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

[essiedub]

Ladies - might impose upon you all for a bit of sartorial advice?
We’re leaving for Paris in two days and I’m trying to pack sensibly. We had two nice dinners set and I’ll be wearing a skirt - so I’d like to wear a heel. But - which pair?
Both are comfortable, both are black. One has a very low heel, one has a mid-height chunky heel.
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Opinions? TIA!

I like the chunkier with ankle strap. Edgier chic

 

[muchstuff]

I like the chunkier with ankle strap. Edgier chic

Wonder if it's an age thing? I'm in my sixties and while edgy is fine by me (I have lots of tats, several piercings, etc.) I find the lower heel much more elegant, especially for a dinner out in a fine restaurant. It would depend of course on the item of clothing worn too.

 

[Cookiefiend]

Go tear up Paris .

Hahaa - that's my plan!
We also have a day trip to Champagne scheduled - two small favorite producers!

I like the chunkier with ankle strap. Edgier chic

I bought these shoes especially for the trip, the chunkier heel seems very fashion-forward, edgier chic like you say. i also thought they would be better for walking, but it's supposed to be pretty cold so we might not walk as much as I had planned.
My outfit though is *fairly* classic though - navy skirt, cream silk blouse with a round embroidered collar (embroidery is also cream so you don't really notice it), and a short, navy tweed-like jacket with a round collar and slight peplum at the waist. But the jacket zips and so do the cuffs… so there is a bit of an edge there.

 

[muchstuff]

Hahaa - that's my plan!
We also have a day trip to Champagne scheduled - two small favorite producers!

I bought these shoes especially for the trip, the chunkier heel seems very fashion-forward, edgier chic like you say. i also thought they would be better for walking, but it's supposed to be pretty cold so we might not walk as much as I had planned.
My outfit though is *fairly* classic though - navy skirt, cream silk blouse with a round embroidered collar (embroidery is also cream so you don't really notice it), and a short, navy tweed-like jacket with a round collar and slight peplum at the waist. But the jacket zips and so do the cuffs… so there is a bit of an edge there.

The jacket allows for either shoe I think. And if you're walking you're right, the chunkier heel would probably be a better choice.

 

[Cookiefiend]

Wonder if it's an age thing? I'm in my sixties and while edgy is fine by me (I have lots of tats, several piercings, etc.) I find the lower heel much more elegant, especially for a dinner out in a fine restaurant. It would depend of course on the item of clothing worn too.

They are very elegant, and my clothing is fairly classic.
If Mr Cookie ends up wearing dressy jeans (super dark) and classy shoes, I might wear the chunky heel. I will pin him down tonight and MAKE him decide!

 

[ElainePG]

Ladies - might impose upon you all for a bit of sartorial advice?
We’re leaving for Paris in two days and I’m trying to pack sensibly. We had two nice dinners set and I’ll be wearing a skirt - so I’d like to wear a heel. But - which pair?
Both are comfortable, both are black. One has a very low heel, one has a mid-height chunky heel.
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Opinions? TIA!

I really love the look of the little kitten heel (are they still called that???). It's chic, elegant, and retro all at the same time. So if it's equally comfy, I say go for the one on the right.

 

[ElainePG]

I believe we're Miu Miu, Mulberry, and Tory Burch this week.

Are we going to do Massaccesi? I ask because I bought my first Massaccesi bag last month, and it arrived yesterday. Just sayin'…

 

[muchstuff]

Are we going to do Massaccesi? I ask because I bought my first Massaccesi bag last month, and it arrived yesterday. Just sayin'…

I think the last round is for misc. bags that don’t have an actual brand sub forum. I have some of those myself and am looking forward to seeing everyone else’s.

 

[tenKrat]

They are very elegant, and my clothing is fairly classic.
If Mr Cookie ends up wearing dressy jeans (super dark) and classy shoes, I might wear the chunky heel. I will pin him down tonight and MAKE him decide!

I like the chunky heel with the ankle strap. What did you decide?

 

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Ladies - might impose upon you all for a bit of sartorial advice?
We’re leaving for Paris in two days and I’m trying to pack sensibly. We had two nice dinners set and I’ll be wearing a skirt - so I’d like to wear a heel. But - which pair?
Both are comfortable, both are black. One has a very low heel, one has a mid-height chunky heel.
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Opinions? TIA!

I prefer the block heel with ankle strap - tres chic! You can’t go wrong with either shoe. Have a fantastic trip!

 

[Cookiefiend]

I really love the look of the little kitten heel (are they still called that???). It's chic, elegant, and retro all at the same time. So if it's equally comfy, I say go for the one on the right.

They are still called kitten heels - they are very pretty!

I like the chunky heel with the ankle strap. What did you decide?

Eeeeee - I’m still debating! I was unable to pin DH down last night, but tonight is the final packing so I have to make up my mind!

I prefer the block heel with ankle strap - tres chic! You can’t go wrong with either shoe. Have a fantastic trip!

Thank you - it’s a short trip, just 4 days - so we’re are going to be busy!
I agree - I can’t go wrong with either shoe... but the lower will be easier to walk in on cobble stones... but the block heel would be too! Arrgghh - will make a final decision tonight!

 

[dcooney4]

Ladies - might impose upon you all for a bit of sartorial advice?
We’re leaving for Paris in two days and I’m trying to pack sensibly. We had two nice dinners set and I’ll be wearing a skirt - so I’d like to wear a heel. But - which pair?
Both are comfortable, both are black. One has a very low heel, one has a mid-height chunky heel.
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Opinions? TIA!

I like the kitten heal without the strap around the ankle for a more elegant look. Though I do like the other shoe too.

 

[dcooney4]

For once I have one in each category.
Tori Burch Medium Thea Wallet
Mulberry Small Bayswater Satchel
Miu Miu
Tori Burch Small Thea Convertible

 

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For once I have one in each category.
Tori Burch Medium Thea Wallet
Mulberry Small Bayswater Satchel
Miu Miu
Tori Burch Small Thea Convertible

So pretty, I love all of them, especially the colour of your Bayswater. They all look like great leathers.

 

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Have fun with your gorgeous blue Dionysus Mini and girlfriends today, @Sparkletastic.

I get excited, too, in anticipation of wearing a certain bag. In fact, I will get to wear this Massaccesi Hera in goat suede today since it will be sunny and no rain. My bag is blue, too.
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This bag is gorgeous, the colour is amazing!

My bags for the week’s showcase by brand.

Louis Vuitton:
My first high end designer bag after Coach. An ‘almost gift’ frommy sister (she paid for 90% of the bag). Stresa PM, which has been discontinued.
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A classic, Epi Alma PM from 2008
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Marc Jacobs. I still have a lot. I really enjoyed finding these bags that were very well made. I got them after the popularity of the brand has declined, so really good prices on really luxe pieces!
1984 in Terracotta
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54 in Flame Red; big sister to @ElainePG red MJ
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Single XL with baroque hardware in Cherry Blossom pink; bought this brand new from Yoox for my birthday in 2014(?)
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Single XL with baroque hardware in black; just had to have it in black with silver hardware.
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Rita in glazed leather
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All in One clutch
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And my 1 remaining RM Mini MAB as a souvenir from my crazy RM days
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Great bags, your Stresa is pretty!

Yesterday: View attachment 4588114 View attachment 4588115 Carried my orange Trim 31 in gulliver (swift) leather. Most of my H bags have some little flaw (because all are from the secondary market), which means I'm not afraid to actually use them. (Because it's a closet, not a museum.) This one has a little mark (like a small pencil line) that I haven't tried to clean because I don't know enough about this leather.

Oooh, Trim ... in Gulliver, just lovely!