What are you all thinking of for goals for 2020? I think I want to focus more on making complete outfits. I have great bags but I keep getting lazy clothing wise .
2019 resolution - shopping my own bag and wallet collection. Any one else?
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My largest bags are also tote bags, I rarely carry them. But when I do, I use and organizer/shaper thing so I can find things!This is very interesting reading as I hate changing wallets too and I've recently downsized mine. I admit to even finding it a faff to changing bags sometimes so transferring the contents of a walletI've kept one one larger wallet, sold one and sent another to consignment and bought a couple of small coin purses with the proceeds of selling a bag
I made the transition as I rarely need to carry a larger bag now since packing up work (or work packed me up)I walk most places and only need essentials for a short while so I mostly wearing small x body bags. It's been a big change having carried the kitchen sink for years
and good fun doing. I've kept hold of a couple of totes and shoulder bags but moved several on...........it's still a work in progress.
I do still always carry my card wallet with two of those annoying loyalaty cards and payment cards. So I'm very intrigued by the lobster clasp one Ohmisseevee. It makes good sense as it can be difficult to find, I really like the idea of clipping it. The dinky coin purse then only requires a note, any small change and an emergency card as cash really seems to becoming a thing of the past and obsolete with the younger generations.
Do you use a bag liner Cookiefiend in larger bags? I find the compartments very helpful and pop the small purse in one so I know where it is .
My goals are still to buy fewer H scarves, sell the ones I’m not wearing, and to resist my “Ooo Shiny! Let’s buy it!” urges.
How do you mean making Complete Outfits?
I use StyleBook, and almost all of my outfits are just 2 items - a top and a bottom. But then I add in the scarf, shoes and purse in the calendar part of the app. A few outfits include a jacket - if it’s an outfit that I always wear that particular jacket.
I leave myself open to the option to refine but, I’m fairly clear on my goals for 2020.
Jewelry is easiest because I have a set list of what I want to add. I’m getting two of the items as some of my bday and Christmas prezzies.
In 2020 I want to get two more items from my list and (pleeeaaaase resale gods) finally sell the pieces I still have up for sale.Wardrobe is not as defined but, still pretty easy. I want to keep upgrading (quality, style and visual impact. No more basic / everywoman clothing. YOLO.) and actually need to grow my closet because I’ve gotten rid of so many clothes that weren’t optimal. To that end, I’m doing 2 in / 1 out. Pruning but, still growing.
For handbags, I want to finally sell the two bags I have listed. And, I have two specific bags I want - I know the type (gold WOC and black tote) but not the specific brand or model. I think I may allow myself one additional serendipitous bag purchase as well. It really depends on how much I spend on jewelry next year since that is my priority. So, I don’t see my handbag collection growing or having meaningful shifts.
Unlike previous years, this won’t be a hard control year. I really need some items (clothes / shoes) and am actively planning to add others (jewelry and handbags). The challenge will be to make sure I hold ONLY to those purchases. It’s easier for me to keep buying when I start buying.
So, I need more control now than in my semi ban years.
I want to share one of my bday prezzies from Mr. S.
Lady Dior microcannage WOC in champagne calfskin. So, incredibly pretty!
Mr. S has decided he likes me in Dior, Fendi & Gucci which you can tell from his presents. In fact the only clothes he will buy for me anymore are from Dior, Fendi or Gucci (or Nike). For some reason, he always has despised (and seems always will despise) all things Chanel. From the first time I bought anything C, he declared it old lady wear. Oh well, I like it. Lol!!
Lady Dior microcannage WOC in champagne calfskin. So, incredibly pretty!
Mr. S has decided he likes me in Dior, Fendi & Gucci which you can tell from his presents. In fact the only clothes he will buy for me anymore are from Dior, Fendi or Gucci (or Nike). For some reason, he always has despised (and seems always will despise) all things Chanel. From the first time I bought anything C, he declared it old lady wear. Oh well, I like it. Lol!!
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Meanwhile back at the ranch I’ve been looking for a gold WOC. This is a hard find.
I got in two preloved Chanel WOC’s.
Dark gold aged calf Chanel Boy
Light gold chevron lamb classic flap WOC
I absolutely hated the color of the Boy. Waaaaay too deep, dark, old gold. Plus the used condition on this was evident making it look a little tired. I’m not compromising on condition with preloved bags even a little bit anymore. So it’s a definite nope!
I loved everything about the chevron WOC except the aged ruthenium hardware. It just didn’t work for me with the gold.
For giggles, I compared them to my new Dior WOC and my light gold perforated lamb new medium Chanel Boy.
The Dior reads grey on this photo which is odd as in person it looks almost like a rose gold. It has pink undertones. Not gunmetal / grey undertones. Side note. Mr. S hates preloved bags. So, this came from the boutique which is kind of an unfair comparison.
Happily, this exploration solidified for me that I am keeping my gold NM Boy. I just love this bag. It’s a little too large for cocktails or formal wear but, it’s an incredible bag.
And, happily it clarified what I want in my TBD gold WOC. It has to be a soft light - medium gold (no deep or dark gold), must have gold hardware, and has to add something to my wardrobe that my my new champagne Dior and my existing gold Boy don’t.
So I’m still looking!
I got in two preloved Chanel WOC’s.
Dark gold aged calf Chanel Boy
Light gold chevron lamb classic flap WOC
I absolutely hated the color of the Boy. Waaaaay too deep, dark, old gold. Plus the used condition on this was evident making it look a little tired. I’m not compromising on condition with preloved bags even a little bit anymore. So it’s a definite nope!
I loved everything about the chevron WOC except the aged ruthenium hardware. It just didn’t work for me with the gold.
For giggles, I compared them to my new Dior WOC and my light gold perforated lamb new medium Chanel Boy.
The Dior reads grey on this photo which is odd as in person it looks almost like a rose gold. It has pink undertones. Not gunmetal / grey undertones. Side note. Mr. S hates preloved bags. So, this came from the boutique which is kind of an unfair comparison.
Happily, this exploration solidified for me that I am keeping my gold NM Boy. I just love this bag. It’s a little too large for cocktails or formal wear but, it’s an incredible bag.
And, happily it clarified what I want in my TBD gold WOC. It has to be a soft light - medium gold (no deep or dark gold), must have gold hardware, and has to add something to my wardrobe that my my new champagne Dior and my existing gold Boy don’t.
So I’m still looking!
Great bag! Happy Birthday.I want to share one of my bday prezzies from Mr. S.
Lady Dior microcannage WOC in champagne calfskin. So, incredibly pretty!
EDIT: And I love the gold comparison shot. Glad it helped you refine your search! Those bags are all pretty WOW.
It’s gorgeous!I want to share one of my bday prezzies from Mr. S.
Lady Dior microcannage WOC in champagne calfskin. So, incredibly pretty!
Happy birthday!
I want to share one of my bday prezzies from Mr. S.
Lady Dior microcannage WOC in champagne calfskin. So, incredibly pretty!
Happy birthday and congratulations on your Dior. Comparison pics are always wonderful and helpful. Great analysis, as always Sparkletastic. Good luck and best wishes on your closet/jewelry/wardrobe/handbag goals.Meanwhile back at the ranch I’ve been looking for a gold WOC. This is a hard find.
I got in two preloved Chanel WOC’s.
Dark gold aged calf Chanel Boy View attachment 4615254
Light gold chevron lamb classic flap WOCView attachment 4615255
I absolutely hated the color of the Boy. Waaaaay too deep, dark, old gold. Plus the used condition on this was evident making it look a little tired. I’m not compromising on condition with preloved bags even a little bit anymore. So it’s a definite nope!
I loved everything about the chevron WOC except the aged ruthenium hardware. It just didn’t work for me with the gold.
For giggles, I compared them to my new Dior WOC and my light gold perforated lamb new medium Chanel Boy. View attachment 4615256
The Dior reads grey on this photo which is odd as in person it looks almost like a rose gold. It has pink undertones. Not gunmetal / grey undertones. Side note. Mr. S hates preloved bags. So, this came from the boutique which is kind of an unfair comparison.
Happily, this exploration solidified for me that I am keeping my gold NM Boy. I just love this bag. It’s a little too large for cocktails or formal wear but, it’s an incredible bag.
And, happily it clarified what I want in my TBD gold WOC. It has to be a soft light - medium gold (no deep or dark gold), must have gold hardware, and has to add something to my wardrobe that my my new champagne Dior and my existing gold Boy don’t.
So I’m still looking!
I want to share one of my bday prezzies from Mr. S.
Lady Dior microcannage WOC in champagne calfskin. So, incredibly pretty!
Happy Bday!
It shows he cares. My DH likes the 'obvious' Dolce & Gabbana, Roberto Cavalli, Gucci and Pucci but he hardly ever buys for me so you are a lucky lady!!!
As for Chanel, it's not always easy to style but their RTW is worth it because one key piece can go a long way if you can find the right one in your size. I'm wearing Chanel (cashmere jumper) today, I've had it for 15 years and there are not that many cashmere jumpers I can say that about.
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As I think I've written before I bought/commissioned some jewellery and waiting for a Gucci silk shirt. That's more for next year than for this. I started a new job where people seem to really appreciate me more and that includes me dressing up more. In other words I don't have to hide who I really am.
I'm in the processing of buying an Alexander Mcqueen vintage Reptila print mousseline scarf from McQueen's last collection (Plato's Atlantis). It was sold out at the time because of Lee's death which was annoying for me because I just wanted the print regardless. It won't be sealed in plastic, it will be worn - a lot. I only have one other McQueen scarf which I love equally but very Summer. I have a wardrobe full of McQueen so I may have to cut down on some carbs and start 'shopping from my own wardrobe' clothes wise too.
There are a couple of Hermes scarves I see for SS20 and another Gucci (I just bought one from AW19). I wear these all the time so it makes sense to invest in these.
Otherwise, I don't really need anything except those vests with built in bras. In the New Year I may have a cull of t-shirts. I found that I like slim-fit men's tees much more and so I'll keep those and donate quite a few that are now just hanging around.
I wouldn’t have any premier designer clothes if he didn’t buy them. I always gag at the prices.
But, I’m learning that he’s right. It’s so worth it to pay more for well made items when they are classic basics I’ll own forever OR they are truly unique pieces that make my wardrobe something special.
I want to share one of my bday prezzies from Mr. S.
Lady Dior microcannage WOC in champagne calfskin. So, incredibly pretty!
Happy birthday @Sparkletastic
and what a stunning and generous gift from Mr Sparkle!Its wonderful how you’ve analyzed the various golds to really understand what you want, rather than keeping one of the bags that you aren’t 100% about....i tend to keep the bag just to fill the need, and wind up continuing to look and purchase another....you are setting a good example as bag restraint is my main goal in 2020
On that note, my goals are to sell a lot of unused bags....and really try to limit my purchases.....really the only bags i want to add would be a new BV Veneta medium hobo in Nero, and a DE Speedy 25B.....and if i sell a lot of bags and have play money, add that Giggolo Red Lauren clutch
I wouldn’t mind adding a few more H scarves either, but i won’t even look for a few months...i somehow purchased 5 in the last month or so 
but with one exception, the prices were very good so i was unable to resist....For me I tend to wear jeans and a black top so I am trying to branch out with a bit of color. I bought a few pairs of new boots rather than just black I bought tan , leopard, olive . Need to add a bit more color to my tops now.
Happy Birthday and congrats on the new bag.I want to share one of my bday prezzies from Mr. S.
Lady Dior microcannage WOC in champagne calfskin. So, incredibly pretty!
Mr. Sparkle has taste!! Gorgeous present! Happy Birthday too dear Sparkle!I want to share one of my bday prezzies from Mr. S.
Lady Dior microcannage WOC in champagne calfskin. So, incredibly pretty!
The bold statement somehow brings to mind my mini dilemma. As I have mentioned a few weeks ago on this thread, I also want to vary my office wardrobe more - less black/grey slacks with solid colored blouses, and more playful/feminine but still office-y outfits. The thing is, not a lot of people dress up in the office. So sometimes I stand out. And I sometimes consciously set aside some dresses just because. I'm happy that you could be more you (in terms of fashion) in your new work!