2020 resolution - shopping my own bag and wallet collection. Any one else?

[Katinahat]

Fantastic Lily and leather jacket combo! The leather on both pieces looks amazing!

I think it looks terrific! Maybe it works because none of the metal is super-shiny? (That's a great jacket, btw. Drooling.)

This is so much prettier on a real computer than on my tiny phone. I used to never mix metals but wore gold and silver just separately . Now it the style works I don't stress as much as I used to. There are some things I still won't mix that only because there is to much hardware to begin with .

Thanks for all your kind comments. I totally love that leather jacket. Lucked out when I found it a half price in an MK sale a few years ago. It’s got such incredibly soft leather which is so easy to wear. The style and cut with the gold zips works better for me than a traditional biker jacket. I’m happy with the hardware clash but I also like to go all gold with jewellery and bags. Here with Mini Amberley. Looks less gold in that light for some reason.

 

[Cookiefiend]

What a totally fabulous use of a bag! Champagne and handbags, what’s not to like!

It’s a match made in heaven - just sayin’

Thanks for all your kind comments. I totally love that leather jacket. Lucked out when I found it a half price in an MK sale a few years ago. It’s got such incredibly soft leather which is so easy to wear. The style and cut with the gold zips works better for me than a traditional biker jacket. I’m happy with the hardware clash but I also like to go all gold with jewellery and bags. Here with Mini Amberley. Looks less gold in that light for some reason.
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Looking away, looking away, nothing to see here, nope, nope, nope.
(The Mulberry Amberley is on several of my watch lists - it’s beautiful. That clasp! )

 

[Katinahat]

Really difficult day at work, now browsing the internet for relaxation, feeling very tempted. Keep thinking a belt bag would be good for travelling but never completely sure.

This is in the sales so it says “buy me” on it just like Alice in Wonderland’s “Eat Me”. We all know how that worked out for her. Must switch off phone instead of chasing rabbits (or bags in this case!) .

 

[Katinahat]

It’s a match made in heaven - just sayin’

Looking away, looking away, nothing to see here, nope, nope, nope.
(The Mulberry Amberley is on several of my watch lists - it’s beautiful. That clasp! )

Oh thanks Cookiefiend, sorry to post temptation! Love the lock too. That’s a mini. Small is probably a better size really - not to enable.

I need to focus on the Amberley I do own, and not the little belt bag I don’t, to stay on track!

 

[dcooney4]

Really difficult day at work, now browsing the internet for relaxation, feeling very tempted. Keep thinking a belt bag would be good for travelling but never completely sure.

This is in the sales so it says “buy me” on it just like Alice in Wonderland’s “Eat Me”. We all know how that worked out for her. Must switch off phone instead of chasing rabbits (or bags in this case!) .
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Step away from the shopping site. Find a good book and curl up to read it.

 

[Katinahat]

Step away from the shopping site. Find a good book and curl up to read it.

Very good advice! Thank you!

I put down my phone and went to sleep. Need to plan some events instead so I can carry some of the lovely bags I already own!

 

[keodi]

That's a hysterical story about your Mom shocking your daughter! Thinking of Filene's Basement in Boston reminded me of a store in NYC called Loehmann's. Originally it was just one store, in Brooklyn; eventually there were a number of them. At least Loehmann's had dressing rooms (sort of). One giant dressing room, with full-length mirrors placed around the edges of the wall, and a hook beside each mirror. No dividers, no curtains. Just a mirror and a hook. The hook was VERY IMPORTANT. You would put your "finds" on the hook, and that was how you staked out your space. Then you would strip down to as little or as much as made you nervous (you would have taken off your coat; your Mom wouldn't have had ANY trouble!) and tried on clothes. Often, the other ladies around you would chime in with their opinions. And, gosh, they could be RUDE!!!

Am I the only transpalnted New Yorker here who remembers Loehman's?

Nope, another transplanted New Yorker here who remembers Loehman's, i miss it!

Yippee… I just got word that one of my Hermès scarves sold! So that's an "out" for the beginning of March!

Yay!!! congratulations on your sale!

Nothing beats shopping your bag closet with barenia. It is the one leather I can’t release.in Barenia Fauborg.
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I love your bag! and your scarf too!

Plus, your bag matches the strap of your Apple Watch… was that a happy accident, or are you wearing the H strap on your watch?

Also loving your 3 Graces shawl.

same!

 

[cowgirlsboots]

Thanks for all your kind comments. I totally love that leather jacket. Lucked out when I found it a half price in an MK sale a few years ago. It’s got such incredibly soft leather which is so easy to wear. The style and cut with the gold zips works better for me than a traditional biker jacket. I’m happy with the hardware clash but I also like to go all gold with jewellery and bags. Here with Mini Amberley. Looks less gold in that light for some reason.
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A good quality leather jacket in a cut that goes really well with one´s body, style, personality is a great asset! Lucky you finding yours in a sale!
I stick to vintage purchases as they are the only way to satisfy my need for quality within my budget. I might have found a perfect piece for myself recently. It´s being fumigated with ozone at the moment- something I always do with vintage pieces coming in- and needs a little altering. I´ll show it once this is done.

 

[cowgirlsboots]

Has anybody replaced missing Swarowski elements on bag hardware yet? The dice on my Gambler have lost some gems and I wonder whether I can simply glue in (but using which glue?) replacements? Any input would be highly appreciated.

 

[whateve]

Has anybody replaced missing Swarowski elements on bag hardware yet? The dice on my Gambler have lost some gems and I wonder whether I can simply glue in (but using which glue?) replacements? Any input would be highly appreciated.

I've replaced them in keychains (purse charms.) I bought the crystals on ebay from this seller: https://www.ebay.com/usr/iheartcrystals2?_trksid=p2047675.l2559
but you might be able to find a seller nearer to you.
Don't use super glue as it clouds the crystals. I used E6000 glue.

 

[Katinahat]

A good quality leather jacket in a cut that goes really well with one´s body, style, personality is a great asset! Lucky you finding yours in a sale!
I stick to vintage purchases as they are the only way to satisfy my need for quality within my budget. I might have found a perfect piece for myself recently. It´s being fumigated with ozone at the moment- something I always do with vintage pieces coming in- and needs a little altering. I´ll show it once this is done.

Thanks. You are so clever being able to do all those alterations. I wouldn’t have the skills or patience! I’m sure it’s a great way to get what you really want and something that suits you. I’ll have to stick to the sales!

 

[Cookiefiend]

Popping in to show my last in for 2019 - the Massaccesi Juliet Midi in medium gray Flor goat leather with matching Nappa calf, lavender (❤️) lining. I added a slip pocket to the back.



I have a ton of room in there still, I even switched to my full sized Silk’in! It’s so light weight too!

 

[ElainePG]

Nope, another transplanted New Yorker here who remembers Loehman's, i miss it!

 

[ElainePG]

Popping in to show my last in for 2019 - the Massaccesi Juliet Midi in medium gray Flor goat leather with matching Nappa calf, lavender (❤️) lining. I added a slip pocket to the back.
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I have a ton of room in there still, I even switched to my full sized Silk’in! It’s so light weight too!

How pretty! Lavender lining inside that grey is a brilliant idea. Yum.

I was tempted by the Flor leather, but ultimately passed on it. I wish I could have seen it in person. Does it have a texture? Is the Flor design stamped on it?

 

[More bags]

Popping in to show my last in for 2019 - the Massaccesi Juliet Midi in medium gray Flor goat leather with matching Nappa calf, lavender (❤️) lining. I added a slip pocket to the back.
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I have a ton of room in there still, I even switched to my full sized Silk’in! It’s so light weight too!

It’s beautiful, congratulations. I like the contrast lining and back slip pocket, so thoughtful. Is that a pineapple pouch - so cute!