I hope you have a full and speedy recovery.
2020 resolution - shopping my own bag and wallet collection. Any one else?
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Thank you! Stitches come out tomorrow, I’m getting there even if I have to go on snowshoes! I do choose based on color, because that makes the most sense... maybe I’ll just take them all out, check to be sure they’re okay.
My purses aren’t really sorted very well, there are some that I store lying down so they don’t bow out at the bottom and that means they had to go where I had room to that that in. That’s something I could look into doing though, because I’d keep my head level.
Thanks sweetie! All is going fine!
That’s great - congratulations!
Thank you - all is well - it was just a corrective surgery! ❤️
Confession time: who´s been looking at y-mail bags/ slgs tonight after being tempted so much by seeing them shown here? Haha... I certainly spent a while in front of ebay!
I had high hopes for the MJ strap, but I didn't get to try it IRL; I ordered it from Nordstrom, and the color was waaaaaay too gold. I thought I could make it work, so I kept it. Hopefully it will be good on a different bag… some day.
I do have a different wide strap that I bought from an Etsy seller which I might try. The color is wrong, but the material isn't as thick as the MJ so it might be more comfy. I can certainly test it, and then buy a different color from that same seller if it works out.
But I think the real problem isn't the bag. Or the strap. I think the problem is me. Bags that are 5 or 6 inches deep, and therefore stick out from my body (as opposed to flatter bags, like my Bals) just aren't great for me any more. Something about the physics of it. (But I majored in English, so what do I know???)
Me, too! That's why it's still in my closet. I keep thinking I'll get taller. Or something.
What color were you looking for? I think I remember the Alexa used to be made in a beautiful shade of rose-pink.
Though the oxblood would be gorgeous!
Wow! These are incredible! Thank you for the "group photo."
I hope you're doing better after the surgery, @Cookiefiend . How irritating to have to keep your head level!
I sort my scarves by color as well, and I can't think of a better way to do it. Color-sorting means you can easily grab a scarf to go with an outfit. But hey, if sorting by designer for a while keeps you off Evil Bay this week, go for it!
The second probation bag, oddly enough, is also a Mulberry: the Small Bayswater Double-Zip. Similar problem. It's heavy, and it sticks out too far from my body. I replaced the strap, because the original one was too thin (photo sohws the original strap), and that helped, so I'm going to force myself to carry it for a while and see what I think. I'd be sad to let it go because I do like the design and the color. But life's too short to carry bags that hurt.Fabulous Alexa @ElainePG - the colour and the leather. Your shrunken calf jokes make me laugh
Perhaps she has served her purpose in your collection if she’s no longer working for you? I really like how you’re keeping your bag wardrobe “fresh” by adding new beauties and releasing ones that no longer work for you. Good luck with probation. Have you mentioned what the second probation bag is?
beautiful ba!
these are lovely!
I agree!
I'm to hear hat you're on the mend.Thank you! Stitches come out tomorrow, I’m getting there even if I have to go on snowshoes! I do choose based on color, because that makes the most sense... maybe I’ll just take them all out, check to be sure they’re okay.
My purses aren’t really sorted very well, there are some that I store lying down so they don’t bow out at the bottom and that means they had to go where I had room to that that in. That’s something I could look into doing though, because I’d keep my head level.
Thanks sweetie! All is going fine!
I've been inspired to do more decluttering! Not clothes or (except for two) handbags, but the rest of the house. Fortunately, DH is on board, or else we'd have a real problem. 
I've been reading a book by Gretchen Rubin called Outer Order, Inner Calm. It's kind of an alternative to the KonMari method. I got a lot out of KonMari, but I had some trouble with the "spark joy" concept, especially when applied to things like socks and laundry detergent.
I'm finding this book to be very down-to-earth, practical, nicely written, and filled with a ton of good ideas.
I've been reading a book by Gretchen Rubin called Outer Order, Inner Calm. It's kind of an alternative to the KonMari method. I got a lot out of KonMari, but I had some trouble with the "spark joy" concept, especially when applied to things like socks and laundry detergent.
I'm finding this book to be very down-to-earth, practical, nicely written, and filled with a ton of good ideas.
Well done! As you weren’t using them then this was a brave decision that will allow you more space just in case you see something you really love!
You know me. I can’t resist a Mulberry, especially with the original lock like that. I think your bag is totally gorgeous! I remember seeing the double zip tote in the shop when I bought my mini Cara several years ago. It was gorgeous then and it’s still stunning. That colour works really well on it too.The second probation bag, oddly enough, is also a Mulberry: the Small Bayswater Double-Zip. Similar problem. It's heavy, and it sticks out too far from my body. I replaced the strap, because the original one was too thin (photo sohws the original strap), and that helped, so I'm going to force myself to carry it for a while and see what I think. I'd be sad to let it go because I do like the design and the color. But life's too short to carry bags that hurt.
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I expect it’s heavy as it’s quite structured. It certainly looks that way. Enjoy carrying it while you decide!