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.

 

[papertiger]

I’m glad when things fell no one was hurt! And, Aviation martini fan here! Send the CdV to me. LOL!

Dye the gold Boy? No, I’m not big on dying bags unless it’s to touch up a bag with it’s existing color. Plus it would look odd with all the gold hardware and gold lining.

I’m just going to enjoy it for what it is! I really love the bag and my only issue with it is that it looks big on my frame. Maybe I should wear it to death now while I still have my surgery + Covid 12 lbs of fluff on me.
That is a gorgeous LD!!!!

I’m a huge fan of multiples. But, for some bags, I know I’ll only want one and wait for the perfect model for me. Like with the Gucci Dionysus - I waited years til the perfect one for me came out a little over a year ago then Mr. S pounced and got it for me.

Same for the Lady Dior. I don’t see myself wanting more than one so I’m waiting for an extra special one to grab my heart. Mr. S is the person who usually sees and snaps up the “special” bags. I’m not a bag risk taker. For example, he talked me into (or flat out bought on his own) all 3 of my Dioramas. Each is special and he was right in that I love them all.

The last Diorama he bought me is limited edition and looks like a little jewel box. I feel guilty that 2020 meant it sat on a shelf. I think it’s a gorgeous example of how Dior can deliver a bag as a unique piece of art at a (relatively) reasonable price point. I hope with that tdf Lady Dior you showed and my little bag that I’m corrupting you too and you join the dark side of the Dior Corps! Bwa Ha Ha Ha!!! View attachment 4968244

Perfect description: Jewel box

 

[papertiger]

@jblended, I agree with @doni above with regards to the interview.
And I am so sorry to hear that you have lost so many friends to covid. It is a lot to bear, but please do make sure to take care of yourself, and that includes finding someone understanding to talk to, when you feel the need to do so.

@JenJBS, love your cat pictures!
@Jereni, please do post pics of your cats when you can. The Lady Dior you posted is lovely!
Your red tweed coat looks great and so do your bags. I am often dressed like this in cooler weather -- jeans, ankle or knee high boots and a wool jacket or blazer. And a favorite bag, of course!

@880, I am glad that no one got hurt when the shelf broke, and that all the bottles and food items are intact. And congrats on the Malmaison! Glad you were able to find that rare beauty.
Thanks to you and @papertiger for the kind words regarding the dress. I just tried on the dress, and sadly, it is a little bit tighter than I like....clearly I need to get back on the treadmill (had slacked off a bit these last couple of months).

@SouthernPurseGal, congrats on your beautiful house! Looking forward to your closet re-do plans, and please do keep us updated and share pictures when you can! I love watching and reading about closet design and organization.
@Sparkletastic, your red Jumbo quite took my breath away. And the absolutely lovely and unique Diorama. Gorgeous bags, both!

I'm there too, right with you. Back to yoga and prancing around the house to Stromae.

 

[papertiger]

My 16 year old girl, Jett, laying right next to me as I post....queen of all she surveys.View attachment 4968440View attachment 4968443View attachment 4968444View attachment 4968445

Such a beauty

 

[papertiger]

Oh and we are finally under contract!!!!!

The following is just a mental happy dance about the master closet:

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Just look at the size of that walk-in with a window! With just $1500 worth of Ikea Pax walk in organizing closets installed you can morph it into my dream closet that would be like this on one side(except the shelves would be lit) :
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And this on the other(except I'm not sure I want doors) :
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But obviously since my walk in is not a full height room at the sides near the wall so I would have these modular closets configured into a shorter but wider shape To match my room's dimensions. But the style would be the same. A vanity station at the window is a must. With a mirror to apply makeup in natural light. And we will have dark wood floors and I would want a ridiculously girly chandelier like in the first pic and a fluffy white rug in the center and a trifold mirror when you first walk in, off to the right . And a cute and comfy chair on theme ( princess baroque) when you first walk in off to the left . So someone could make themselves comfortable while they help you select an outfit. And a large soft (Velvety chenille jacquard upholstered) Ottoman in the center. And sound design in the master bath and adjacent closet. Luckily my husband is, in his off hours, an audiophile and sound technician.

 

[papertiger]

Congratulations on the house @SouthernPurseGal, sounds great.



Oh, I didn’t know that! I said tights for all of them (and stockings for the ones that go up to the thigh)



I knew you’d d like the Calvi and your new one is spectacular. I LOVE your business cards, so cool!

Thank you

 

[papertiger]

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Oh yeah my D&D pyjamas arrived. These are the long ones and I got the shorts set in the navy print. They are nice, but run small.

These are lovely!

 

[papertiger]

I feel the same about tights vs pantyhose.
I love green and blue together too. I have a green bag that sometimes I wear with a blue strap.View attachment 4967696

Thant's gorgeous, if it were mine and I showed that to my sister, it would not be mine for much longer

 

[missie1]

I am a HUGE fan of multiples. Because I’m picky and I hate to shop, when I find something I love, it’s a victory and a relief! I have multiples in every category but jewelry. And, given that I’ve gone from hating Cartier love bracelets to suddenly loving them - I must have a vitamin deficiency. It’s like my brain woke up one day and chose violence - that may start a multiples craze there.
I am hopelessly bitten by the flap bag bug. I’ve given up even trying to fight it.
This is my baby which used to be my HG: red lamb Jumbo classic DF w/shwView attachment 4967891
Some of you may remember I first bought a dark burgundy / blood red medium and returned it because I didn’t like the shade. Then I bought a red caviar SF. I tried to love it but the caviar seemed plasticky to me. Then I bought this lovely lady.... but I didn’t want to sell the caviar SF. It took me 6 months to make myself finally sell but it was the right decision. I love, love, LOVE this bag.
Awww! Cute kitty!
Love the ring!! The shape is so pretty.
I keep reading posts and articles about bigger bags but they really aren’t roaring back in. I’m very surprised because mini and small bags have been “in” for a while now.
Oh my god! on Chanel prices!!! I didn’t look at bags in 2020. So, I got a crazy shock when I started looking again this year. The quality isn’t what it was and yet the prices are skyrocketing?? How does this make sense.

If I want to add something C, it will be a serendipitous preowned find at a great price. I’m considering getting a black caviar medium to replace the black patent jumbo I sold. But, I want SF. So I’ll have to look seasonal. Or, maybe Dior will stop their craziness and get back to designs I love.

Spark,

I can’t believe you let the 10c go but this red is stunning. Chanel is definitely having a moment. Lucky I have been looking at smaller seasonal bags to add that can be used when traveling And in summer. These are at least priced somewhat decently.

 

[papertiger]

Gorgeous saturated colours whateve. I would have a huge smile carrying this bag, so cheerful.

@jblended, congratulations on all of your mindful purchasing decisions, you are on fire! It is really sad to see a favourite boutique go out of business.
@880 commented earlier on buying multiple colours of a style that works for her, I agree. I also agree with @Purses & Perfumes about wanting to maintain diversity of styles and not have duplicates, however, I have no guilt with having a red and black version of my favourite bag, Chanel Reissue 226. I think I am getting to a point where I worry less about any rules I’ve defined for myself and just enjoy what I have. I don’t know whether to encourage you or discourage you at this moment. I know you’ll make the right decision for you.
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Lovely pair, I think these colours make all the the difference TBH.

@Purses & Perfumes, I don't want to encourage you either but if you have a signature bag and know you wear it often it's a real investment (says the girl with 3 H Bolides, 2 Plumes, 3 Gucci Bamboo Top-handles )

 

[papertiger]

Here are a few more pics of Jessie and Kipling.

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Sweeties all

 

[missie1]

Thank you! It's getting easier to say no to bags. I'm keeping @papertiger's advice in mind, that any addition should be an upgrade. I'm starting to feel more like myself in the way I'm looking at my collection now because I'm being more mindful overall.
And yes, I'm really going to miss that boutique. They carried lots of odd bits that most wouldn't be interested in but I adored it. I just hope all the staff manage to find employment relatively easily.

This is the dilemma! I'm still going back and forth on it. I'll wait and see how I feel in a few days' time. If someone else snaps it up, then it wasn't meant to be.

I love these bags every time you post them! I think 2 of a certain style is the sweet spot.


It does, doesn't it?! I worry that if I buy the 3rd clutch, I'll only reach for one as you described. Then the others will serve as merely backups? That can't be right; it would be better to leave this new bag and have someone else enjoy it.
And yet, as I look at the clutch in front of me now...it's sooo pretty! And it barely takes up any space!

Sure! Here's a pic of my suede one. The picture is brighter than it should be; the actual colour is brick red.
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Yum!

Me too! It's really starting to depress me. I lost another 2 friends to covid last weekend (both in their 30s) and the weight of this pandemic is hitting me really hard all over again.
I know some people haven't been affected much at all, but then there are others whose entire lives have been turned upside down. I think a lot of people will need mental health support as we come out of this; I truly do. The wider economic implications are quite dire and I feel like it will be years before life resembles any sort of normalcy.
Sorry to rant.



I love that you've both returned to old hobbies! It's great to dive back into things that relax us. I wasn't even looking at bags. It's funny that all of a sudden I've had so many available to purchase at deep discounts.

If it helps, that makes the Diorama all the more special. It's the one you hunted down and chose when you had other options, so it will always hold a special place in your collection as a result.
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And in other news, I messed up the first job interview I've had in forever. I'm way overqualified for it, and the interviewer even said as much at the very start of the call. So then I got flustered (thinking to myself, why are you calling me if you know this isn't a suitable position for me) and asked if he would be willing to consider me for a different position more in line with my degree and experience. To which he responded he didn't have any other positions and knew I wasn't right for this one. And that was the end of that.
I don't know. I could have rolled with it and maybe convinced him to create a different position for me, but I felt we were wasting each other's time so I didn't even try to keep him on the phone. I promised myself I wouldn't spend a moment entertaining interviews that were clearly not for me because I'd rather put that time and effort where it counts (a job that is in line with my qualifications and my career trajectory). I'd rather respect my time and the interviewer's time in this way, and in theory that makes sense but now that I've put it into practice, I'm second guessing myself. Feeling really deflated about it all.

So sorry for your loss. My DH and I both had it last year and it was horrible. Dont be too hard on yourself about the interview. It happens sometimes but hopefully you will score the next job

 

[papertiger]

Haven’t been as good taking photos every day as I cycle through my bags.

At this point I’ve worn everything that wasn’t new in the last few weeks, and some twice.

Longchamps Le Pliage Cuir the other day. Definitely more of a workhorse bag, great for travel. The color is a dark brown, not sure how well that’s showing up here.
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And a bag I got right before Christmas: Coach Willis 18 satchel. LOVE this bag with dark jeans and red tweed.
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Both bags are cool, I really like how you mixi it up, dress-down/up the Willis

 

[papertiger]

I’ll have to see if I can find dilis here. I looooove anchovies so they sound super yummy!

I love veggies but I’m NOT a cauliflower fan. When people do low carb recipe substitutes with it (mashed “potatoes”, pizza crust, etc.) it’s all I can do not to make the yuck mouth face. So, I was happily surprised when I tried cauliflower rice. I can’t tell the difference between it and white rice! I was almost tempted to try to use it for sushi and thought I shouldn’t push my luck. But, give cauliflower rice it a try.

Here is my Dionysus - small in navy. It’s perfect for me because I didn’t have a navy bag and despite it’s small size, it still fits my phone and sunglasses (absolute requirements for me.) I just got her in October 2021 and sadly I’ve only worn her twice.View attachment 4968459

I know, I know, no bag is getting much love these days

Still that Dionysus is a masterpiece and a stunning colour

 

[papertiger]

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Went for a drive earlier today and enjoyed taking out my Coco Handle. Also enjoying the scent of Chanel Gardenia today!

Well done, a stylish and fragrant drive.

I'm wearing Alexander Mcqueen's (discontinued) EDP Kingdom. I can only get it on Ebay now and the prices seem to be going up higher and quicker than Chanel's bags, and as you know, that's saying something.

 

[JenJBS]

Sweeties all

Thank you! They are!