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

[ElainePG]

This is my current Coach card case. It is from the men's department. They often use better leather for men's goods.

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I totally love this! I'll have to look at the Men's department offerings in the future.
This must be "vintage," though… I'm guessing that PacMan isn't around any more???

 

[Sparkletastic]

They are already packed, but the three are a vintage 1967 Leiber Chatelaine, a Balenciaga Twiggy, and a Harveys Seatbelt Donald bag.

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That Leiber is everything!

Just a thought: What if we did at least one showcase of "most used COVID bags" and why. I would truly love to see what people are wearing and using during this time (even if it is just a plastic grocery bag!). I know that my bag usage has really shifted and I have found myself using bags that I might not use every day otherwise.

Like this idea too!

Oh, that coat is a beauty. I have a bit of a thing for coats, as my entire family likes to point out to me.

I was the same til I moved here to a warmer climate. There isn’t as much opportunity to wear coats to the point I even sold off my oldest 3 fur coats. That means I “force” opportunies to wear my remaining furs and other coats. Yep that’s me in 60degree F weather wearing a mink because...well...when else am I? I can be so silly.

Sorry, my brain is a sieve... who was looking for a black quilted bag with gold hardware to make up for the Miss dior desaster? Was that you @Sparkletastic? I just looked through the PurseBlog and saw the post on the Bally Viva. If I was after gold hardware this would be a contestant (in several years when it hits the preloved market...)

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It was me. Thanks for sharing. I kinda have my heart set on a Dior. I’m thinking this it the time to finally get my Lady Dior so it gets som wear despite the stupid zipper opening on the traditional ones. This will be resale for me though. So...the hunt begins.

She arrived! My Dior New Lock back is here!

When I first saw the parcel my heart sank. It was shipped in a grey plastic shipping bag, obviously no padding and dripping from the rain outside.

Once the plastic was removed happiness returned. She is perfect, wonderful, the leather feels like silk, the size is perfect for me.

Of course I immediately started checking all the details and comparing them to my research file re authenticity. (I already did this with the listing photos of course, but always doubt myself and the intgrity of any seller.)

When I went back into my room to check on some detail I hadn´t noticed so far in my reference photos the whole room was filled with the magic scent of Dior. There´s no doubt!

My heart is filled with joy!

Yay! Yay! Yay! YAY!!!
I’m so happy for you. You’re going to make me start taking a look at the New Lock. I just adore Dior.
mine thing - Dior bags are much more sturdy than one would think. I bought my yellow Miss Dior preloved and they put it in a soft shipping bag. The idiot post person shoved it in the mailbox with a lot of other mail and I was scared to open. But, when I did? it needed a few hours to poof and it was perfect!

The smell is totally addictive! I´ve experienced it with almost all my Dior bags (and shoes) from the Galliano era. It´s a warm leathery smell, exciting and embracing. It makes me feel so good, fully at peace. It´s the strongest with the soft lambskin and the Gaucho leather. I wished there was a perfume!

This smell speaks to me to the extent I "taste" Dior.

OMG! I thought it was just me. Dior bags have a distinctive aroma and I loooooove it.

Here she is for you to see

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PS: she is as pleasantly heavy as I had hoped for!

Wheeeeeeee!!!!

As promised pics of the grail scarves I got in August. I forgot about Carre kantha, which i got in the magenta CW.

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I see all you ladies loving scarfs. I don’t get why they look ridiculous on me. I look older, fatter, squatter, crazier in them. Enjoy!!!! Lovely patterns.

 

[papertiger]

I have a silk rug in my entry. It was gorgeous when we got it, I even considered putting it on the wall rather than the floor. It coordinates beautifully with the wool rug in the living room. My cat loved to sharpen her claws on it and I wasn't stern enough with her. It has all these pulled threads in it now.

I suppose it felt nice under her paws. Doesn't work being stern so don't rebuke yourself. The rug sounds lovely though.

 

[Sparkletastic]

I have no idea. It would have been too big for me. She probably donated it. My mom didn't hang onto things she never used. When she died, my sister and my father donated all her stuff before I had a chance to see if there was anything I wanted. My sister is unsentimental and doesn't like clutter - completely opposite of me. Once she sold a Persian carpet at a garage sale for $100. It was worth at least $30,000. She said it was worn out.

ooohmigoodness! I’m heck on wheels about getting rid of clutter. But, I alllllllwaaaaays want to squeeze a penny out of what I don’t want. Yikes!

But, more than that, I wish you’d had the chance to pick out a few treasures for your own.

I know! That's always how I've always marked the start of autumn: a snap in the air, and organizing the stack of tickets.

Can we all agree 2020 truly sucks in every way. UGH!

I hope I'm not age-plaining but I think it's more because the word 'old', 'ageing' or 'matronly' or whatever is used in a derogatory way. if someone is old and people are saying I don't want to look like that, it's probably hard not to take it personally. Even saying someone looks good for their age is really a backhanded compliment IMO.

What's so great about looking young, or old, or anything? Whats not to love either? People just want to look great and especially don't want to disappear (become invisible) or be ridiculed either, and that's why we all have to be careful of our language.

I haven't been wearing my Moto jacket recently, but if I do, I always remind myself to be careful with those zips and any silk.

Everyone gets old unless the die. So, Kind of silly to hate on your future IMO. That being said, is anyone beyond drinking age looking for something that ages them?

Not disagreeing with your post even a little bit. But, as a Gen X’r, I’m not a baby yet I couldn’t give a one legged owl’s hoot about age comments in either direction.

Thank-you! I´ll have a look at the link you kindly shared.
For a coat I will definetely shop my own closet, though. This afternoon I dug out a gorgeous 70ies vintage leather coat by Basler that will only need a big collar (of which I own a fine assortment...)
Personally I think there is enough vintage fur in this world (and a good amount of it in my own house already) that I don´t buy any new.


Haha... just saw this and I have the very same style somewhere in my wardrobe- true vintage, real fur, bought for a song last year.

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That is totally adorable!!!

 

[Sparkletastic]

Went out yesterday for the first time in forever. Met a friend for dinner. She and I sat on a patio at a table big enough for 8. (Covid is a strange time)

Anyway, I got this beauty out. Oh how I miss my bags!!!!
I was proud of myself because I did my nails (dip powder) the day before and they looked ah-ma-zing! This was my 5th try and, candidly, I like my home version better than the salon. So, one teeny tiny plus for the Covid quarantine.

And, I wore false lashes for the first time. (Yep, my Covid boredom has reached a fever pitch.) They are “demi” lashes and I loved them! Who knew! I don’t look like a pair of tarantulas set up house on my face. The more subtle lashes simply give a bit of “pow” to my eyes without making me look like I’m trying too hard. Precovid I would have sworn I’d never wear them. Live and learn and eat crow...

I also wore more makeup thanks to much YouTube and Tiktok coaching (I usually only wear eyeliner, mascara and lip color) I gotta say I was less than impressed. I did highlighter, foundation / powder combo and eyeshadow. I still just looked like me... just with glittery stuff on. So, I think the lashes are a new permanent add. The other makeup updates? Meh. I’ll keep playing but, I’m thinking not so much.

Anyone else trying new makeup or skin care trends? If so, what are you enjoying and what are you kicking to the curb?

 

[cowgirlsboots]

It was me. Thanks for sharing. I kinda have my heart set on a Dior. I’m thinking this it the time to finally get my Lady Dior so it gets som wear despite the stupid zipper opening on the traditional ones. This will be resale for me though. So...the hunt begins.

Dior is always a good decision- I love Dior! Happy hunting for the perfect Lady dior! ❤

 

[whateve]

I totally love this! I'll have to look at the Men's department offerings in the future.
This must be "vintage," though… I'm guessing that PacMan isn't around any more???

It's not vintage but it isn't around anymore either. I got it in 2016. They do collaborations fairly frequently though.

 

[cowgirlsboots]

Yay! Yay! Yay! YAY!!!
I’m so happy for you. You’re going to make me start taking a look at the New Lock. I just adore Dior.
mine thing - Dior bags are much more sturdy than one would think. I bought my yellow Miss Dior preloved and they put it in a soft shipping bag. The idiot post person shoved it in the mailbox with a lot of other mail and I was scared to open. But, when I did? it needed a few hours to poof and it was perfect!

OMG! I thought it was just me. Dior bags have a distinctive aroma and I loooooove it.

Thank you!!!! ❤
My New Lock is gorgeous- so perfect!
Much better than I had expected.
Experiencing the gorgeous cannage for the first time in my life in person I started wondering what a Lady Dior would be like...


DH told me our post person threw the plastic shipping bag with my bag inside at him like a football....

The scent is there! And it is wonderful! Do the post Galliano bags smell the same?

 

[papertiger]

Not disagreeing with your post even a little bit. But, as a Gen X’r, I’m not a baby yet I couldn’t give a one legged owl’s hoot about age comments in either direction.
That is totally adorable!!!

We don't know what it's like to be old. I don't profess to speak for old people, but I can see that ageism is everywhere and the last 'ism' that's excused.

 

[whateve]

We don't know what it's like to be old. I don't profess to speak for old people, but I can see that ageism is everywhere and the last 'ism' that's excused.

I know what it is like to be old, unfortunately.

ETA: I remember the day, many years ago, when I was shopping with my daughters. Before this day, the sales person always approached me to ask if I needed any help. That day, I was ignored in favor of my daughters.

 

[Sparkletastic]

We don't know what it's like to be old. I don't profess to speak for old people, but I can see that ageism is everywhere and the last 'ism' that's excused.

Of course it shouldn’t be excused. My point is that being in the middle, I hear age based comments from both ends. I’m too old to be doing this and too young yet to understand that. I’m not going to let people with their issues steal my joy. Particularly when it comes to what I wear.

 

[cowgirlsboots]

My new red wallet arrived today- and will go back tomorrow.
Sorry, I seem to be a snob... even as the quality is good (as in not sloppy) the new wallet looks sad and cheap next to my old, much cheaper wallet I´ve been using for at least 5 years and does not please my fingertips. The box the new one came in was gorgeous, though...
Back to the drawing board... wanted: big red wallet, preferrably with two zipped compartments.

Here are the comparison pics.
I totally prefer the old wallet above. My son said the new one felt plasticky.

 

[whateve]

My new red wallet arrived today- and will go back tomorrow.
Sorry, I seem to be a snob... even as the quality is good (as in not sloppy) the new wallet looks sad and cheap next to my old, much cheaper wallet I´ve been using for at least 5 years and does not please my fingertips. The box the new one came in was gorgeous, though...
Back to the drawing board... wanted: big red wallet, preferrably with two zipped compartments.

Here are the comparison pics.
I totally prefer the old wallet above. My son said the new one felt plasticky.
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That's a shame!

 

[cowgirlsboots]

That's a shame!

Totally! For now my old wallet will have to do. i cleaned and polished it. One day the right one will turn up for me.

 

[Cookiefiend]

Of course it shouldn’t be excused. My point is that being in the middle, I hear age based comments from both ends. I’m too old to be doing this and too young yet to understand that. I’m not going to let people with their issues steal my joy. Particularly when it comes to what I wear.

Don’t let ANYONE steal your joy. Never, never.