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Thanks Cookie
I love my Reissues, Bolide, Coco Handle and Evelyne. I love my other bags, too! It is a good position to be in.
That is an excellent position to be in!!Thanks Cookie
The nine bags I carried in September,
- Black Reissue
- Bolide
- Evelyne
- Red Reissue
- Coco Handle
- Massai Cut
- Reissue Camera Bag
- So Kelly
Eek, my favourite? Whichever bag I was carrying was my favourite of that day.
Sure thing, attached. They're unlikely to be to anyone else's taste, so don't worry if you don't like 'em, I get it!
So, I can't answer the actual question but you reminded me of one of my favourite threads on the entire board. This member is a prime example of being wholly satisfied and deeply content with the perfect bag (for her). At the time of the thread (which is when I happened upon it), she only owned the Bolide, but I'm not sure if she has since added to her collection.
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Nope I didn't touch the hardware on this one. I love how mirror finish that gunmetal is. I find gunmetal to be less shiny than I like, but not on this bag. I do have a jewelry cleaning cloth that has worked wonders on a completely tarnished Chanel turnlock and is such a cheap and simple solution. It won't help nicks but it will restore brilliant shine.A follow up question: If you did, how did you get the hardware looking so good? It's the one thing I can never manage to get right, particularly if there are nicks in the metal. Thank you
It's so weird for me because I can wear red RED on my lips, or a dress in that color, and sometimes do, but I wouldn't carry a red bag to matchy match my outfit if I am wearing red. if I am wearing a red item, THAT is the statement piece, and wouldn't have a purse match it. If I am in all neutrals, yes. And I am so seldom in only neutrals but I have done it sometimes and then I grab the loudest purse nearby to go with it. And that last bag is the Bally sommet. I am in love with the teal shade, and I don't think I would love the bag in a less gorgeous color. In fact, I don't think I would love the Lotuff either in a less gorgeous color or in a neutral. The Just Campagne I would, and do, because I have that satchel in black as well and love it. But some styles would bore me in black, and I think the Bally is one, and I know the Lotuff would.
Of course! You can use leather dye to re-color any leather. Even patent leather, probably, but you would have to soak it in tons of acetone first to break down the layers of waxes and that would be a big job.
Oh - I really like that!Sure thing, attached. They're unlikely to be to anyone else's taste, so don't worry if you don't like 'em, I get it!
Colour is much brighter in the photo than in real life. The lighter bits on the sides are olive, the darker bits on the front and back are forest green, and the black bits on top are all elastic. I will need to touch up the paint again, especially around the edges, but am happy with the custom colours I mixed.
I didn't take a before photo as I had no intention of sharing this, ha ha! It was originally muddy/mushroom brown with the black elastic.
No brand name anywhere (I got them for maybe $18 in that clearance sale) but there's a leather stamp on the sole and very nice feeling leather to the touch.
Edit: Forgot to attach the pic, lol! My insomnia is really doing a number on me!View attachment 4864899
I hope we get to see a picture when it's done, as I'm sure it will be outstanding, but that size is...intimidating!
I just read the whole thing - it's a really nice purse and I appreciated the photos of the inside of the bag!So, I can't answer the actual question but you reminded me of one of my favourite threads on the entire board. This member is a prime example of being wholly satisfied and deeply content with the perfect bag (for her). At the time of the thread (which is when I happened upon it), she only owned the Bolide, but I'm not sure if she has since added to her collection.
I adored that she was fully satisfied owning one H piece and loving it to death, when usually people just dive headfirst into the rabbit hole.
Judging by this thread alone, it would really seem to be the best bag for some.
YIPPEE! My First Hermes, My Journey
First, I want to thank everyone here, this forum has helped me in so many ways. :flowers: I've asked questions and they have been answered. So onward. I’ve just been shopping for my FIRST Hermes product, and I couldn’t be happier. This is my story of how I got here and where I am heading, my...
Thank you very much! I use a jewelry cloth as well, but I've had a couple of bags where the hardware just looks rough no matter what. Still, that's part of the charm and history in a way.
Everyone is always far too kind with my kiddie art projects! But, really, thank you.
Glad you enjoyed it. From (rapidly failing) memory, it's a great thread- not least because of the adorable dog!I just read the whole thing - it's a really nice purse and I appreciated the photos of the inside of the bag!
I might go hang out for a bit on the Ode to the Bolide thread…
That’s a great thread and lots of wonderful pics, as well.So, I can't answer the actual question but you reminded me of one of my favourite threads on the entire board. This member is a prime example of being wholly satisfied and deeply content with the perfect bag (for her). At the time of the thread (which is when I happened upon it), she only owned the Bolide, but I'm not sure if she has since added to her collection.
I adored that she was fully satisfied owning one H piece and loving it to death, when usually people just dive headfirst into the rabbit hole.
Judging by this thread alone, it would really seem to be the best bag for some.
YIPPEE! My First Hermes, My Journey
First, I want to thank everyone here, this forum has helped me in so many ways. :flowers: I've asked questions and they have been answered. So onward. I’ve just been shopping for my FIRST Hermes product, and I couldn’t be happier. This is my story of how I got here and where I am heading, my...
I saw your laptop in this Chanel flap pic yesterday and that is amazing - looks and function!
Isn't it just? I lurk on a lot of threads but very few stick in my mind after I've skimmed them. This one has always stood out. You can feel her joy leap at you through the screen.
Thanks again Cookie!That is an excellent position to be in!!
My Bolide is a 31 size in Etain Clemence. I like the classic profile and under the radar look, it’s a dome shaped bag with a zipper. It comes with a strap, I can carry it by the handle, on the shoulder and crossbody. It fits quite a bit, my regular daily items and I can add a notebook. For those who like to carry a full sized wallet, it fits in a Bolide easily. It works for my lifestyle and coordinates with my wardrobe. The Bolide is one of my favourite and most frequently carried bags in my bag wardrobe. Here are a couple archive pics.
You’re talented! These boots look more fun in green than I imagine when they were mushroom brown.Sure thing, attached. They're unlikely to be to anyone else's taste, so don't worry if you don't like 'em, I get it!
Colour is much brighter in the photo than in real life. The lighter bits on the sides are olive, the darker bits on the front and back are forest green, and the black bits on top are all elastic. I will need to touch up the paint again, especially around the edges, but am happy with the custom colours I mixed.
I didn't take a before photo as I had no intention of sharing this, ha ha! It was originally muddy/mushroom brown with the black elastic.
No brand name anywhere (I got them for maybe $18 in that clearance sale) but there's a leather stamp on the sole and very nice feeling leather to the touch.
Edit: Forgot to attach the pic, lol! My insomnia is really doing a number on me!View attachment 4864899
I hope we get to see a picture when it's done, as I'm sure it will be outstanding, but that size is...intimidating!
I very much like the color - seems super versatile! I also like that it can be carried on your arm or in the hand, or on your shoulder. I love having a handle to grab when getting out of the car especially.
)Very kind of you to say so! It's a problem, really. I always look at things thinking how I would customize them. I end up buying them just because I see "potential". It's not an expensive hobby and I only buy things I really do love, but it's a very weird way to shop, ha ha!
