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

[papertiger]

So after having finalized my closet’s change of season, it is official, I have lost my beloved pair of black Gucci Brixtons... In my defense, I blame corona. At the time I was convinced they were at my office, as I never had the time to get back after a trip and before confinement happened. Then in the Summer I was able to check my office and they were not there. So I assumed I left them in Madrid, where I had been traveling weekly until, yes, corona. But it transpires they are not there. They also most definitely nowhere in my home either... Now I am thinking maybe I took them to the cobblers for new soles? But I cannot for the life of me remember that or find a ticket. My usual cobbler retired and I don‘t know even where I could have taken them... What a mystery.
How am I going to survive Fall without a pair of black loafers escapes me

I have 2 houses and before March 2 offices at different sites at work too. I am forever losing things.

I once found diamond earrings I thought I'd lost at a wedding - after 7 years.

I hope you find your Bixtons

Can you please cross your fingers I find my Cartier gold, diamond and emerald-eyed Cartier ring!? It's got to be somewhere

 

[whateve]

I’ll go, and I’ll start with my Hermès Vibrato Picotin 18, in Thalassa blue.
Hermès stopped making Vibrato in 2007 (internet info may not be 100% accurate), and that’s a shame. Vibrato is made from a stack of Chevre (goat leather) painstaking sliced, so that each slice/shade is shown - it looks a bit like suede -but it isn’t. It is resistant to scratches, and is a tad more expensive that some of the other Hermès leathers.
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I’m not certain what leather is inside, but it is as soft as butter - maybe Swift?
I love the contrast stitching too.
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It fits quite a bit even though it’s the PM size - I can fit my medium wallet, small cosmetic bag, epi-pen, sunglasses, keys, hand sanitizer, an extra face mask and my phone it it.
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Mine is an older version because I don’t have the lock, but it does have a small, fasten-able strap for a bit of security. Because it is hand held only, I have a twilly on mine all the time as a shoulder strap should I need one.
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I had no idea that was stacked leather! Thanks for showing.

 

[papertiger]

Remember I mentioned I want a black and gold bag? These Gucci bags are hitting my radar. Cute or too much?

I don’t own one so no fear in hurting my feelings. I’d love honest opinions. I saw and liked these bags the last time I was in Europe and DD almost threw up. So, I’m questioning my taste level while still thinking they are interesting bags.

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Reminds me of DH present to me Valentine's 2009 from Gucci. It was called Valentine's Boston with Leather Hearts. Sig canvas with studded patent leather trim and gold and silver leather hearts. Not only DH loved it, my Gucci SA and my mother all thought it was fabulous.

It actually it looks great with the right outfit and has grown on me. I wear casually and with abandon.

For your bag, easily fab with LBD

Edited found a couple of pics (I think we talked about it before)

 

[doni]

No questions - well - unless someone knows what leather the lining is? More sharing a bag I own, per Sparkles post, and able to answer questions anyone else has? I'm glad to know you love it!

Now I really want to know what the leather is... could it be box or chamonix?
womderful bag. I find vibrato fabulous but the colorways it tends to come in are not for me.

 

[Cookiefiend]

Now I really want to know what the leather is... could it be box or chamonix?
womderful bag. I find vibrato fabulous but the colorways it tends to come in are not for me.

I’m pretty sure it’s not box, chamonix could be a possibility?
I‘ve seen a pretty pink/red Vibrato that’s stunning - I’ve seen Picos in it with a bright green lining - so cute! But I’ve also seen some brown or tan V that’s pretty meh in my opinion.
I just missed out on a blue V Kelly two years ago...

 

[msd_bags]

Remember I mentioned I want a black and gold bag? These Gucci bags are hitting my radar. Cute or too much?

I don’t own one so no fear in hurting my feelings. I’d love honest opinions. I saw and liked these bags the last time I was in Europe and DD almost threw up. So, I’m questioning my taste level while still thinking they are interesting bags.

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Well, a bit too much going on. But I believe this will work with a plain outfit, say, all black. This will be the highlight. What a sophisticated look that would be!

I’ll go, and I’ll start with my Hermès Vibrato Picotin 18, in Thalassa blue.
Hermès stopped making Vibrato in 2007 (internet info may not be 100% accurate), and that’s a shame. Vibrato is made from a stack of Chevre (goat leather) painstaking sliced, so that each slice/shade is shown - it looks a bit like suede -but it isn’t. It is resistant to scratches, and is a tad more expensive that some of the other Hermès leathers.
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I’m not certain what leather is inside, but it is as soft as butter - maybe Swift?
I love the contrast stitching too.
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It fits quite a bit even though it’s the PM size - I can fit my medium wallet, small cosmetic bag, epi-pen, sunglasses, keys, hand sanitizer, an extra face mask and my phone it it.
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Mine is an older version because I don’t have the lock, but it does have a small, fasten-able strap for a bit of security. Because it is hand held only, I have a twilly on mine all the time as a shoulder strap should I need one.
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I thought Vibrato was ‘just’ patterned leather. Didn’t know that so much goes into making it. Beautiful bag, btw!

 

[papertiger]

I’m pretty sure it’s not box, chamonix could be a possibility?
I‘ve seen a pretty pink/red Vibrato that’s stunning - I’ve seen Picos in it with a bright green lining - so cute! But I’ve also seen some brown or tan V that’s pretty meh in my opinion.
I just missed out on a blue V Kelly two years ago...

I really liked a Trim I with light green and light neutrals in a Japanese B&M store. The problem was a very visible mark on the Barenia, and slap bang in the front of the bag. My friend said the mark was too much to get over and I think that's right. It was a beautiful bag though, le sigh

I like the meh brown LOL but your blue is beautiful.

I don't think the leather is Chamonix, it would be too stiff. It would have to be a smooth, durable but supple leather. I think some of the Trims have the same with the Vibrato. Maybe check out some our H forum ref threads.

 

[papertiger]

I am going to talk about this bag because I just found it literally shopping from my own closet here. Actually, DH in his C-19-lockdown 'I'm so bored' frenzy did some 'clearing-up' and couldn't make it fit back again.

It's a Gucci Jockey Boston and I bought it because I have a Gucci 18K gold bracelet and Gucci trench coat that goes with it. I think also bought quite a lot of black and gold scarves because of these other items too. I used to carry it a lot, take it to work and trips out. It looks big to my eyes now.

So, apart from black and gold coordinating military stuff (which I'll do for A/W) what you wear with it? Tell me anything and everything, top to toe.

I was thinking about buying a black wool 'boyfriend' blazer from Cos and wearing with DVF mini dresses (both animal print - 1 pink and 1 rust) or black (40s tap-style) shorts or even pink python shorts (oh yes I would ) What else?

 

[Purses & Perfumes]

Hello everyone, I am jumping in here to talk about a bag I just purchased (beige ) in a bit, but first I wanted to say that I think it's so much fun to rediscover a bag that has been sitting in the closet for a while, @papertiger. I'll have to think a bit about styling suggestions with the bag, but I'm thinking it probably goes with quite a variety of outfits.
@Cookiefiend, that's a beautiful bag!
@Sparkletastic, I like the style of the bag you posted (top-handle), but honestly, the pattern is a bit too busy for me personally.

I think I mentioned that I was debating between the Vavin and the Pochette Metis a while back. Anyway I decided to go with the Pochette Metis in turtledove. I was looking for a casual, easy to wear bag and this just fit the bill. The style is very similar to my black chevron YSL large College bag, and I've used that one a lot so I know it's a style that will get used. I had originally planned to get the Cluny in epi leather, and just before the pandemic in March, I actually purchased the pink Cluny. But when I came home, I realized I just had too many top handle bags so I returned it.

Soon after that, the boutiques closed due to the pandemic. Anyway, once things re-opened here, I decided to check out the color turtledove. I always liked the Pochette Metis as a casual bag, but I had hesitated to buy it before because of glazing issues and so on. Anyway, I really like the turtledove color, so I decided to take a chance and get this bag in empreinte leather. Will post pictures soon. So I guess that's my bag story. Oh, and no more bag purchases for me! I think I am pretty satisfied with my collection at this point.

 

[Cookiefiend]

I really liked a Trim I with light green and light neutrals in a Japanese B&M store. The problem was a very visible mark on the Barenia, and slap bang in the front of the bag. My friend said the mark was too much to get over and I think that's right. It was a beautiful bag though, le sigh

I like the meh brown LOL but your blue is beautiful.

I don't think the leather is Chamonix, it would be too stiff. It would have to be a smooth, durable but supple leather. I think some of the Trims have the same with the Vibrato. Maybe check out some our H forum ref threads.

oh honey - I like brown (brown eyes, brown (with holyshiteimgoinggray) hair), but the Vibrato browns just didn’t thrill me. I’d rather have a gorgeous barenia (which is what I think my Just Campagne is like), or a yummy chocolate brown like my LV Pallas.
I’ll scout out the reference threads - thank you for the suggestion!

I am going to talk about this bag because I just found it literally shopping from my own closet here. Actually, DH in his C-19-lockdown 'I'm so bored' frenzy did some 'clearing-up' and couldn't make it fit back again.

It's a Gucci Jockey Boston and I bought it because I have a Gucci 18K gold bracelet and Gucci trench coat that goes with it. I think also bought quite a lot of black and gold scarves because of these other items too. I used to carry it a lot, take it to work and trips out. It looks big to my eyes now.

So, apart from black and gold coordinating military stuff (which I'll do for A/W) what you wear with it? Tell me anything and everything, top to toe.

I was thinking about buying a black wool 'boyfriend' blazer from Cos and wearing with DVF mini dresses (both animal print - 1 pink and 1 rust) or black (40s tap-style) shorts or even pink python shorts (oh yes I would ) What else?

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Mmmm - I like the black boyfriend jacket idea.
I can say that if I wore a black jacket with the python shorts... DH would chase me down the hall and we’d never leave the house - just sayin! So unless, that’s your desired result - maybe wear dark jeans...

(Dark Jeans, a black jacket, a short-ish black skirt with black tights and boots, would absolutely work)

 

[Cookiefiend]

Hello everyone, I am jumping in here to talk about a bag I just purchased (beige ) in a bit, but first I wanted to say that I think it's so much fun to rediscover a bag that has been sitting in the closet for a while, @papertiger. I'll have to think a bit about styling suggestions with the bag, but I'm thinking it probably goes with quite a variety of outfits.
@Cookiefiend, that's a beautiful bag!
@Sparkletastic, I like the style of the bag you posted (top-handle), but honestly, the pattern is a bit too busy for me personally.

I think I mentioned that I was debating between the Vavin and the Pochette Metis a while back. Anyway I decided to go with the Pochette Metis in turtledove. I was looking for a casual, easy to wear bag and this just fit the bill. The style is very similar to my black chevron YSL large College bag, and I've used that one a lot so I know it's a style that will get used. I had originally planned to get the Cluny in epi leather, and just before the pandemic in March, I actually purchased the pink Cluny. But when I came home, I realized I just had too many top handle bags so I returned it.

Soon after that, the boutiques closed due to the pandemic. Anyway, once things re-opened here, I decided to check out the color turtledove. I always liked the Pochette Metis as a casual bag, but I had hesitated to buy it before because of glazing issues and so on. Anyway, I really like the turtledove color, so I decided to take a chance and get this bag in empreinte leather. Will post pictures soon. So I guess that's my bag story. Oh, and no more bag purchases for me! I think I am pretty satisfied with my collection at this point.

Thank you - I do love it!

 

[dcooney4]

Remember I mentioned I want a black and gold bag? These Gucci bags are hitting my radar. Cute or too much?

I don’t own one so no fear in hurting my feelings. I’d love honest opinions. I saw and liked these bags the last time I was in Europe and DD almost threw up. So, I’m questioning my taste level while still thinking they are interesting bags.

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It is interesting but a bit to busy for me

 

[papertiger]

oh honey - I like brown (brown eyes, brown (with holyshiteimgoinggray) hair), but the Vibrato browns just didn’t thrill me. I’d rather have a gorgeous barenia (which is what I think my Just Campagne is like), or a yummy chocolate brown like my LV Pallas.
I’ll scout out the reference threads - thank you for the suggestion!

Mmmm - I like the black boyfriend jacket idea.
I can say that if I wore a black jacket with the python shorts... DH would chase me down the hall and we’d never leave the house - just sayin! So unless, that’s your desired result - maybe wear dark jeans...

(Dark Jeans, a black jacket, a short-ish black skirt with black tights and boots, would absolutely work)

LOL on the shorts, my DH would love it.

it's a lot of hardware which I'm not so used to anymore, but lots of my '00s and '10s bags have chunky 'jewellery' of their own. I really enjoyed carrying my Gucci Horsebit Chain Clutch with the giant Horsebit in March so I need to make them work.

Well, I just thought since tPF has been going for quite a while, in the early days someone would have bought one of these Vibratos new so would know. I looked at all kinds of reseller listings and no one has mentioned the leather type.

I also noticed a lot of people selling Crinoline bags have them listed as Vibrato. That's very unfortunate for the new owner as Crinoline needs a lot more care.

 

[dcooney4]

Hello everyone, I am jumping in here to talk about a bag I just purchased (beige ) in a bit, but first I wanted to say that I think it's so much fun to rediscover a bag that has been sitting in the closet for a while, @papertiger. I'll have to think a bit about styling suggestions with the bag, but I'm thinking it probably goes with quite a variety of outfits.
@Cookiefiend, that's a beautiful bag!
@Sparkletastic, I like the style of the bag you posted (top-handle), but honestly, the pattern is a bit too busy for me personally.

I think I mentioned that I was debating between the Vavin and the Pochette Metis a while back. Anyway I decided to go with the Pochette Metis in turtledove. I was looking for a casual, easy to wear bag and this just fit the bill. The style is very similar to my black chevron YSL large College bag, and I've used that one a lot so I know it's a style that will get used. I had originally planned to get the Cluny in epi leather, and just before the pandemic in March, I actually purchased the pink Cluny. But when I came home, I realized I just had too many top handle bags so I returned it.

Soon after that, the boutiques closed due to the pandemic. Anyway, once things re-opened here, I decided to check out the color turtledove. I always liked the Pochette Metis as a casual bag, but I had hesitated to buy it before because of glazing issues and so on. Anyway, I really like the turtledove color, so I decided to take a chance and get this bag in empreinte leather. Will post pictures soon. So I guess that's my bag story. Oh, and no more bag purchases for me! I think I am pretty satisfied with my collection at this point.

The pochette metis is a beautiful bag. Wear it in good health. I was eyeing it in black but so is my daughter and it is the only bag she really wants so I removed it off my list. Please tell me how it wears . It is the only thing she really wants and is saving for it.

 

[doni]

I hope you find your Bixtons

Can you please cross your fingers I find my Cartier gold, diamond and emerald-eyed Cartier ring!? It's got to be somewhere

I have to say, I feel much better about my lost Brixtons right now...