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

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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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SouthernPurseGal said:
Is anyone else totally bored by this winteR? View attachment 4992793
Wanna do a book club? I just started Malcolm Gladwell's new book and I'm loving it. I'm planning to read Becoming, by the 2008-2016 FLOTUS....BUT if anyone wanted to jump in with me I am open to most any book!
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I am currently in 3 :giggle: and it has definitely helped take my mind off things and connect with others. I love the idea of starting one with TPF folks! I might have to jump in at some point, as I have been wanting to read that book.
 
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BowieFan1971 said:
Ok guys, I decided to use a scarf I have. I love the colors, but I think it will look better in the bag than on me! Shopping my own closet...
I can make the bag and at least a pair of twillies. :smile: View attachment 4992898
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Your scarf looks perfect to go with your bag! Great shopping your own closet! Can´t wait to see the finished drawstring-bag and your twillies.
 
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Kimbashop said:
Another, older leather that you can find on the preloved market is called Swift or Gulliver (same leather, different years of production). It is a gorgeous, smooth leather that is somewhat irridescent and absorbs dye really well (according to H's description). My only Hermes bag has swift leather and I love it.
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Thank you! ::goes off to do some hunting::

BowieFan1971 said:
Ok guys, I decided to use a scarf I have. I love the colors, but I think it will look better in the bag than on me! Shopping my own closet...
I can make the bag and at least a pair of twillies. :smile: View attachment 4992898
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This looks like a gorgeous match! So excited to see the final product!
 
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On brands. I have made a conscious decision years ago to try out different brands (context is that, in my country, LV is the ‘premiere’ bag to a common person). Indeed I went crazy with Rebecca Minkoff-MAM/MAB. But when I wanted to move on to more luxe bags, I did not want to stick to one brand because I wanted to have a feel of as many brands as my wallet can afford.

Mulberry - I think I gravitated towards this brand because of the luxe feel at relatively more reasonable prices. I have 4.

Alexander McQueen - again, “reasonable price” was key. The Padlock works so well for me! I have 2.

Saint Laurent - just happy with some pieces. I have 2. (Bought at sale prices!)

Then I have Prada (nylon; sold the leather one), LV (my first premiere! Plus a preloved Alma), Gucci (Sukey), Proenza Schouler (tote), Givenchy (Pandora), Salvatore Ferragamo (Mimi tote), Balegancia (City), MCM (I have 2 of its leather bags)

Then several Coach (bought/gifted within the last 2 years), Tumi, Massaccesi, Longchamp (both nylons and leathers), Marc Jacobs from the golden era.

Wow, I do have a lot! I think I might even have missed some.

I don’t have the top models of the premiere brands, but I’m happy to get a taste of these brands.
 
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Sparkletastic said:
Ohmigoodness. I didn’t think of it not accepting my thumbprint.:whut: I don’t use that feature on my phone so it didn’t cross my mind.
Sure! I have a zero discomfort rule for all my clothes and still have pretty heels to wear.

It’s not so much where (store) as what brands and what features to look out for. For me the don’t even bother trying on features are: pointed toe closed in shoes and super hard bottoms (no padding) Almond or round toe is better for closed in shoes. Shoes that I tend to avoid (but there can be exceptions) are ones with super skinny stilleto heels. They put too much pressure on the ball of the foot (and back). The more leather around the foot, the support and more comfy. So a high heeled boot is usually really easy to wear. High heeled strappy nothingness stilettos typically less so.

I’m not a shoe hound so I’ll ask others to jump in with brands. That being said Louboutins are too narrow and the arch too extreme for me. In contrast, Fendi shoes are really comfy. Saint Laurent Tributes are very wearable but have a bit of a clunkier look that I’m not super crazy about but can work for lots of outfits.

Wedge heels are the best and perfect warm weather sandals. Heels with a platform and little bit thicker heel are great for longer walks and dancing.

Question for the group: If you wear high heels, what is your most comfortable brand / model?
I always love an animal print. I think they’re a great neutral.
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I think comfort is relative when dealing with high heels lol. I absolutely adore Jimmy Choo but the comfort can be challenging in some styles. For a traditional pump nothing beats a Manolo 105mm. It’s truly a classy pump that’s totally wearable. They absolutely do not hurt and that makes them well with the price.
 
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Kimbashop said:
I love southern Utah/Northern Arizona. I have taken two trips out there and was mesmerized by the colors. It is truly a beautiful part of the country.
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Yeah, those colors... On that birthday trip my favorite moment was sitting outside one of the coffee shops, drinking hot chocolate, with extra whipped cream since it was my birthday, watching the sun set behind those red cliffs. Just... a prefect, glorious moment. I'm attaching a few pics I took on a previous Mother and Daughter trip.





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doni said:
Hello everyone, I have got a bit lost the last few days but have manage to read a bunch of messages. Specially enjoyed the reflections on brands we own. I am also a multi brand person when it comes to handbags, haven never been able to do the loyalty thing and be a Chanel girl or whatever.

Brands I have 3 or more bags from (counting clutches, prehistoric stuff that is packed away and everything else):

Hermes - because what is not to like (apart from the prices. And the process.)
Loewe - my first and forever. Spanish, invaded my growing years and I love its current creative director.
Chanel - (almost) only vintage. Don’t like CFs and current seasonal bags are so overpriced for quality.
Gucci - But only if I count some really old bags that are packed away in the cellar or parents home...
Balenciaga - The moto line is/was iconic and I enjoyed Gvasilia first seasons with the brand.
Louis Vuitton - Surprised to realize I actually own 3 pieces.

Brands I have 2 or less:

Celine - Two. Always felt I should love it more than I actually do.
Dior - Also two, counting a vintage clutch. Lovely but not my brand.
Courreges - Strange that I happen to own two vintage pieces. But I do love vintage Courreges.
Jerome Dreyfuss - Two but one is a run down pouch that I used as ipad cover...
Delvaux - Just the one. Reminds me of my life in Brussels.
Goyard - One tote but I can see myself buying this on repeat.
Prada - One for sentimental value’s sake, I got it when living in Florence in the early 90s.
MiuMiu— One of sentimental value and a small useful pouch... I used to be such a Miuccia fan!
Marni - A cute little clutch number totally outdated in the best green.
No brand - Croc clutches from when my MIL lived in Africa in the 70s. A couple of dress up purses.

Looking at it like this it looks like I have too many bags. Maybe I do :eek:
Good exercise...
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What a great collection! :loveeyes: :loveeyes: :loveeyes:

msd_bags said:
On brands. I have made a conscious decision years ago to try out different brands (context is that, in my country, LV is the ‘premiere’ bag to a common person). Indeed I went crazy with Rebecca Minkoff-MAM/MAB. But when I wanted to move on to more luxe bags, I did not want to stick to one brand because I wanted to have a feel of as many brands as my wallet can afford.

Mulberry - I think I gravitated towards this brand because of the luxe feel at relatively more reasonable prices. I have 4.

Alexander McQueen - again, “reasonable price” was key. The Padlock works so well for me! I have 2.

Saint Laurent - just happy with some pieces. I have 2. (Bought at sale prices!)

Then I have Prada (nylon; sold the leather one), LV (my first premiere! Plus a preloved Alma), Gucci (Sukey), Proenza Schouler (tote), Givenchy (Pandora), Salvatore Ferragamo (Mimi tote), Balegancia (City), MCM (I have 2 of its leather bags)

Then several Coach (bought/gifted within the last 2 years), Tumi, Massaccesi, Longchamp (both nylons and leathers), Marc Jacobs from the golden era.

Wow, I do have a lot! I think I might even have missed some.

I don’t have the top models of the premiere brands, but I’m happy to get a taste of these brands.
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Impressive collection! Like you, I enjoy getting a taste of different brands. They each have things I enjoy, and am glad I didn't miss out on.
 
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