2022 Resolution: Shopping my own bag and SLG collection. Anyone else?

[Katinahat]

2 Aug - brand showcase: A-F
4 Sept - brand showcase: G-L
11 Sept - brand showcase: M-R
18 Sept - brand showcase: S-Z
25 Sept - totes
2 Oct - satchels
9 Oct - crossbodies inc WOCS
16 Oct - shoulder bags
23 Oct - bucket bags
30 Oct - clutches
6 Nov - backpacks
13 Nov - bags that don’t count
20 Nov - pairing bags with shoes
27 Nov - pairing bags with other accessories
4 Dec - bag storage
11 Dec - SLGs
18 Dec - charms

Challenges:
Sept - bags in different locations
Oct - Halloween: wear orange or black bags
Nov - International Merlot Day: wear wine coloured bags or pair bags with wine.
Dec - use the bag.

 

[mariliz11]

Good to know. Are the LE and seasonal items listed and identified as such on site? If it’s sold out onsite, can they do a store search so I can call and purchase? TIA for the intel.

yep exactly!

 

[BowieFan1971]

FWIW, I bought the SDJ Baby on impulse at the YSL boutique near me because I fell in love with it, and ended up selling it 6 months later because it weighed a TON. The only good news is that Yoogi's bought it back for very nearly what I paid for it. But I definitely felt silly!

On the other hand, you're much taller than me, and most likely stronger, so the SdJ might be perfect for you. You might just want to give it a test, fully loaded.

You are gonna have sooooooo much fun in Paris!!!!

Thanks for the heads up! I don’t carry anything heavy, but every bit adds up. I have always thought it is a pretty bag. I may go check it out here in person to look/touch/hold/etc if I can, since I am going by pictures and dimensions. I am sooooo excited to see Paris!!!!! Squeeeee!!!!!! That is one of the reasons I am doing pre-shopping online, so I can get my special bag but still have time to see the sights.

 

[BowieFan1971]

Good to know. Are the LE and seasonal items listed and identified as such on site? If it’s sold out onsite, can they do a store search so I can call and purchase? TIA for the intel.
Current Dior isn’t my cup of tea for the reasons you mentioned. I miss some of the sleek bags from previous seasons like the Bar and Diorever. But, you’re right. I’ve shopped in Dior in several continents and regardless of location or culture, the in store experience is wonderful.

Perhaps LV? I’m not knowledgeable on the shopping approach hence my questions above. But, it could be an option.
Thank you. I’m definitely in progress which is why I’m hoping the EMDR will be fruitful as I continue the journey.
Didn’t they remove the lining in the SDJ at some point to lighten it?

I might look at LV too, though it is the brand I have the most of so I was hoping for something different. Or perfect (like a Toolbox 20) or something I will never get a chance to buy in the boutique again (like a B or K). It was my backup in case I did not get an H appointment or find anything else. They would probably have a bigger selection of leather in Paris than I can see here. They do have some cute styles in leather…almost too many styles to choose from.

 

[papertiger]

Pretty! But too large for my small handbags.

I tried to be clever and translate for US citizens.

I'm so used to cm here, I dd a reverse Spinal Tap 'Stonehenge' prop mistake when they wrote mini inches instead of awe-inspiring feet.

Reading back I wrote ' instead of " . Not surprised the pouch would be too big for your bags, 10 foot by 8 foot would be too big for any bag

 

[JenJBS]

Gave 2 bags away this week, sold 2 more. Guess I can get a bag in Paris guilt free.

My H list had narrowed…IF I get sn appointment. B30, K28, Toolbox 20, Evie PM, Herbag PM Pegasse or other pattern or black. Leather? Prefer Clemence but not picky. Colors? Black, etoupe, teal/deep blue or orange. Hardware? GHW or PHW (not picky)

If I don’t get a leather appointment, thinking maybe a YSL Sac de Jour. What other French brands/bags should I look at that would be special to buy in Paris? I thought LV, but you can buy leather LVs anywhere. Does Chanel have much other than the flaps?

Edit- never mind about Chanel. I looked on their site. Everything was too precious/fussy for me, plus I am not a fan of quilted bags.

Polene. It's contemporary, not premier, but it has the quality of premier imo. And they only have stores in Paris, so visiting there is only time you can visit the boutique.

 

[Sunshine mama]

Grrrrrrr! I just realized that Platinum AmEx offers a free membership to WalMart delivery. I’m not a fan of WalMart (understatement) but figured I’d give it a try.

Well, it seems the delivery person stole the order. They marked it delivered and uploaded this supposed photo of my groceries at my front door. I didn’t realize I’d moved to a WalMart parking lot.View attachment 5290633

1) AmEx needs to pick a better delivery partner for a store I actually want to shop.

2) I’m tired of tipping BEFORE a service is complete. DoorDash, UberEats, ****, etc. all want a tip before the items arrive.

3) I had to fight with WalMart for the refund. They originally only wanted to refund the cost of the groceries NOT EVEN the tax and not the tip. Make that make sense!!

4) This is the second time this week a delivery was marked completed and never arrived (the other was Target).

I’m going to give up on all these services which have never worked well (awful produce selections, missed items, etc.) and go into stores. I want to avoid Covid but I STILL don’t have groceries after two different attempts with two different stores.

I'm sorry this happened to you, but I've used Walmart.com a lot during last year(and started to use it again recently) for groceries and necessities and I've never come across issues with refunds when they made mistakes.
Quality is another thing.
But overall, everything was resolved smoothly and efficiently!
Sometimes delivery was faster than expected as well.

 

[ElainePG]

Not on the R&StG website but found the brand online. Really beautiful pouches here

Thank you. You're right… the velvet pouches are stunning!

 

[ElainePG]

Didn’t they remove the lining in the SDJ at some point to lighten it?

They might have. The one I owned was lined with suede. If it had been unlined it would have helped a LOT. (Then again, it wouldn't have been as luxurious…)

 

[ElainePG]

I tried to be clever and translate for US citizens.

I'm so used to cm here, I dd a reverse Spinal Tap 'Stonehenge' prop mistake when they wrote mini inches instead of awe-inspiring feet.

Reading back I wrote ' instead of " . Not surprised the pouch would be too big for your bags, 10 foot by 8 foot would be too big for any bag


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Spinal Tap is one of those movies I watch every couple of years. The Stonehenge prop scene is one of my faves!

 

[BowieFan1971]

I tried to be clever and translate for US citizens.

I'm so used to cm here, I dd a reverse Spinal Tap 'Stonehenge' prop mistake when they wrote mini inches instead of awe-inspiring feet.

Reading back I wrote ' instead of " . Not surprised the pouch would be too big for your bags, 10 foot by 8 foot would be too big for any bag


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OMG!!!!
That scene is hysterical! LOVE that movie!

 

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Use the bag: Felt/flannel MJ tote
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I think I’m wary of using the bag because of the material. But the corners, bottom & handles are leather so I need to get over it!

Is the lettering embroidered? I had the summer tote but sold it because the lettering came unraveled once. I was able to fix it, but sold it right after because I didn't want to deal with the lettering coming undone.

 

[Purses & Perfumes]

This is beyond gorgeous! I hate to ask this, but… do you have anyplace to wear it???

Good question! I bought this a couple months ago to have something to carry to weddings or formal events (Even pre-covid, I didn't have very many such events, especially formal ones to go to, but when I did get the opportunity to go or was invited, I felt like I didn't have an appropriate clutch to carry.)

Now of course we are in covid times, and as I mentioned in another post, this does feel like a somewhat impractical purchase for these times. But @880 had some interesting styling tips to wear this casually, and I'm excited to try those. Just waiting a bit for the covid case numbers to come down here, and for the weather to warm up a bit before I venture forth to meet friends or eat out.

 

[dcooney4]

Good question! I bought this a couple months ago to have something to carry to weddings or formal events (Even pre-covid, I didn't have very many such events, especially formal ones to go to, but when I did get the opportunity to go or was invited, I felt like I didn't have an appropriate clutch to carry.)

Now of course we are in covid times, and as I mentioned in another post, this does feel like a somewhat impractical purchase for these times. But @880 had some interesting styling tips to wear this casually, and I'm excited to try those. Just waiting a bit for the covid case numbers to come down here, and for the weather to warm up a bit before I venture forth to meet friends or eat out.

You can just play dress up in front of the mirror for now. Take a selfie when you put together an outfit you love. That way when you do have somewhere to go , you will remember the look.

 

[880]

I might look at LV too, though it is the brand I have the most of so I was hoping for something different. Or perfect (like a Toolbox 20) or something I will never get a chance to buy in the boutique again (like a B or K). It was my backup in case I did not get an H appointment or find anything else. They would probably have a bigger selection of leather in Paris than I can see here. They do have some cute styles in leather…almost too many styles to choose from.

@BowieFan1971, if you get the appt, and you are so inclined, you could ask if Paris flagship has any current exclusives. When I was in Milan they had a kelly wristlet mens bag with a special Milan illustration on it (i did not love it esp for 7K+ euro and passed)

i have only rarely been treated with courtesy at any LV boutique, so always hesitate to go in.

i fele like i am really susceptible to persuasion, impulsive purchases, and FOMO, though, so it’s best for me (and my wallet) to stick with home SAs who know what I have; what looks good; and what I like.

 

[Jereni]

Grrrrrrr! I just realized that Platinum AmEx offers a free membership to WalMart delivery. I’m not a fan of WalMart (understatement) but figured I’d give it a try.

Well, it seems the delivery person stole the order. They marked it delivered and uploaded this supposed photo of my groceries at my front door. I didn’t realize I’d moved to a WalMart parking lot.View attachment 5290633

1) AmEx needs to pick a better delivery partner for a store I actually want to shop.

2) I’m tired of tipping BEFORE a service is complete. DoorDash, UberEats, ****, etc. all want a tip before the items arrive.

3) I had to fight with WalMart for the refund. They originally only wanted to refund the cost of the groceries NOT EVEN the tax and not the tip. Make that make sense!!

4) This is the second time this week a delivery was marked completed and never arrived (the other was Target).

I’m going to give up on all these services which have never worked well (awful produce selections, missed items, etc.) and go into stores. I want to avoid Covid but I STILL don’t have groceries after two different attempts with two different stores.

Ugh I’m so sorry this happened to you! That sucks. What about just grocery order pickup? We did that at Whole Foods and it worked out.

I was pleasantly surprised when I stopped in my local boutique to check out the Lady D in person for a friend how welcoming, enthusiastic and just plain nice the SA was.

Agreed - my local Dior boutique had really friendly SAs also. I wish I liked the Lady D more but I just can’t bring myself to do it.