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.

 

[More bags]

Creative bag carrying: not at all a date night but does to the hospital to see a consultant count!

Milberry Tessie Hobo, gorgeous thick leather. Very practical and easy to carry so useful for going into work afterwards.

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Great looking leather on your Tessie Hobo! I hope all went well with the hospital consultant visit.

 

[Katinahat]

Great looking leather on your Tessie Hobo! I hope all went well with the hospital consultant visit.

Thanks @More bags. Just got to wait for some results to come back in a month to rule out anything serious. The consultant was reassuring that all would be fine but needed to double check with a biopsy. It’s been hanging over me in one way or another since October so hopefully all will be fine and I can put it behind me.

 

[JenJBS]

OK, I need help. You all are a mighty powerful bunch, and I need strong feedback, because I'm lost on this one. I'm posting here, because you guys mostly aren't going to side one way or the other just because of the brand.

First, I'll say that the purchase of both will set me back about a month, so the rule for 'not going in to debt' doesn't really apply. I am lucky to have some disposable income, and while I hate having a balance on my card, I can deal for a month or two.

OK - I went in to Saks Off 5th looking for something else but I know where they keep the good stuff (strangely enough, practically hidden, I have no idea how they expect to sell this stuff, seriously - it's at the top of a tall cabinet!), and was flabbergasted to find a jaw-dropping gorgeous Bottega Veneta Nero Ostrich Zip-Around Wallet. I mean, seriously. What? AND - then - hiding behind that box, a BV french wallet. Sigh. Intrecciato. Classic Bottega Veneta, both. Marked WAY DOWN, both of them.

Nero Ostrich Zip Around Wallet, surprisingly not too heavy. I hate zip-around wallets, seriously, but I cannot stop touching this wallet, unzipping it, looking at it. I've had Ostrich before, but this? Christ, it's not even intrecciato. Plain ol' Ostrich and so gorgeous I want to sleep with it. (No, quit laughing, ya'll have been there, you know it - ).

Deco Rose/Quartz French Wallet, smaller and more manageable for me. But right now I'm actually giving it the side-eye and reaching for the Nero Ostrich. Ms Rosey is probably too girly for me.

I already have an unused brand new Bottega Veneta Atlantic 3/4 Zip Intrecciato wallet bought during the BV Outlet sale madness of last August, and I just picked up a 2010 Cardinal Foldover (double-zip?) Intrecciato wallet that I'm in the middle of rehabbing. (Oooo wait until you see it, classic BV was always about color, and Cardinal is right up there with Scarlet and Holy Grail territory).

My daily use wallet has been my Comme de Garcons little 3/4 zip square, but I'm getting tired of 'lack of space'.

So I've GOT wallets.

Do I keep one or both, or return? Oh, the other thing? BV's creative director has kicked these to the curb, so they won't be made by him, ever. This is it, last of the classic BV. NEW.

Ya see what I'm dealing with? My head hurts.

Help.

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Keep both. But if you only keep one, I vote the rose french wallet. It's more clearly classic BV than the ostrich, imo.

 

[880]

Stunning beauties, I love that you know where to find the good stuff!
<ignoring the title of the thread, briefly> I think the ostrich wallet is gorgeous, I can hear in your voice you love the leather. You need a larger wallet. Will the zip annoy you? I think it's a yes, keep.
The style of the Intrecciato wallet is great. You mention this style of wallet may be a better fit for you however, the colours a bit too girly. Do you like it more than your Atlantic 3/4 Zip? Would you keep Ms. Rosey and sell the Atlantic 3/4 Zip? Would you buy Ms. Rosey if she was full price, are you interested because it will be discontinued and it's a good deal?

Best wishes with your decisions! They are both beautiful wallets!

Errrr, @indiaink, this means (fingers crossed) you’re keeping the ostrich and sending the rose french back? I mean, it’s not every day you come across a wallet you want to sleep with. (I felt the same way about both of my two wallets Prada saffiano zip —asap like style— and black box kelly longue Phw). I would love to see the Atlantic 3/4 zip. BTW, rhe rose may be iconic BV, but she’s a proper daytime lady. Whereas I think the ostrich is demure, but is secretly racy under the proper facade. . . yep, ive officially lost my mind
@Katinahat, hope you are okay! Long ago I had to have a excisional biopsy and something else, I forget what. Its a bit unsettling. If you are at all prone to keloid scarring, let them know in advance bc you can get a shot of kenalog. Lockdown with a pool sounds to me like a spa vacation lol, but I’m in NYC and anything warm sounds like paradise right now.

@msd_bags, my mom lives half the year in a country with sari sari stores. Ive seen them all over, but never realized until recently how large a part such micro businesses play in the economy.

This Afternoon, I decided to shop my closet and wear nicer clothes inside the apartment. I pulled out a favorite pale pink wolford sweater that I had only worn twice before. Then I thought I should be diet virtuous and make a green shake with frozen strawberries, protein powder and cocoa powder. (I had also just tidied up the kitchen). I wasn’t paying attention and Whoosh, the blendtec top came off and there were splotches of shake everywhere. next time, I will just order a reuben sandwich Which is what I wanted in thr first place. Also, I should make a mental note to only wear plastic birkenstocks in the kitchen.

@doni, saw this article and thought of your Desmond &dempsey
Lockdown fashion: 'People are back in their pyjamas' https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-55584843

just saw below @indiaink and I burst out laughing. Nowadays, I can get away with a cc in my cargo pants pocket. How about a calvi!

 

[indiaink]

Well, the end of this story - I tried my few things in the Ostrich, and it’s about the silliest thing I ever did see. I carry so little - no rewards cards, no receipts, no bits and bobs. So then - I thought - AHA! I’m meant to keep the Rose wallet - but no, one whole side of it is empty.

So both are going back. (Saks Off 5th in Eagan MN).

I should write a love note and hide it in the Ostrich, but - nobody will ever see it, I know nobody’s going to see these wallets up on that top shelf in that cabinet.

I’ll be rehoming the Atlantic 3/4 zip wristlet wallet, too! Same situation. Somewhere along the line I became a very OCD tiny wallet person. DAMMIT.

I think I need one of those zip-arounds with 3-card sections? I dunno.

Back to square one, and a happier CC balance.

Thanks for all the help, folks!

 

[Purses & Perfumes]

I was looking at Espom but I do love the smooth leather. Does it show nicks and scratch very easily?
I got Rose Pourpre. Here she is with few twillys.


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Absolutely stunning!

OK, I need help. You all are a mighty powerful bunch, and I need strong feedback, because I'm lost on this one. I'm posting here, because you guys mostly aren't going to side one way or the other just because of the brand.

Nero Ostrich Zip Around Wallet, surprisingly not too heavy. I hate zip-around wallets, seriously, but I cannot stop touching this wallet, unzipping it, looking at it. I've had Ostrich before, but this? Christ, it's not even intrecciato. Plain ol' Ostrich and so gorgeous I want to sleep with it. (No, quit laughing, ya'll have been there, you know it - ).

Deco Rose/Quartz French Wallet, smaller and more manageable for me. But right now I'm actually giving it the side-eye and reaching for the Nero Ostrich. Ms Rosey is probably too girly for me.

I already have an unused brand new Bottega Veneta Atlantic 3/4 Zip Intrecciato wallet bought during the BV Outlet sale madness of last August, and I just picked up a 2010 Cardinal Foldover (double-zip?) Intrecciato wallet that I'm in the middle of rehabbing. (Oooo wait until you see it, classic BV was always about color, and Cardinal is right up there with Scarlet and Holy Grail territory).

My daily use wallet has been my Comme de Garcons little 3/4 zip square, but I'm getting tired of 'lack of space'.

So I've GOT wallets.

Do I keep one or both, or return? Oh, the other thing? BV's creative director has kicked these to the curb, so they won't be made by him, ever. This is it, last of the classic BV. NEW.

Ya see what I'm dealing with? My head hurts.

Help.

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I like both, but I seem to recall you had some hesitation about ostrich (or was it the grey color?) when we were discussing the Chain Knot. If you have any hesitation about it, I wouldn't get it.

Oh I think we posted at about the same time -- I see the post above now. Always a relief to make a decision!

My mom and stepfather made View attachment 4954400this for me for my birthday and she gave me one of her rings, with an emerald in it since it is my son’s birthstone.View attachment 4954401
My sister gave me a...you guessed it...Dooney and Bourke, but I like this one so I will be keeping it.
The duck is in the oven and I am already caked out with cake #3 yet to go. Thankfully it is a tiramisu, so not heavy. Bittersweet moments today...I made lunch instead of takeout and my mom asked if she could help. I asked her to set the table...it looked like a 4 year old did it. Then she said she needed to use the bathroom and asked where it was...she has been to my house many times before and it is a smaller ranch, so there is only one hallway. I told her and she started to walk into the laundry room that connects to the garage. It was upsetting to see that.

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Beautiful gifts and a lovely day, spent with loved ones.... that ring is lovely.

Thanks @More bags. Just got to wait for some results to come back in a month to rule out anything serious. The consultant was reassuring that all would be fine but needed to double check with a biopsy. It’s been hanging over me in one way or another since October so hopefully all will be fine and I can put it behind me.

I hope you are okay, Katinahat. Waiting is hard, but I hope you will hear back soon that all is well. Hugs to you!

 

[whateve]

A couple of wonderful surprises this morning...my stepfather is responsible for outside. And I get 3 cakes!!! Ice cream cake last night, this cake for lunch and tiramisu cake for dinner. I am making a duck for dinner. And this was my big present from DH...our initials.View attachment 4954028View attachment 4954029View attachment 4954030

That's wonderful! Enjoy your special day!

 

[whateve]

I agree, there are bags for which we can make exceptions on being practical.

So nice to hear from you again Elaine!! Hoping for a fast healing for you!

I have a bad habit of storing, but after some time, I really no longer want to use/cook/eat them because they are "old". On the other hand, I don't want to buy just for 1 meal. There's fear of running out unwantedly. It's crazy, I know!!

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Hey @missie1 , nice to have you back here!!

My son is OCD about "old food." He can't stand keeping anything around. If he buys a package of hot dogs, he will eat every one of them before he eats anything else. He never buys eggs because he would have to eat the entire carton within a day or two. That's why he is happier getting restaurant food.

 

[missie1]

The bag is gorgeous as are the Twillys.

Thanks DC.

 

[msd_bags]

A couple of wonderful surprises this morning...my stepfather is responsible for outside. And I get 3 cakes!!! Ice cream cake last night, this cake for lunch and tiramisu cake for dinner. I am making a duck for dinner. And this was my big present from DH...our initials.View attachment 4954028View attachment 4954029View attachment 4954030

Happy Birthday dear!!! Beautiful rings (including ghe emerald one). 3 cakes are a lot, but at least they are different types.

I was looking at Espom but I do love the smooth leather. Does it show nicks and scratch very easily?
I got Rose Pourpre. Here she is with few twillys.
I’m thinking either
1. Cartier rg JUC so I can complete my Cartier stack.
2. WG VCA 5 motif Alhambra bracelet to wear with my diamond bangles
3. WG VCA Perlee to complete wg arm stack.
Good thing DH supports all jewelry purchases even though he hasn’t seen bangles yet lol. I spent so much last year on jewelry but I’m almost finished now.

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Oooh, love this color!!!!

OK, I need help. You all are a mighty powerful bunch, and I need strong feedback, because I'm lost on this one. I'm posting here, because you guys mostly aren't going to side one way or the other just because of the brand.

First, I'll say that the purchase of both will set me back about a month, so the rule for 'not going in to debt' doesn't really apply. I am lucky to have some disposable income, and while I hate having a balance on my card, I can deal for a month or two.

OK - I went in to Saks Off 5th looking for something else but I know where they keep the good stuff (strangely enough, practically hidden, I have no idea how they expect to sell this stuff, seriously - it's at the top of a tall cabinet!), and was flabbergasted to find a jaw-dropping gorgeous Bottega Veneta Nero Ostrich Zip-Around Wallet. I mean, seriously. What? AND - then - hiding behind that box, a BV french wallet. Sigh. Intrecciato. Classic Bottega Veneta, both. Marked WAY DOWN, both of them.

Nero Ostrich Zip Around Wallet, surprisingly not too heavy. I hate zip-around wallets, seriously, but I cannot stop touching this wallet, unzipping it, looking at it. I've had Ostrich before, but this? Christ, it's not even intrecciato. Plain ol' Ostrich and so gorgeous I want to sleep with it. (No, quit laughing, ya'll have been there, you know it - ).

Deco Rose/Quartz French Wallet, smaller and more manageable for me. But right now I'm actually giving it the side-eye and reaching for the Nero Ostrich. Ms Rosey is probably too girly for me.

I already have an unused brand new Bottega Veneta Atlantic 3/4 Zip Intrecciato wallet bought during the BV Outlet sale madness of last August, and I just picked up a 2010 Cardinal Foldover (double-zip?) Intrecciato wallet that I'm in the middle of rehabbing. (Oooo wait until you see it, classic BV was always about color, and Cardinal is right up there with Scarlet and Holy Grail territory).

My daily use wallet has been my Comme de Garcons little 3/4 zip square, but I'm getting tired of 'lack of space'.

So I've GOT wallets.

Do I keep one or both, or return? Oh, the other thing? BV's creative director has kicked these to the curb, so they won't be made by him, ever. This is it, last of the classic BV. NEW.

Ya see what I'm dealing with? My head hurts.

Help.

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I see that you’ve made your decision in a later post!! This is why I’ve cone to realize that there are no forever bags/SLGs - our needs/wants change!!!

Creative bag carrying: not at all a date night but does to the hospital to see a consultant count!

Milberry Tessie Hobo, gorgeous thick leather. Very practical and easy to carry so useful for going into work afterwards.

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The leather on this looks so gorgeous!!

My son is OCD about "old food." He can't stand keeping anything around. If he buys a package of hot dogs, he will eat every one of them before he eats anything else. He never buys eggs because he would have to eat the entire carton within a day or two. That's why he is happier getting restaurant food.

Oh wow, this is a bit difficult (for me). But here in my country, we have what you call “sari-sari” stores or “variety store”. They are mostly small neighborhood stores that sell small quantities, sometimes they even sell “re-packed” item. These are generic packs sourced from larger packaged items - e.g., sugar, milk powder, cooking oil, etc. But then again, buyers beware since you don’t know if you’re getting the real stuff.

 

[Purses & Perfumes]

Yeah thanks for all the commiseration about choosing a home! It's like searching for the perfect purse. No such thing. Only pros and cons to features and how they mesh with your lifestyle and preferences.

I hope you will find a home soon that you love. Good luck!

 

[More bags]

Thanks @More bags. Just got to wait for some results to come back in a month to rule out anything serious. The consultant was reassuring that all would be fine but needed to double check with a biopsy. It’s been hanging over me in one way or another since October so hopefully all will be fine and I can put it behind me.

Oh dear, that sounds scary. You are brave and doing great to pursue the information so you can move forward. I'm sending courage and good thoughts your way!

 

[More bags]

Well, the end of this story - I tried my few things in the Ostrich, and it’s about the silliest thing I ever did see. I carry so little - no rewards cards, no receipts, no bits and bobs. So then - I thought - AHA! I’m meant to keep the Rose wallet - but no, one whole side of it is empty.

So both are going back. (Saks Off 5th in Eagan MN).

I should write a love note and hide it in the Ostrich, but - nobody will ever see it, I know nobody’s going to see these wallets up on that top shelf in that cabinet.

I’ll be rehoming the Atlantic 3/4 zip wristlet wallet, too! Same situation. Somewhere along the line I became a very OCD tiny wallet person. DAMMIT.

I think I need one of those zip-arounds with 3-card sections? I dunno.

Back to square one, and a happier CC balance.

Thanks for all the help, folks!

Ah well, I'm glad you got to handle both beauties and make the best decision for you, your closet and your wallet! That means something even better will come along!

 

[More bags]

I was looking at Espom but I do love the smooth leather. Does it show nicks and scratch very easily?
I got Rose Pourpre. Here she is with few twillys.
I’m thinking either
1. Cartier rg JUC so I can complete my Cartier stack.
2. WG VCA 5 motif Alhambra bracelet to wear with my diamond bangles
3. WG VCA Perlee to complete wg arm stack.
Good thing DH supports all jewelry purchases even though he hasn’t seen bangles yet lol. I spent so much last year on jewelry but I’m almost finished now.

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Total knockout, totally you, Missie.

 

[More bags]

It’s never too late! I think that’s also great that your DH loves your bags too! Sometimes you love something so much, you end up searching for another one ans buying it back (once or twice). It’s a hard lesson to learn bc, as you rightly point out, it does feel great to purge your closet. I buy multiples of the same style, and it’s tempting to purge the one you havent worn in the last, cough, five years. Before covid, every time my mom had an occasion to borrow a bag, I was always like, how about borrowing a metallic reissue? i love them, but rarely wear them anymore, so I figured if someone did, it would count as to my cost per wear.

The only issue is that the cost of replacement has grown exponentially which is why I wait for summer doldrums or other low season times to buy. IMO, though prices of classic Chanel’s and certain H have skyrocketed, they aren’t moving much, and there are loads of relatively well priced kelly style Gucci’s, Diors, or Cartier’s, or seasonal Chanel and non grail H (bolide, massai, trims, early evelynes, dalvys, halzans, larger lindys — Brand JFA has a 30 Lindy croc touch for less than the price of a standard one; the list goes on. . .) I’m also amazed at how relatively inexpensive certain BVs or some LVs are bc of gorgeous patina or darkened handles (I send my bags with darkened handles to @docride to lighten) or brands like Bulgari, Reed krakoff, Devi kroll, etc. etc. (Some of these bags are still quite expensive, I just mean that they are relative deals compared to list price).

@whateve, I try to cook smaller cuts especially from frozen. I find the step of thawing to be inconvenient when DH cannot decide what he wants to eat until last minute @Hazzelnut, hope the grocery supplies become more available to you soon! If I were anywhere close, I’d send you some! Hugs

Thank you @880. Re: your metallic reissue situation, I could help you with getting in more wears, however I might not give them back!

Men are full of surprises.

This made me laugh.

HAH! Aren't they just???

This made me

OMG I would have fell thru the floor. That rose speedy was special but we just gotta move on and be more selective in the future when letting certain items go. It’s amazing what they pay attention to. My DH only notices jewelry or so I think. Your DH actions now have me looking side eyed at mine. I always add bags and shoes and just say I been had this if he comments. What if he knows but just isn’t saying anything lol.
I can’t do the 12 month rule because I have some bags I haven’t carried in few years but the color is needed.

Well said missie!

Great that your DH pays that much attention and interest.

Yes, you’re right. I asked him what else he liked in my current bag wardrobe and he went on to point out two other bags I already rehomed.