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.

 

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I thought I’d start using my bags daily, even if it’s only moving from my bedroom to living room to work from home! I am putting my phone, wallet and lipstick in them so it definitely counts

Today’s companion was my lovely Diorama. My only silver hardware bag. While I’m a gold girl at heart, I definitely could never part with her!

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Gorgeous bag Hazzelnut!

 

[More bags]

I had been doing so well. During stressful work days I had found myself browsing the pre-loved sites as a break but during the apast few weeks, I haven't felt the need to. But then an email landed in my inbox from Coach that featured their new outlet crossbody that features a heart stitch (similar to the marmont, which has always been my favorite thing about the marmont). I will say I haven't pulled the trigger because even though it's not that expensive, I think it is too big for what I look for in a crossbody, knowing that I always pair my crossbodies with my larger "Mom bag". However, it's been two days and I find myself looking at it online just to admire how cute it is!

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This is a cute camera bag and a great shade of red. I can't quite tell the dimensions from the picture. What dimensions do you prefer in a crossbody bag? Is this a bag that would work as a crossbody for you with the kids' supplies in a bag on the stroller?

 

[More bags]

Help! Is it fashionable to wear different shades of metallics together?

It feels “off” to wear a soft gold bag w/deep gold shoes or vice versa. The differing shades don’t seem to work like say differing shades of blue.

Am I being kooky? I don’t like gold enough to have tons of gold shoes & bags so I feel like I have to pick a lane (????)

The only gold bag I own is this Chanel soft gold New Medium Boy. I adore it but it’s a big ‘un and honestly overwhelms my frame a bit. If I had it to do over again, I’d get a smaller one. But, it’s here to stay so I just need to work with it.

I have shoes in multiple shades of gold but only 1 gold pair is a definite keeper (the rockstuds I just bought).

You can see from these photos that they are definitely different shades. In person the color variance is even greater. So, I can’t see me ever wearing these together unless there is some fashion aspect I’m missing.

Am I being kooky? I don’t like gold enough to have endless numbers of gold shoes & bags so I feel like I have to pick a lane (????) I know the usual feedback is “wear what you want” and you ladies know I do. LOL! But, I’m genuinely looking for feedback from a fashion standpoint. Wear different tones together? Get multiple bags and shoes in more complimentary tones? Or?

I’ve just bought a darker gold Chanel WOC that should be here in a few days but, I’m not sure that’s the right decision. Help! View attachment 4965629View attachment 4965630

Great looking shoes Sparkletastic. I wouldn't feel compelled to wear both the bag and shoes in the same outfit, they are each lovely items and compete for being the focal point, however, that is my comfort level.
You have a great style and can rock both at the same time and there is separation between your shoes and where your bag hangs, therefore no issues.

 

[dcooney4]

I thought I’d start using my bags daily, even if it’s only moving from my bedroom to living room to work from home! I am putting my phone, wallet and lipstick in them so it definitely counts

Today’s companion was my lovely Diorama. My only silver hardware bag. While I’m a gold girl at heart, I definitely could never part with her!

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I love it. I am crazy about black with silver hardware.

 

[Hazzelnut]

I love it. I am crazy about black with silver hardware.

Thanks! It’s making me itch for more silver hardware bags... not that I need anymore black bags!

 

[Sparkletastic]

Thanks for all the great feedback on the gold shoes and bags! It’s so nice having purse friends who “get” why I’d have the question and can help me along.

After looking at the combo in the mirror and trying it with a couple outfits it was clear this is a definite no.

I really wish the Chanel Boy were a little smaller. C prices are up but I’m doing my best to never sell a bag EVER again. I’m hoping the C WOC I just ordered will satisfy my itch for a smaller gold bag.

That was very helpful to watch. It made me think quite a bit more about downsizing but not hurrying with certain bags. For instance I have the NVT Mulberry SBS in black that has never been worn. I had wanted this bag forever and finally found one at the outlet . The other day I took it out of it's dust bag to look at. It's leather is gorgeous but the weight of it stops me every time I even consider using it. For most people it would not be heavy at all as it is still slightly under two pounds without the strap, but to me it still feels heavy to me. It was so hard to find a brand new one I am hesitant to let it go. Maybe I should just sit on it a while longer. I don't do ebay so not sure where I would even let it go comfortably with out loosing a lot.

My vote is to sell it immediately. One very consistent thing with you and your bags is you don’t wear them if they’re heavy / hurt. (So, glad you’re don’t suffer for fashion!!)
Given that, this bag won’t get worn. I would sell it for whatever I can get and buy something else. I had a similar situation with some jewelry. I just kept sitting on the pieces because I knew I would take a bath on proceeds. Once I finally sold them I felt like a weight was off me and I used the funds towards a piece I love. It’s was a scant contribution but it was still something

You're not 'kooky', it would make me pause for thought too, however, because they are so far apart, and with perhaps your jewellery, the difference will be much less noticeable. Currently, mismatching is far more preferable to perfect matches and 'sets', so as far as fashion goes you will actually be far more on-trend anyway (I know that doesn't always help to know - we must please ourselves).

My mother's pet no-no was (not) wearing shades of cream and/or white together. OMG, the fuss, the wrong of it. A cream hat with a white blouse and off-white jeans, you'd think someone had deliberately put their shoes on the wrong feet to spite her, or went luxury shopping in a wetsuit, snorkels and flippers.

I typically hate fashion “rules” because I think it limits creativity. But, I gotta say some things do make me go cross eyed. Unintentionally mixed shades of white in one outfit is one. Off “shades” of intended to match black is another.

The only other “rule” I can think of is just for me - I DESPISE PANTYHOSE! Gawd they are uncomfortable as heck and make my feet slide forward in heels. I’m so glad there is no longer an expectation that I’ll wear those demonic things. Tights? Super cute, fashionable and comfy. Pantyhose? Satan’s curse.

I'm staying at my mom's in another state but I'm moving to Atlanta which is very new to me, I don't know the first thing about Georgia! My husband is already living and working there as of Nov in corporate housing but my kids and I are staying for an extended holiday visit with my mom and stepdad because we couldn't hug them for a year and now we don't want to leave unless we have to. We did 2 weeks quarantine and tested and then came here so it was a lot of trouble so I'm avoiding any indoor places while I am visiting them.

So glad you have family time and congrats on the move!

I thought I’d start using my bags daily, even if it’s only moving from my bedroom to living room to work from home! I am putting my phone, wallet and lipstick in them so it definitely counts

Today’s companion was my lovely Diorama. My only silver hardware bag. While I’m a gold girl at heart, I definitely could never part with her!

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Oh Mylanta!! Gorgeous!!

I wish I had bought this. I sold my black patent Chanel jumbo because the patent wasn’t my style. Since then I’ve “needed” a black flap / shw. I don’t like double flaps so that would mean a vintage C jumbo but I’m not moved to but one. This is a perfect alternative. I’m so sad they’ve discontinued the Diorama. I have no idea what to get now. Enjoy this beauty!

And, it’s funny I only have one bag with ghw (other than my all gold C boy) I love shw on bags!!!

 

[Purses & Perfumes]

As part of the January challenge, I am wearing a bag that was gifted to me over the holidays by family. Well, wearing is perhaps not really the right word since I stayed home, but my bag sat near me during a family zoom call. This Vara bag in macademia color has a lot of pink undertones. I'm not wearing perfume today, but I placed my perfume bottles with pink perfume in them next to the bag to show how much pink there is in this bag.

 

[Purses & Perfumes]

I thought I’d start using my bags daily, even if it’s only moving from my bedroom to living room to work from home! I am putting my phone, wallet and lipstick in them so it definitely counts

Today’s companion was my lovely Diorama. My only silver hardware bag. While I’m a gold girl at heart, I definitely could never part with her!

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Love the Diorama, and the black and silver look so good together in this style! I have a Diorama in rose poudre and I also wanted the grey (Dior does a really nice grey) for a while, but decided against it since I am trying to avoid having multiples of the same bag.

 

[doni]

The only other “rule” I can think of is just for me - I DESPISE PANTYHOSE! Gawd they are uncomfortable as heck and make my feet slide forward in heels. I’m so glad there is no longer an expectation that I’ll wear those demonic things. Tights? Super cute, fashionable and comfy. Pantyhose? Satan’s curse. So glad you have family time and congrats on the move!

This made me laugh but... what’s the difference between pantyhose and tights?? I thought there were the same thing...

 

[msd_bags]

Thanks for all the great feedback on the gold shoes and bags! It’s so nice having purse friends who “get” why I’d have the question and can help me along.

After looking at the combo in the mirror and trying it with a couple outfits it was clear this is a definite no.

I really wish the Chanel Boy were a little smaller. C prices are up but I’m doing my best to never sell a bag EVER again. I’m hoping the C WOC I just ordered will satisfy my itch for a smaller gold bag.
My vote is to sell it immediately. One very consistent thing with you and your bags is you don’t wear them if they’re heavy / hurt. (So, glad you’re don’t suffer for fashion!!)
Given that, this bag won’t get worn. I would sell it for whatever I can get and buy something else. I had a similar situation with some jewelry. I just kept sitting on the pieces because I knew I would take a bath on proceeds. Once I finally sold them I felt like a weight was off me and I used the funds towards a piece I love. It’s was a scant contribution but it was still somethingI typically hate fashion “rules” because I think it limits creativity. But, I gotta say some things do make me go cross eyed. Unintentionally mixed shades of white in one outfit is one. Off “shades” of intended to match black is another.

The only other “rule” I can think of is just for me - I DESPISE PANTYHOSE! Gawd they are uncomfortable as heck and make my feet slide forward in heels. I’m so glad there is no longer an expectation that I’ll wear those demonic things. Tights? Super cute, fashionable and comfy. Pantyhose? Satan’s curse. So glad you have family time and congrats on the move!
Oh Mylanta!! Gorgeous!!

I wish I had bought this. I sold my black patent Chanel jumbo because the patent wasn’t my style. Since then I’ve “needed” a black flap / shw. I don’t like double flaps so that would mean a vintage C jumbo but I’m not moved to but one. This is a perfect alternative. I’m so sad they’ve discontinued the Diorama. I have no idea what to get now. Enjoy this beauty!

And, it’s funny I only have one bag with ghw (other than my all gold C boy) I love shw on bags!!!

I guess I’m late to the gold pairing question. Anyhow, my 2 scents - I think it can work depending whether you wear a printed dress, or solid, or pants, etc. My point is, I see a lot of our ordinary (not celebrities) fashionable people and I’ve come to the conclusion that “matching” doesn’t seem to be a must nowadays. It’s in the way one carries one’s self.

 

[msd_bags]

That was very helpful to watch. It made me think quite a bit more about downsizing but not hurrying with certain bags. For instance I have the NVT Mulberry SBS in black that has never been worn. I had wanted this bag forever and finally found one at the outlet . The other day I took it out of it's dust bag to look at. It's leather is gorgeous but the weight of it stops me every time I even consider using it. For most people it would not be heavy at all as it is still slightly under two pounds without the strap, but to me it still feels heavy to me. It was so hard to find a brand new one I am hesitant to let it go. Maybe I should just sit on it a while longer. I don't do ebay so not sure where I would even let it go comfortably with out loosing a lot.

I will be sad to see you let go of your Mulberry SBS. You know I love Mulbs. But I think your shoulder is your priority when choosing bags. (Btw, in case, I might be interested. )

 

[whateve]

Some days ya gotta fake it til ya make it...my shirt and bag for errands today...View attachment 4965996View attachment 4965998All in on the happy...

I love this twilly on this bag! It is beautiful! I love blue.

 

[whateve]

I'm allergic to dust as well. A few days ago, I woke up with allergies (watery eyes, runny nose and an uncomfortable feeling in the throat) but not sure what caused it as I didn't do any dusting or stir any dust (at least not knowingly). Anyway, over the counter antihistamines helped clear the problem, but I'm going to talk to my doctor to see if he will recommend any allergy tests. I have stopped using fragrance for a few days, and am also going to change my laundry detergent. I actually suspect that might be the culprit -- I usually get the fragrance free detergent but they were out so I ended up with a scented one that's quite strong.

@Sparkletastic, I would style the two separately, especially since you mention that the Boy bag is on the larger side, and quite a statement piece on its own. That is not to say that they cannot be styled together -- I think they can, depending on what else you are wearing and how it is put together overall. I'm not sure I have the skill to do that myself, but some people have a flair for styling and can do it, but for me personally, I would use them in separate outfits. The Chanel gold WOC sounds lovely. Looking forward to pictures when you get it!

Speaking of gold bags, I have been eyeing the Bottega Veneta knot clutch in gold (after seeing pics and reading a thread in the BV forum about the gold knot). It's discontinued so probably only available on the preloved market, but it is stunning....

I try to remember to wear a mask when I dust but I always have more problems sleeping in the bedroom the night after I dusted in there. I switched to unscented everything a very long time ago, after I got hives when I was pregnant. I haven't used fabric softener in ages either. The only antihistamine that works for me is one of the old kind that makes me drowsy so I only take it at night. My allergy symptoms used to be intermittent but now they are all the time, every day. I'm glad I don't have to go out in public much because I can imagine how many dirty looks I would get from people thinking I am spreading covid. I mostly just have a cough, not much runny nose or eyes.

Twice I did allergy shots - once for a year, and once for two years. When I was getting the shots, they worked but less than 6 months after I stopped, the symptoms came back. The last time, the doctor didn't know what to do after that. Allergy shots aren't supposed to be given indefinitely.

DH has congestion that hits him every evening. The doctors couldn't identify what was causing it or give him any medicine to help. He had the allergy tests but nothing came up. They said it could be environmental. You can have reactions to chemicals but allergy tests only test for natural items.

 

[JenJBS]

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As part of the January challenge, I am wearing a bag that was gifted to me over the holidays by family. Well, wearing is perhaps not really the right word since I stayed home, but my bag sat near me during a family zoom call. This Vara bag in macademia color has a lot of pink undertones. I'm not wearing perfume today, but I placed my perfume bottles with pink perfume in them next to the bag to show how much pink there is in this bag.

What a beautiful Ferragamo! Enjoy!

 

[JenJBS]

I thought I’d start using my bags daily, even if it’s only moving from my bedroom to living room to work from home! I am putting my phone, wallet and lipstick in them so it definitely counts

Today’s companion was my lovely Diorama. My only silver hardware bag. While I’m a gold girl at heart, I definitely could never part with her!

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It's gorgeous!