Those are such rich colors! I went back to look at your pen-I have the aqua colored one!
2019 resolution - shopping my own bag and wallet collection. Any one else?
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I hope pouches make your great red bag work for you! I once had a gorgeous, buttery leather bag that was like a black hole. I used it for a week and gave it away. I wish I'd thought to put pouches or a shaper in it. I don't usually carry my fountain pen in my handbag at the moment just in case of an explosion. I have a little plastic case that seems be pretty leak proof, but it's bulkier than I'd like to carry regularly. I need to try something else.Oh yes! I like that blue black.thanks for indulging me morebags! Apparently there are ink enthusiasts out there that like certain colors in certain brands for certain types of paperOMG. I’m just happy that I am actively using my fountain pens again! I think you asked about how I carry my pen. This is just a cheapy velvet pen sleeve that is low profile. I have other leather ones that just add bulk and weight. Here she is with my calendar (yes, still paper) and notebook inside this red H cover, which I switched to for “red” month. And finally, one of my red bags, the Dior le Trente. I like its profile but it is annoying digging for things. I should put the little loose things into smaller pouches..as I have a zillion SLGs. I think putting SLGs into use needs to be one of my goals for the year. Next week
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Here is my H agenda. There are several sizes and versions..some with card slots, some with zippers. I believe this is Vision. I have an after market calendar and notebook because I’m too cheap to buy their $75 version. I have so many colors and versions..it’s kind of embarrassing so this is part of my SLG rotation.
Yes I know red should not be anywhere near a Cal logo but oh well..it’s red month!
Thank you so much for the info! I love the contrast colour inside, so beautiful!
Ugh, I am hopelessly behind again! Gotta go back through the last 8-10 pages and catch up.
@Sparkletastic , I love your new tote! It’s perfect with the ruthenium HW. I was
when I saw the condition of the box — so glad the bag itself was unharmed!
@ElainePG , re. the Evelyne, why not use a bag organizer? That’s what I do, plus I have an LV pochette that travels from bag to bag and holds my small items like gum, Purcell, etc. Someone on the H forum just posted an Etsy seller who makes custom inserts for the Evelyne that zip shut. I just ordered one to see how it works. The Evie is such a great, easy bag, I’d love for it to work for you!
Re. dealbreakers, I’m almost afraid to say anything because some things that I would have said were dealbreakers ended up not being that for certain bags. Case in point, my favorite bag the Hermes Kelly. I don’t like fiddly clasps plus I usually demand an outside pocket, and guess what? The Kelly is fiddly and has no outside pocket. But I love them anyway.
One thing I can say is linings can be dealbreakers. They don’t have to be leather and if a bag is going to be heavy, I actually prefer a fabric lining. But it can’t feel cheap or flimsy. And it can’t have a crazy design. Years ago, I passed on more than one Marc by Marc Jacobs bag because the linings made my head swim. It was like the pattern moved! So that was a dealbreaker.
@Sparkletastic , I love your new tote! It’s perfect with the ruthenium HW. I was
when I saw the condition of the box — so glad the bag itself was unharmed!@ElainePG , re. the Evelyne, why not use a bag organizer? That’s what I do, plus I have an LV pochette that travels from bag to bag and holds my small items like gum, Purcell, etc. Someone on the H forum just posted an Etsy seller who makes custom inserts for the Evelyne that zip shut. I just ordered one to see how it works. The Evie is such a great, easy bag, I’d love for it to work for you!
Re. dealbreakers, I’m almost afraid to say anything because some things that I would have said were dealbreakers ended up not being that for certain bags. Case in point, my favorite bag the Hermes Kelly. I don’t like fiddly clasps plus I usually demand an outside pocket, and guess what? The Kelly is fiddly and has no outside pocket. But I love them anyway.
One thing I can say is linings can be dealbreakers. They don’t have to be leather and if a bag is going to be heavy, I actually prefer a fabric lining. But it can’t feel cheap or flimsy. And it can’t have a crazy design. Years ago, I passed on more than one Marc by Marc Jacobs bag because the linings made my head swim. It was like the pattern moved! So that was a dealbreaker.
oh, that's shame!!!I said I wasn’t buying any sunglasses this year. But, yesterday I broke one of my go to / favorite pair that I’ve had for a few years.Dior Volute 2 in black /grey.
This is killing me because I lost my other favorite black pair, some simple Prada cat eyes when we were in Mexico last summer.
So how I have to get some black sunnies. Argh. I haven’t been looking so I don’t even know which ones I would want. I actually looked to see if either of these are still being sold (both are years old) and it seems that only those suspect online sunglasses sellers have them. Somehow I don’t think they are selling authentic sunglasses at 20% of the cost.
But, I do need to find two pair of nice black sunnies. In unrelated news I’ve already listed a pair of burgundy Prada ones that I don’t reach for. Lol!
What are your favorite sunglasses? Do you collect them like you collect your handbags?
considering WHERE i live sunnies are a MUST for me, i have 2 pairs of Chloe, black and brown, which i keep in the car, 2 pairs of RB, which i wear with matching outfits, a very fancy pair of Bulgari with rhinestones (darn heavy, haven't worn them for ages!) and my new favourites - Balenciaga logomania
and, i am getting a pair for V's day in lipstick red frame from Acne Studio (i think they will be great for summer)
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I’m so behind on this thread!
I’ve been working crazy hours. I got home at 11 pm yesterday and packed! So I’m quite tired today,
but I’ll have an early end to the day after a conference, and then head out for a Valentine’s weekend away 
In other news, I made my own candles! I refilled a Diptyque glass with a Rose & Jasmine blend, and another glass votive I had with Frangipani & Lily of the Valley. It smells like my spa treatments in Bali
I used LOTS of essential oil with soy wax and they smell so much more luxurious than a typical candle.
Here are as many of my reds, as I can find on my phone
I’ve been working crazy hours. I got home at 11 pm yesterday and packed! So I’m quite tired today,
but I’ll have an early end to the day after a conference, and then head out for a Valentine’s weekend away In other news, I made my own candles! I refilled a Diptyque glass with a Rose & Jasmine blend, and another glass votive I had with Frangipani & Lily of the Valley. It smells like my spa treatments in Bali
I used LOTS of essential oil with soy wax and they smell so much more luxurious than a typical candle. Here are as many of my reds, as I can find on my phone
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You are so right about linings. I hate black linings because they make a big black hole. Silky linings that some people love are for me like someone scraping their nails on a chalk board. I just can't touch it. Also the busy pattern is a big one for me. I guess their are a lot of no goes for me.Ugh, I am hopelessly behind again! Gotta go back through the last 8-10 pages and catch up.
@Sparkletastic , I love your new tote! It’s perfect with the ruthenium HW. I was
@ElainePG , re. the Evelyne, why not use a bag organizer? That’s what I do, plus I have an LV pochette that travels from bag to bag and holds my small items like gum, Purcell, etc. Someone on the H forum just posted an Etsy seller who makes custom inserts for the Evelyne that zip shut. I just ordered one to see how it works. The Evie is such a great, easy bag, I’d love for it to work for you!
Re. dealbreakers, I’m almost afraid to say anything because some things that I would have said were dealbreakers ended up not being that for certain bags. Case in point, my favorite bag the Hermes Kelly. I don’t like fiddly clasps plus I usually demand an outside pocket, and guess what? The Kelly is fiddly and has no outside pocket. But I love them anyway.
One thing I can say is linings can be dealbreakers. They don’t have to be leather and if a bag is going to be heavy, I actually prefer a fabric lining. But it can’t feel cheap or flimsy. And it can’t have a crazy design. Years ago, I passed on more than one Marc by Marc Jacobs bag because the linings made my head swim. It was like the pattern moved! So that was a dealbreaker.
Stunning reds!I’m so behind on this thread!
I’ve been working crazy hours. I got home at 11 pm yesterday and packed! So I’m quite tired today,
In other news, I made my own candles! I refilled a Diptyque glass with a Rose & Jasmine blend, and another glass votive I had with Frangipani & Lily of the Valley. It smells like my spa treatments in Bali
Here are as many of my reds, as I can find on my phone
I have now done two times two mini bags and one biggest bag twice . My bally tote has been getting some love this season.
Yes it is the Bandit. If it ever comes out of retirement I'd gladly buy another one.
Gorgeous on you! Great styling with your whole outfit.
These styles/the shapes you pick could be from my collection! Love them. I finally tried on a pair of Maui Jims when I was shopping with a friend recently. I haven't had an excuse to buy (another) pair of sunnies, but they are high on my list. I'm currently full up with 6 pairs that I rotate - three of them were a score in a Steven Alan optical sale and are really high quality. My favorites that get the most wear are Oliver Peoples, both a vintage pair and a newer one; they are super comfortable.
This floral blend sounds divine! You set the stage for all those beautiful reds in your collection.I’m so behind on this thread!
I’ve been working crazy hours. I got home at 11 pm yesterday and packed! So I’m quite tired today,
In other news, I made my own candles! I refilled a Diptyque glass with a Rose & Jasmine blend, and another glass votive I had with Frangipani & Lily of the Valley. It smells like my spa treatments in Bali
Here are as many of my reds, as I can find on my phone
I regret not getting a Bandit when they were available. For whatever reason I was on the fence, but I still remember that leather and the feel of the bag on the shoulder was awesome.