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.

 

[doni]

Feb
Bags out: 0
Bags in:0
Scarves out: 0
Scarves in: 2

I take terrible pictures - I apologize.

Red bags (bc I am slow):
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• Longchamp Le Pliage Neo Op'Art and normal red
• Longchamp Le Pliage Cuir in Dark Red
• BV Veneta
• Hobo wristlet
• little shoulder bag made by my grandmother for my mom

I carried the little bag 2x in February - wow it's tiny! It won't get carried much, but it's cute - and the Cuir a few more times.

I bought the red Neo to replace the Op'Art and go with my red Cuir, and it doesn't really. I love the Op'Art but it's slightly damaged (pro tip: great bag, but does not sit securely on a roller suitcase and when you're booking down the street to catch your connection it will fall off and get dragged along the pavement). OTOH while I know it's damaged, I have to search it for 5 minutes to see the scratches, so I'm guessing no one else will see them. So the plain red will probably go.

No orange, yellow, or green bags.

Blue bags:
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• Longchamp Le Pliage Neo in Nordic Blue
• Longchamp Roseau in Sakura (technically a white bag, but I don't carry white bags, so )
• Hermes Paris Bombay 37 in Blue Jean
• Tom Bihn knitting bag (the back is black, and the red bits are yarn)

I bought the blue Neo as a throw-around bag that would complement my gray Cuir (as the gray Neo was sold out) but it's really just a very grim color. The longer strap I bought for the Cuir has one side gray and the other Nordic Blue, so they're supposed to go together, but, meh. I'll let this go and someday someone on Ebay will sell me the gray Neo. Until then I'll make do in summer with the Roseau, cheap reusable grocery bags, and real travel bags.

I think I'm ready to let go of the PB as well. It's such a beautiful well-made bag, but it's so big it's only good for travel. When I travel, then I'm nervous about leaving it in a hotel room so I carry it as a tote, and it's heavy.

And I could use the money after finding the red C'est La Fete CSGM. Even after I collect it from my mom's (someday? this summer?) and pay import duty back to Germany it will be under retail (!), but still not cheap...

Lovely Paris Bombay, I LOVE blue jean. Want something in that color.

 

[momasaurus]

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My blue bags:
First up is Lady Dior. I have often wondered if I should have gotten a lighter color like gray since I also have the black one, but I just love this color!

Gorgeous!!

 

[momasaurus]

Blues I also have a lot of...
Coach Dinky 24 in dark denim
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Vintage Willis in navy
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Bleecker Daily Bag in sea mist (its under the SLG, it's a flat style that can be crossbody, shoulder or clutch)
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Ergo tote in patent real
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MZ Wallace small sutton in estate blue
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Rogue 30 in steel blue
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Janice's Legacy (not quite vintage) in a dark blue that in person is not quite Navy under Coach standards
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And last but not least, Legacy Duffle in tourmaline
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fabulous array of colors. And this turquoise coach looks so huggable.

 

[BowieFan1971]

Feb
Bags out: 0
Bags in:0
Scarves out: 0
Scarves in: 2

I take terrible pictures - I apologize.

Red bags (bc I am slow):
View attachment 5007156

• Longchamp Le Pliage Neo Op'Art and normal red
• Longchamp Le Pliage Cuir in Dark Red
• BV Veneta
• Hobo wristlet
• little shoulder bag made by my grandmother for my mom

I carried the little bag 2x in February - wow it's tiny! It won't get carried much, but it's cute - and the Cuir a few more times.

I bought the red Neo to replace the Op'Art and go with my red Cuir, and it doesn't really. I love the Op'Art but it's slightly damaged (pro tip: great bag, but does not sit securely on a roller suitcase and when you're booking down the street to catch your connection it will fall off and get dragged along the pavement). OTOH while I know it's damaged, I have to search it for 5 minutes to see the scratches, so I'm guessing no one else will see them. So the plain red will probably go.

No orange, yellow, or green bags.

Blue bags:
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• Longchamp Le Pliage Neo in Nordic Blue
• Longchamp Roseau in Sakura (technically a white bag, but I don't carry white bags, so )
• Hermes Paris Bombay 37 in Blue Jean
• Tom Bihn knitting bag (the back is black, and the red bits are yarn)

I bought the blue Neo as a throw-around bag that would complement my gray Cuir (as the gray Neo was sold out) but it's really just a very grim color. The longer strap I bought for the Cuir has one side gray and the other Nordic Blue, so they're supposed to go together, but, meh. I'll let this go and someday someone on Ebay will sell me the gray Neo. Until then I'll make do in summer with the Roseau, cheap reusable grocery bags, and real travel bags.

I think I'm ready to let go of the PB as well. It's such a beautiful well-made bag, but it's so big it's only good for travel. When I travel, then I'm nervous about leaving it in a hotel room so I carry it as a tote, and it's heavy.

And I could use the money after finding the red C'est La Fete CSGM. Even after I collect it from my mom's (someday? this summer?) and pay import duty back to Germany it will be under retail (!), but still not cheap...

I love the bag your grandmother made for your mom! Priceless and special!!!

 

[Purses & Perfumes]

To me, navy and black are really close - but just different enough that they are not truly interchangeable; so it makes sense to have one in black and one in navy.

Yes, you make a very good point: though they are very close, navy and black are not really interchangeable. I like to use my navy bag during the day because the navy color really glows in the daylight and sunshine, while black of course works all around, but is my go to for evening outings.

So pretty! I didn’t know your WOC was blue, it’s a great dark neutral.

It's a very dark blue and often looks black in pictures and also at night time.
@FizzyWater, that Blue Jean color is beautiful and your blue and white Longchamp is so pretty.

 

[Jereni]

Just catching up again and totally enjoying seeing everyone's blue bags. I'm a little late but here are my stats

Feb
Bags out: 1
Bags in: 1
SLGs: No Change (even though one was purchased and returned)
YTD: 1 in, 1 out

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I really didn't intend on any bag movement this month until the chain on my vintage chanel square mini almost broke. I love that bag and it's the perfect size for a grab and go that fits inside my backpack or larger totes if needed. After visiting Chanel in person, and perusing (okay, full on shopping) all the pre-loved and facebook groups, I decided I wanted another Chanel mini with a 23 inch drop (I had leather surgeons work on my vintage mini and they extended the drop to 23 inches). My SA said she could find a lambskin quilted and I almost went for it but I knew in my heart of hearts I prefer and love chevron. My jumbo is chevron lambskin and I love that bag. Long story short, after a lot of back and forth, I pulled the trigger on this beauty! She is PERFECT. I am a crossbody gal, so the minis and the jumbo are my faves and the size of the rectangular is big enough to carry a small pack of wipes.

I'm really hoping this could be my one bag for the year. I feel bad that I got it this early, but I also had hit some financial milestones so even with this purchase, I'm in the best shape I've ever been financially.
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What a beautiful mini! I love minis with edge stitching.

I have an eye on a chevron Chanel myself at the moment...

 

[FizzyWater]

Lovely Paris Bombay, I LOVE blue jean. Want something in that color.

Thanks! Blue Jean is such an interesting color - just that bit of green to keep it from being a straight neutral.

I love the bag your grandmother made for your mom! Priceless and special!!!

I never met that grandmother, and my mother isn't sentimental about the bag. Kind of, "oh yes, in her crafty phase," and rolled eyes, which kind of makes it more adorable. (My mom's crafty phase was quilting, which I admire as a dedicated skill but am not so fond of the finished product, so I relate.) But yes, it is a sweet connection to someone who I only have a few stories about.

@FizzyWater, that Blue Jean color is beautiful and your blue and white Longchamp is so pretty.

Thank you! I don't think I ever would have gone into a LC store before picking it up, but it piqued my interest and now I have more LC bags than anything else (including the totes).

 

[More bags]

@jayohwhy great stats and gorgeous mini - congratulations!
@FizzyWater Wonderful red and blue bags. I love your Paris Bombay, it’s beautiful in Blue Jean.

 

[essiedub]

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My blue bags:
First up is Lady Dior. I have often wondered if I should have gotten a lighter color like gray since I also have the black one, but I just love this color!

Oh yes! The blue lady..sublime.

 

[essiedub]

Blues I also have a lot of...
Coach Dinky 24 in dark denim
View attachment 5006430
Vintage Willis in navy
View attachment 5006431
Bleecker Daily Bag in sea mist (its under the SLG, it's a flat style that can be crossbody, shoulder or clutch)
View attachment 5006432
Ergo tote in patent real
View attachment 5006433
MZ Wallace small sutton in estate blue
View attachment 5006434
Rogue 30 in steel blue
View attachment 5006435
Janice's Legacy (not quite vintage) in a dark blue that in person is not quite Navy under Coach standards
View attachment 5006438
And last but not least, Legacy Duffle in tourmaline
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Love vintage Coach! That one with the flap and clasp is special

 

[Kimbashop]

Feb
Bags out: 0
Bags in:0
Scarves out: 0
Scarves in: 2

I take terrible pictures - I apologize.

Red bags (bc I am slow):
View attachment 5007156

• Longchamp Le Pliage Neo Op'Art and normal red
• Longchamp Le Pliage Cuir in Dark Red
• BV Veneta
• Hobo wristlet
• little shoulder bag made by my grandmother for my mom

I carried the little bag 2x in February - wow it's tiny! It won't get carried much, but it's cute - and the Cuir a few more times.

I bought the red Neo to replace the Op'Art and go with my red Cuir, and it doesn't really. I love the Op'Art but it's slightly damaged (pro tip: great bag, but does not sit securely on a roller suitcase and when you're booking down the street to catch your connection it will fall off and get dragged along the pavement). OTOH while I know it's damaged, I have to search it for 5 minutes to see the scratches, so I'm guessing no one else will see them. So the plain red will probably go.

No orange, yellow, or green bags.

Blue bags:
View attachment 5007159

• Longchamp Le Pliage Neo in Nordic Blue
• Longchamp Roseau in Sakura (technically a white bag, but I don't carry white bags, so )
• Hermes Paris Bombay 37 in Blue Jean
• Tom Bihn knitting bag (the back is black, and the red bits are yarn)

I bought the blue Neo as a throw-around bag that would complement my gray Cuir (as the gray Neo was sold out) but it's really just a very grim color. The longer strap I bought for the Cuir has one side gray and the other Nordic Blue, so they're supposed to go together, but, meh. I'll let this go and someday someone on Ebay will sell me the gray Neo. Until then I'll make do in summer with the Roseau, cheap reusable grocery bags, and real travel bags.

I think I'm ready to let go of the PB as well. It's such a beautiful well-made bag, but it's so big it's only good for travel. When I travel, then I'm nervous about leaving it in a hotel room so I carry it as a tote, and it's heavy.

And I could use the money after finding the red C'est La Fete CSGM. Even after I collect it from my mom's (someday? this summer?) and pay import duty back to Germany it will be under retail (!), but still not cheap...

That Le Pliage Op Art is so fun! And I love the Bombay and Veneta as well.

 

[Kimbashop]

I just bought a green bag, and I really want to show it off! I know I'm behind on the week's colors, but here she is!
Aspinal of London Mayfair bag (got a sweet deal on her):

Oh, and bag stats:

Out: 0 (hoping my 3 listings sell)
Listed: 3, and hoping to post 2 more soon
In: 1

 

[JenJBS]

Just catching up again and totally enjoying seeing everyone's blue bags. I'm a little late but here are my stats

Feb
Bags out: 1
Bags in: 1
SLGs: No Change (even though one was purchased and returned)
YTD: 1 in, 1 out

---------
I really didn't intend on any bag movement this month until the chain on my vintage chanel square mini almost broke. I love that bag and it's the perfect size for a grab and go that fits inside my backpack or larger totes if needed. After visiting Chanel in person, and perusing (okay, full on shopping) all the pre-loved and facebook groups, I decided I wanted another Chanel mini with a 23 inch drop (I had leather surgeons work on my vintage mini and they extended the drop to 23 inches). My SA said she could find a lambskin quilted and I almost went for it but I knew in my heart of hearts I prefer and love chevron. My jumbo is chevron lambskin and I love that bag. Long story short, after a lot of back and forth, I pulled the trigger on this beauty! She is PERFECT. I am a crossbody gal, so the minis and the jumbo are my faves and the size of the rectangular is big enough to carry a small pack of wipes.

I'm really hoping this could be my one bag for the year. I feel bad that I got it this early, but I also had hit some financial milestones so even with this purchase, I'm in the best shape I've ever been financially.
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Great stats! Congratulations on your pretty new Chanel!

Feb
Bags out: 0
Bags in:0
Scarves out: 0
Scarves in: 2

I take terrible pictures - I apologize.

Red bags (bc I am slow):
View attachment 5007156

• Longchamp Le Pliage Neo Op'Art and normal red
• Longchamp Le Pliage Cuir in Dark Red
• BV Veneta
• Hobo wristlet
• little shoulder bag made by my grandmother for my mom

I carried the little bag 2x in February - wow it's tiny! It won't get carried much, but it's cute - and the Cuir a few more times.

I bought the red Neo to replace the Op'Art and go with my red Cuir, and it doesn't really. I love the Op'Art but it's slightly damaged (pro tip: great bag, but does not sit securely on a roller suitcase and when you're booking down the street to catch your connection it will fall off and get dragged along the pavement). OTOH while I know it's damaged, I have to search it for 5 minutes to see the scratches, so I'm guessing no one else will see them. So the plain red will probably go.

No orange, yellow, or green bags.

Blue bags:
View attachment 5007159

• Longchamp Le Pliage Neo in Nordic Blue
• Longchamp Roseau in Sakura (technically a white bag, but I don't carry white bags, so )
• Hermes Paris Bombay 37 in Blue Jean
• Tom Bihn knitting bag (the back is black, and the red bits are yarn)

I bought the blue Neo as a throw-around bag that would complement my gray Cuir (as the gray Neo was sold out) but it's really just a very grim color. The longer strap I bought for the Cuir has one side gray and the other Nordic Blue, so they're supposed to go together, but, meh. I'll let this go and someday someone on Ebay will sell me the gray Neo. Until then I'll make do in summer with the Roseau, cheap reusable grocery bags, and real travel bags.

I think I'm ready to let go of the PB as well. It's such a beautiful well-made bag, but it's so big it's only good for travel. When I travel, then I'm nervous about leaving it in a hotel room so I carry it as a tote, and it's heavy.

And I could use the money after finding the red C'est La Fete CSGM. Even after I collect it from my mom's (someday? this summer?) and pay import duty back to Germany it will be under retail (!), but still not cheap...

Excellent stats!

I especially love your red hobo wristlet and BV! The wristlet is just so cute!
The Roseau in Sakura! So pretty!

I just bought a green bag, and I really want to show it off! I know I'm behind on the week's colors, but here she is!
Aspinal of London Mayfair bag (got a sweet deal on her):

Oh, and bag stats:

Out: 0 (hoping my 3 listings sell)
Listed: 3, and hoping to post 2 more soon
In: 1


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Good luck on the bags you listed selling quickly!

You know I love that gorgeous green AoL!

 

[Cookiefiend]

Just catching up again and totally enjoying seeing everyone's blue bags. I'm a little late but here are my stats

Feb
Bags out: 1
Bags in: 1
SLGs: No Change (even though one was purchased and returned)
YTD: 1 in, 1 out

---------
I really didn't intend on any bag movement this month until the chain on my vintage chanel square mini almost broke. I love that bag and it's the perfect size for a grab and go that fits inside my backpack or larger totes if needed. After visiting Chanel in person, and perusing (okay, full on shopping) all the pre-loved and facebook groups, I decided I wanted another Chanel mini with a 23 inch drop (I had leather surgeons work on my vintage mini and they extended the drop to 23 inches). My SA said she could find a lambskin quilted and I almost went for it but I knew in my heart of hearts I prefer and love chevron. My jumbo is chevron lambskin and I love that bag. Long story short, after a lot of back and forth, I pulled the trigger on this beauty! She is PERFECT. I am a crossbody gal, so the minis and the jumbo are my faves and the size of the rectangular is big enough to carry a small pack of wipes.

I'm really hoping this could be my one bag for the year. I feel bad that I got it this early, but I also had hit some financial milestones so even with this purchase, I'm in the best shape I've ever been financially.
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This is a lovely bag!

Feb
Bags out: 0
Bags in:0
Scarves out: 0
Scarves in: 2

I take terrible pictures - I apologize.

Red bags (bc I am slow):
View attachment 5007156

• Longchamp Le Pliage Neo Op'Art and normal red
• Longchamp Le Pliage Cuir in Dark Red
• BV Veneta
• Hobo wristlet
• little shoulder bag made by my grandmother for my mom

I carried the little bag 2x in February - wow it's tiny! It won't get carried much, but it's cute - and the Cuir a few more times.

I bought the red Neo to replace the Op'Art and go with my red Cuir, and it doesn't really. I love the Op'Art but it's slightly damaged (pro tip: great bag, but does not sit securely on a roller suitcase and when you're booking down the street to catch your connection it will fall off and get dragged along the pavement). OTOH while I know it's damaged, I have to search it for 5 minutes to see the scratches, so I'm guessing no one else will see them. So the plain red will probably go.

No orange, yellow, or green bags.

Blue bags:
View attachment 5007159

• Longchamp Le Pliage Neo in Nordic Blue
• Longchamp Roseau in Sakura (technically a white bag, but I don't carry white bags, so )
• Hermes Paris Bombay 37 in Blue Jean
• Tom Bihn knitting bag (the back is black, and the red bits are yarn)

I bought the blue Neo as a throw-around bag that would complement my gray Cuir (as the gray Neo was sold out) but it's really just a very grim color. The longer strap I bought for the Cuir has one side gray and the other Nordic Blue, so they're supposed to go together, but, meh. I'll let this go and someday someone on Ebay will sell me the gray Neo. Until then I'll make do in summer with the Roseau, cheap reusable grocery bags, and real travel bags.

I think I'm ready to let go of the PB as well. It's such a beautiful well-made bag, but it's so big it's only good for travel. When I travel, then I'm nervous about leaving it in a hotel room so I carry it as a tote, and it's heavy.

And I could use the money after finding the red C'est La Fete CSGM. Even after I collect it from my mom's (someday? this summer?) and pay import duty back to Germany it will be under retail (!), but still not cheap...

These are such nice bags! I had a mini giggle about the Op Art bag - and I am glad you're keeping it in spite of the hard-to-find scratches and it's inability to stay on your luggage when you're running. I love the Roseau - that floral pattern is beautiful, and I'm sorry the PB has to go, but I get it absolutely. I can't deal with a super heavy bag, especially when traveling.

Twins on the Dalvy, as you know, and I still love that Pico. What size is this? I love the grey-blue handles!

Thanks sweetie!
The Pico is an 18, the handles and interior are Thalassa blue.

I just bought a green bag, and I really want to show it off! I know I'm behind on the week's colors, but here she is!
Aspinal of London Mayfair bag (got a sweet deal on her):

Oh, and bag stats:

Out: 0 (hoping my 3 listings sell)
Listed: 3, and hoping to post 2 more soon
In: 1


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Stunning!

 

[Jereni]

I just bought a green bag, and I really want to show it off! I know I'm behind on the week's colors, but here she is!
Aspinal of London Mayfair bag (got a sweet deal on her):

Oh, and bag stats:

Out: 0 (hoping my 3 listings sell)
Listed: 3, and hoping to post 2 more soon
In: 1


View attachment 5007394

That’s really gorgeous, congrats!