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.

 

[ElainePG]

FYI- just finished this...it was great!View attachment 5041090

Just put it on hold at our library. Thanks!

 

[ElainePG]

I guess proof that a bag that whispers can get attention...it’s official. Every time I wear my Pico, I get a compliment. My LV or Gucci logo bags? Not a peep...

Question-
What is the bag in your collection that gets the most compliments?

Definitely my Gucci Queen Margaret (probably because of the big honking bee!).

 

[ElainePG]

Stats time:

- Bags in: 1 (a BV Bulb to fulfill my small black crossbody need. One of the (if not the) most versatile bags I own).
- Bags out: 1 (and considering getting rid of another couple)
- Blazers in: 1 (vintage YSL)
- Blazers/Jackets out: at least 3

Not bad.
Still thinking I need (ok want) a white bag, but not sure which. And still eyeing the Loewe Balloon.
On the jacket front, I fulfilled my need for a golden button navy blazer to wear with jeans and replace my Balmains, and I should be well served until the Fall. But let’s see...

The navy blazer with gold buttons sounds fantastic. A perfect look with jeans. Is that the vintage YSL?

 

[SouthernPurseGal]

Definitely my Gucci Queen Margaret (probably because of the big honking bee!).
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I love this so much!

 

[ElainePG]

I listed the Prada hobo. Wore it all last week and no thrills. And the fact that it turns into a puddle when I put it down gets on my nerves. It’s just not me, no matter how delicious the leather is. Oh well...hopefully it will sell and I can use the money for something else...

So sorry it didn't work out for you. Sometimes you have to be up close & personal with a bag for a while before you really know. Or at least, that's what I tell myself every time I fall out of love with a bag and end up re-homing it.

 

[ElainePG]

This is what I'm starting to realize, too. I have sold 3 bags and have 2 more on the market. But now I'm thinking of just giving/away several bags as well in order to clear space. For me, physical space is related to headspace. I'm starting to feel overwhelmed by my bags and clothes. I have been much better about donating my clothes or giving them/swapping with friends than I have with my bags, so I'm resolved to sell and donate a good number of bags this year. I realize that as much as I'd like to make money from selling off my bags, my physical/mental space is more important to me than the money I make.

I totally agree with you. I'm clearing out bags, shoes, and clothes. Two weeks after Mr. PG and I get our second dose of the vaccine, he'll head up to the thrift shop with tons of nice things.

Next, I'm going ruthlessly through the kitchen. I haven't baked in years. Why do I have baking pans? And so on.

And then… and thennnnnnnn… we'll start on the BOOKS! (They reproduce at night. I'm convinced of it.)

 

[ElainePG]

I love this so much!

Thank you!

 

[ElainePG]

The bags that get the most compliments are my MK with the contrast trimView attachment 5041044
And this Kate Spade, that I just got this month because of the color.View attachment 5041045

I always love seeing that MK. It's a head-turner. And congrats on the KS. Love the color!

 

[whateve]

I always love seeing that MK. It's a head-turner. And congrats on the KS. Love the color!

Thank you!

 

[ElainePG]

Thanks for your advice. I can try that, and I will try the next time I wear it. I think the SA showed me that. The problem is that then makes it hard to get into the interior pocket... and I like the look with the flap folded over so tucking it inside kind of detracts from the look I liked.

That was similar to my problem with my LV Capucines (which is why it's now languishing on a consignment site). The only way for it to look good was with the flap tucked in, because then the pretty silver LV logo showed. But then the darned flap had to be pulled out any time I needed to get into the bag!

 

[afroken]

I totally agree with you. I'm clearing out bags, shoes, and clothes. Two weeks after Mr. PG and I get our second dose of the vaccine, he'll head up to the thrift shop with tons of nice things.

Next, I'm going ruthlessly through the kitchen. I haven't baked in years. Why do I have baking pans? And so on.

And then… and thennnnnnnn… we'll start on the BOOKS! (They reproduce at night. I'm convinced of it.)

I can part with a lot of things (okay maybe not specific bags) but not my books! thankfully they don't take much space (compared to other stuff) or money!

 

[Kimbashop]

Definitely my Gucci Queen Margaret (probably because of the big honking bee!).
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SQUEAL! That's a fun one. I love the jewelry on it.

 

[Bag peace]

What is the bag in your collection that gets the most compliments?

Unexpectedly, it's my KS Owl bag. I cannot wear it without someone wanting to play with it.

March Stats:

Bags in: 0
Bags out: 5 (three donated, two sold)

SLGs in & out: 0

My bag collection is now down to 19, not counting a couple of beater bags. It's been a longterm goal since I joined this thread to get below 20, where each bag has a definite function and works in terms of size, color, and comfort. I've needed to do a bit of buying and selling along the way, but I really think I'm there!

Oh that's just amazing! That must feel incredible. Im so happy for you!
May I ask what your highest number of bags was (if you can recall)?
I'm really hoping to get down to 20 bags in another year or so (which would require me to let go of 16 more ).
I'm desperately hoping nobody gifts me any bags for my birthday because that's how I got into this mess in the first place!

6 bags in - I know crazy but some won’t be staying. Some will get painted on and then out again. They have not arrived yet. So we shall see.

Oh are you painting on bags now?!
I recall you talking about it before but didn't know you were actually starting. I'm beyond excited to see your creations!

Another bag that gets a lot of compliments is my Proenza Schouler PS1 in amethyst.

The bags that get the most compliments are my MK with the contrast trim
And this Kate Spade, that I just got this month because of the color.

Both gorgeous!

Thank you. That was my first 1941 bag, which was Coach's dip into more luxurious leathers. It definitely impressed me and got me to purchase many more in the 1941 line.

You're not alone there! The 1941 line is just so good. I only have a bag and a wallet from the line, but I regularly stop at the boutique to pet the lovely leather.

FYI- just finished this...it was great!

Thanks for the recommendation. I'll be sure to pick it up.

I can part with a lot of things (okay maybe not specific bags) but not my books! thankfully they don't take much space (compared to other stuff) or money!

I used to feel that way, but I move around a lot and it's not feasible to take a bunch of books with me. I have my favourite books that never leave me (36 of them). Anything else I buy gets donated to a library or swapped for another in a second hand book store. It's always hard to part with them.

 

[SakuraSakura]

I’m sitting here, enjoying your white bags thinking that I have none... but that is a lie. I can participate!!

Louis Vuitton White MC Sarah Wallet.

 

[More bags]

March & YTD Update, Stats and Challenges

• March Challenges
  • Happy Bag
    • Black Reissue - 3x
    • Burgundy Coco Handle - 2x
  • Digital Detox - deleted emails, unused apps and bookmarks, reviewed and deleted files in my downloads folder
• Carried 17 bags / 17
• Exited 18 items - household items, sports equipment and kids shoes
• I can empathize with Kermit’s journey, picture below

Mar 2021 Stats
Bags - 0 in, 0 out
SLGs - 0 in, 0 out

YTD Stats
Bags - 0 in, 0 out
SLGs - 0 in, 0 out