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

[essiedub]

Ladies, I wanted to come here to share a purchase that I’m torn about but am 90% certain I will not follow through with. I tried this Chanel mini yesterday at the mall and I fell in love with the adjustable chain. I wear my Chanel 19 the most of all my bags (it’s an actual daily wearer to take my daughter to daycare, run errands, etc), and I know I would use this often. I do already have a number of small sized bags, but only the mini Lindy is black. I love this bag and am feeling pangs about not getting it, but I also know that I don’t need it and I’d rather just spend my money at H.

I like the adjustable chain, it almost looks like a charm!

In terms of “to buy or not to buy”
“I don’t need it” - Need vs. don’t need..this is irrelevant. Of course you don’t “need”
“I know I would use this often” - this is the most important
“Love the bag” - secondary. (Take it from me..I love lots of things that are impractical) however since you will use it, that you love it, tips the balance. Plus it’s different
“Rather spend at H” - yes but is there a similar item for the use that you love? I know you have the Roulis...Would you use it same way?

Would you regret not buying it? Those bruises you get from kicking yourself kinda never heal..I don’t know why. There is no cure for regret (some Hakka saying)

 

[essiedub]

Black!
But I am not an etoupe person at all.

Loving all the blue bags!

I have been tidying up and kondo-ing this weekend. Very happy with myself. I am not going to pretend everything I own is in this wardrobe. But it is getting pretty close.
Two of those drawers are currently empty by the way .

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Whoa! Your closet looks like a boutique! Awesome! Love your bag display. When I first scrolled into photo, I thought it was an H store display cuz I zeroed in on the Plume! Is that RougeH?

 

[essiedub]

Late post: Feb 16 week. Can you tell I'm a red person!!! Lol. Chanel double flap, Hermes: birkin 25, Kelly Ado, mini evelyne, silk n wallet , Alexander McQueen tote, Gucci: exotic dionysus, disco bag, tote, LV: alma, giant neverfull, longchamp: limited edition Paris bag, and a backpack.

Dang girl! That is eye popping! I love that you love red! Just adore that giant LV!
Ok too many !!!marks which is your favorite?

 

[essiedub]

Late post: Feb 16 week. Can you tell I'm a red person!!! Lol. Chanel double flap, Hermes: birkin 25, Kelly Ado, mini evelyne, silk n wallet , Alexander McQueen tote, Gucci: exotic dionysus, disco bag, tote, LV: alma, giant neverfull, longchamp: limited edition Paris bag, and a backpack.

Dang girl! That is eye popping! I love that you love red! Just adore that giant LV!
Ok too many !!!marks which is your favorite?

 

[essiedub]

My blues .... I will make a decision to use them this month. I think I used the Antigona twice only .... ugh. It’s really stiff. I wear my Pochette Métis A LOT. Plan yo get another color.

Nice range of blues! Love the tote and that color Tell us more about the Pochette Metis *and what color you’re planning to get

 

[essiedub]

Oh my goodness! I’m in love with the new Mulberry jewellery line. I’m not meant to be buying bags but jewelleryView attachment 4686420
What do you think of this bracelet? Publicity shot from website. Comes in pink leather too.

This entire outfit is outstanding! I want it all..a marketing triumph

 

[essiedub]

Yes, plus it's open on the top (except for the center zipper which… duh… zips) so it also is more accessible. Probably not as good a bag for city or public transport use, but I live in a tiny town and I either walk or drive.

Here's the interior of the bag, showing the center zipped divider. Love the surprise of the lining!

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I kinda really love this! It’s a tote and it’s not and the leather looks so luscious!

 

[essiedub]

Thank you @baghabitz34


Thanks for your kind words dc!

Thank you Cookie! I like my So Kelly a lot. I have the So Kelly in the smaller size, 22, there is also a larger size, 26. I would describe it as a slim bucket bag that sits on my shoulder and fits close against my body. Depth wise, it is the same depth as my Evelyne PM. When I use a full size wallet, it stands up nicely, rather than laying it flat on the bottom. There is an interior zip pocket and an interior slip pocket, some could find the zipper pocket handy since the bag has an open top. I just put everything in the big open space. If I need more room to get an item out I can easily undo one of the sangles to give my hand more access. It is quite secure with the sangles done up. It fits everything I carry on a daily basis and I can also fit a Leuchtturm A5 Medium Hardcover notebook. The other delight with my So Kelly 22 is the Bleu Izmir (turquoise shade) contrast interior. The So Kellys don’t do well for resale so bargains can be found in the resale market. Hope it helps!

Oh dear..seems right up my alley. I think think is much dressier than an Evelyne. Now I am even more interested..I just have no holes to fill in my bag wardrobe, so to speak. But when I find one that screams to me..look out! Wonder if they were ever made in chèvre?
Love love that yours has a contrast interior!

 

[essiedub]

My blues! Dior Be Dior, Hermès Vibrato Picotin, and my new Hermès Dalvy.
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The Dalvy came in early this year, but I kept it under my hat - had too much going on, felt kinda like I had made a fuss over it earlier and it didn’t pan out (so I felt like a nincompoop), and so I just waited to reveal in the color week. Twins with @momasaurus, she’s a Navy Lady. The leather is gorgeous inside and out. I’ve got to get used to the closure - it’s tight and you’ve got to kinda squeeze the bag at the top a bit. There’s apparently a learning curve!

Ah the loveLY Dalvy! So polished! You’ll Have to do a modeling shot with your entire outfit!
Your a Dior has a contrast handle? And a back pocket..so handy. I bet the leather is buttery!
And if course, the most chic and elegant champagne carrier

 

[essiedub]

Thank you!
My K is black - a navy K (as well as a Rouge H) has been on my 'Might Buy if Found in the 3Rs*' list for several years, but I haven't found one yet that meets the all criteria, at the right time.
Que sera, sera!



3Rs = Right Color, Right Condition, Right Price

I like the 3R’s. Will adopt.

 

[essiedub]

Blue is my favorite color, along with turquoise and bluey purples, so I have a lot of them.
1: Coach Janice's Legacy (2004), Coach Rambler's Legacy (2005), Coach belted pouch (1997)
2: Coach X Peanuts mini duffle (2015), vintage Coach stroll tote (1991), Henri Bendel No. 7 flap (2015), Coach Hailey in cornflower (2010).
3: Coach Poppy Spotlight tote (2010)
4: Balenciaga Velo in bleu lavande
5: Balenciaga Day in outremer
6. Balenciaga Day in aquamarine, Bottega Veneta, Coach croc embossed Chelsea crossbody in turquoise (2016)

Nice blues! I have a soft spot for all those juicy Coach bags! I’m also late to the party on Balenciaga but I’ve always liked them ..so many sizes in so many leathers and colors. I saw a big blue one that is sized like a briefcase...love

 

[Cookiefiend]

Oh dear..seems right up my alley. I think think is much dressier than an Evelyne. Now I am even more interested..I just have no holes to fill in my bag wardrobe, so to speak. But when I find one that screams to me..look out! Wonder if they were ever made in chèvre?
Love love that yours has a contrast interior!

Ooo - I agree with you 100% on the So Kelly - dressier than an Evie, but not so dressy as a Kelly. Very very tempting!

Ah the loveLY Dalvy! So polished! You’ll Have to do a modeling shot with your entire outfit!
Your a Dior has a contrast handle? And a back pocket..so handy. I bet the leather is buttery!
And if course, the most chic and elegant champagne carrier

Thank you! I'll try to catch an outfit photo next time I wear her! (and a bag spill - because for some unknown reason I *LOVE* seeing bag spills and figure everyone else does too )
The Dior has a silver handle and back pocket. Because the pocket is in the back, it's not super obvious and so is like a special fillip, a little happy surprise. It fits my phone perfectly too. The leather is - well - scrumptious… inside and out. It also has a 'hidden' pocket inside - another little happy detail. Next time I carry it, I'll do a bag spill.
I've kept that photo of DH and the Pico in my favorites - it makes me smile.

 

[Rhl2987]

I love this comment, “Generally I just add things I love and try to get rid of things that I don't love or like the least.” I love your self awareness of having enough bags, adding beautiful bags and releasing your least favourites. Thanks for sharing this, it’s inspiring.

Thank you!! This is very sweet and I appreciate it!

Oh beautiful! Is this Gris Perle chèvre? I just love gray bags!

Yes, it is! This was not on my radar but I love it! I had the perfect twilly for it too.

I like the adjustable chain, it almost looks like a charm!

In terms of “to buy or not to buy”
“I don’t need it” - Need vs. don’t need..this is irrelevant. Of course you don’t “need”
“I know I would use this often” - this is the most important
“Love the bag” - secondary. (Take it from me..I love lots of things that are impractical) however since you will use it, that you love it, tips the balance. Plus it’s different
“Rather spend at H” - yes but is there a similar item for the use that you love? I know you have the Roulis...Would you use it same way?

Would you regret not buying it? Those bruises you get from kicking yourself kinda never heal..I don’t know why. There is no cure for regret (some Hakka saying)

I love your feedback! Thank you so much! I am on hold for right now (kind of like a forced 30 day waiting period) because I don't want to spend this much money on a bag at the moment, but we will see how I feel in a month or two. I listed one of my mini Roulis bags in preparation for that time. I'm also going to pick up small items at H in the meantime, like a couple lipsticks and a 90 silk. I do think I could use this in a similar way to my mini Roulis bags. If I had more evenings out then this would probably be used more but we do not go out at night much!

 

[doni]

Whoa! Your closet looks like a boutique! Awesome! Love your bag display. When I first scrolled into photo, I thought it was an H store display cuz I zeroed in on the Plume! Is that RougeH?

Yes! Rouge H Box. Got it from a lovely TPFer too.

 

[doni]

Blue is my favorite color, along with turquoise and bluey purples, so I have a lot of them.
1: Coach Janice's Legacy (2004), Coach Rambler's Legacy (2005), Coach belted pouch (1997)
2: Coach X Peanuts mini duffle (2015), vintage Coach stroll tote (1991), Henri Bendel No. 7 flap (2015), Coach Hailey in cornflower (2010).
3: Coach Poppy Spotlight tote (2010)
4: Balenciaga Velo in bleu lavande
5: Balenciaga Day in outremer
6. Balenciaga Day in aquamarine, Bottega Veneta, Coach croc embossed Chelsea crossbody in turquoise (2016)

Wow!
All your Bals look so bright and saturated. I had two blue Balenciaga bags and they both faded badly...