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

[momasaurus]

I think I'm on track to have worn all my bags by the end of the year. I do love my Bolide, but I think it's too big, and I just don't reach for it very often. The colors (olive toile and rouge H box) have a kind of fall/holiday vibe, and it matches my HC "L'Hiver en Poste," which is very wintry. Also it matches the commuter train.

And yesterday I carried one of my tiny picotins. Here's a picture with a little alligator bag I have. I *hated* the Pico PM at first! Now I have two.

 

[dcooney4]

I think I'm on track to have worn all my bags by the end of the year. I do love my Bolide, but I think it's too big, and I just don't reach for it very often. The colors (olive toile and rouge H box) have a kind of fall/holiday vibe, and it matches my HC "L'Hiver en Poste," which is very wintry. Also it matches the commuter train.

And yesterday I carried one of my tiny picotins. Here's a picture with a little alligator bag I have. I *hated* the Pico PM at first! Now I have two.

You look lovely! Bags are beautiful too!

 

[Cookiefiend]

I think I'm on track to have worn all my bags by the end of the year. I do love my Bolide, but I think it's too big, and I just don't reach for it very often. The colors (olive toile and rouge H box) have a kind of fall/holiday vibe, and it matches my HC "L'Hiver en Poste," which is very wintry. Also it matches the commuter train.

And yesterday I carried one of my tiny picotins. Here's a picture with a little alligator bag I have. I *hated* the Pico PM at first! Now I have two.

It's a perfect match and looks marvelous!
I love picos - so adorable. Mine's an 18 too!
Your Miss Alligator is tres chic! That clasp is smashing!

 

[More bags]

I think I'm on track to have worn all my bags by the end of the year. I do love my Bolide, but I think it's too big, and I just don't reach for it very often. The colors (olive toile and rouge H box) have a kind of fall/holiday vibe, and it matches my HC "L'Hiver en Poste," which is very wintry. Also it matches the commuter train.

And yesterday I carried one of my tiny picotins. Here's a picture with a little alligator bag I have. I *hated* the Pico PM at first! Now I have two.

Gorgeous pics momasaurus! Your Bolide and scarf pairing are fabulous, your Bolide looks great on you! I love the leather and the contrast colour on your Pico handle and your alligator bag is a amazing - the clasp!

 

[momasaurus]

You look lovely! Bags are beautiful too!

Thank you!

 

[momasaurus]

It's a perfect match and looks marvelous!
I love picos - so adorable. Mine's an 18 too!
Your Miss Alligator is tres chic! That clasp is smashing!

Thank you! What color/leather is your Pico?

 

[momasaurus]

Gorgeous pics momasaurus! Your Bolide and scarf pairing are fabulous, your Bolide looks great on you! I love the leather and the contrast colour on your Pico handle and your alligator bag is a amazing - the clasp!

Thank you so much. My other Pico has a contrast handle too. Color block and stuff like that is my weakness!

 

[ElainePG]

@ksuromax @whateve @Sparkletastic and our pocket friend community, sending warm thoughts and best wishes to those with significant others recovering from significant health issues. To those who have lost loved ones and may struggle through the holidays we are here for you and thinking of you. May we all be blessed with good health as @ksuromax wished us, both good physical health and good mental health, through the holidays and into the new year. You are all a wonderful circle of friends. Go let someone know you love them.

What a lovely message. Thank you.

 

[ElainePG]

I think I'm on track to have worn all my bags by the end of the year. I do love my Bolide, but I think it's too big, and I just don't reach for it very often. The colors (olive toile and rouge H box) have a kind of fall/holiday vibe, and it matches my HC "L'Hiver en Poste," which is very wintry. Also it matches the commuter train.

And yesterday I carried one of my tiny picotins. Here's a picture with a little alligator bag I have. I *hated* the Pico PM at first! Now I have two.

What's the story with that cute little alligator bag? (Because I'm assuming that there IS a story???)

 

[Cookiefiend]

Thank you! What color/leather is your Pico?

Mine is a blue Vibrato, with Thalassa blue handles.

 

[momasaurus]

What's the story with that cute little alligator bag? (Because I'm assuming that there IS a story???)

It's just a little thing I picked up on evilbay! By Hattie Carnegie. I wish I could say it's a family heirloom or something, but no.
I call it my Lady Bag, and the clasp is really wonderful. It's perfect for fancy events--in fact, I'm going to one tonight locally.

 

[momasaurus]

Mine is a blue Vibrato, with Thalassa blue handles.
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Ah, now I remember this. So cute!!
Almost Pantone's Color of the Year.

 

[Mulberrygal]

I'm totally with you on minimal time online looking...........seems the way to avoid temptation and frees up time. I'm unsubscribing from all shopping emails as they come through. I've stopped any coming to my phone and just pick them up on my iPad when it suits me. It's been bliss without the continual stream of emails......I've got them down to a minimum now.

Ive gradually downsized my bag collection over the last few years. I still feel I could be stricter and get rid of more but I'm trying to make sure I use what I have! As for all the wardrobes of clothes I'm gradually shopping through them, some I've bagged up for charity, others I've listed for sale or taken to a local re-seller, the rest I'm trying to wear but knowing I have sooo many has decided me on a total wardrobe ban this year, I'm definitely not buying any clothes, shoes or boots this year

I like your thinking, it's a great idea to ask these questions, take a breath and ponder where you are over a cup of coffee

All this downsizing and reorganising is a huge job and really does stop me in my tracks when I get tempted to buy. I just think of a few weeks/months down the line when the lust has died down and it's just hanging in my wardrobe with its tag on..............it just becomes yet another thing to sell and I don't want the hassle

Oh Wow, I've just found you all again whilst looking through some old posts I can't believe I posted this at the beginning of last year.......was that really me I was just sooo good last year and this year I've been bad, bad, bad
I have at least shopped my wardrobe for clothes and barely bought anything new but bags, oh dear I must have a tot up, name and shame will be good for me although it's a bit late for this year..........I guess I can get myself psyched up for next month

 

[ipsum]

I had been away for a while and way behind but just wanted to stop by and say lots of warm thoughts and hugs for fellow pocketfriends and their beloved ones who have encountered hardship. Life has its ups and downs. The downs exist for the moments when we're having ups, we learn to appreciate those moments even more.

 

[Mulberrygal]

i've been away from this thread for a good while, caught up on all posts finally!
@Sparkletastic glad to hear your tough period is over!
my DH also had health issues, now he's safe, but still not fully recovered, due to harsh meds it will take some time to get back to normal.
But i just now started realising how difficult it was for me, all those bad thoughts, fear of unknown, difficult daily life (DH was in hospital for 12 days and i was visiting him every day, plus work, plus 2 kids, school, activities, plus housework, etc) and i needed some rest, just to put my mind back to the track.
So, i was not very active here, and my focus has significantly shifted.
I didn't get any new bags since July, but i have not sold any either, just had no energy to deal with listing, shipping, besides, i was reading that market is dead anyway.
i almost finished my xmas shopping, i got some good deals in Bath and Body Works, and ordered 2 mobiles for the kids online in Black Friday, only one 'pain' left - my DH.
I just don't know what to get for him, since he's got everything
i don't even know what i want for myself
Goal for 2020 will be to keep the focus shifted as much as possible and stay away from the boutiques and sales, no new bags (or scarves, or shoes, or clothes) are needed, but i don't call it a 'ban'.
as soon as i do, i'm sure, something will come along

further to my post above, i am going to fight the stress by doing something for my home and family (decorations, cooking and baking) rather than shopping.
it should keep my hands busy, mind switched and get the things done

Glad to hear your bad period has passed Ksuromax and hope DH is coping okay and getting back to normal. Ill health in the family really does focus your mind very differently and can change your whole perception of life. It must have been very difficult for you to cope especially when you have kids at home. R

I'm just catching up with this thread myself and I really like your ideas.........avoid the sales, focus on family and keep busy elsewhere. I think we'd all probably benefit by that advice
I totally get not selling bags anymore, I'm really fed up with selling on eBay and all the problems of returns, non-payers etc. I decided although it costs more in commission I'd sell by consignment and I've had quite a bit of hassle free success I originally sent in 6 items and 4 sold very quickly so I've just sent in 3 more. It's the way to go for me as I'm away quite a bit now which leaves very little opportunity to sell.