures provide light security and open to divided sections in which my laptop fit perfectly! Also a zip section will keep my wallet secureView attachment 4332243View attachment 4332251I was worried about the back pocket but it’s much more roomy than I thought. It will fit my iPhone and travel documents. It will also fit both my and Mr. S’s iPhone X’s (here is his, I had to take the photo with mine. LolView attachment 4332242And, she came with a full set: box, bag, ribbon, flower, auth card, booker,
Thank the purse goddess. I FINALLY have my black tote. Whoop!!!!!!!
Mr. S and I are going on a couple of vacations in March so she arrived just in time!!!
I agree with @ElainePG the leather looks fabulous - chewy with a nice sheen.
Cookiefiend, both of these bags are gorgeous!
Deal breakers for me include faux leather, heavy bags and too short strap drop.There's a post up today on the Purse Blog today about whether no top zipper on a tote is a deal-breaker. For me it isn't, since I live in a small town. And even for my zippered bags (like my 3 Balenciagas) I never zip them up. But I understand where it definitely would be a concern for city-dwellers.
For me, a deal-breaker is a bag that doesn't have a zipped pocket on the inside, at the back of the bag. It doesn't have to be large... in fact, small is good. But it absolutely has to be there. It's where I put my car keys, my house keys, and my little mini-pen. Those are three things I use all the time, and I HATE fishing for them inside a handbag.
Any bag design deal-breakers for anyone here?
For me its a middle zippered compartment that flops around s o that you have to move it every time you want to see on either side of it. And secondly a too narrow to opening, argggggg.