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]

Hey all! I’ve been crazy busy recently. Hope everyone’s been well.

We had fun in Hawaii and just came back from 2 weeks in Scottsdale. Both a wonderful time but I’m impatient to travel internationally again. Stateside is a yawn. LOL!

So many lovely bags in the showcase! I haven’t been able to keep up with all but enjoyed what I saw.

Mr. Sparkle just bought me a black caviar Chanel Jumbo CF to replace the black patent I sold last year. I think this is the capstone on my Chanel collection. I love ‘em but how many chain strap quilted flap bags can a gal own? And when new ones are 3x what we paid for early ones in my collection, the cost feels unjustified.

I’ve also thought about what bag I could want next and am drawing a blank. There is literally nothing calling my name. So, I’m curious. As you thoughtfully shop your closets, what new bag would be the perfect next addition? Ignore cost and share what the perfect next bag for you would be.

Glad you had a great time!!!!
Nothing is screaming at me, but if I had to choose, a vintage Gucci Abbey tote or Ophedia tote, brown trim of course. Or Vibrato Hermès….I love Cookie’s Pico but would be open to another style. If a Pico, a 22 this time.

 

[BowieFan1971]

First, let me preface this by saying: I have too many bags. I have classic taste with an element of whimsy, and I like excellent quality. I’ve had the same taste for the last three decades. So I don’t have any holes in my collection, and there is nothing I need.

So the perfect bag for me is … to eliminate another 30 bags from my collection.

OR

An insanely whimsical clutch. I’m partial to an Hermes Sac a Malice,Judith Leiber Cinderella bag, or an Olympia Le Tan P&P. A bag that is the marriage of art and function , and leans a little more toward art

The P&P!!!!!!

 

[BowieFan1971]

This is a good and fun question. I know which bags I will probably get next, but the *perfect* next bag for me would probably be a satchel or small tote, in a plum purple sort of color. That’s the kind of purple I’m craving but I didn’t see the right bag come out this autumn which probably means I have to wait til year, because I feel like autumn is when that color family is more likely to come out.

Color more or less along the lines of this:
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That plum color, even one with a touch of wine, is SO versatile. Goes with so much! If I was going to buy a purple bag, that’s the shade I would go for.

And I will not even look at a Romy, because if I do and like it, it will DEFINITELY be discontinued! Story of my life…shoes, bras, lipstick colors…all the tough stuff to find.

 

[880]

@Vintage Leather, I vote sac malice ! Hope you are feeling better. I finally let go of my blue Jean JPG to a friend, and I’m so relieved. One bag down.

@Sparkletastic, congrats on your new CF! What a nice present to cap a wonderful trip!

I don’t have any bag on my mind, and I don’t have a wish list, but my H SA says he would like to see me with a small cargo b in black or something in ostrich (he and I both love ostrich). But, those will probably take a really long time if ever to materialize.

@Jereni, @Sparkletastic, the Romy sadly doesnt work on my foot (I slide forward) but I think it’s the most elegant. the Manolo last and longer wider vamp is better suited to my foot. Though it’s moot, since I cannot really wear heels anymore. Sadly, the Rothy’s point flat also doesn’t really fit, and I really sized up to give my toes room.

usually buy a pair of boots every year. I spent my usual boot budget on shoulder pad accessories (Gucci's Centenary leather shoulder-harness). It was hard to justify expensive boots too (which may have been Gucci flat riding boot style with the straps £1.3K-ish which were amazing). I'm still really crazy about the shoulder-harness so not sorry there either. I have worn them over a coat and I can even wear with an evening dress.

I went comfortable 'highstreet' with these boots so I kinda knew they wouldn't be in the same league. Having said that I have some wonderful boots bought at Topsop from years ago - I ended up buying 3 pairs and like you said just replacing like with like. Made in Brazil are usually as good as any designer. Price doesn't always dictate quality (as my Saint Laurent boots will testify ).

What I appreciate about these Fitflops is they're slightly more 'feminine' than Docs and look a bit 40s/50s retro as @cowgirlsboots and some others will also see. Good for flippy shorter skirts and princess line coats, things I may not want to 'solidify' or make too rock'n'roll.

I love posts re thought process. I am also dying to see pics here please if you have time or inclination

@essiedub, I forgot to say, I have both the traditional doc boot and the DM Chelsea boot. Between the two of them, most of my designer boots go unworn (Except for a pair of plain chanel combat boots that I wear when I want a more feminine silhouette (Slim skirts or mini skirts) I love designer RTW and I feel doc martens take some outfits down a notch and make them more suitable for my lifestyle at least. DH and I love fashion as a form of creative expression, and we love to shop together. Here are e some favorite outfits, the first, Dior denim shirt dress with A line skirt , chanel boucle coat, and docs being his top pick. I wear mainly longer fuller skirts with docs.

The grey A line skirt is a silhouette that I think can go with docs or sneakers of your choice (I prefer Stan smith, converse or van style and not the eighties athletic style but YMMV). for the slim skirt of the last pic, I think a more refined combat boot was better, kind of like the boot in the original pic you posted with the brown tulle skirt.

In your pic the combat boot had a partial suede upper to soften the look. in my pic, both DH and chanel SA (refused to let me get any but the plainest simplest one. Mine has a part techno nylon upper to soften the look. You also posited re stocking color to match the boot. I’m short, so I do that in order to create the simplest long line. If you are tall, I think you could easily mix it up.

 

[JenJBS]

Oh mann! The purples are gorgeous!
And the silver, and the Gucci!
Ok the gold too.

Thank you, Sunshine!

 

[baghabitz34]

Hey all! I’ve been crazy busy recently. Hope everyone’s been well.

We had fun in Hawaii and just came back from 2 weeks in Scottsdale. Both a wonderful time but I’m impatient to travel internationally again. Stateside is a yawn. LOL!

So many lovely bags in the showcase! I haven’t been able to keep up with all but enjoyed what I saw.

Mr. Sparkle just bought me a black caviar Chanel Jumbo CF to replace the black patent I sold last year. I think this is the capstone on my Chanel collection. I love ‘em but how many chain strap quilted flap bags can a gal own? And when new ones are 3x what we paid for early ones in my collection, the cost feels unjustified.

I’ve also thought about what bag I could want next and am drawing a blank. There is literally nothing calling my name. So, I’m curious. As you thoughtfully shop your closets, what new bag would be the perfect next addition? Ignore cost and share what the perfect next bag for you would be.

Welcome back! Glad you had fun in Hawaii. What a fabulous gift from Mr. Sparkletastic!

The bag I have my eye on for spring is this gorgeous Studio bag.

I think it will go beautifully with late spring/summer outfits.

 

[BowieFan1971]

@Vintage Leather, I vote sac malice ! Hope you are feeling better. I finally let go of my blue Jean JPG to a friend, and I’m so relieved. One bag down.

@Sparkletastic, congrats on your new CF! What a nice present to cap a wonderful trip!

I don’t have any bag on my mind, and I don’t have a wish list, but my H SA says he would like to see me with a small cargo b in black or something in ostrich (he and I both love ostrich). But, those will probably take a really long time if ever to materialize.

@Jereni, @Sparkletastic, the Romy sadly doesnt work on my foot (I slide forward) but I think it’s the most elegant. the Manolo last and longer wider vamp is better suited to my foot. Though it’s moot, since I cannot really wear heels anymore. Sadly, the Rothy’s point flat also doesn’t really fit, and I really sized up to give my toes room.



I love posts re thought process. I am also dying to see pics here please if you have time or inclination

@essiedub, I forgot to say, I have both the traditional doc boot and the DM Chelsea boot. Between the two of them, most of my designer boots go unworn (Except for a pair of plain chanel combat boots that I wear when I want a more feminine silhouette (Slim skirts or mini skirts) I love designer RTW and I feel doc martens take some outfits down a notch and make them more suitable for my lifestyle at least. DH and I love fashion as a form of creative expression, and we love to shop together. Here are e some favorite outfits, the first, Dior denim shirt dress with A line skirt , chanel boucle coat, and docs being his top pick. I wear mainly longer fuller skirts with docs.

The grey A line skirt is a silhouette that I think can go with docs or sneakers of your choice (I prefer Stan smith, converse or van style and not the eighties athletic style but YMMV). for the slim skirt of the last pic, I think a more refined combat boot was better, kind of like the boot in the original pic you posted with the brown tulle skirt.

In your pic the combat boot had a partial suede upper to soften the look. in my pic, both DH and chanel SA (refused to let me get any but the plainest simplest one. Mine has a part techno nylon upper to soften the look. You also posited re stocking color to match the boot. I’m short, so I do that in order to create the simplest long line. If you are tall, I think you could easily mix it up.

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Love the leopard ensemble

 

[JenJBS]

This is a good and fun question. I know which bags I will probably get next, but the *perfect* next bag for me would probably be a satchel or small tote, in a plum purple sort of color. That’s the kind of purple I’m craving but I didn’t see the right bag come out this autumn which probably means I have to wait til year, because I feel like autumn is when that color family is more likely to come out.

Color more or less along the lines of this:
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This color is gorgeous!

 

[Jereni]

This color is gorgeous!

More or less inspired bywonderful purples that you have!

Next year's pantone color is some kind of purple, so you probably will have good luck then.

I like the new Pantone purple a lot also. I laughed when the Pantone thing came out because I just bought this preloved Coach a few months ago. Not too far off, although certainly a touch less blue.

 

[JenJBS]

More or less inspired bywonderful purples that you have!



I like the new Pantone purple a lot also. I laughed when the Pantone thing came out because I just bought this preloved Coach a few months ago. Not too far off, although certainly a touch less blue.

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Nice! The Very Peri reads as more of a blue to me, not purple. That Coach bag is a lovely purple!

 

[Jereni]

Are these super comfortable? I never have problem with the highest height of a shoe. I just struggle with pointed toe heels unless they’re boots because the shaft keeps my foot from sliding forward.

And, I hope you find your special purple bag!

The Romy isn’t awful but I wouldn’t say it’s extremely built for comfort either. I don’t think I could wear it for a really long night at a club, but I do wear them to work all day and don’t have issues.

Jimmy Choo did produce the most comfortable designer heel I own, which is a strappy evening shoe. I’ll get a pic later.

 

[whateve]

More or less inspired bywonderful purples that you have!



I like the new Pantone purple a lot also. I laughed when the Pantone thing came out because I just bought this preloved Coach a few months ago. Not too far off, although certainly a touch less blue.

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Congratulations on your cute Coach bag!

I think I have that color. It looks like Balenciaga bleu lavande.

 

[Jereni]

Nice! The Very Peri reads as more of a blue to me, not purple. That Coach bag is a lovely purple!

Thanks! I feel like their Studio bag was on the runway in this same lavender but I haven’t seen it come out for sale yet.

I think this Chanel coco handle from 2 yrs ago or so is possibly a perfect match for the Very Peri color. I was debating on one of these preloved earlier this year but just wasn’t sure I would wear the color with enough things to justify the price.

 

[whateve]

Thanks! I feel like their Studio bag was on the runway in this same lavender but I haven’t seen it come out for sale yet.

I think this Chanel coco handle from 2 yrs ago or so is possibly a perfect match for the Very Peri color. I was debating on one of these preloved earlier this year but just wasn’t sure I would wear the color with enough things to justify the price.

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Am very happy I waited and ended up with a burgundy from this years fall or winter collection.

That Chanel is gorgeous! I have to admit, this is one of my favorite colors.

 

[Jereni]

Congratulations on your cute Coach bag!

I think I have that color. It looks like Balenciaga bleu lavande.View attachment 5274984

Omg this is gorgeous! I think I was also admiring this in your Bal showcase shot from some pages back.