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.

 

[BowieFan1971]

I would consider getting another authentication for your peace of mind. PM authenticators make a lot of mistakes.

Thanks! I will do that.

 

[cowgirlsboots]

Thanks! I will do that.

This is a good idea! I mean it´s an expensive bag and you need to be sure it´s the real thing. With the bag being vintage it´s quite likely the PM authenticators have no clue.
Them saying the bag is the real thing but the dust bag might be fake worries me. What does the seller say? Did she buy the bag new and got it with exactly this dustbag? Seller sometimes tell stories just to sell, but I always like to know what they have to say.
A reliable authenticator service will certainly give you peace of mind that´s more valuable than their fee.

 

[BowieFan1971]

Seller said she would send the dust bag to me if PM sends it back to her. I didn’t ask her where it came from, since I just assume that people will lie, out of greed or embarrassment.

I hate that it is going to cost me $80 to do it, but that is better than a $2200 mistake.

 

[Jereni]

Seller said she would send the dust bag to me if PM sends it back to her. I didn’t ask her where it came from, since I just assume that people will lie, out of greed or embarrassment.

I hate that it is going to cost me $80 to do it, but that is better than a $2200 mistake.

I’m glad you will both be getting the dustbag and doing the full authentication. Definitely let us know what you find out. Fingers crossed!

 

[Jereni]

This color is amazing! I have a few bags in similar colors, Coach, vintage BV, and Bal. I can't seem to get enough of it.
I'm sorry you are letting go of the Arco.

I am too... it was definitely one of the shortest bag love affairs ever. I think I was so in love with the color and leather that I forgot to think more deeply about usability and evaluate it from that perspective.

 

[BowieFan1971]

I am too... it was definitely one of the shortest bag love affairs ever. I think I was so in love with the color and leather that I forgot to think more deeply about usability and evaluate it from that perspective.

I hope you didn’t lose much, or any, money. But you learned more about you and your wants/needs in bags, so it’s not all bad.

 

[dcooney4]

I have been really looking at my bags. Some I was keeping because my daughter thought they were nicer than my most often used bags. I have now decided I am only going to go by what I really use or adore. This month of trying not to buy has had me really focused on what I already have and what I really use. So to that end I dropped another bag at the consignment shop, along with some jewelry and clothes.

 

[Cookiefiend]

I would consider getting another authentication for your peace of mind. PM authenticators make a lot of mistakes.

100%
This is a very smart idea.

 

[keodi]

My only metallic and only chain strap - Proenza Schouler small Courier.
Purchased in 2019 from our dear @Sparkletastic, it’s a beautiful bag, and has the most marvelous leather lining.
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(I recently found out that Mr Cookie doesn’t like this bag... )

I love this bag!! I will have to put this on the wishlist!

These are my metallic bags.
1. Coach Poppy Spotlight tote in sapphire
2. Brahmin Katie in mother of pearl
3. Coach metallic colorblock camera bag
4. Coach Poppy cinch

#2 and 3 were purchased in 2020. The others I've had for years.
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Lovely collection, I love the metallic blue Coach!

Only one metallic bag in my collection- and I already showed it as a grey bag...

Anselm Reyle for Dior, limited edition, Lady Dior Rendez-Vous wallet on chain, 2011

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Beautiful Dior!

Bottega Veneta Nodini
Marc Jacobs The Soiree
Marc by Marc Jacobs Percy
Ted Baker heart purse
Maison Margeila camera bag

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Lovely metallics my favourite is the MJ Percy

I only have one bag that’s considered metallic, and from everyone’s stunning metallic collections it’s apparent that I should consider more! My metallic bag is a Massaccesi Aura with a special leather in which floral patterns in silver is being melted into the leather. It’s a bag that could be worn both over the shoulder or crossbody. A nice bag for spring and I look forward to wearing her more in the next few weeks to come.

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Beautiful, I love the detailing of this bag!

We exist to pamper them and nothing more!
Jett is stunning!

Would you normally use a bag organizer? I ask because it would make the bag more structured and you may not like that (I think you mentioned your preference for slightly slouchy bags in your list of likes/dislikes but I honestly can't recall, sorry!).

It's a difficult decision and I go back and forth on things like this. There's the pleasure of enjoying the bag now (life is short) versus wanting an HG bag that ticks all the boxes and is still affordable. Trust your gut: will you love this bag as it is, even if the ripples don't come out?

Agreed such a cutie!

I pulled the offer and said thanks but no thanks. It’s out there....just haven’t found it yet at a price I feel comfortable paying. You’re right...it will be my crown jewel and the last bag I buy before Italy, so it deserves to be right.

Wise choice!

Well, I found a bag I can be happy with! I looked all day and saw that Gold Clemence Bolide 31s are going for $5k+, which is more than I feel comfortable paying for a bag. For less than half of that, I bought this 35 Gold Courcheval in excellent condition. Edges, handle, interior is near perfect. I got 3 out of 5- price, color, condition. I sacrificed size and leather. I will know for sure when she arrives, but I am excited!
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She is gorgeous! congratulations!!! I can't wait until she arrives!

My Polene Numero Dix (#10) arrived! Love the extraordinary leather and craftsmanship.
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So pretty! congratulations!!

OK, so I know I'm a week behind, but I will try to catch up here. There have been so many beautiful collections over the past week. Here are my brown bags. In the next post, I still have to get myself together to post my metallic bags (all 2 of them!)

1. Hermes Trim II 31, 2000, in chocolate Swift leather
2. Balenciaga City, 2007, Mogano
3. Arayla Austen tote, espresso leather (pettable!)
4. Arayla Harlow in Havana vegetable-tanned leather
5. Coach Vintage Slim Duffle bag, 1980s?
6. Vintage 1950's Lizard bag
7. Marco Massaccesi Mini Zhoe in tan (selling)

Not pictured:
Marc by Marc Jacobs Totally Turnlock Percy Crossbody in Camel




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Beautiful collection

I bought a grey BV hobo from fashionphile in early 2020 that I never really wore. . . But I’m reaching for it more often this spring. It’s just so easy to use with relaxed spring clothing like soft, light sweaters and cargos or simple separates. im a neutral color bag person, so grey works well. Empty, it molds around your torso. filled, it slouches gracefully on your shoulder. I also have one in a warm metallic, I think it’s called ottone. I’ve always wanted a cervo hobo for it’s elegant north south lines. I might start looking for a BV gunmetal cervo (I saw a photo of one posted by @whateve, and it was gorgeous). The bag I thought I’d wear to death but don’t really use is my un branded stingray Constance style bag). there are many days when I don’t carry much, but for some reason, when I pull out the stingray, I always seem to carry more, go figure. I got it for about 100 usd when a boutique called finer things closed; at least I didn’t buy a Constance.

congrats @BowieFan1971 on the bolide!
@msd_bags, thinking of you and hope your blood pressure is okay.
@Kimbashop, I love your chocolate brown swift trim. It’s so lush and shiny!
@afroken, I loved your analogy of collecting books and bags.
@SakuraSakura, I’m glad you got your papillon. I love the issey miyake Bao Bao but agree it’s form over function
@Jereni, I love your three metallic bags
@Purses & Perfumes, I love your petal colored bag, so perfect for spring.
@momasaurus, I love the female horned goat
reposting the metallic bag picture for this week. The ghurka tote and backpack have metallic stripes. The HAC and B30 are custom dyed by @docride. In front, two metallic Chanel’s, a metallic BV, and an H silver chèvre clutch.
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thanks @BowieFan1971! The jacket is Rick Owens navy leather NWT from The Real Real.

I love your new jacket, and your metallic collection!

Earlier in the thread @doni shared the bags she was reaching for. My bags get rotated regularly and I‘m reaching for:

• Red Reissue
• Burgundy Coco Handle
• Etoupe Evelyne
• Black Reissue
• Etain Bolide

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My metallic bag was shared in grey week, Silver Metallic Reissue Camera Case.
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I love most used bags!

Ok, so this may seem corny. Remember, I have time on my hands.... I had the Bolduc ribbon from my scarf and I already had the thin brown ribbon. Had seen orange Bolduc pocket squares for like $400, which is CRAZY, so I got a plain orange silk scarf and decided to DIY. I am going to tie it on my Bolide, I think.
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I like the very first design the best.

@880 I love your BV Veneta. It drapes beautifully on you. The Veneta has been on my wishlist for some time but I have been unsure about it. Seeing yours makes me really what a work of art that bag truly is, and how I would like to invest in one. Your grey is a gorgeous color.

@More bags What an extraordinary collection of bags. What is the color of your bolide? Is it a grey? That camera bag is


thank you! I do love to pet them.


Thank you! The Trim is my one and only Hermes and I LOVE it (but, like you, my eyes are on a Bolide next). It's the perfect mid-sized hobo because it is a bit structured and dressy enough to wear out. It is super easy as a grab and go bag, too, and super comfy to wear on the shoulder. bought it a year ago when the prices were incredibly low-- they have now doubled and even tripled on the secondhand market since Hermes released their new version of the Trim this past year.

Sme here here, I love the trim, I got mine for a song!

YAS twin!!! How are you liking it? I feel like it’s crazy utilitarian.

The color I’m currently dreaming of is the BV ‘mallard’ but I need another BV like I need a hole in the head


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I successfully sold the Amaranto mini pouch - makes me sad because I did love the color but in the end it just wasn’t able to hold as much as I wanted it to. Looking to sell the Arco next.

Congratulations, Beautiful bag, and colour!

Happy Friday! Hope everyone is well.
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Using the lovely Kaffe Tabby this weekend to run errands.

So pretty!

 

[BowieFan1971]

I have been really looking at my bags. Some I was keeping because my daughter thought they were nicer than my most often used bags. I have now decided I am only going to go by what I really use or adore. This month of trying not to buy has had me really focused on what I already have and what I really use. So to that end I dropped another bag at the consignment shop, along with some jewelry and clothes.

You use what you use for a reason! Unless you are “saving” a nicer bag for no good reason or your well used bags are starting to look shabby or die, hold on to the ones you actually use and let the “nicer” ones go. They aren’t “nicer” to you or you would be using them!

 

[keodi]

Decided to start playing with the leather paint. This is only three layers , still more to go. It is still very cold in my studio. This guy is only an inch in size. Need a finer brush to do detail.

Beautiful, well done! you are so talented I love it!

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@Jereni, here is a pic of the Pochette Metis in turtledove from a little while ago. This is such a hard color to capture in pictures because the color seems to change subtly, based on indoor versus outdoor lighting, cloudy or sunny day etc. Actually even the Diorama always looks much lighter on sunny days, and the pink looks a little bit deeper on cloudy days, or if taken indoors.

This is beautiful, I love the colour!

Wish the camera had feel-o-vision. Broken in, supple, smooth...they truly don’t make bags like this anymore. In love with the leather! Only took two applications of conditioner for it to come back. Coach should look at their past bags....this bag is at least 20 years old and kicks the ass of almost anything they are putting out now. I almost feel guilty paying under $35 total for this...almost...
This is my forever black casual bag. Structure with just a bit of slouch.
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That leather is so buttery!

 

[JenJBS]

Lovely metallics my favourite is the MJ Percy

So pretty! congratulations!!

Thank you!

 

[BowieFan1971]

Well, the seller said she got the bag from a consignment shop that had it authenticated and the dust bag from Mercari. She never thought twice about the dust bag because she said it was high quality. I checked...she has been a seller on PM since 2017 and had sold other luxury items. So I feel much better about the bag and can get excited again. Now I just have to wait for PM to put it in the mail and for it to get to me!

 

[880]

Happy Friday! Hope everyone is well.
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Using the lovely Kaffe Tabby this weekend to run errands.

I love this ! It looks like a lot of fun to carry and in that way reminds me of @hazzelnuts galaxy bag.
@Kimbashop, I hesitate over BV a lot. I love BV design, but I don’t always think it’s suited for my style and the clothes I wear. The funny thing was, I was almost going to gift it bc it seemed too new (another tpfer described some BV bags as too awkward in shape until they get worn in and another even shared a tip of weighing the bags down with heavy objects like cans while on a hook... so empty it seemed like the wrong silhouette, but when I put my stuff inside, it worked. Go figure.

@keodi, thank you! The TRR jacket is one of my favorite pieces.

@BowieFan1971, Glad you are doing authentication!

 

[whateve]

I have been really looking at my bags. Some I was keeping because my daughter thought they were nicer than my most often used bags. I have now decided I am only going to go by what I really use or adore. This month of trying not to buy has had me really focused on what I already have and what I really use. So to that end I dropped another bag at the consignment shop, along with some jewelry and clothes.

It's best to go by your own feelings. There have been many times I've kept a bag longer than I should have because of what other people thought about it.