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

[Rhl2987]

I adore the Medor clutch. Do you have one yet after rehoming the Jige? There are a few Hermes items that are perpetually on my wishlist--it's the Medor, the Constance, a larger Bolide and a larger Lindy. But as much as I like them, I have yet to find them in a color I really need and love, and I find Hermes intimidating enough that my efforts to find them have all been really limited.

I bet the Kelly Cut is beautiful. I hope you either find a way to use it or get a really good price for it if you wind up selling.

I do not have a Medor! I am tall and they stopped making the larger/longer size, so I found the currently available size a little bit short for what I was looking for in a handheld. It is very pretty though and I bet I would use it more than my Kelly Cut if I got the right color!

I am a fan of the new Bolide 1923 and the Lindy. I think that the right color combo would be very usable for everyday! I'm all about everyday bags or just bags that I will reach for regardless of their "purpose." For example, a pink ostrich Kelly is probably not an everyday bag but I bought it intending to use it for that purpose. Grocery store outings, going to the mall, taking my baby to the zoo someday, you name it. I want to be able to use my things whenever it will bring me joy!

You can find a lot of those bags online if you just peruse the website occasionally or look at the Hermes thread with online finds. I think it would be a great purchase if you can find something that is right for you in the right color! And, if you have a store nearby you should absolutely go in and inquire about these bags. It may be easier than you think!

Yup, there's going to be a price increase on everything... including scarves. It hasn't hit yet (I just checked the H site) but those in the know on tPF have said it's just around the corner.

I don't care for any of the scarves in the new season, so it hasn't affected me ... yet. But there's always the F/W19 season, which begins to show in the summer. I'm going to have to be droolingly smitten with one of the new designs to pay over $400 for a 90cm square of silk!

I agree! I had the Equateur on my wishlist because it comes in this gorgeous mint green that I've never seen in a Hermes scarf, but now I just hope I don't get the call about that anytime soon. I would never spend this kind of money outside of H but H is seriously addicting and has lovers under a spell! I guess the positive is that I've had pretty good luck rehoming the things that I no longer love which helps with purchasing the things that I find and do love!

 

[Rhl2987]

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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You have pretty handwriting!

 

[Rhl2987]

I like the reverse mono Cannes a lot, especially since it comes with a strap. The Petite Boite Chapeau is adorable. I hope you show them here some time.

I definitely will! I find it so hard to rotate with even the few bags that I have, so I am in awe of you ladies who do a great job with this! I suppose it is because I don't use a bag during the week when I'm in class. I just use a backpack. If I used a bag daily they'd be rotated more!

 

[Rhl2987]

Does anyone here with a penchant for jewelry have a love of VCA? I'm putting together my jewelry wishlist (which already has upgraded studs and a rose gold watch - either Patek or Rolex, likely preloved), and I'm wondering what anyone else might be able to share with VCA knowledge. I'm also doing plenty of research in the VCA thread

Also wondering about upgrading my studs. I currently have studs that are about .75 ctw per ear. And I'm looking to upgrade to just over 1 ctw per ear. Would that even make a difference or should I just keep my current ones for now until I'm able to go a bit larger?

 

[Cookiefiend]

I remember this Hermès from last year. Or was it two years ago?

Just last year [emoji253] Still love it!

 

[lynne_ross]

It is natural sable with PHW, so almost like a light tan-yellow. It's interesting because it kind of looks funny with my skin tone. It's really beautiful but just not super usable. My husband thinks it looks nice and that is partially why I bought it. He never likes H bags. Plus, it was purchased on our honeymoon so it was a nice memory of the trip. I think it could work well casually but I scared of the color and it's my only swift bag so I'm also nervous about that leather a bit. I've tried to rehome it a few times. I know I could and should just use and enjoy it but I don't get the opportunity to take it out. It's a really special bag/clutch. My jige was in Rose Jaipur. Bad decision. If it was gold I think I would have used it regularly, or even black. But I got the RJ and tired of it quickly.

I think the KP is so cute but I'm also scared I wouldn't be able to use/love that! Maybe the shape, if carried open, could be a bit more casual! What color is your KC?

Oh that is tough when it was a memorable purchase. Sable is gorgeous. Mine is swift too and it scares me to use but it seems fine in small bags. Mine is blue st cyr - medium to light blue. I find it works for all seasons with a different twilly.
Yes try with the straps hanging down that can also make it look more causual and less fussy.

 

[lynne_ross]

Does anyone here with a penchant for jewelry have a love of VCA? I'm putting together my jewelry wishlist (which already has upgraded studs and a rose gold watch - either Patek or Rolex, likely preloved), and I'm wondering what anyone else might be able to share with VCA knowledge. I'm also doing plenty of research in the VCA thread

Also wondering about upgrading my studs. I currently have studs that are about .75 ctw per ear. And I'm looking to upgrade to just over 1 ctw per ear. Would that even make a difference or should I just keep my current ones for now until I'm able to go a bit larger?

Head over to the VCA forum the woman there are so knowledgeable and kind.
But watch out I got into VCA a year and a half ago and already have 4 pieces and a gazzilon more I want to buy. My DH seems to prefer me purchasing jewelry over bags. I have a gold Rolex but I never wear it, I find it too flashy. Whereas most folks have no idea what my diamond peeled clover costs. VCA feels under the radar for me since it seems only people who own it know what it is.
I would personally wait to upgrade you diamond earrings. 1ct from 0.75 will barely be noticeable, but it depends how big you would be comfortable going - size wise.

 

[lynne_ross]

For the Color of February - Hermès Drag 2
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My second Extreme Team bag - Mulberry Blossom Tote - zomg the leather on this! And it also counts in the red category!
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(First ET bag was the LC Le Pliage Neo - carried twice while traveling [emoji38])

The leather on the drag is gorgeous. Do you use the bag for work or as a tote? What does the inside look like?

 

[Rhl2987]

Head over to the VCA forum the woman there are so knowledgeable and kind.
But watch out I got into VCA a year and a half ago and already have 4 pieces and a gazzilon more I want to buy. My DH seems to prefer me purchasing jewelry over bags. I have a gold Rolex but I never wear it, I find it too flashy. Whereas most folks have no idea what my diamond peeled clover costs. VCA feels under the radar for me since it seems only people who own it know what it is.
I would personally wait to upgrade you diamond earrings. 1ct from 0.75 will barely be noticeable, but it depends how big you would be comfortable going - size wise.

I appreciate your suggestions! Thank you! And that is very good to know about your Rolex. It's true. Nearly everyone knows Rolex so people would know what they're looking at when they saw my watch, and some may ogle. I think a Patek is so streamlined and classic looking that it would not stand out nearly as much. And not as many people would recognize a Calatrava.

I completely agree with you on the earrings. I love mine and think I will wait. The prices were so much lower when my Mom bought me my first pair!

And, yes, I can see myself falling down that rabbit-hole with VCA. I may have already started with the VA letterwood earrings because letterwood is going to be discontinued, they were the only pair left in the US, and I found a lovely SA who is going to try to find me the matching 5 motif bracelet. From there, I will see if these are truly everyday wear pieces for me and I think they will be a lovely complement to my watch.

 

[Rhl2987]

Oh that is tough when it was a memorable purchase. Sable is gorgeous. Mine is swift too and it scares me to use but it seems fine in small bags. Mine is blue st cyr - medium to light blue. I find it works for all seasons with a different twilly.
Yes try with the straps hanging down that can also make it look more causual and less fussy.

May I see a picture of yours with the twilly? I think I need to try that look on the bag. Yes, I actually would never do up the straps and it helps with the casual look!

 

[bellebellebelle19]

My dealbreakers for bags:
1. Contrast stitching. I know some love it, but for me it just doesn’t work. My Prada has a bit of it. At first I couldn’t put my finger on what I don’t like about it. I realized only later that it is the contrast stitching.

2. Colored bags with black edge coating. I’ve probably been spoiled by Massaccesi where edge coats are tone on tone.

I love point number two! I think non-matching black edge paint makes a bag look cheap. Other than that though, I don't have many deal-breakers, except maybe bags that are too heavy!

 

[ElainePG]

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.
Signed the Jolly Green Giant's Sister

Just did a search for the LA bag, and sure enough... I can see where the shoulder straps would be a problem with a coat or a jacket. Even for someone MY height!
Signed the Keebler Elf's Sister

 

[ElainePG]

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...

And don't forget that new one from New Zealand, with that beautiful blue bird on it!

 

[ElainePG]

I love point number two! I think non-matching black edge paint makes a bag look cheap. Other than that though, I don't have many deal-breakers, except maybe bags that are too heavy!

Oh, yes... that's an important one for me, too. I wish store and designer sites would post bag weight routinely, the way they post dimensions. Nordstrom often does, but they're practically the only one.

 

[More bags]

I only have 2 red bags now and 1 burgundy bag.

(“Stock photos” on my phone.)
Massaccesi midi Minerva.
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And Elaine’s red bag’s big sister, regular size Marc Jacobs 54. It’s a bit hard for me to wear this since she’s big and too red with too gold hardware. I listed her up in our local ebay for 2 months but no takers.
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And finally my Mulberry Zipped Bayswater in Oxblood. Love!
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Oh, and my wallet now is in oxblood too (Mulberry).
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I also use a Longchamp pouch for meds and lipstick and powder.
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These are great bags and accessories msd!