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.

 

[DME]

The last month has been crazy, so I’m only now getting around to posting my metallic bags (and two metallic SLGs).



Back row, left to right: Chanel Mini Flap Bag XS 22C with LGHW (also shown during pink/purple week), Valentino Small Rockstud Crossbody in Gold with GHW, Ela Silver Mini Milck Clutch with SHW

Front row, left to right: Dior Diorama Croisiere Chain Wallet in Gold with GHW, Louis Vuitton Key Pouch in Navy Nacre with SHW, Coach Metallic Pink Small Wristlet

On the search for shoes to wear to an upcoming wedding… I went to several stores looking for gold, stacked heel sandals and struck out. I found several pairs of gold sandals I liked, but they were all espadrilles, which is too casual for what I need. I ended up finding a pair of black Valentino sandals that will go with both my black dresses and my navy and gold dresses, so I ended up getting them instead. Here they are, pictured with my gold Dior clutch; I’ll plan to wear this combo with a black sleeveless dress. I found out yesterday when I looked at my niece‘s wedding website that it’s formal attire. I miss the days when this information was included on the paper invitation, since that caught me off guard!

 

[DME]

Was feeling a bit down and Dh brought me to the Outlets . Mulberry had a gorgeous backpack but it was to heavy for me. We looked in other shops but nothing jumped at me. I saw a Teddy Bear at Mulberry that I loved when Dh pointed it out, so we went back to get it . Then I saw a little Woc in graphite with silver hardware but I thought it would be to small for my phone and glasses. Dh said don’t put it back try to see if they will fit. Well he was right. Now I have a cute teddy bear and a WOC. This day has really turned around. My son is planting the garden for me and that is the best gift. Hope if you are having a hard day it turns around for you.

Pics, please, if you’re so inclined! I’m a sucker for stuffed animals, so I’m super curious about the bear.

ETA: I’m glad to hear your DH and DS were able to lift your spirits today!

 

[dcooney4]

@dcooney4 , here are photos of my second GFG mini crossbody in cranberry. I don't ever zip it up, but I've shown the top of it zipped so you can see where it's been hemmed and where there are raw edges. The outside pocket for the phone has a raw edge, but it doesn't bother me at all. The other raw edge, at the side where the zipper attaches, looks a little unfinished to me, but that's just me. Now that I've seen it, I can't unsee it. On the other hand, one might say it gives the bag kind of a "rustic" look. Maybe.

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I think this one has a earthy vibe then your green one, but still very pretty. You don’t notice the raw edges on your green one?

 

[dcooney4]

You look amazing in ALL these photos, @Katinahat . I think you have your style perfected!

I agree!

 

[dcooney4]

The last month has been crazy, so I’m only now getting around to posting my metallic bags (and two metallic SLGs).

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Back row, left to right: Chanel Mini Flap Bag XS 22C with LGHW (also shown during pink/purple week), Valentino Small Rockstud Crossbody in Gold with GHW, Ela Silver Mini Milck Clutch with SHW

Front row, left to right: Dior Diorama Croisiere Chain Wallet in Gold with GHW, Louis Vuitton Key Pouch in Navy Nacre with SHW, Coach Metallic Pink Small Wristlet

On the search for shoes to wear to an upcoming wedding… I went to several stores looking for gold, stacked heel sandals and struck out. I found several pairs of gold sandals I liked, but they were all espadrilles, which is too casual for what I need. I ended up finding a pair of black Valentino sandals that will go with both my black dresses and my navy and gold dresses, so I ended up getting them instead. Here they are, pictured with my gold Dior clutch; I’ll plan to wear this combo with a black sleeveless dress. I found out yesterday when I looked at my niece‘s wedding website that it’s formal attire. I miss the days when this information was included on the paper invitation, since that caught me off guard!

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They will look great with the bag. Your bags are beautiful .

 

[dcooney4]

Pics, please, if you’re so inclined! I’m a sucker for stuffed animals, so I’m super curious about the bear.

ETA: I’m glad to hear your DH and DS were able to lift your spirits today!

Thanks ! I will when I get home.

 

[dcooney4]

He came in a cute box . The bears are numbered up to 350. They got me a different one from the back but I preferred the smile and the scraggly fur on this one. I added my Woc too.

 

[DME]

He came in a cute box . The bears are numbered up to 350. They got me a different one from the back but I preferred the smile and the scraggly fur on this one. I added my Woc too.

Thank you so much for sharing. These are both great! Especially love the bear. And I love that you took appearance into account before purchasing. I’m that person who lines up all the stuffed animals to find the one I like best before buying.

 

[dcooney4]

Thank you so much for sharing. These are both great! Especially love the bear. And I love that you took appearance into account before purchasing. I’m that person who lines up all the stuffed animals to find the one I like best before buying.

Me too! I the other he brought forward was nicer fur wise but I just liked this little guys smile. When I was a kid a toy designer/ illustrator took me under his wing and brought me to meet many artisans that designed dolls and bears. He always told me to take a few and look the faces before I picked one and I always do. I am glad you do the same.

 

[cowgirlsboots]

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My April bag that I bought sitting in the hospital waiting room…

So far I’m 1 bag in for the year, 1 jewelry in for the year.

Mom is still having medical problems. We just aren’t sure what they are - there are four potential causes for her symptoms and it seems like each potential cause one has a specialist who pontificates with authority as to what the answer might be.

Meanwhile, I’m exhausted

Your bag is lovely!
I´m really sorry about your Mum! Sending all my best wishes!

 

[Katinahat]

I wasn’t aware of the Coastal Grandma style either, that’s awesome. I do tend towards flowy tops and slimmer pants myself so I guess there’s aspects of the style that I’m already doing haha. And I love capris, I live in them during the spring and summer. And fall, when I can get away with it.

From your posts I can imagine you look great in capris. Was unseasonably warm here today so loads of people were in their costal grandma outfits when I walked into town. Mostly they were under 30!

I think your outfits look great and that horizontal stripe sweater outfit is a great guide for the bright capri dilemma. It draws attention to your top snd visually balances you. Maybe a color block top with a bolder color up top or a bolder stripe would let you wear the slimmer cut top you favor but draw the eye up and across your slimmer upper half. Horizontal or diagonal stripes/design. Or maybe a boatneck.

And Happy Mother’s Day to all who wear the hat!!!!

I’d not thought of this but I’m now inspired to look for at colour blocked summery tops. Thanks!

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DS wouldn’t let me open the box early. It’s the Polene Neuf/Nine in camel. I love this color & see myself using it a lot in the warmer months.

I also see why Polene is popular. The leather feels fantastic & the price point is reasonable. I can definitely see myself adding more bags from this brand.

It’s stunning! Congratulations.

thank you so much. I spend some time thinking about overall silhouette when I purchase clothes. Fat accumulates around my middle first and I am short and chunky with big calves (athletic build is the euphemism lol). so some of my issues are different. ..

neckline
A boat neck with three quarter sleeves might work for you. . .
i experiment a lot with a wider or a lower V or scoop neckline; layered necklines framed in a shorter sleeve (to expose thinner parts of the body; or prints to distract.

hourglass shape:every look creates an illusion of waist or skims the body
My best jacket (third pic) is somewhat stiff but suggest an hourglass and skim the body. Basically it’s my way of following @cowgirlsboots method of superimposing an idealized shape over my own. . . She also mentioned a wrap too or waterfall neckline; I do those too. I also do really well with peplum jackets

dark underpining tanks
In the second dress it’s pretty obvious that my shape is a rectangular pear, but I think the skinny v with contrasting tank underneath break up the square of my shoulders and torso. In the third to last pic, I break from my usual tradition of mixing slim with full garments (the jacket is double breasted, so I made sure to ground the look with two exposed triangles of hourglass of dark tank.

broader shoulder and tapered waist
The second to last creates more volume on top with the shoulder reinforced by ruffles and a fake waist. I don’t normally go for a padded shoulder bc I am broad, but here, it‘s clear that the ruffles raise the shoulder and the tapered shape works

In the last pic, the shorter top and longer jacket create length. for the last two pics, the bottoms are hemmed a bit higher bc I’m 5’2 inches, and longer bottoms would drag me down.

I’m on good terms with all of my SAs, and they give me a quick thumbs up or down on outfits and share their own. A shorter cross body bag (strong graphic diagonal) also helps with my silhouette.

ETA: a final pic with baggy pants and top; the only thing that gives shape is the exposed white of the shirt underneath

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You look amazing! I love that first dress and the last two looks especially. Great to get advice from SAs. I just ask a DD or a friend.

I still can't believe it's mine either! Sometimes I look at it and it doesn't click. It doesn't feel real, honestly! This is the Coach bag...

It’s lovely too. Congratulations!

@dcooney4 , here are photos of my second GFG mini crossbody in cranberry. I don't ever zip it up, but I've shown the top of it zipped so you can see where it's been hemmed and where there are raw edges. The outside pocket for the phone has a raw edge, but it doesn't bother me at all. The other raw edge, at the side where the zipper attaches, looks a little unfinished to me, but that's just me. Now that I've seen it, I can't unsee it. On the other hand, one might say it gives the bag kind of a "rustic" look. Maybe.

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I love the colour and the materials. The edge works with the vibe.

You look amazing in ALL these photos, @Katinahat . I think you have your style perfected!

Thanks!

The last month has been crazy, so I’m only now getting around to posting my metallic bags (and two metallic SLGs).

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Back row, left to right: Chanel Mini Flap Bag XS 22C with LGHW (also shown during pink/purple week), Valentino Small Rockstud Crossbody in Gold with GHW, Ela Silver Mini Milck Clutch with SHW

Front row, left to right: Dior Diorama Croisiere Chain Wallet in Gold with GHW, Louis Vuitton Key Pouch in Navy Nacre with SHW, Coach Metallic Pink Small Wristlet

On the search for shoes to wear to an upcoming wedding… I went to several stores looking for gold, stacked heel sandals and struck out. I found several pairs of gold sandals I liked, but they were all espadrilles, which is too casual for what I need. I ended up finding a pair of black Valentino sandals that will go with both my black dresses and my navy and gold dresses, so I ended up getting them instead. Here they are, pictured with my gold Dior clutch; I’ll plan to wear this combo with a black sleeveless dress. I found out yesterday when I looked at my niece‘s wedding website that it’s formal attire. I miss the days when this information was included on the paper invitation, since that caught me off guard!

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You have gorgeous metallics and you chose the shoes so well. They look comfortable but really sassy!

He came in a cute box . The bears are numbered up to 350. They got me a different one from the back but I preferred the smile and the scraggly fur on this one. I added my Woc too.

Both stunning! Is it a Darley WOC? Love it and the teddy is so cute.

Me too! I the other he brought forward was nicer fur wise but I just liked this little guys smile. When I was a kid a toy designer/ illustrator took me under his wing and brought me to meet many artisans that designed dolls and bears. He always told me to take a few and look the faces before I picked one and I always do. I am glad you do the same.

You chose well. I used to love these kind of old fashioned teddies and collected then. Their faces can be very expressive! Unfortunately, my ex used to buy me teddies sometimes and there were connotations as to where, when and why that are less than positive. I couldn’t look at them with the innocence they deserved so I gave them all away just after DD1 was born. I wanted her to have things that were pure. I’m happier collecting bags now. But your little Mulberry bear would have really tempted me.

 

[dcooney4]

From your posts I can imagine you look great in capris. Was unseasonably warm here today so loads of people were in their costal grandma outfits when I walked into town. Mostly they were under 30!
I’d not thought of this but I’m now inspired to look for at colour blocked summery tops. Thanks!

It’s stunning! Congratulations.

You look amazing! I love that first dress and the last two looks especially. Great to get advice from SAs. I just ask a DD or a friend.

It’s lovely too. Congratulations!

I love the colour and the materials. The edge works with the vibe.

Thanks!

You have gorgeous metallics and you chose the shoes so well. They look comfortable but really sassy!

Both stunning! Is it a Darley WOC? Love it and the teddy is so cute.

You chose well. I used to love these kind of old fashioned teddies and collected then. Their faces can be very expressive! Unfortunately, my ex used to buy me teddies sometimes and there were connotations as to where, when and why that are less than positive. I couldn’t look at them with the innocence they deserved so I gave them all away just after DD1 was born. I wanted her to have things that were pure. I’m happier collecting bags now. But your little Mulberry bear would have really tempted me.

Thank you! It says B W Clutch Classic Grain on the tag. Does that mean Bayswater? As far your issue , I feel the same about red roses .

 

[Katinahat]

Thank you! It says B W Clutch Classic Grain on the tag. Does that mean Bayswater?

Yes, I expect it does. It looks like an original postman’s lock with the tree on it now I look closely rather than the slightly adapted Darley postman’s lock. The Bayswater is superior in my book! Congratulations.

 

[dcooney4]

Yes, I expect it does. It looks like an original postman’s lock with the tree on it now I look closely rather than the slightly adapted Darley postman’s lock. The Bayswater is superior in my book! Congratulations.

Yay! It still has the sticker on the metal. I love the smooth burgundy interior.

 

[SakuraSakura]

Thanks. Most days I am back to normal. Some days I still need a nap. The night sweats and hot flashes? They stink, but should get better/go away since I kept my ovaries. Though I am experiencing a lot of stress right now, which affects hormones. My mom’s brain tumor began progressing again after two years of being stable and she has noticeably deteriorated over the last month. I was told on Wednesday that she is dying.

Your family is in my thoughts, Bowie! This community has got you!! I'm so sorry.