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.

 

[momasaurus]

@BowieFan1971, your picotin is gorgeous! Congrats!
@Sparkletastic, I love the pink Jimmy choo bucket bag. It reminds me of a pink fabric bag I had a long time ago.
I don’t think I have a grail bag per se, but a rule that I would break for a bag I love would be cost per wear.
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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OMG a barenia trim. FABULOUS!!

 

[momasaurus]

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.

Uh-oh, I think this week's yellow bag pictures are going to conspire to haunt me, as I don't have a yellow bag. But how fun would one be???

 

[momasaurus]

Thank you -- Rouge Theatre red is my favorite Bal red. And the leather feels so smooth, silky and light. It's like a waterfall on your shoulder. And the BV is a lovely shade of rose.



Thanks-- those have been my two most used bags during the Pandemic. They have been the perfect size for running errands.

The Soulmate is a bag that didn't catch my eye at first. But now that I own it, it has become my favorite larger bag. We have socially distanced happy hours around the campfire in my neighborhood, and this bag is perfect for toting wine, cups, wine opener, and my mask and phone.


Thanks -- the Day bag has the most incredible leather -- smooshy and shiny, which helps to showcase that color.


Thank you!


The DeMellier is such a great little bag. I love the size -- perfect as a date night or errands bag.

Yes, the soulmate would be the perfect bag for your campfire socializing. Also, HOW FUN IS THAT??? Sounds so nice. I am so tired of zoom drinking.

 

[momasaurus]

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 loooooove Hermes greens, and this looks amazing with palladium hardware (my favorite)!! Also Evercolor is a great smoothish leather.

 

[momasaurus]

That looks great - the navy with the Bordeaux is perfect!

I do like this twilly! And it's my only piece of clothing with hearts.

That looks wonderful! I am using my cranberry today too. My have to go dress her up with something too.

Yay!

+1

Hugs.

Wonderful orange and yellow bags. The strap on your papaya is fabulous dc!

Wonderful shade of yellow and she looks fantastic with your scarf.

They are lovely!

Fantastic variety Jen! I love the Ferragamo Gancini line, too.

What a versatile bag, this is cranberry? It looks burgundy in this light. So pretty with the scarf tied on the handle.

The brand calls it cranberry, I think. It's not muddy or brownish at all. It kind of glows!

 

[dcooney4]

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 am hearing more and more about the headaches with the shots. I am hoping it wasn't to bad and that you feel better soon.

 

[dcooney4]

I am fickle and like a lot of different brands
LV - I bought because they were light weight and well made.
Prada- Black with silver hardware got me.
Miu Miu- Practical and cute.
Mulberry- The leather got me , but can be a bit heavy
MCM- The embossed leather is lovely, though also a bit heavy
Bally- light weight tote
Mz Wallace - well made and super light weight nylon bags.
Portland Leather Goods- The smell of the leather and the clean design. They are like candy , can't just have one flavor and have multiplied.
Coach - The glove leather is beautiful
Tori Burch - Only have one but the color is a perfect blue.
Hammitt- soft leather
MK - because Hubby thought it looked cute on me. Though I have not worn it.
A few no name bags. One my daughter bought me in Florence and some others. As I list these I think some really haven't been worn but I think it is because of the times we are in . So debating on just holding them for now. I am sure there are others I have forgotten .

 

[BowieFan1971]

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.

It’s terrific that you had your realization! I hope you are able to find the right Bvlgari to reward that discipline!

 

[BowieFan1971]

Uh-oh, I think this week's yellow bag pictures are going to conspire to haunt me, as I don't have a yellow bag. But how fun would one be???

*said in a spooky ghostly voice* Doooo iiiiiit

 

[Jereni]

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!

Feel better soon! My husband was able to get it early due to his job, and he also experienced side effects but they were gone in about 36 hrs. Hopefully it will be the same for you!

 

[Jereni]

I loooooove Hermes greens, and this looks amazing with palladium hardware (my favorite)!! Also Evercolor is a great smoothish leather.

Thanks for the info on the leather! I am a HUUUGE sucker for smooth leather, so it’s good to know which Hermes leather style would be the right one.

And yes on the palladium hardware. This fits into one of my hardware-color preferences: while there are exceptions, usually I feel that a vivid green looks better with silver-toned or shiny ruthenium -ish hardware. Bright green and gold hardware feels a little leprechaun to me.

My green Polene bag has gold hardware, but it is a darker forest green, so in that case I think the gold helps bring out the richness of the color.

 

[JenJBS]

Another bucket bag to tempt us from Bvlgari. It comes in many different color ways. View attachment 4991154
What / where is the inventory function?

Love this one, the coral color, and the black exterior/red interior!

It's called My Collection (sorry I said Inventory). It's part of your Account. If you double click on your avatar/name in the upper right hand corner. It takes you to Account Details. On the left hand side, you'll see a list, including My Wishlist and My Collection. You can list your purses in My Collection.

 

[JenJBS]

I am fickle and like a lot of different brands
LV - I bought because they were light weight and well made.
Prada- Black with silver hardware got me.
Miu Miu- Practical and cute.
Mulberry- The leather got me , but can be a bit heavy
MCM- The embossed leather is lovely, though also a bit heavy
Bally- light weight tote
Mz Wallace - well made and super light weight nylon bags.
Portland Leather Goods- The smell of the leather and the clean design. They are like candy , can't just have one flavor and have multiplied.
Coach - The glove leather is beautiful
Tori Burch - Only have one but the color is a perfect blue.
Hammitt- soft leather
MK - because Hubby thought it looked cute on me. Though I have not worn it.
A few no name bags. One my daughter bought me in Florence and some others. As I list these I think some really haven't been worn but I think it is because of the times we are in . So debating on just holding them for now. I am sure there are others I have forgotten .

It seems a bunch of us like a lot of different brands.

Great collection!

I recently bought some Coach gloves. That leather!

 

[JenJBS]

That is one sexy bag!

Thank you!

 

[JenJBS]

That is so pretty!

Thank you! I love this bracelet!