2021 Resolution: Shopping my own bag and SLG collection. Any one else?

[Sparkletastic]

NOVEMBER ACTIVITIES

1. Bags by Brand Showcase!

Each week, share photos of your bags from the specified brands. Choose a posed “beauty” shot or get your bags out and about in action shots!

We highlight 3 brands per week: 2 premier and 1 contemporary in alphabetical order as listed on tPF. Any brands not listed are showcased in our last week. Brands change to the next set each Sunday.

Our first brand week starts now - Sunday, Oct 31. Please share photos of bags from these brands:

• Bottega Venetta
• Burberry
• Alexander Wang

Tip: Grab your photos from last year in the 2020 resolution thread. Search your user name and the brand to find your photos.

2. Special Stories
Thanks @Claudia Herzog for the suggestion

Wear a bag that has a backstory involving a person, place, or opportunity for which you feel grateful.

 

[JenJBS]

Yesterday was bags 18 and 19 for the month.

In the morning I felt like being fabulous. So tired of quarantine-wear! So I broke out my leopard Jimmy Choos and my Fendi peekaboo. This bag continues to be EVERYTHING.
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Then for running to Trader Joe’s to get wine, I went for another date night bag. This is like an $80 crystal bag I got from Nordstrom prior to a Vegas trip and I’ve only worn it twice I think. Super fun tho. My outfit totally doesn’t go with it but that’s the point of the bag challenge right?
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The Fendi bag and Jimmy Choo are perfect together! And I love your boots in the second pic! And the fun bag! Thanks for sharing! I want a Monster Peek-a-Boo...

 

[whateve]

We didn't get it. Even though our offer was better.

Oh, I'm so sorry! It's going to be hard to find a house that tops it.

 

[JenJBS]

Ah, the universe was teasing me today. I had to pass on 7 (!!!) bags!

I had a blood test scheduled and the lab is near the mall with all my favourite stores, so I figured I'd pop in for a quick browse, given that it was just after opening time and there wouldn't be too many people around.

Bag #1- A Hammitt Bag in blue with silver hardware. Literally the specs I had on my wishlist for my next Hammitt purchase, and 50% off!
But, the shade of blue didn't wow me, and if I'm to add a 4th from them it has to be perfect, so I passed on it.

Then I stopped in at Coach. I have been wanting a yellow bag from them and had discovered that they released the 'Coach Originals' line last year (a collection that had totally passed me by ). Well, all the bags from that line that I had been eyeing up online were available today at 60% off!
Bag #2- The Turnlock Shoulder bag in green
Bags 3 & 4- The Geometric Zip that I almost ordered online in both Mango and White
Bag #5- The Snakeskin turnlock lunchbox pouch that I went all the way to the tills with before stopping myself. This one was really lush!

Then I passed by Aspinal of London and saw their holographic bag from last year was on sale (bag # 6. Did the universe have nothing better to do today than mess with my head?)
There was only one piece left, discounted by 60% due to it being old stock. It was on my wishlist last year but I wasn't sure on the size, so I had crossed it off. Now here it was tempting me all over again. The leather is great but I stuck to my resolve. Another shopper snapped it up after I put it down and ran off to the tills with it.

Finally, bag #7: the one that physically hurt me to leave behind! A gorgeous goatskin Maison Margiela glam slam bag! I've never handled one in real life and this bag is truly divine! It was also discounted. I had to really think this one through. I was gagging for it.
Can I afford it? Just about.
Do I love it? Yes, yes, yes!
Does it make sense to buy it? Sigh, no.

Whilst I gave myself permission to let in 1 bag this year, I didn't think it would be one at this price point. It would be the most expensive bag purchase I've ever made. During a pandemic. Whilst I'm not currently working.
Besides, it was larger than I normally carry, and seemed more of an event bag than one I could style more casually. Again, the pandemic means I won't be going to a theatre, art gallery or the ballet anytime soon; and I certainly won't carry this bag into a new workplace (assuming my next job isn't virtual)....Le sigh!
After whispering sweet nothings into this bag's ear for several minutes , I gently set it down and slowly walked away.
Hardest decision I've made to date (in relation to bags, anyway). It was so tempting! It's luscious. A real work of art. But I had to be rational and remind myself that I can't own everything I like. Hopefully someone else will snap it up and enjoy it.
When life is more normal and I have started the next chapter of mine, when hopefully I'm working full-time again and have more stability in my health and my career, then- if I still want it- I can add it into my collection. It's not like they'll stop producing their most iconic bag. I can wait to get it sometime down the line.

After all that ordeal I treated myself to an extra strong coffee as I daydreamed about running back to the beloved glam slam and hugging it all the way home.

I'm successfully shopping my own but, nobody told me it would be this hard!

I am in awe of your self discipline and will power! Very impressive! I have a couple Glam Slam style bags (camera and bowling), and adore them! I'm so impressed you were able to pass one up! And Aspinal of London is such a wonderful brand! Yes, the universe was really messing with your head today. I found my second MM Glam Slam on Yoox.com , for 60% off. And they seem to have old stock - that's no longer available anywhere else (why it's so cheap). So you can keep looking there even after a style or color is discontinued, and maybe find it.

 

[JenJBS]

We didn't get it. Even though our offer was better.

I'm so sorry.

 

[BowieFan1971]

Lovely bag and so nice to see the cheery colour!

Wowza, I love the bag and the scarf looks beautiful on you! I hope the trip to your grandparents’ house went well.

Thanks dear keodi.

Thank you missie.

I’m glad your eye recovered well! Love your Emery and the colour.

This looks like an art magazine picture! Beautiful bag and table!

Thanks! Leaving for the grandparents on Monday.

 

[BowieFan1971]

Well, I ended up finding fabric for living room curtains yesterday and brought it home. Cancelled the order on the other ones. I cut and hung them, swapped out/repurposed stuff I already had, added more color to the paintings over the sofa, painted the lamp bases. I have done as much as I can with what I have...will buy new covers for the throw pillows (all different colors) and I am not completely happy with what’s on the mantle shape-wise, but like the colors. Not sure about the painting on the fireplace wall...might buy or paint something with more color in it. The first 3 are before, the next 3 after. The foyer is basically the same with minor swap outs.

 

[indiaink]

Well, I ended up finding fabric for living room curtains yesterday and brought it home. Cancelled the order on the other ones. I cut and hung them, swapped out/repurposed stuff I already had, added more color to the paintings over the sofa, painted the lamp bases. I have done as much as I can with what I have...will buy new covers for the throw pillows (all different colors) and I am not completely happy with what’s on the mantle shape-wise, but like the colors. Not sure about the painting on the fireplace wall...might buy or paint something with more color in it. The first 3 are before, the next 3 after. The foyer is basically the same with minor swap outs.View attachment 4959874View attachment 4959875View attachment 4959876View attachment 4959877View attachment 4959878View attachment 4959879View attachment 4959881

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I love the stained glass pieces. You are a true lover of color, and know how to use it to advantage. You've made such a peaceful and calming retreat!!! Beautiful and mesmerizing!

 

[whateve]

Well, I ended up finding fabric for living room curtains yesterday and brought it home. Cancelled the order on the other ones. I cut and hung them, swapped out/repurposed stuff I already had, added more color to the paintings over the sofa, painted the lamp bases. I have done as much as I can with what I have...will buy new covers for the throw pillows (all different colors) and I am not completely happy with what’s on the mantle shape-wise, but like the colors. Not sure about the painting on the fireplace wall...might buy or paint something with more color in it. The first 3 are before, the next 3 after. The foyer is basically the same with minor swap outs.View attachment 4959874View attachment 4959875View attachment 4959876View attachment 4959877View attachment 4959878View attachment 4959879View attachment 4959881

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I love the stained glass panels!

 

[880]

We didn't get it. Even though our offer was better.

Am so sorry! Is it possible that the other offer will fall through? That can happen in NY for certain types of transactions.
@More bags, i love your color choices and style!
@BowieFan1971, your living room looks beautiful! I love stained glass too! What are you thinking for the mantle? Drive safely to your grandparents! Hugs

 

[BowieFan1971]

Am so sorry! Is it possible that the other offer will fall through? That can happen in NY for certain types of transactions.
@More bags, i love your color choices and style!
@BowieFan1971, your living room looks beautiful! I love stained glass too! What are you thinking for the mantle? Drive safely to your grandparents! Hugs

Just need some ceramic pieces that are some different shapes/sizes. Like a solid color piece to replace the two toned blue and white. The basic concept that’s there is good, but needs fine tuned. And brighter color candles.

 

[dcooney4]

Well, I ended up finding fabric for living room curtains yesterday and brought it home. Cancelled the order on the other ones. I cut and hung them, swapped out/repurposed stuff I already had, added more color to the paintings over the sofa, painted the lamp bases. I have done as much as I can with what I have...will buy new covers for the throw pillows (all different colors) and I am not completely happy with what’s on the mantle shape-wise, but like the colors. Not sure about the painting on the fireplace wall...might buy or paint something with more color in it. The first 3 are before, the next 3 after. The foyer is basically the same with minor swap outs.View attachment 4959874View attachment 4959875View attachment 4959876View attachment 4959877View attachment 4959878View attachment 4959879View attachment 4959881

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Nicely done! Did you do the original painting of the trees as well? Very cool! You have a lovely home.

 

[dcooney4]

Yesterday was bags 18 and 19 for the month.

In the morning I felt like being fabulous. So tired of quarantine-wear! So I broke out my leopard Jimmy Choos and my Fendi peekaboo. This bag continues to be EVERYTHING.
View attachment 4959463

Then for running to Trader Joe’s to get wine, I went for another date night bag. This is like an $80 crystal bag I got from Nordstrom prior to a Vegas trip and I’ve only worn it twice I think. Super fun tho. My outfit totally doesn’t go with it but that’s the point of the bag challenge right?
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I love your bags and that you are doing this challenge. It is making a boring January way more fun.

 

[dcooney4]

i love Maison Margiela, but find that the designs I love most are too ironic for my own personal use. I found your back and forth dialogue very inspiring and Congratulations on holding steadfast!

I saw this article entitled Getting Rid of Stuff; How to Declutter Quickly (with this quote, everything you buy makes each thing you own a little less valuable. I thought of your post which I am positive I will return to again ans again! Hugs

https://www.nytimes.com/2021/01/15/at-home/newsletter.html?referringSource=articleShare

@Jereni, I love your sequined bag! It’s perfect for any occasion! I think you rock all of your action pics!

@Lake Effect, Id love to see pics of the denim jumpsuit too!

Great article! Going to try this.

 

[dcooney4]

Most of my mulberry collection copes okay with some rain. Has to where I live!! I wouldn’t take out the NVT leather bags but the others are ok. I keep them well Colloni waterproof spray and gel treated! If it’s really wet and I’m just dog walking I stick to my Kate Spade nylon bags though.

Thanks! I don't have the spray but I do have the gel. I will try to break out the NVT SBS next week weather permitting.

 

[dcooney4]

Thank you! I'll share how it came out on the various(probably too many!) items I'm having monogramed.

I am looking forward to seeing the barrington tote. My friend swears by hers.