2019 resolution - shopping my own bag and wallet collection. Any one else?
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Ooh, these are both stunning bags. I wouldn't kick either one out of my closet.
I giggled aloud at that! I do too, of course, but I'm not nearly so glamorous IRL.I love your fantasy life!
Thank you!
I had a giggle about your fantasy life too - I do the same when on vacay…. then come home to the real world filled with work, a muddy dog and the exercise equipment.
Which also sounds like funThank you!
I had a giggle about your fantasy life too - I do the same when on vacay…. then come home to the real world filled with work, a muddy dog and the exercise equipment.
I forgot a dealbreaker--anything hard to maintain or something with known issues (LV vernis, I'm looking at you). .
I’ve never gotten into the pouch thing either. They take up too much room. Plus other than happily using a small pouch for makeup and lotion (to protect against leakage) I don’t really carry enough to justify separate pouches. My purse is my “pouch”. Lol!
So, I’m like you, I want a zip pocket and preferably also a slip pocket. Other than that, I want the bag open.
Thank you!
oh yes! I forgot about faux leather. That’s a definite no go.
Too short of a strap drop is another. I don’t like armpit bags. I can’t remement what I mentioned before but, I have to also add tiny bags, floppy / slouchy bags, bags with uncomfortable or difficult openings (this is the only reason I don’t have a Lady Dior), large or lots of logos, lots of hanging embellishments (fringe, charms, etc.), and thin straps that dig into my shoulder.
And stylewise I just don’t like ultra ridgid, prim, divided section, arm / hand carry pocket books. (Not to be confused with less severe, ladylike, arm / hand carry bags that I find to be gorgeous) They look dated and they never seem to hold anything because of the super thin divided sections. Yet, they are usually large profile. Just not my thing at all. The last brand I saw making these was Prada several years ago. I can’t remember the last time I’ve seen one on tPF.
Yes. I used to enjoy the look of patent. Now I don’t enjoy the look and I’m not willing to have non black patent discolor over time. Or get the odd scuffs that can’t be removed.
Faaab!!! Fiercely beautiful!!
I was held up with work stuff (why do I have to be an adult??) so I was later than I wanted in getting my tote from the post office.
And, THIS is the condition of the box!!!! View attachment 4331781 What in the world???So I’m going to wait til I get home to (fully) open it. This is ridiculous.
thank god it's not the other way around!!!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!!!
Big congrats, dear! you deserved it and i hope you will enjoy it for many years to come!!
I carry one pouch, and it's more about not getting my wallet and bag dirty or scuffed than for organization. I always put my lipstick in it, and I'll often put my keys in it as well depending on the interior of the bag.
I've seen some really lovely designer SLGs that would work for this purpose, but mine are all airline/cosmetic company versions that I'm happy to throw in the wash when they get dirty and eventually throw out when they're too worn.
I've seen some really lovely designer SLGs that would work for this purpose, but mine are all airline/cosmetic company versions that I'm happy to throw in the wash when they get dirty and eventually throw out when they're too worn.
And FINGERPRINTS! I'm not a neat freak or one to fuss over every little imperfection, but the smudgy look of fingerprints all over patent leather just really drives me up a tree.
+1 - just one pouch with lipstick and the previously mentioned items. Mine is just a cute pouch I found at Nordstrom with an adorable dog on the front.
I have one pouch. It's a cosmetic case/pencil case that holds all the miscellaneous small things I don't use often - eye drops, headache medicine, emery board, dental floss... The only small thing I don't put in there is my lip balm because I use that all the time.
for me a deal-breaker is heavy hw, , something fussy (H locks would drive me bonkers!), and the drawstring closure... just NO!
i am a big fan of pouches, so much easier to transfer my stuff from one bag to another! I have a lot of them, big brands, no brands, Kipling fabric ones...
I have several Massacchesi Penelope midis that I use. They are so soft, they take up very little room, are lightweight and can be shaped into any size handbag.
