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

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As I confessed at the half-way point - I did not do well this month.
Purses in/ out - 1/0. The one in is the Coach Saddle and it's a keeper - I've already worn it 7 times in May
(I purchased one last night and will include it in June totals - super excited about this one and will post it when it comes - it's not the Chanel I was eyeballing!)
Scarves in/out - 4/1. Sold one, but bought 4 - 2 were grails, the other 2 were mousseline.
SLG in/out - 1/1. I don't usually report this one because SLGs aren't really a thing for me, but I sold the Mulberry French wallet (it was enormous!) and bought a lovely Longchamp Gatsby wallet in a fun orange color. It's also bigger than I need… I must be Goldilocks because I can't find one that's just right.
 
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Cookiefiend said:
Not an idiot - you like nice things! I do too.
That wallet makes my heart happy - it's gorgeous!
I don't think I'm signaling - but I really do like nice things. But nice things without major branding slathered all over it. I do have a few LV items but they are the only ones that anyone would recognize. Well maybe the Gucci, but you'd have to get close to see the Gs and then I'd be freaked out. :hrmm:


Those 'shoes' are… unfortunate. :shocked:
Premier items are how you spoil you - YES!!
It's why we don't wear scratchy clothes (except maybe @essiedub with her new Awoooo! scarf :giggle:), why we don't carry grocery bags as a purse, and why you might catch me petting the leather of my purse when it's beside me in the car - we want to feel good and look good - even if no one but you knows why.
It's what gives me that certain 'Je ne sais quoi' feeling.
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It's the feeling of quality my dear. If you can recognise it without the logo (and afford it) you know you deserve it
 
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Cookiefiend said:
As I confessed at the half-way point - I did not do well this month.
Purses in/ out - 1/0. The one in is the Coach Saddle and it's a keeper - I've already worn it 7 times in May
(I purchased one last night and will include it in June totals - super excited about this one and will post it when it comes - it's not the Chanel I was eyeballing!)
Scarves in/out - 4/1. Sold one, but bought 4 - 2 were grails, the other 2 were mousseline.
SLG in/out - 1/1. I don't usually report this one because SLGs aren't really a thing for me, but I sold the Mulberry French wallet (it was enormous!) and bought a lovely Longchamp Gatsby wallet in a fun orange color. It's also bigger than I need… I must be Goldilocks because I can't find one that's just right.
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Congratulations on both your ins and outs. HGs don't really count for me and moussies are getting beyond rare (or expensive) even in the pre-loved market (I blame tPF! :biggrin:). Coach Saddles are TDF, I am so close to getting one it's untrue, again a classic classic, totally stood the test of time.

Apologies everyone for my autocorrect, it doesn't understand purse-speak at all.
 
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More bags said:
I remember you mentioning trips to see your mom in the hospital. I am sorry for your loss papertiger.


Brilliant stats, the book holder sounds divine in gold swift.
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Thank you. Somehow it gets harder, I miss her terribly, she was so naughty and we had so much fun together (when she wasn't so ill). I expected her to go so often but just as I thought she was getting better (after an operation) she died and I wasn't there.

Sorry everyone. Back to happier thoughts!!!
 
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papertiger said:
:tup:

It's the feeling of quality my dear. If you can recognise it without the logo (and afford it) you know you deserve it
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Yes - there is a definite feeling of Quality. :girlsigh:
I do love it, and I'm grateful for it!

I had a mini giggle at myself when writing out an earlier response - i *do* sorta pet my bags... I'm carrying the Proenza Schouler today and it has fabulous leather - the silver is textured but the black interior? Be still my heart - it's like velvet. :love:

papertiger said:
Congratulations on both your ins and outs. HGs don't really count for me and mouses are getting beyond rare (or expensive) even in the pre-loved market (I blame tPF! :biggrin:). Coach Saddles are TDF, I am so close to getting one it's untrue, again a classic classic, totally stood the test of time.

Apologies everyone for my autocorrect, it doesn't understand pure-speak at all.
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The Coach has lovely leather - that's kind of a thing for me. It's glove tanned and oh my - so soft. I didn't realize how much I needed a light color bag! It is taking wears away from the Vespa though, I need to figure that out because I also love the V.
 
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papertiger said:
Thank you. Somehow it gets harder, I miss her terribly, she was so naughty and we had so much fun together (when she wasn't so ill). I expected her to go so often but just as I thought she was getting better (after an operation) she died and I wasn't there.

Sorry everyone. Back to happier thoughts!!!
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Oh dear - I missed this. I am terribly sorry.
I'll raise a glass of Champagne to her tonight. She must have been one hell of a woman - after all she raised one hell of a girl. :heart:
 
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papertiger said:
Agreed. And why does fancy and unique have to look as though it's made for 8 year olds. Not only Gucci, but Miu Miu, LV, Dolce, Bal...
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Exactly! My handle is “Sparkletastic” so I’m not afraid of a little glitz and glamour. But, it has to be well done. I can admire a lot of styles that aren’t me. But, some items just aren’t anyone.

And, I was typing on the go but, no excuse. I was remiss I’m not offering condolences for the loss of your mom. Sending you hugs.:hugs:
 
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Question. Do any of you find that you are perfectly fine spending a bit on one category and faint at another? I’m not a scarf person but I saw this in LV and thought it would be cute to pair with my grey and red coats.

But, it’s $900!3089EEB3-2CE7-48FC-8A3D-E5A2196A2507.jpeg
For just LV’s on a black scarf. :faint:

Shouldn’t it have a pretty design...or something? Maybe it’s worth it because you only need two of them or so for winter and you are set for life? I really feel like I’m not “getting” it.

Perhaps because it’s a category I don’t get excited about so I don’t know the intricacies.

Or is this a case of something being for the truly rich like $100M+ in assets rich and then it makes sense because it’s a nothing expense on a nothing item. So they may have 100 of them and it’s no biggie.
 
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msd_bags said:
View attachment 4448418 I’m happy to share my new Massaccesi bag. Zhoe Legend in Port Merinos leather.
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That's beautiful!
papertiger said:
I feel for you dear Sparkle. I lost my mother last year after a fight on and off for years (she was born with a heart defect).

I want to do Summer Madness too. :tup:

We could also do a 'wear your bag as a hat' challenge
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I'm so sorry about the loss of your mother. I lost mine several years ago. I can't get over wanting to tell her something and realizing I can't.

I've thought about putting my Bals on my head to become an alien, but I'm not sure how to take a picture when I can't see myself.
papertiger said:
Don't you think the pre-loved market always slows in Summer?

According to friends who do it full time for living no, but I think people make-do for Summer much more than Winter and are certainly making do in the UK's uncertain economy atm.
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People travel in the summer so they aren't available to shop online as much. Or they are outside doing things rather than online. I know that when we have a trip planned, I stop buying online several weeks ahead of time because I don't want to deal with not getting it on time, or having to deal with returning right before I'm leaving.
 
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essiedub said:
I’m with you on this..was just thinking this the other day. why and how did this happen? DH says it’s a phenomenon called “signaling” but I’m not trying to project anything to other people. I actually get uncomfortable when people comment on my bags etc ..so I suspect I just do it for myself..but why? :confused1:

On a separate note, I’ve mentioned before that I am trying to “manage” my SLG and H scarf “problem.” So of course I bought another SLG and another scarf:facepalm: What’s worse is that they are both delightful but not functionally perfect (and I knew it going in) But they’re so pretty! I’m treating them like nifty little tchotchkes and this is bothering me. I have issues...clearly. So just to share

Isn’t this just so pretty? It’s a bit too thick and the bill slot too tight. But it’s sooo pretty with its stylized blossoms ..like a little gem:love:
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And then this ...sheesh ... I constipated on this for a long time..loved the image, the moon, the starry sky, the lines in the trees, the contrast border, the rose highlights in the wolf’s fur :girlsigh: le sigh...but it is partially cashmere (to which I’m allergic) So now I own it. Love it but can’t wear it. WTH:eek:

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I’m an idiot.
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I love the wallet! How about framing the scarf? That way you can enjoy it.
 
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whateve said:
That's beautiful!

I'm so sorry about the loss of your mother. I lost mine several years ago. I can't get over wanting to tell her something and realizing I can't.

I've thought about putting my Bals on my head to become an alien, but I'm not sure how to take a picture when I can't see myself.

People travel in the summer so they aren't available to shop online as much. Or they are outside doing things rather than online. I know that when we have a trip planned, I stop buying online several weeks ahead of time because I don't want to deal with not getting it on time, or having to deal with returning right before I'm leaving.
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Thank you, and I about the loss of yours. It's only when I dare speak about it I hear I am not alone. I really have a hard time speaking about it though.

LOL I need to see those pics, you may have to enlist a snap-happy friend :D

Sparkletastic said:
Exactly! My handle is “Sparkletastic” so I’m not afraid of a little glitz and glamour. But, it has to be well done. I can admire a lot of styles that aren’t me. But, some items just aren’t anyone.

And, I was typing on the go but, no excuse. I was remiss I’m not offering condolences for the loss of your mom. Sending you hugs.:hugs:
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Not at all :hugs: back, hope all goes well and all generations of your family

Don't remind me, just saw Gucci Resort 2020. Micky Mouse on everything and this was after quite a nice (wearable-ish) AW19 show.
 
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Sparkletastic said:
Question. Do any of you find that you are perfectly fine spending a bit on one category and faint at another? I’m not a scarf person but I saw this in LV and thought it would be cute to pair with my grey and red coats.

But, it’s $900!View attachment 4448902
For just LV’s on a black scarf. :faint:

Shouldn’t it have a pretty design...or something? Maybe it’s worth it because you only need two of them or so for winter and you are set for life? I really feel like I’m not “getting” it.

Perhaps because it’s a category I don’t get excited about so I don’t know the intricacies.

Or is this a case of something being for the truly rich like $100M+ in assets rich and then it makes sense because it’s a nothing expense on a nothing item. So they may have 100 of them and it’s no biggie.
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No. It just is a LOT of money for that particular item.

It's dyed one colour, no artist to pay, no development process and not particularly precious (unless it's vicuña).

Good discussion though, I am hardly ever in the middle.

I'm cheap (but still a stickler for quality) on:
T-shirts (pure cotton, opaque)
Clogs (apart from one pair of fur-lined Guccis)
Phones (really don't care)
Cars (so long as it gets me from A > B and I'm not driving)
(dare I say it in this forum) a cross-body pouch that fits under my coat and nobody sees (mine's from Joseph so not that cheap)
Greetings cards
Socks
Black leggings
Soft bras including sports bras

I will pay what is needed for:
Location for a house/apartment (no main roads, near a beach/park/on a mountain, conservation village etc)
Boots
First Class tickets on long distance trains
Sable
Jewellery
Music instruments
Classic coats
vicuña
Handbag
Scarves (has to be can't live without though)
Swimsuit
'proper' bras
 
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