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

[ElainePG]

Thanks! I'm reconsidering. I might keep it. I think I paid more than it is worth for the condition but the color is amazing.

Maybe you could use a leather conditioner on it and spiff it up?

 

[ElainePG]

This is the bag I'm carrying today. I think it is really pretty but I don't usually wear light colors so I feel like it doesn't look very good with my clothes. I don't carry it much. It's a Coach Parker from 2009. It's been in my collection since 2012.

Gosh, this is pretty. I think it would be good with grey... any shade of grey, from charcoal down to pale. Also with navy. And burgundy. Do you wear any of those colors?

Oh, and depending on the outfit, it could be cute with denim, too. Not very dark jeans, because of color transfer, but don’t you also wear medium wash jeans?

 

[whateve]

What a shame. I just got a Balenciaga too... that was my “maybe” bag in for the month. But I was a lot luckier than you. I’m very pleased with the condition, even though it’s an older bag (2012, I think). No stains, corners very good, interior fine.
I guess with pre-owned, it’s hit or miss.
Will you have any hassles returning it???

I don't think I would have any problem returning since it is ebay. I'm thinking about keeping it now. The color is just so beautiful.

Maybe you could use a leather conditioner on it and spiff it up?

Before I do anything to it, I have to commit to keep it. It isn't too faded. It just has some stains.

 

[whateve]

Gosh, this is pretty. I think it would be good with grey... any shade of grey, from charcoal down to pale. Also with navy. And burgundy. Do you wear any of those colors?

Oh, and depending on the outfit, it could be cute with denim, too. Not very dark jeans, because of color transfer, but don’t you also wear medium wash jeans?

Today I wore gray! But my sweater was light blue and DH said the bag didn't go with my clothes at all. I do wear a lot of navy too. Maybe I'll try that tomorrow.

I have lots of jeans!

 

[More bags]

Off to town with Korret vintage bag, it's over 60 years old!

it's raining so planned RH Box Bolide is a no no so the red has to remain hidden on the inside today, and the he Korret is fine on a damp day (very slightly, lightly stamped leather).
The front is for docs and tickets and is part of the front of the bag. You can see the indentation is around the popper when it's closed so can't be helped. It also has light scratches (fingernails - I hope they weren't mine, I don't remember). The best bit is the scarlet interior with matching mirror holder and purse within a purse all in beautiful lamb leather.

I love the scarlet interior. What a beautiful bag!

 

[dcooney4]

This is the bag I'm carrying today. I think it is really pretty but I don't usually wear light colors so I feel like it doesn't look very good with my clothes. I don't carry it much. It's a Coach Parker from 2009. It's been in my collection since 2012.

Very Pretty and I love the charms.

 

[cowgirlsboots]

Aw, thank you.

Haven't worn it in ages

That´s a shame, though I do relate: most of my bags are just exhibits waiting for a "special occasion".

 

[cowgirlsboots]

You are very talented!

Thank-you very much! Making hats is kind of therapeutic- it calms me like nothing else and picks me up when I feel low. It´s really magic to have my hands work the fabric and my thoughts wander.

 

[cowgirlsboots]

Anyone have a suggestion on a great liquid eyeliner?

Not expensive at 6,99 €, but amazing: L´Oreal Super Liner Perfect Slim.

 

[cowgirlsboots]

I love that you played with it but didn't leave the house

What colour was it before you painted it and what did you paint it with?

Haha, that´s me... staying home and playing with outfits for occasions that will never come up... that´s what happens when you move to the back of beyond for quiet, peace and a lot of room for crazy hobbies and forget to double check the infrastructure.
The bag used to be a tired shade of coral that had seen better days.
It didn´t go with any of my shoes or dresses, so was picked for the colour change when I urgently needed a light pink bag to go with the same colour mules and hat.

Needless to say I didn´t wear it. Hubby hated the colour, especially the "rubber gloves" ...

I painted it with Angelus Acrylic leather paint- not the ultimate product, but the best I´ve found so far. I´m always on the look out for the perfect leather paint. With this acrylic you never know whether it will actually last especially on used leather goods that might have had some surface finish acteone and sanding can´t care with sufficiently.

 

[cowgirlsboots]

So how did I do re my resolutions...

I think my top hand bag related goal is not to lose my mind over bags!
Second I´d love to find some more Dior by John Galliano bags for my collection- but at sensible prices, please!
Here´s where the resolution formed: don´t go crazy over handbags, don´t lose your connection to reality!

So to resolution number two: don´t forget who you are, girl! Get what you personally love, what excites you and fills your heart with joy!

The bags I´d love to find in the near future are:
a Gambler Dice bag
a Jeanne D´Arc bag
a Babe tote
a Diva pony fur wallet would be very lovely, too!

I did not buy any crazily expensive bags- no Chanel, no Dionysus and I don´t feel I have missed out on anything.

I stuck to who I am and bought 2 cheap vintage handbags.
-the one I painted with my interpretation of the Boy look and
-a very lovely red 60ies top handle bag that seemed to have popped up just for me as I´d been looking for one for ages.

I didn´t find any of the Galliano bags I´d love to buy in the future so far.

 

[dcooney4]

Haha, that´s me... staying home and playing with outfits for occasions that will never come up... that´s what happens when you move to the back of beyond for quiet, peace and a lot of room for crazy hobbies and forget to double check the infrastructure.
The bag used to be a tired shade of coral that had seen better days.
It didn´t go with any of my shoes or dresses, so was picked for the colour change when I urgently needed a light pink bag to go with the same colour mules and hat.
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Needless to say I didn´t wear it. Hubby hated the colour, especially the "rubber gloves" ...

I painted it with Angelus Acrylic leather paint- not the ultimate product, but the best I´ve found so far. I´m always on the look out for the perfect leather paint. With this acrylic you never know whether it will actually last especially on used leather goods that might have had some surface finish acteone and sanding can´t care with sufficiently.

Love the hat and outfit!

 

[papertiger]

Haha, that´s me... staying home and playing with outfits for occasions that will never come up... that´s what happens when you move to the back of beyond for quiet, peace and a lot of room for crazy hobbies and forget to double check the infrastructure.
The bag used to be a tired shade of coral that had seen better days.
It didn´t go with any of my shoes or dresses, so was picked for the colour change when I urgently needed a light pink bag to go with the same colour mules and hat.
View attachment 4656149 View attachment 4656150
Needless to say I didn´t wear it. Hubby hated the colour, especially the "rubber gloves" ...

I painted it with Angelus Acrylic leather paint- not the ultimate product, but the best I´ve found so far. I´m always on the look out for the perfect leather paint. With this acrylic you never know whether it will actually last especially on used leather goods that might have had some surface finish acteone and sanding can´t care with sufficiently.

OMG you look stunning. No idea why DH didn't like it. Love the hat too. So pleased to meet such a fabulous and resourceful vintage lover.

 

[coloradolvr]

January update. After a trip to LV to pick up luggage tag that was being hot stamped I almost caved in and purchased a bag. My new strategy is to go home and look in my closet before making any new purchases. I'm happy to say it worked! I made it through the month of January with just a scarf! Baby steps

 

[Cookiefiend]

Off to town with Korret vintage bag, it's over 60 years old!

it's raining so planned RH Box Bolide is a no no so the red has to remain hidden on the inside today, and the he Korret is fine on a damp day (very slightly, lightly stamped leather).
The front is for docs and tickets and is part of the front of the bag. You can see the indentation is around the popper when it's closed so can't be helped. It also has light scratches (fingernails - I hope they weren't mine, I don't remember). The best bit is the scarlet interior with matching mirror holder and purse within a purse all in beautiful lamb leather.

That is a stunner - and that interior!!
I would smile every time I opened the bag… I might open it several times just to look at it!