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.

 

[880]

I must be in a weird mood this morning, because at first I read "larger scale goals like being very seductive".......

Selective, seductive, potato, potato
love your styling of the Tohu Bohu, the colors and the circles.

@BowieFan1971, it’s such a relief when an expensive rabbit hole brand does not work for ones personal style
@More bags, I love the red WOC and centrifuge scarf. The sunglasses can stay on your nose!
@SouthernPurseGal, agree with @doni and @whateve re location and neighborhood taking precedence. But upgrading a pool doesn’t sound easy either.
@missie1, I’m a relative jewelry newbie, and also always interested in the thought process of others when contemplating purchases) I meant to ask you, how are you deciding the order of the jewelry purchases post self imposed 3 month spending hiatus. (ive been trying to wait to do the biggest purchase first in the hopes that I will not want the others after) Since, you are completing three different stacks, that’s of course very different. Also very curious to find out if you mix Cartier and VCA and if you tried the WG perlee with the bangles. Would love to see more pics (The one you posted on the Cartier thread was stunning)
@indiaink, thank you for the wristlet pic! I’m refining my theoretical future (not this year) pursuit of ostrich based on your hard/soft description. Am still kicking myself from hesitating last summer from BIN on a well priced ostrich B30 phw in my favorite gray blue tones bc DH, on an unrelated grocery matter, (he had no idea I was contemplating a blue gray H birdie), emailed me this pic.

Blue Skinned Silkie Chicken

Thought to date all the way back to the Han Dynasty in 206 B.C., the Silkie is a unique, flavorful Asian breed of chicken. While the meat is white, both the skin and the bones of the birds are a dark blue, giving them a distinct look. These specific Silkies are sourced from a small family farm...

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@docride has been working her artistry on rescue B30 vache liegee, phw and a B35 (still in process — which will be a midnight camo with gunmetal blue hw. Will update with a pic of the B35 when it arrives)
here is a before and after pic of the B30. The pic doesn’t really do justice to the gorgeous blue interior or matte iridescent metallic blue gray exterior (I’ll try to update with a better pic later this week). i pulled the trigger when the prices were at their lowest point early last fall; it just took a while for us to figure out what to do. We also wanted it to be different from my first @docride art bag (a HAC 32 charcoal grey metallic with custom engraved HW) (Third pic)

 

[Katinahat]

Bag 3: Chanel Red Quilted Lambskin Wallet on Chain of Challenge 2 - Take the tag off and wear it. Both my DS went back to in-person school yesterday. I carried my red WOC for the school run. The WOC is too small to carry my sunglasses and since I was in a car that was fine. The finicky thing about a WOC is emptying wallet contents into the credit card slots or zipper pocket. I have two, one in black caviar leather and this red lambskin one. I carry the black more often and I love the buttery feel of the lambskin. It works well for evenings out to dinner, sporting events or theatre events (lies flat against your body) or going to a movie (remember that? )
The scarf that is pictured with the red WOC is also the scarf I wore yesterday, Hermes H Force Centrifuge (cross posting).
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Absolutely gorgeous, very lovely colours.

 

[indiaink]

@indiaink,... on an unrelated grocery matter (he had no idea I was contemplating a blue gray H birdie), emailed this pic.

Blue Skinned Silkie Chicken

Thought to date all the way back to the Han Dynasty in 206 B.C., the Silkie is a unique, flavorful Asian breed of chicken. While the meat is white, both the skin and the bones of the birds are a dark blue, giving them a distinct look. These specific Silkies are sourced from a small family farm...

uncrate.com

Holy Mother. That just looks ... Ah, yes, Chicken Collision with an Inkpen, #1 of 1. Signed. See attendant for pricing.

I'm gone...

 

[Katinahat]

Thanks to everyone for all the best wishes and kind thoughts. Hopefully my results will be quicker than 3-4 weeks but our health service is very busy what with COVID and everything is taking a bit longer. I’m just glad I was still able to get an appointment to see a specialist consultant.

Carried my fifth bag for January to work today - my Coach Central Zip tote. I took it to a socially distanced meeting outside. Safer than meeting inside and good to get fresh air. I’m trying to take all my larger bags to work at some stage this month. I’m dressing down so some feel a bit too smart but I’m going to make it work.

 

[Purses & Perfumes]

Bag 3: Chanel Red Quilted Lambskin Wallet on Chain of Challenge 2 - Take the tag off and wear it. Both my DS went back to in-person school yesterday. I carried my red WOC for the school run. The WOC is too small to carry my sunglasses and since I was in a car that was fine. The finicky thing about a WOC is emptying wallet contents into the credit card slots or zipper pocket. I have two, one in black caviar leather and this red lambskin one. I carry the black more often and I love the buttery feel of the lambskin. It works well for evenings out to dinner, sporting events or theatre events (lies flat against your body) or going to a movie (remember that? )
The scarf that is pictured with the red WOC is also the scarf I wore yesterday, Hermes H Force Centrifuge (cross posting).
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Your red WOC is beautiful but I know what you mean about the WOC. I usually keep my WOC for evening events (pre-pandemic) for the same reasons, since I need my day-time bag to be able to fit my sunglasses. I actually like my Dior Promenade Pouch (sadly discontinued) a lot more since it's a bit bigger than a WOC and the chain is detachable, making it more versatile. I think my ideal size for day-time to evening is a bag that's a bit bigger than even the Promenade Pouch, but it's not very easy to find a bag in that slightly larger (but not too large) size!

Photo attached of the Bottega Veneta Atlantic 3/4 zip wristlet wallet.


The problem I had with the grey Ostrich Chain Knot - no give to it, no tactile reward, other than the initial "ah this is gorgeous". Firm Ostrich is an unfriendly Ostrich, like the Kangaroo of the Clutch World, IMO. Oh, @Purses & Perfumes, this Nero Ostrich zip-around wallet - flexible, malleable, soft, divine. Worlds away from a hard-sided clutch. Maybe I can find a tiny Ostrich wallet.


@dcooney4 See! That's it. "Looked ridiculous with my stuff in it". Yep.

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Gorgeous blue! Love the color. You bring up an interesting point about the ostrich -- soft versus structured. I will keep that in mind if I ever get around to exploring an ostrich bag.

 

[Katinahat]

Your red WOC is beautiful but I know what you mean about the WOC. I usually keep my WOC for evening events (pre-pandemic) for the same reasons, since I need my day-time bag to be able to fit my sunglasses. I actually like my Dior Promenade Pouch (sadly discontinued) a lot more since it's a bit bigger than a WOC and the chain is detachable, making it more versatile. I think my ideal size for day-time to evening is a bag that's a bit bigger than even the Promenade Pouch, but it's not very easy to find a bag in that slightly larger (but not too large) size!

Gorgeous blue! Love the color. You bring up an interesting point about the ostrich -- soft versus structured. I will keep that in mind if I ever get around to exploring an ostrich bag.

Optimal bag size is such an interesting point. I love some of my small bags but they really do need to be big enough to carry a wallet, keys, phone, lippy, tissues etc and, of course, sunglasses and some aren’t. The WOC is stunning! I’d be so pleased if I owned one that I’d carry it all the time but optimal size for me is perhaps a little bigger. I love my Lily’s because they do fit all these things. Not sure what Chanel is similar size - don’t know enough but do know I’m very envious!

 

[Katinahat]

My new Apple Watch arrived today, nearly a week sooner than originally stated. I’ve set it up already and tested the exercise function with a dog walk this evening. It is certainly fast and responsive so far but I need to test it out properly.

 

[indiaink]

My new Apple Watch arrived today, nearly a week sooner than originally stated. I’ve set it up already and tested the exercise function with a dog walk this evening. It is certainly fast and responsive so far but I need to test it out properly.

Yay! My DH LOVES to tell his watch to start his walk when he goes out the door with the two dogs!

 

[travelbliss]

I am about to commit sacrilege in a purse forum. After looking at Hermès bags and scarves, I don’t think the brand is for me! I have seen some nice things, but nothing that thrills me for the money. The scarves are rich, but either not my style or the colors are too bold to be flattering for me. I did get two mini size perfumes I like and am deciding if they are keepers beyond the mini bottle. I am sure my DH and my bank account are relieved... I am really honing my style and what works and appeals to me, which makes my shopping much more focused and improves my ability to avoid temptation, especially in the form of a “great deal.” It’s nice to feel
like I have more control after being a sort of “kid in a candy store.” I like the idea of saying NO for a while.

I think I was born without the H and Chanel genes, as I've tried so hard to find something, but alas, nothing works on me, too.

 

[Cookiefiend]

Optimal bag size is such an interesting point. I love some of my small bags but they really do need to be big enough to carry a wallet, keys, phone, lippy, tissues etc and, of course, sunglasses and some aren’t. The WOC is stunning! I’d be so pleased if I owned one that I’d carry it all the time but optimal size for me is perhaps a little bigger. I love my Lily’s because they do fit all these things. Not sure what Chanel is similar size - don’t know enough but do know I’m very envious!

I appreciate hearing the Lily is big enough to fit all those things!

 

[msd_bags]

Yay! My DH LOVES to tell his watch to start his walk when he goes out the door with the two dogs!

Oh, can I use voice command for that? I do some exercises, but I click on the watch to start monitoring.

 

[Cookiefiend]

I've carried the Just Campagne 5 times now; today I remembered why I don't have many zip top bags - I prefer just reaching into the bag. Hrmmm...
I love the color though, and I don't have a bag in this color... it matches a pair of booties perfectly and is a great warm greige color. It's also a nice size - not too big (but taller than I thought it might be), and I like the depth a lot. I like the top handles but wish they stayed up all the time instead of folding down. The shoulder strap stays ON the bag (unlike the strap on the Coach I sold and the Massaccesi I have listed), it's really a nice bag.

 

[Cookiefiend]

Oh, can I use voice command for that? I do some exercises, but I click on the watch to start monitoring.

You can!
Hey Siri - start exercise.
You may have to have an 'exercise' in there already, but I use it all the time. I say "Start Walk", or "Start Ellipse".

 

[msd_bags]

You can!
Hey Siri - start exercise.
You may have to have an 'exercise' in there already, but I use it all the time. I say "Start Walk", or "Start Ellipse".

Yay!! I’ll try this next time! Thanks!

 

[Purses & Perfumes]

Optimal bag size is such an interesting point. I love some of my small bags but they really do need to be big enough to carry a wallet, keys, phone, lippy, tissues etc and, of course, sunglasses and some aren’t. The WOC is stunning! I’d be so pleased if I owned one that I’d carry it all the time but optimal size for me is perhaps a little bigger. I love my Lily’s because they do fit all these things. Not sure what Chanel is similar size - don’t know enough but do know I’m very envious!

Yes, it's one of those topics I feel I can discuss at length! The Lily's come in a few different sizes, don't they? I need to go look at dimensions. I have actually been eyeing the Darley on the Mulberry site on and off last year. They have a nice one in diamond quilted leather but it seems to only come in black and it's the small size, which does seem very close to the size of a WOC.

The regular Darley is bigger and seems to be a really nice size -- small enough for evenings, but not too small for day-time use. But it doesn't come in the soft, quilted leather and although I am a structured bag girl, for evenings, I actually prefer soft, pliable leather that can be placed comfortably in the lap or tucked easily while seated without occupying too much space. Anyway, evening outings still seem very unlikely for a while and now I also have the gifted Vara to use for such outings, whenever life goes back to being close to the way it was before the pandemic.