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

[ElainePG]

Thank you, everyone, for all the well-wishes. It took a week, but I'm getting over the pleurisy. I needed to start on a second round of antibiotics yesterday, but I do seem to be fighting it off. It's just slow, and I need to be patient. Lots of naps.

I'm incredibly grateful that I have excellent medical support. So many people in this country don't, and they end up either in Urgent Care or the emergency department.

In the meantime, I convalesced with a bit of online browsing.

I didn't buy a handbag, but I did treat myself to a pair of shoes at Nordstrom that were 33% off… plus "free," because I had more than enough Nordstrom Notes. They aren't particularly sexy, but I do like the color. And I know they're comfy, because I already own them in navy.

 

[ElainePG]

So You have to think of denim as a neutral and treat it as such. I would wear lighter denim jacket with all white. Especially white jeans and top. You have beautiful scarves to drape around neck and your done. I also wear mine with maxi or pleated midi skirts. It also depends on cut of your denim jacket.

Thank you for the great advice, @missie1 . My denim jackets are both pinched in at the waist, then flared out a bit at the hips, so I agree that they would work with my H scarves. Funny, I hadn't thought of that!

Just checked: the light wash is Calvin Klein, and the dark wash is Theory. The Calvin Klein is more "cowboy"-ish, with silver buttons, so probably better with one of my small H bandannas. But the Theory has bone (or maybe plastic?) buttons, so could be worn with a 90cm scarf.

 

[cowgirlsboots]

Speaking of denim. I need a good denim jacket. I donated the two I had last year. Anyone have suggestions for one fitted though the waist?

As I never button my denim jackets up I usually buy them a size or two too small which makes them nice and fitted- or I wear the hand me downs from my daughters. My favourite one must be almost 20 years old. I painted the back. The photo is from 2015...

 

[missie1]

Welcome back missie1! Your Chanels are beautiful. I love your red Jumbo, perfect colour! The denim flap is cool. Thanks for sharing the pics.

Thanks. Glad to be back....I do still love my red flap. It’s Chanel perfection to me lol

 

[cowgirlsboots]

I'm so sorry you're having a hard time, @cowgirlsboots . The whole world is in a frightening situation now, and I think everyone has hours (or days, or weeks) when they feel like this. It's the natural human instinct to either run or to curl up into a little ball and hide.

You can definitely come here to cry, scream, or rant.

Thank-you! Coming here always helps!

 

[Sparkletastic]

First, congrats on getting the bandages off. Great news! And I'm not gonna ask what the styrofoam cups were for, but I'l admit that a funny image comes to mind!

Terrible that the customers in the WalMart weren't being sensible. I had to go into a CVS last week to pick up antibiotics and everyone waiting at the pharmacy section was standing 6 feet apart (there was tape on the floor). Most customers were wearing masks (I was), and some were wearing gloves (I was).

Which two bags have you carried since all this started? Are they your favorites, or are they the easiest to clean???

Styrofoam cups....
In having one foot out of commission, I tended to hop around instead of using my crutches. It seemed easier at the time but, now I’ve strained my Achilles’ tendon on the OTHER foot. (Sheesh!). My doctor told me to get styrofoam cups fill them with water and freeze. Then tear off the bottom and rub the ice directly on the tendon for 10-15 min. He wants me to do this as many times as I can stand it per day. I am not usually picky picky about recycling but, this is making me flinch a bit. So I’m going to look for recyclable cups online today.

You're right… what a cute bag! I didn't see the price?

The straw Miu Miu is $1492 at Saks.

Thanks

I haven’t carried it yet. I got sick 2 days after I got it. I’ve been in house on quarantine since. I have such plans for it with dresses and printed outfits.
You got rid of the ivory Flap with the Bijoux chain.....I loved that chain.

I’m so sorry you’ve been ill again.

Yes, I sold the ivory flap and was giddy! It really didn’t work for me. I still have my beautiful grey sf Jumbo with the ‘07 Bijoux chain which I preferred to the ‘08. I’m done with Chanel for a while. I may possibly add a black back in but, not any time soon. Too many other pretty bags out there.

So if it doesn't get worn with denim, would you wear it (just for example) with black? I don't have a denim bag (though I'm in love with yours!) but I always struggle with how to wear my denim jackets. If you put a denim jacket with jeans, it looks like a (strange) suit. Unless (maybe?) it's a light wash jacket with dark wash jeans.

So how is it done? I have two very nice denim jackets, a light wash and a dark wash, and I never know how to style them other than the obvious pairing with black jeans.

I know you asked Missie but I wanted to pipe in. A great demon jacket is so versatile. I wear mine over dresses when it’s a bit chilly and it keeps the look of some of the dressier ones from being to prim. I also like them over any non blue monochromatic look like black top and pants.

For a while, “stars” were throwing them on top of ball gowns. I hated that look but, everyone likes different things.

 

[cowgirlsboots]

So, what did you do??? Did you keep the mask on?
I thought that in Europe, everyone was wearing masks, but I guess that's not true.

Of course I kept my mask on and even stayed in the shop and finished my shopping. Running away wouldn´t have helped. In my town nobody seems to wear a mask. You can´t buy any real medical ones anywhere anyway. All I have is my homemade makeshift stuff. I made a box full for my family in North Rhine Westphalia, too.

 

[missie1]

As I never button my denim jackets up I usually buy them a size or two too small which makes them nice and fitted- or I wear the hand me downs from my daughters. My favourite one must be almost 20 years old. I painted the back. The photo is from 2015...
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I love this. So cute

 

[More bags]

The Dior bags!

Thank you!

Leather is Clemence, and the tan colour is Gold/ and the inner color is Hermes classic orange. In the summer months I wear the bag on the orange side.

Thank you it's one of my most used bags!

I agree! I had leopard print fendi baguette back in the day, I regret selling it!

beautiful, all of them! and all of them are on my wishlist!

Agreed!

Thanks keodi! I hope your wishlist bags find their way to you soon!

 

[missie1]

Styrofoam cups....
In having one foot out of commission, I tended to hop around instead of using my crutches. It seemed easier at the time but, now I’ve strained my Achilles’ tendon on the OTHER foot. (Sheesh!). My doctor told me to get styrofoam cups fill them with water and freeze. Then tear off the bottom and rub the ice directly on the tendon for 10-15 min. He wants me to do this as many times as I can stand it per day. I am not usually picky picky about recycling but, this is making me flinch a bit. So I’m going to look for recyclable cups online today.

The straw Miu Miu is $1492 at Saks.
I’m so sorry you’ve been ill again.

Yes, I sold the ivory flap and was giddy! It really didn’t work for me. I still have my beautiful grey sf Jumbo with the ‘07 Bijoux chain which I preferred to the ‘08. I’m done with Chanel for a while. I may possibly add a black back in but, not any time soon. Too many other pretty bags out there.
I know you asked Missie but I wanted to pipe in. A great demon jacket is so versatile. I wear mine over dresses when it’s a bit chilly and it keeps the look of some of the dressier ones from being to prim. I also like them over any non blue monochromatic look like black top and pants.

For a while, “stars” were throwing them on top of ball gowns. I hated that look but, everyone likes different things.

It’s a never ending roller coaster with my health. The grey is awesome with that chain. It’s funny how even Chanel gets boring after awhile. Prior to the Denim flap I bought two Fendi bags which added some variation to my collection. I had been wanting denim bag for awhile but I I didn’t want to get one that would look dated in few years. Felt it should be Chanel flap as it’s classic style in trendy material. Also revised my total count from 15 to allow 30 bags. I now have to count clutches and crossbody bags.

 

[More bags]

Beautiful bag/scarf/pen pairings, @More bags

Thanks Elaine. While my bags are hibernating, I have been wearing scarves and using my pens.

 

[Rhl2987]

• What is your favorite bag?
• My Hermes Kelly, so beautiful, and classic!
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• What is the bag that is most “like you”?
• My Hermes Trim I 38cm
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• What is your most used bag?
• My Hermes double sens, my most used bag of 2019
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Love these! I'm an H scarf lover and your Index Palmarum is gorgeous!

 

[Katinahat]

As I never button my denim jackets up I usually buy them a size or two too small which makes them nice and fitted- or I wear the hand me downs from my daughters. My favourite one must be almost 20 years old. I painted the back. The photo is from 2015...
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Great advice. I’m so pear shaped I struggle a bit as they are either too tight round yet waistline or too big over the chest. Tighter and not find up looks better with a dress for holidays but I like to be able to do it up for nights out at home. Solution- have two. They are just Gap ones though so nothing remotely designer. My love is my MK leather jacket for nights out.

One day we’ll get nights out again. 3 more weeks lock down just announced here but I’m ok with that. It keeps everyone safe.

 

[Rhl2987]

It’s a never ending roller coaster with my health. The grey is awesome with that chain. It’s funny how even Chanel gets boring after awhile. Prior to the Denim flap I bought two Fendi bags which added some variation to my collection. I had been wanting denim bag for awhile but I I didn’t want to get one that would look dated in few years. Felt it should be Chanel flap as it’s classic style in trendy material. Also revised my total count from 15 to allow 30 bags. I now have to count clutches and crossbody bags.

Will you have to downsize to get to 15 bags, or does that give you some room for new purchases?

 

[Rhl2987]

Oh my goodness! that is so cute! At first I was wondering if she was sitting on a rug made of rice and how you made that..and then I see the container! What a cool idea! That’s a forever photo!

Aww thank you! I am so bad and haven't printed a single photo of my daughter!! The only ones we have were taken at daycare and they created artwork with them. I will do that as a part of the bedroom update!