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]

For me in terms of brands:
Fendi: 1
- Prob fav brand which is weird since I only own one. But love their leathers, styles, and sense of fun.
Chanel: 2, with #3 on the way
- Prob my second fav brand... admittedly I’m just under the spell right now.
Bottega Veneta: 3
- In love with the soft leathers and excellent colors.
Prada: 1
- Adore my double zip but I think I only need the one
Celine: 2
- Love the construction, the leathers, and the class/elegance
Proenza Schouler: 6
- This was my first designer crush so I have a lot of their bags. Have decided to part with three though that are no longer making my heart sing.
Chloe: 2
Polene: 2
- Love the shapes and elegance for the $.
Tory Burch: 3
Coach: 3
LV: 1
Generic Nordstrom: 1

Total: 28

I expect my personal max is around 40, eventually



When I first got into bags, before designer bags I bought smaller shoulder bags, kind of like the size of the Fendi baguettes, where you are them tucked right under your armpit. I can’t stand this now - where it makes your arm stick out and you have to take the bag OFF the shoulder to get into it.

At this point it’s become clear to me that what I love the most is (1) a satchel with a long strap so that I can carry it by hand but throw over my shoulder if I’m busy, (2) a longish shoulder bag where I can rest my hand on the bag while I’m walking, or (3) a crossbody bag.



Sorry to hear you missed out on that bag for now!

When you say break the rules, do you mean our 2021 resolution rules?

Other than that, I’m not sure what HG bag is out there that would break my handbag rules. HG bags that are still out there for me would probably be a perfect beige bag, though that’s a bit nebulous - basically I don’t have one in mind yet but will know it when I see it. I’m also hunting for a perfect ‘raspberry red’ bag.

I also just saw this on fashionphile, and this may now be added to the HG list, but in a smaller size. Not sure if this color is still to be had, I know next to nothing about Hermes.

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Great variety of styles and brands! I feel the same about BV and Polene.

 

[Jereni]

I have the Mini Pouch in purple, and love it! It looks like the lavender is lighter.

I feel the same way about red. I think a true red can be used as a neutral; but I always think of it, and wear it, as an accent color with grey, black, black and white, tan, etc. Or as the main color (a red dress) with black accessories, or silver or gold accessories. I get what you mean about wearing red with blue looking like a flag, but for if it's worn with jeans, and red or black shoes and bag (not white) it doesn't look like the flag to me; since I see jeans as a total neutral, even though they are blue.

For about a decade after graduating and working, I wore just one bag until it wore out and then got another. Ah, the simplicity of those times! My interest in bags spiked after a particularly dreary winter. When spring came, I was obsessed with the idea of a pretty pink bag that epitomized spring. Thus began a quest for a handbag, which led to TPF, and well, here I am now with a handbag collection, lol. My preferred style really hasn't changed that much -- I still love a top handle bag, ideally with an optional shoulder strap. I am not drawn to totes and will never splurge on one -- for me a basic model is just fine.

A few things have changed though. If I love the aesthetics of a bag, I have realized I am willing to compromise a bit even if it's not ideal in other ways. A clutch is a perfect example. I did get one with a chain, but the artistry of a Bottega clutch (some of them don't have any chain strap) has made me re-think, and if an absolute beauty came my way, I would be tempted to get it even if it meant there was no shoulder chain. But it would be the exception rather than the rule.
Your bucket bag is so glam! I don't have a bucket bag in my wardrobe and have never felt tempted to add one; not sure why since they are pretty and functional.

I think you've articulated exactly what my difficulties are with coordinating a red bag with different colored clothing. I too would wear it with the neutral colored clothing (camel, beige, etc.,) listed above and that's about it. I do think jeans are mostly neutral, so a red bag with jeans is fine. Red bags do look so pretty!

Oh yes totally agree with both of you - jeans are absolutly a neutral. And I would wear a red bag with them.

 

[BowieFan1971]

Bag count-

Hermès- 1
LV- 6
Gucci- 2
Fendi- 2
Etro- 1
Bally- 1
Burberry- 1
Coach- 3
Dooney- 2
Ralph Lauren- 1 Black Label, one LRL
Rebecca Minkoff- 1
Le Pliage- 3

4 other bags, including a cute straw tote from my son

Total- 29

Better than I thought, but I did just list 5 to cover the Pico, as well as 2 others...and do the Le Pliage really count? They fold up so small...

Edit- forgot a Coach...

 

[SouthernPurseGal]

In truth, I sort of feel like red is the furthest thing from a neutral possible lol. To me it doesn’t go with other colors... with blue I just immediately feel like I’m dressing like a flag, with green it’s Christmas, with pink it’s a lot of warm tones together... I love red as the pop of non-neutral against black, white, gray, beige, camel... But then again I may just not have enough imagination

exactly how I feel!

 

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I had the same color...mustard. Didn’t wear it then, but would now.

On bag brands....
Hermès- the leather, the construction, the simplicity
LV- utility, quality, classic styling, lightweight
Gucci- surprising quality, classic but with a sassy wink
Etro- surprising quality, beautiful colors
Burberry- cute, but not luxe
Bally- great leather, quality construction
Coach- nice styles, mixed quality
Dooney and Bourke- styling is kinda preppy-frumpy and they are heavy, but great leather and quality for the money
Ralph Lauren- classic meets chic styling, nice leather
Rebecca Minkoff- nice colors
Fendi- canvas: lightweight, takes a beating, functional but compact styling
Longchamp Le Pliage- great colors, functional but boring

+ a couple contemporary brands, cute or gifts

Wonderful variety and great brand descriptions. I recall a thread with similar line of thought! I searched and I couldn’t find it.

I doubt it. It has divided sections which are good for a work bag and large flat items (laptop, portfolio, files, etc.)

Outside of work, I tend to like smallish medium sized bags because I don’t carry much. I do need one good “personal wear” tote for the rare occasions when I want to carry a wrap or other goodies but because of the structure, this isn’t a good option for that.
You have a great range of brands! I love the variety.

We used to do a bags by brand showcase in the fall which is a lot of fun. If everyone is still interested we can do it again this year.

• Dior (7) - I loved everything about this brand through the Raf Simons era - the outstanding quality, flirty femininity and romantic nature of the brand appeals to me. The luscious lambskin leather and special little details (especially on limited edition items) make me squeal!! I hate what MCG has done with the brand and hope she moves on.
• Chanel (4) - I used to own twice as many Chanel because I love the iconic style of the classic flap. But, I sold them because my personal fashion style includes more “modern drama” and sometimes the C’s felt a little stodgy. Still love my remaining babies though!
• Fendi (3) - Diversity of styles plus quality plus a modern take on classics. Yay!
• Gucci (1) - I love the quality and the opulence of some designs. But, G can get too quirky or a little overdone for my style.
• Jimmy Choo (1) - Completely underrated which lets me be under the radar when I want to be. Unique styles and great quality but resale is dreadful so I don’t have more. But I’m eyeballing one now.
• Louis Vuitton (1) - Can’t say I love this brand but I do love the leather on the bag I have. It’s so thick and chewy!
• Max Mara (1) - Great leather, sophisticated styling and outstanding construction.
• Miu Miu (1) - It’s fun!
• Prada (2) - My gateway drug to premier bags LOL! I love the sturdy Saffiano and streamlined styles for high usage & business bags.
• Trussardi (1) - Fun!
• Saint Laurent (2) - I can get pretty designs and decent quality at a very reasonable price. Also like the black hardware in recent designs.

24 total. I’m well under my 30 bag maximum. Maybe it’s time to go shopping. LOL!

Fantastic variety of brands! Good descriptions, too.

Orange and yellow bags... Coach canvas tote, Le Pliage in coral and...
SHE IS HERE! Hermès Picotin 18

She arrived dirty enough to be dingy and with more corner wear than on the pics. I honestly was underwhelmed...not as nice as what I saw in the store, which was black and looked and felt luxe. I started to wonder if I made a mistake, should have gotten another color....and DH was distinctly unimpressed. Said “this is the $1400 bag?” So I cleaned and conditioned her, put on the Mediterranee lock I bought (she did not have one, which I knew about, and no dust bag either, which I did not know about). I put all my stuff inside (fit perfectly which had been a concern) a scarf and nestled it in, tied it and voila! The bag that was a disappointment looks exactly the way I hoped! I think I am going to make a drawstring bag out of the scarf, but this does the trick for now! I have a cute silver snaffle bit keychain coming that should be the perfect final touch!View attachment 4990662View attachment 4990667View attachment 4990670View attachment 4990674View attachment 4990675

I was hoping you would your newest addition in Orange/Yellow week. I am sorry she didn’t thrill you when she arrived. She looks gorgeous.

Happy Valentine's Day! I have been reading this thread this morning and since I have already been actively trying to shop my closet and thin my collection, this seems like a good place for me. I must however admit that though I am in the process of selling a number of bags and accessories, I have also added three purses and two wallets this year (all new-to-me). But -- that is also after having purchased no new bags in 2020 and only one in 2019, so, I think it evens out!

My Collection by the Numbers-- the oldest bag I currently own is from 2006 (LV Monogram Mizi)

Louis Vuitton - 4 (never-sell treasures, including my HG Watercolor Speedy 30 in white)
Bottega Veneta - 3 (never-sell treasures, all from the TM era)
Coach - 11 (half of these are clutch-type purses that are rarely carried, so it really feels more like 6)
Rebecca Minkoff - 3 (all older Morning After bags with the good leather from 10+ years ago)
Marc By Marc Jacobs - 1 (incredible chewy soft leather)
Dooney & Bourke - 1 (a small lizard-embossed Barlow, the only DB I have ever liked, a xmas gift from my husband)
Vince Camuto - 1 (a slouchy snake-embossed tote that is surprisingly great given its low price)
Aimee Kestenberg - 2 (leather backpacks that I use for traveling)

Total: 26
I would say about half of those are in regular rotation.
and yes, I have all of that in a spreadsheet

Welcome to the thread Jane. You have fabulous variety in your collection. I loved the LV Mizi! I use to covet a black Mizi more than a decade ago. Kudos to you on having a fabulous mono Mizi.

So, has your preferred style(s) changed over time? If so, what caused the change?

Great eye candy!
I used to prefer totes and shoulder bags and not care for hand held bags. My lifestyle was working mom with younger kids.
Now, I don’t carry all of their stuff and I love top handle bags with a long strap and medium to small bags. Especially since Covid, I am not going on adventures that are either long in duration or requiring a large capacity bag.

I have the Jimmy Choo in the unadorned black and gold colorway. Perfect evening bag, but it's just ever so slightly too small for my phone. Well, I can stuff my phone in on a diagonal, but it looks like it's pushing out the velvet ever so slightly, and I don't want to risk that. But the bag is divine!
I love bucket bags and camera bags.

I wouldn't really say my style has changed, but I do now prefer smaller bags than I used to. I got tired of carrying around so much stuff I didn't need to, and smaller bags keep me from doing that, since there isn't enough room to carry extra stuff; and it's easy to find things in a small bag.

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That is one sexy bag!

Thank you!

I must say I prefer my original RP Aquarelle -- the palette was just purples, pinks, oranges. It boggles my mind that the new collection is men's bags only, what a ridiculous decision. I got my speedy 30 the year it came out from someone in Hawaii; the 30 size was only released there and in Japan, so I was very fortunate. The original retail was something like $1150, which now you can get a mono speedy 25 for? Lol.

The BVs are medium ebano Campana, which I purchased from the boutique in 2007 for a mere $995. To me it is priceless. I also have a metallic Lauren clutch and a fume medium Veneta, which is a pale neutral grey.

The MABs are a fantastic wine red and emerald green, both in a glazed leather, and I also have the original MAC with ringed short tassels in dark gray. I have tried to sell that bag a few times but got no interest, so I guess it was meant to be mine.

My MBMJ is the Fran tote in Electric Stage Blue, which is a gorgeous blue that leans really purple. I absolutely adore this bag.

I have a question too, which I will answer as well: Do you have a HG bag that you would break your "rules" for in a heartbeat? I do. The 2008 LV Monogram Mirage Speedy 30 in black. I am STILL kicking myself for not buying it! I was at a special trunk show event at the store when it came out and my SA offered to put me on the list for it, and I said no. WHHHHYYYYYYYYYY

I am sisters with you, I have a MBMJ Electric Stage Blue Natasha.

On the LV Tread about the new Watercolor collection everyone is talking about how weird it is that it will only be the Men's collection. Since I have no history with LV, or an LV SA, I probably won't be able to get one of the pieces. I imagine they will be popular, and reserved by SA's for their best clients. My wallet says that is for the best... Stupid wallet.

Campana is my favorite BV style!
RM does have exquisite greens, and reds.
I also adore my MBMJ Percy bags.

Interesting question. I am lucky enough to already own my HG bag (thanks to a dear TPF member), so no.

 

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I don’t have an orange or yellow bag, but this barenia trim is orange in my world of neutrals
happy V day all!
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So pretty - the leather glows!

My yellow and orange bags haven't changed for the last few years. They are all Coach. I typically only carry the round orange one on Halloween. It is a vintage bag that I got at a very low price. The patent orange bag I don't love but it is useful in the rain. I may give it to my daughter eventually. It is her favorite color.

You have fantastic colours in your collection whateve!
Yay Reed Krakoff - I had a fuchsia Standard Mini that was a fun bag.

My purse brands:

• Arayla: 7. I love this small, US company run by two women. The leather is incredible. The vibe is casual elegance. And the service is wonderful.
• Balenciaga: 7 plus 2 SLGs that function as makeup bags and clutches. One of my favorite brands and still very much my style: I find the moto bags classic, timeless, yet also edgy. Beautiful colors and leathers. I love softly structure satchels.
• Bottega Veneta: 2, and I would like to purchase more. Gorgeous craftsmanship, understated designs, beautiful colors. I could see owning a rainbow of Nodinis, which to me is the most perfect crossbody design.
• Coach: 3. At one time I had more. I love the older, classic styles from the 90's.
• de Lanthe: 1 Bermuda bag with 4 covers! I grew up in the 1970s and 80s, when preppy reigned supreme. I had a Bermuda bag in middle school. Later in life, I found the de Lanthe bag on ebay. I will never part with it. I love the sound it makes when the wood handles close together.
• DeMellier: 1. A mini-Venice. I love the brand's mission. And their styles are fun while also remaining classic.
• Givenchy: 1. Timeless, elegant, and classic in design and function. I love my soft Antigona, the only bag I own from Givenchy (so far). Beautiful leather. Since purchasing it in December, it has become my most used bag.
• Hermes: 1. I own a Trim, a gorgeous structured hobo that is so easy to wear. Beautiful leather and craftsmanship. I'd like to get another. And someday I'd like to own a vintage Kelly 32 in box leather.
• Marco Massaccesi: 9. One of a handful of Italian craftsman left (he learned the trade from his father and now owns his own studio where the bags are made). Beautiful craftsmanship and leathers sourced from Itally. The service is first-rate.
• Marc Jacobs: 1. I had 2 but sold the Hobo that I no longer reached for. I now just own the "totally turnlock" crossbody bag that was popular in 2010.
• Rebecca Minkoff: 2. Such a fun company. My mini MAB was my favorite bag for years and is still seen everywhere in NYC; I will never let it go.
• Misc. handmade bags A lovely French Blue crossbody bag I bought in Belgium from a woman who owned a shop in Leuven and made the bags in the front of her store. A handwoven straw tote I bought in Hawaii. A fabric bag made by an artist in my town.
• Misc. Vintage handbags: 6. I own about 4 vintage bags from my mother and grandmother and 2 that I thrifted. I have a weakness for vintage bags. I love using them as special occasion bags for weddings and formals.

I'm planning to sell or give away about 7 bags this year. Eventually, I would like to get down to about 30 bags.

Great descriptions, an enjoyable read, especially the handmade and vintage bags.

View attachment 4991055Red bag #3 for Valentine’s Day - Coach Cooper Carryall in Bordeaux

Happy Valentine’s Day!

Wonderful colour - I adore Bordeaux bags!

 

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@JenJBS My brands:

3 Halston- Finding this brand to be hit and miss. Some of their leathers feel cheap, some are buttery soft. I'm lucky I nabbed the great ones before they stopped producing bags.

4 Coach- each one is unique and fun. Great quality.

1 Kate Spade- the owl bag that is really a fun novelty to have and I wear all summer long.

5 Marc by Marc Jacobs- chewy, thick leather! These are my office bags and are true workhorses
2 Marc Jacobs- from right before the current line where they merged MJ and the diffusion line. Very nice leather, but not quite like the older leathers.

2 Tommy Hilfiger- One is a forever bag with gorgeous details and no obvious branding. One is a nylon men's messenger I was gifted a couple of years ago that I think will be a good travel bag.

3 Hammitt- brilliantly soft leather, love the studding on these bags.

1 Longchamps- the leather feels like butter!

1 Coccinelle- gifted by my siblings last year. Again, luscious leather.

1 Sandro- I was drawn to the unique shape and love this bag. They use full grain leather, which was a surprise for a high street brand.

1 Vince Camuto- gifted to me. I love it now that I've painted it a different colour and because I dunked it which entirely changed the texture of the leather for the better. I don't think I'd buy another, unless I wanted a beater bag for work where a better brand would raise eyebrows.

1 DKNY tote- I bought this to use for job interviews and haven't used it at all because the world is on fire, lol. I'm not a tote person normally, so it sits awaiting the day I get to use it. Great leather on it, though. For the price, that was a big surprise.

3 vintage bags

2 misc unkown/ unbranded pre-loved bags

6 custom/bespoke bags handmade by artisans as mementos of places I've been. These are what started my bag collecting!
Actually seeing how few of these I have left has made me a little blue. I remember the days when half my collection consisted of these bespoke bags, but so many have been totally worn out from use and now they are truly outnumbered by contemporary bags.
All the same, I'm happy that I always used these as my daily bags and enjoyed them fully, because no other bags will ever bring me that level of joy. I hope to add more to my collection when I'm able to start traveling again.

So my current total is 36. I plan to remove at least 2 more this year, and I know that my MBMJ bags are already on their last legs, so those may leave shortly afterwards. Hope to gradually work the number down to 16.

Wonderful diversity of brands, love of luscious leather and appreciation for mementos of your worldly travels.

That´s impressive! What a variety of bags- and you actually know how many you have...
I refuse to count... plus I have lots of vintage bags without any brand name or by brands not interesting to you all.

Dior I own some Dior bags, except for 2 they are all from the Galliano era. I love the designs and the great quality. Even the most beaten up preloved bag can be fixed and will be fine, again.
YSL 2 bags from the Tom Ford era - great quality, very clean design- suede interiors!

Goldpfeil (German brand, out of business) quite a few bags from the 50ies and 60ies- top quality, great prices as vintage
Jaguar (German brand, out of business) 3 bags from the 60ies- undestroyable! Not cheap as there aren´t too many on the preloved market.

Alexander McQueen one clutch- DeManta. Great design, medium quality. Fine to me as I found it at a bargain price.

You have great self awareness of what you like.
I refuse to count...

Thank you! My gancini bracelet.
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That is so pretty!

For me in terms of brands:
Fendi: 1
- Prob fav brand which is weird since I only own one. But love their leathers, styles, and sense of fun.
Chanel: 2, with #3 on the way
- Prob my second fav brand... admittedly I’m just under the spell right now.
Bottega Veneta: 3
- In love with the soft leathers and excellent colors.
Prada: 1
- Adore my double zip but I think I only need the one
Celine: 2
- Love the construction, the leathers, and the class/elegance
Proenza Schouler: 6
- This was my first designer crush so I have a lot of their bags. Have decided to part with three though that are no longer making my heart sing.
Chloe: 2
Polene: 2
- Love the shapes and elegance for the $.
Tory Burch: 3
Coach: 3
LV: 1
Generic Nordstrom: 1

Total: 28

I expect my personal max is around 40, eventually



When I first got into bags, before designer bags I bought smaller shoulder bags, kind of like the size of the Fendi baguettes, where you wear them tucked right under your armpit. I can’t stand this now - where it makes your arm stick out and you have to take the bag OFF the shoulder to get into it.

At this point it’s become clear to me that what I love the most is (1) a satchel with a long strap so that I can carry it by hand but throw over my shoulder if I’m busy, (2) a longish shoulder bag where I can rest my hand on the bag while I’m walking, or (3) a crossbody bag.



Sorry to hear you missed out on that bag for now!

When you say break the rules, do you mean our 2021 resolution rules?

Other than that, I’m not sure what HG bag is out there that would break my handbag rules. HG bags that are still out there for me would probably be a perfect beige bag, though that’s a bit nebulous - basically I don’t have one in mind yet but will know it when I see it. I’m also hunting for a perfect ‘raspberry red’ bag.

I also just saw this on fashionphile, and this may now be added to the HG list, but in a smaller size. Not sure if this color is still to be had, I know next to nothing about Hermes.

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I love your Peekaboo and you rock your PS bags! That Vert Vertigo Kelly is pretty.

Bag count-

Hermès- 1
LV- 6
Gucci- 2
Fendi- 2
Etro- 1
Bally- 1
Burberry- 1
Coach- 3
Dooney- 2
Ralph Lauren- 1 Black Label, one LRL
Rebecca Minkoff- 1
Le Pliage- 3

4 other bags, including a cute straw tote from my son

Total- 29

Better than I thought, but I did just list 5 to cover the Pico, as well as 2 others...and do the Le Pliage really count? They fold up so small...

Edit- forgot a Coach...

and do the Le Pliage really count? They fold up so small...

 

[Sparkletastic]

I have the Jimmy Choo in the unadorned black and gold colorway. Perfect evening bag, but it's just ever so slightly too small for my phone. Well, I can stuff my phone in on a diagonal, but it looks like it's pushing out the velvet ever so slightly, and I don't want to risk that. But the bag is divine!
I love bucket bags and camera bags.

I wouldn't really say my style has changed, but I do now prefer smaller bags than I used to. I got tired of carrying around so much stuff I didn't need to, and smaller bags keep me from doing that, since there isn't enough room to carry extra stuff; and it's easy to find things in a small bag.

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Another bucket bag to tempt us from Bvlgari. It comes in many different color ways.

You have so many unique and exceptional bags! Such an extraordinary collection.

I looked today to see if there are any more bags I can let go, and... no. Not for now.



Thank you!

I had them listed in the Inventory before the TPF site update. That feature disappeared for a bit in the update, and I missed it, so I created an Excel sheet with my bags, and their details. That makes it easy to keep track of the number, color, brand, etc.

Looks like you have an impressive variety yourself! Particularly of vintage bags! Sad so many great bag brands are no longer in business.

What / where is the inventory function?

 

[Bag peace]

You have so many unique and exceptional bags! Such an extraordinary collection.

That's how I'd describe your collection! Each piece of yours is extraordinary!
Thank you for prompting this exercise!
It really brought home just how far away I am from my ideal collection. 4-5 years ago, I actually had my ideal core collection down and each piece was a work of art. It was mainly my 'memento' bespoke bags and only 3 or 4 contemporary (if my memory serves).
Then I started exploring contemporary bags and then my friends and family started gifting me more (and more and more) bags. That's when it turned into what it is now...just a random collection of contemporary.
I'm very lucky to have such an abundance of pretties, and each one has something unique about it, but I have to think hard about letting more go. This is so far away from my ideal, streamlined collection.

Wonderful diversity of brands, love of luscious leather and appreciation for mementos of your worldly travels.

Thanks!

Another bucket bag to tempt us from Bvlgari. It comes in many different color ways.

Love Bvlgari bags!

@whateve Sorry to ask on here but I can't keep up with the various threads...have you and hubby had the second shot yet? If so, I just want to say that I am SO happy for you!
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That little exercise of listing my collection by brand really has been an eye-opener! I definitely know now what direction I want to take with my collection moving forward.
Step 1 is to enjoy what I have now (they're already with me and should be used) and slowly keep releasing anything that isn't quite right.
Step 2 is to hit my goal of only 16 bags.
Step 3 is for waaayyy into the future...
Should I ever be able to afford them (it's truly unlikely but I want to dream big), I would like to add 1 vintage Dior (totally inspired by @Sparkletastic and @cowgirlsboots), and a Bvlgari.

I've had Bvlgari on my wish list for f o r e v e r! It's just that their styles don't work on me. I've tried and tried them in the store, and the attention to detail is unparalleled! However, when I hold one, it always looks I'm holding someone else's bag.
They recently came out with neon coloured, smaller bags that I thought I might be able to pull off, but alas, they weren't as gorgeous as the forever line usually is.
Hopefully by the time I can afford one, they'll have a style that is more 'me'. Or I will have grown into their classic styles.
So my future capsule of bags will ideally consist of 1 Dior, 1 Bvlgari, 5 contemporary bags (kept from my existing collection) 7 bespoke bags (either the current ones or new ones added along the way), and 2 office/travel bags.
Wow! I feel great now that I have a better idea of what my curated bag wardrobe will look like. Of course, that may change in time, but it feels right for now.

 

[whateve]

That's how I'd describe your collection! Each piece of yours is extraordinary!
Thank you for prompting this exercise!
It really brought home just how far away I am from my ideal collection. 4-5 years ago, I actually had my ideal core collection down and each piece was a work of art. It was mainly my 'memento' bespoke bags and only 3 or 4 contemporary (if my memory serves).
Then I started exploring contemporary bags and then my friends and family started gifting me more (and more and more) bags. That's when it turned into what it is now...just a random collection of contemporary.
I'm very lucky to have such an abundance of pretties, and each one has something unique about it, but I have to think hard about letting more go. This is so far away from my ideal, streamlined collection.


Thanks!

Love Bvlgari bags!

@whateve Sorry to ask on here but I can't keep up with the various threads...have you and hubby had the second shot yet? If so, I just want to say that I am SO happy for you!
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That little exercise of listing my collection by brand really has been an eye-opener! I definitely know now what direction I want to take with my collection moving forward.
Step 1 is to enjoy what I have now (they're already with me and should be used) and slowly keep releasing anything that isn't quite right.
Step 2 is to hit my goal of only 16 bags.
Step 3 is for waaayyy into the future...
Should I ever be able to afford them (it's truly unlikely but I want to dream big), I would like to add 1 vintage Dior (totally inspired by @Sparkletastic and @cowgirlsboots), and a Bvlgari.

I've had Bvlgari on my wish list for f o r e v e r! It's just that their styles don't work on me. I've tried and tried them in the store, and the attention to detail is unparalleled! However, when I hold one, it always looks I'm holding someone else's bag.
They recently came out with neon coloured, smaller bags that I thought I might be able to pull off, but alas, they weren't as gorgeous as the forever line usually is.
Hopefully by the time I can afford one, they'll have a style that is more 'me'. Or I will have grown into their classic styles.
So my future capsule of bags will ideally consist of 1 Dior, 1 Bvlgari, 5 contemporary bags (kept from my existing collection) 7 bespoke bags (either the current ones or new ones added along the way), and 2 office/travel bags.
Wow! I feel great now that I have a better idea of what my curated bag wardrobe will look like. Of course, that may change in time, but it feels right for now.

Thanks for asking! We had our second shot on Saturday afternoon. DH has a slight fever and has been sick to his stomach. Both of us have sore arms. Both of us woke up with headaches. I've been feeling nauseated and dizzy. I'm hoping that tomorrow we will both feel a lot better.

In two weeks we get to see our son in person. We are really looking forward to that!

 

[Bag peace]

Thanks for asking! We had our second shot on Saturday afternoon. DH has a slight fever and has been sick to his stomach. Both of us have sore arms. Both of us woke up with headaches. I've been feeling nauseated and dizzy. I'm hoping that tomorrow we will both feel a lot better.

In two weeks we get to see our son in person. We are really looking forward to that!

I'm thrilled for you! I mean that sincerely! I know how strict you've had to be throughout, so I was elated when you managed to get yourself in for a shot before expected.
Sorry to hear you both have some symptoms (though that hopefully means that the vaccine is doing its job). It seems random that some people have no issues after the shots while others feel ill for days. I really hope you both feel better soon.
And I cannot wait for you to celebrate with your son! No doubt you'll all feel a lot better after being able to see each other properly again.

I really hope they figure out what to do for those of us who are ineligible. I won't breathe easy until my mum and I both get some sort of vaccine. Hopefully the brilliant scientists will tackle this problem next.
Sorry to divert the thread everyone. I've been counting down the days to get this update!

 

[Hazzelnut]

Loving seeing everyone’s bag count!

Mine would be:
Chanel - 3 bags, 3 SLGs
Bought 3 bags in a year after having a massive bag clear out, although I know how excessive this is!! Brand has won my heart, but I think I’m done unless I find my perfect tweed.
Dior - 1 bag
Louis Vuitton - 1 bag
Marc Jacobs - 1 bag
Gucci - 1 bag
Burberry - 1 bag
Mulberry - 2 bags
Vivienne Westwood - 1 bag
Kurt Geiger - 1 bag

I have a few bags on my Wishlist, but am trying to stay focused on saving for a new house. Although I’m finding it a struggle to not look at them!!

 

[momasaurus]

Happy Valentine's Day! I have been reading this thread this morning and since I have already been actively trying to shop my closet and thin my collection, this seems like a good place for me. I must however admit that though I am in the process of selling a number of bags and accessories, I have also added three purses and two wallets this year (all new-to-me). But -- that is also after having purchased no new bags in 2020 and only one in 2019, so, I think it evens out!

My Collection by the Numbers-- the oldest bag I currently own is from 2006 (LV Monogram Mizi)

Louis Vuitton - 4 (never-sell treasures, including my HG Watercolor Speedy 30 in white)
Bottega Veneta - 3 (never-sell treasures, all from the TM era)
Coach - 11 (half of these are clutch-type purses that are rarely carried, so it really feels more like 6)
Rebecca Minkoff - 3 (all older Morning After bags with the good leather from 10+ years ago)
Marc By Marc Jacobs - 1 (incredible chewy soft leather)
Dooney & Bourke - 1 (a small lizard-embossed Barlow, the only DB I have ever liked, a xmas gift from my husband)
Vince Camuto - 1 (a slouchy snake-embossed tote that is surprisingly great given its low price)
Aimee Kestenberg - 2 (leather backpacks that I use for traveling)

Total: 26
I would say about half of those are in regular rotation.
and yes, I have all of that in a spreadsheet

Welcome!

 

[momasaurus]

Everyone - has your taste or focus changed on what style of bag you buy?

I used to be almost exclusively enamored with flaps. But, relatively recently (before the black hole of 2020) Mr. Sparkle gifted me with a small bucket and a camera bag. I love them! So now I’m super tempted by more.

For example, I love this pretty pink bucket from Jimmy Choo. View attachment 4990713But, I can’t justify pulling the trigger because I already own this pretty pink bucket from Fendi (seen with me on our last trip. Anyone else remember this thing called traveling?) View attachment 4990709
I’m also intrigued by this cute minty scalloped version by Polene View attachment 4990733
So, has your preferred style(s) changed over time? If so, what caused the change?

These are beautiful. I don't think the pink buckets are redundant - you'd carry them totally different places, right?

 

[momasaurus]

Orange and yellow bags... Coach canvas tote, Le Pliage in coral and...
SHE IS HERE! Hermès Picotin 18

She arrived dirty enough to be dingy and with more corner wear than on the pics. I honestly was underwhelmed...not as nice as what I saw in the store, which was black and looked and felt luxe. I started to wonder if I made a mistake, should have gotten another color....and DH was distinctly unimpressed. Said “this is the $1400 bag?” So I cleaned and conditioned her, put on the Mediterranee lock I bought (she did not have one, which I knew about, and no dust bag either, which I did not know about). I put all my stuff inside (fit perfectly which had been a concern) a scarf and nestled it in, tied it and voila! The bag that was a disappointment looks exactly the way I hoped! I think I am going to make a drawstring bag out of the scarf, but this does the trick for now! I have a cute silver snaffle bit keychain coming that should be the perfect final touch!View attachment 4990662View attachment 4990667View attachment 4990670View attachment 4990674View attachment 4990675

That pico looks ready to go!~ Well done.