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

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OMG, this is hysterical! :lol: :lol: :lol:
Well, I don't color my hair, but my hair is short, so it's going to look pretty strange in a few weeks when I'm well overdue for a haircut.
I did think ahead last week to have my manicurist remove my gel mani and cut my nails very short, so now I'm "au naturel" which probably isn't a bad thing. I'm using my little container of Dior Crème Abricot cuticle cream as often as possible, what with all the hand-washing.
I do get regular facials, but the most important part of that is exfoliating, which I also do at home twice a week. I have a nice product, and if I run out there's always the rub-your-face-with-a-washcloth method that I did in grad school when I had no $$$ for luxuries.
Back to tweezing my own eyebrows. I think I'll live.
I guess in the general scheme of things, I'm pretty low-maintenance! :rolleyes:
I think one of the good things about having gone through a few stages of life is very little throws me off. Like you said, I have cheap or stay at home tricks I can use. So, if I can’t get professional beauty support - No worries! Lol!

Anyone remember SunIn hair bleaching spray? It was supposed to give you beach sun streaks? I tried it and it turned my dark brown hair Ronald McDonald red!!!! :whut: If I can survive that, I can survive any beauty challenge. :roflmfao:
My noir family!
LV mongram twist in python
LV keepall Vuitton Forever
LV keepall split
Hermes mini evelyne
Hermes Birkin 35 epsom GHW
Chanel double flap medium, caviar GHW
Chanel tote
YSL college bag
Longchamp limited edition hiatus
Longchamp Amsterdam tote
Gorgeous! Your collection is TDF!
I'm so happy I decided to grow out my gray hair several months ago. Maybe by the time this is over, it will be completely grown out. I don't have any problem cutting my own hair. I've been cutting it shorter in order to make it seem like I've made progress in growing it out. I usually straighten it after washing but I've started just leaving it to curl naturally. It's probably healthier and it doesn't matter since no one is going to see me other than DH. I never have a manicure since my nails look ridiculously tiny with any color on them. My cuticles are suffering from all the hand and dish washing. My toenails are in need of repolishing. I'll get to that soon. I don't like makeup so I'm fine in that department. My eyebrows need some work. They are very sparse. I've been mostly DIY with personal care so not much has changed for me.
I’m lucky in that I don’t get any texture or add on “process” on my hair so I don’t have to be frustrated about not getting to a salon. If it’s drip dry I get loopy curls. If I want to straighten it I can just use a flat iron. I do color it because my natural color is a dark reddish brown and I prefer a dark brown with golden undertones. But, again, that’s no biggie and if it grows out it won’t be too bad. I tried a box of drugstore color and er... shan’t be doing that again. :lol:
My makeup routine is minimal and Mr. S isn’t a makeup fan in general so no worries there. My biggest “issue” is my nails. I get dip powder manicure every 10 days. I was lucky in that my salon opened for appointments only last Thursday. Not sure what I’m going to do for the next fill.
My black bags in the order I purchased them
1. Brighton New York City Pouch, purchased new 2013
2. Coach studded mini Preston, purchased new 2014
3. Henri Bendel No. 7 camera bag, purchased new 2014
4. Coach large slim shoulder bag, made in 2001, purchased used in 2015, strap embellishment done 2019
5. Coach curb chain whiplash Dakotah, purchased new 2015
6. Coach vintage shoulder bag, purchased used in 2016, made in the early 70s
Great black bags. I especially like your Brighton pouch and HB shoulder bag!
I think I can relate to liking a bag, using it a lot, then getting bored. I’ve had the same experience with some bags. But because I have a lot in my collection, rotation can take a while. Sometimes, by the time a specific bag is back in rotation, my being bored with it has lessened. And sometimes there’s just a particular feature of the bag that would stand out (e.g. leather smell, ease of use) that would make me appreciate it a lot again!
I agree. That’s one reason I can’t be a bag minimalist. But, this Fendi just didn’t get enough “relief” from other bags. I may need two new ones to replace it for this use for that very reason.
Some eye candy to brighten the week! More to come. Reissue 225 with ruthenium hdw, small vanity case 20S with classic chain, Kate Spade quilted tote with champagne hdw (have had this bag for over 7 years now and NO wear and tear!!!), Chanel boy WOC, Mulberry Lily, Gucci Disco, Chanel Business Affinity Medium size, and YSL WOC
I saw you mod shot the small vanity case on the Chanel thread. It looks adorable but super tiny. What does it hold?
Goodness, those a gorgeous! I love the strap on the MCM, nd the RL tote is great!
Your Mulberry is lovely - have you carried it yet?

Bwahahahaa!
My mousy brown roots are going to make an appearance, but I have high and low lights done - so it won’t be a striking difference in color. I don’t get manicures - the polish never stays - even the gels. I get pedicures occasionally, but do them more often at home anyway.
However, because my facials (and dermaplaning) are all canceled for the near future, my luxurious mustache is going to have to be dealt with...
“luxurious mustache” :roflmfao: Yes the struggle is real. LOL!
My black bags,
2017
  • Louis Vuitton Noir Epi Passy GM
  • Celine Black Small Cabas Phantom with Belt
  • Chanel Black Reissue 226 Aged Calf Ruthenium Hardware
  • Louis Vuitton Noir Denim Neo Cabby MM
  • Celine Black Medium Classic Box
  • Chanel 15P Black Patent Coco Shine Small Flap
  • Chanel Black Caviar O Case Double Pouch
  • Vintage Coret Black Snakeskin Clutch (handed down from my MIL)
  • Tory Burch Black Dena Foldover Messenger Bag
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2020
  • Celine Black Small Cabas Phantom with Belt
  • Chanel Black Reissue 226 Aged Calf Ruthenium Hardware
  • Vintage Black Coret Snakeskin Clutch
  • Chanel 15P Black Patent Coco Shine Small Flap
  • Chanel Black Caviar Wallet on Chain Gold Hardware
  • Gucci Black Soho Disco
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You have done such a great job of curating across all your collection. :clap: I love every one of the black bags you now have.
 
My noir family!
LV mongram twist in python
LV keepall Vuitton Forever
LV keepall split
Hermes mini evelyne
Hermes Birkin 35 epsom GHW
Chanel double flap medium, caviar GHW
Chanel tote
YSL college bag
Longchamp limited edition hiatus
Longchamp Amsterdam tote
What a good-looking family! How do you like your YSL college bag? I was thinking about it last year, but didn't have an opportunity to try one IRL and hesitated to do a blind-buy.
 
Thank you very much!!!
Yes, the reissue is awesome! I wish I could use it more.
My most used black bags are: the Mulberry Lily, Chanel Business Affinity, Gucci disco, a cheapy crossbody from Banana republic that I always wear in the rain ... lol that bag has intact and it costed me $10 5 years ago (ironic). I go through phases. There was a time I was using the YSL woc every weekend. I think their pebbled leather is well made.
What about you?
Fantastic choices, those are great crossbody bags! My most frequently carried black bags are my Reissue, Soho Disco and WOC. :love:
Last year I spent a lot of time obsessing over and researching Reissue 225s. I was trying to justify it as different enough from my red 226 and my black 226 and thought if I bought a black 225 GHW I could let go of 2-3 other bags with a similar size and function from my bag wardrobe. In the end I let go of that idea and didn’t buy it. When I see modeling pics of people with their 225s, I think dang that bag looks really good on them!
 
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My black bags in the order I purchased them
1. Brighton New York City Pouch, purchased new 2013
2. Coach studded mini Preston, purchased new 2014
3. Henri Bendel No. 7 camera bag, purchased new 2014
4. Coach large slim shoulder bag, made in 2001, purchased used in 2015, strap embellishment done 2019
5. Coach curb chain whiplash Dakotah, purchased new 2015
6. Coach vintage shoulder bag, purchased used in 2016, made in the early 70s
Did you do the strap embellishment on that Coach bag yourself? I am in awe!!!!

And I've always been a big fan of that adorable little Brighton NYC pouch. Reminds me of my grad school days when I lived in The City. :smile:
 
Some eye candy to brighten the week! More to come. Reissue 225 with ruthenium hdw, small vanity case 20S with classic chain, Kate Spade quilted tote with champagne hdw (have had this bag for over 7 years now and NO wear and tear!!!), Chanel boy WOC, Mulberry Lily, Gucci Disco, Chanel Business Affinity Medium size, and YSL WOC
Your collection of black bags is classic… and classy. Beautifully curated.
 
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My black bags,
2017
  • Louis Vuitton Noir Epi Passy GM
  • Celine Black Small Cabas Phantom with Belt
  • Chanel Black Reissue 226 Aged Calf Ruthenium Hardware
  • Louis Vuitton Noir Denim Neo Cabby MM
  • Celine Black Medium Classic Box
  • Chanel 15P Black Patent Coco Shine Small Flap
  • Chanel Black Caviar O Case Double Pouch
  • Vintage Coret Black Snakeskin Clutch (handed down from my MIL)
  • Tory Burch Black Dena Foldover Messenger Bag
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2020
  • Celine Black Small Cabas Phantom with Belt
  • Chanel Black Reissue 226 Aged Calf Ruthenium Hardware
  • Vintage Black Coret Snakeskin Clutch
  • Chanel 15P Black Patent Coco Shine Small Flap
  • Chanel Black Caviar Wallet on Chain Gold Hardware
  • Gucci Black Soho Disco
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Love what you've done with your collection, @More bags . There doesn't seem to be any overlap now, and each piece definitely has its own function. Are you pleased? Is there anything else you'd add, or does your black collection feel "done"?
 
Welcome to the thread. It’s great to have you here. There are lots of supportive people with great ideas. Many of us have been where you are right now. No matter where you are in building or curating your collection we can all learn from each other and work towards our goals. Don’t be too hard on yourself. You’re in good company. :hugs:


Hi muchstuff, sorry to hear your bags are stuck at the border, your lack of income and kiddos needing help. That really sucks. When things turn around, I hope you can find your perfect Celine phantom cabas - I have one in black and it is a fantastic tote.




Fantastic and elegant collection of classy black beauties @cowgirlsboots!
Knowing me I’ll manage to buy one regardless :facepalm:.
 
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What a good-looking family! How do you like your YSL college bag? I was thinking about it last year, but didn't have an opportunity to try one IRL and hesitated to do a blind-buy.
It's one of my slightly used bags because it's kinda on the heavier side and with the chain you can only use it as a shoulder bag not as a crossbody.
 
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Lovely black collection! I haven’t seen that python Twist before, what a treasure! I was infatuated with the college bag a few months ago and researched it all over the internet and over tpf. I wanted one in grey and didn’t end up pulling the trigger. Your college bag is a beauty. Which of your black bags do you carry most often?
I use my longchamp le pliage daily for work.
And the mini evelyne and the LV twist often on weekends. The mini evelyne is so casual and the LV twist I carry it as a crossbody but the chain is slightly heavy.




Terrific black collection whateve! My favourites are your NYC Pouch and Gramercy satchel.
 
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