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.

 

[Cordeliere]

I’m same as you! I have some bags that might be sitting on shelf most of the time and just be used for a special occasion, or depending on season or the outfit. My most used bags starting from Jan 2022 for sure have been Lanvin hobo bag, Celine belt bag , Chloe C bag in small size, Celine folded cabas in small and Valextra Iside. For some reason I’m not using shopping tote as much as I used to, and prefer structured bags that can be worn either on crook of my arm or crossbody, or in general small bags that fit all my essentials.

When traveling, both LANVIN hobo bag and Celine belt bag are the winners for me, one is a small bag that can be worn also as an evening bag, while Celine fits a ton, without being too large, and also is secure.

I confess. I have a major bag crush on your Valextra Iside.

 

[lill_canele]

I am curious what is your most used bag or are they equally rotated?

I generally rotate most of my bags equally (I usually carry only a small wallet or card holder, keys, phone, and lipbalm). My denim YSL bag gets used more during the summer, but fortunately summer lasts a long time in California.

 

[BowieFan1971]

+1

Ok, enablers! I have several black summer dresses I can wear these shoes with. I could and would also wear colored shoes and/or accessories with them, since I am not a monochromatic black outfit girl. I was thinking of getting a small shoulder tote style The Sak crochet bag for warmer weather, especially since black leather feels heavy looking to me in summer. Do I get a black one? Or a pink one? Or get one of each? I also have a bag like this, black Gucci mono canvas, I can wear.

 

[BowieFan1971]

Bought a pink bag…crochet Speedy 25. $19 all in

 

[BowieFan1971]

And this one for $10 all in…a black crochet version of my Coach Bay tote.

 

[Paris Girl]

My bags are not equally rotated. I’m very similar to @DME and it’s my work tote that’s currently getting used most. I also spend too much time there! I have other work bags but this is the lightest so easiest to carry when walking with resorting to a backpack which I did for most of 2021.
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My other most used bag is currently my KS nylon satchel because it dog walks in all weather. Just realised that sounds like the bag walks the dog - if only! Accessories here are dog treats and ball.
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And finally trying hard in third place is my Alexa Icon. This is my go to weekend bag but I also carry it to work on days when I need a bit less with me.
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These bags all score in the high 20s for carries. My other bags carries are in the low teens or less. I’d like to go out more socially and casually bringing more joy into my life but time, opportunity and money cause restriction - mostly time and opportunity!

My Mulberry kindred spirit!

 

[Paris Girl]

Love your happy bags and delighted you are reaching for them.

I can’t advise on tummy control swimsuits as they bring images of horror for me! Getting into them (and out again) is a nightmare. They are not made for the pear shaped ladies. The tummy control is way too tight to get on over ample thighs leading too contortist movements. And should a bathroom visit be needed mid sunbathing after getting the costume wet in the pool! Impossible!

If I don’t dare to bare in a bikini (think ample coverage not teenie weenie), I reach for a longline Tankini with high waisted briefs, buying the top half at least one size smaller than the bottoms if not two!

Omg! I laughed at your contortionist comment! We rent a villa in St Croix with our own pool and I found that living in a swimsuit, especially when wet, is easier if I wear a tankini. My first clue that a Miraclesuit (tummy control) one piece, while slimming and flattering on me, was not a good option was taking a bio break. Trying to put that wet, tight thing on again was challenging to say the least. I opted for bottom piece that is Miraclesuit brand in black that is easier to get on and off. Then I pair it with different tankini tops. All I wear down there is a swimming suit so it’s much more practical.

 

[SakuraSakura]

I'm having a rough mental health day. I've been so anxious to the point of it being unmanagable... The bus was very late and I mistakenly deleted a segment of my notes. I hope your days have been better. Here's my beautiful Louis Vuitton Alma BB

 

[Katinahat]

Last year it was this tote. Since I didn’t go many places except to watercolor class. This year they are fairly evenly rotated so far.

Totes are popular in this response!

My most used bag is the mustard patent New Lock. She has become my absolutely carefree every day bag and makes me happy every time I reach for her.

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My bags are certainly not equally rotated... from time to time another Dior or more frequently some vintage bag go out with me. Last week I needed to make a good impression at an appointment, so dressed up decently and actually wore my red Delidior for the first time.

Beautiful. I can see why you love this.

Talk me off the ledge, y’all!!!!

Did some retail therapy and got these for a steal. I saw the solid black but chose these because they are a little less basic/serious/businessy and have more personality. Now I have started looking at pink bags to wear with them for the summer. But 3 times now I have bought and sold pink bags because I never wore them and the color is not “me.”

Tell me I do not need a pink bag! Even a cheap one!View attachment 5400052

Beautiful! Everyone needs pink bag. I have 5!

Happy Taupe Tuesday!
Top to bottom, left to right:
Coach Charlie Bucket in taupe, MJ Maverick in iced coffee, MJ mini tote in twine
MJ small tote in cement, MCM Boston in urban taupe, Fendi Sunshine shopper in grey

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Happy taupe Tuesday too! Lovely bags!

Before the pandemic, DH and I went out 3-4 times a week so I had plenty of opportunities to build an outfit around one of my Hermes vintage lady bags. Now I have no desire to go out. My inner home body has taken over my life. Now I think about going to a performance of something, and my reaction is it is too much work. I think I have the same diminished energy issues that others have talked about. About the only places I am willing to go is to a movie or one of my few favorite restaurants just to get a favorite dish. I would prefer to order delivery or stream the movie. I imagine my bags are sulking. Planning to moisturize them just so they know they are still loved.

I get this! I have definitely got energy issues too and general low mood following my severe PTSD episode which means I don’t always enjoy things as much as I think I will. Perhaps we all have low mood after Covid as a collective trauma? Avoidance and Detatchment can be stress response.

Bought a pink bag…crochet Speedy 25. $19 all in View attachment 5400268

You see! Everyone needs a pink bag and this was a bargain.

And this one for $10 all in…a black crochet version of my Coach Bay tote.
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And black!

Omg! I laughed at your contortionist comment! We rent a villa in St Croix with our own pool and I found that living in a swimsuit, especially when wet, is easier if I wear a tankini. My first clue that a Miraclesuit (tummy control) one piece, while slimming and flattering on me, was not a good option was taking a bio break. Trying to put that wet, tight thing on again was challenging to say the least. I opted for bottom piece that is Miraclesuit brand in black that is easier to get on and off. Then I pair it with different tankini tops. All I wear down there is a swimming suit so it’s much more practical.

I didn’t know Miraclesuit did bottoms! I must see if anywhere in the UK sells them.

 

[cowgirlsboots]

Talk me off the ledge, y’all!!!!

Did some retail therapy and got these for a steal. I saw the solid black but chose these because they are a little less basic/serious/businessy and have more personality. Now I have started looking at pink bags to wear with them for the summer. But 3 times now I have bought and sold pink bags because I never wore them and the color is not “me.”

Tell me I do not need a pink bag! Even a cheap one!View attachment 5400052

Do not buy a pink bag! If you already bought and sold on 3 pink bags without using them you do not love this colour and they are not for you!
Ilove your new shoes!

 

[Katinahat]

I'm having a rough mental health day. I've been so anxious to the point of it being unmanagable... The bus was very late and I mistakenly deleted a segment of my notes. I hope your days have been better. Here's my beautiful Louis Vuitton Alma BB

Sorry to hear that! I was like that yesterday. Had to keep checking myself at work to stop tears brimming up.

I’m glad you can appreciate your beautiful bag still. I hope you have some good strategies to use and support for when you feel anxious. Grounding techniques are great for anxiety attacks.

 

[cowgirlsboots]

Ok, enablers! I have several black summer dresses I can wear these shoes with. I could and would also wear colored shoes and/or accessories with them, since I am not a monochromatic black outfit girl. I was thinking of getting a small shoulder tote style The Sak crochet bag for warmer weather, especially since black leather feels heavy looking to me in summer. Do I get a black one? Or a pink one? Or get one of each? I also have a bag like this, black Gucci mono canvas, I can wearView attachment 5400224.

I love the Gucci! It would go very well with the new shoes.

 

[cowgirlsboots]

I'm having a rough mental health day. I've been so anxious to the point of it being unmanagable... The bus was very late and I mistakenly deleted a segment of my notes. I hope your days have been better. Here's my beautiful Louis Vuitton Alma BB

Sending you a huge hug! Tomorrow will be another day!

 

[lukelook]

My grey bags,
2017

• Longchamp Gun Metal Le Pliage Large Shoulder Tote
• Chanel 14P Silver Metallic Reissue Camera Case
• Hermes Etoupe Evelyne III PM (29)

2022

• Hermes Etain Evergrain Massai Cut 40
• Hermes Etain Bolide 31 Taurillon Clemence GHW
• Hermes Etoupe Evelyne III PM (29) Clemence PHW
• Longchamp Gun Metal Le Pliage Large Shoulder Tote
• Chanel 14P Silver Metallic Reissue Camera Case

Hi there, I love your Chanel camera bag. Is that medium or small? I just purchased a preowned medium. Can you wear your crossbody? Mine can be worn crossbody, but it's above my waist, which doesn't look good. And I am 4" 11 in height. The chain strap is too short for a crossbody. I wondered if I could have lengthened the chain strap at any Chanel boutique store or gone to a leather surgeon. Any advice. Thank you

 

[Paris Girl]

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Totes are popular in this response!

Beautiful. I can see why you love this.

Beautiful! Everyone needs pink bag. I have 5!

Happy taupe Tuesday too! Lovely bags!

I get this! I have definitely got energy issues too and general low mood following my severe PTSD episode which means I don’t always enjoy things as much as I think I will. Perhaps we all have low mood after Covid as a collective trauma? Avoidance and Detatchment can be stress response.

You see! Everyone needs a pink bag and this was a bargain.

And black!

I didn’t know Miraclesuit did bottoms! I must see if anywhere in the UK sells them.

I have these. Got mine on sale with department store but they are worth it. You can change out the top and look like it’s another whole swimsuit. Comfortable and slimming. For me anyway. Good luck!

https://www.amazon.com/Miraclesuit-Swimwear-Slimming-Control-Bathing/dp/B092JPP7ZX/ref=sr_1_57?keywords=Miraclesuit&qid=1652218191&refinements=p_n_size_browse-vebin%3A2343349011&rnid=2343347011&s=apparel&sr=1-57