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.

 

[cowgirlsboots]

yes! So lovely! thank you so sharing these fabulous pics



dinner
or even daytime, possibkt clinched at the waist; with raw edged light wash denim jeans and birkenstocks

You are a true stylist! One day I will wear it. Normally I would just use it as a day dress in warmer weather, but I´m frightened to ruin it... the huge sleeves, the feathers I´m technically allergic to... and I don´t think it can be washed. It does fit me like a treat though! It´s a custom made piece, fitted to somebody else´s body that must have been exactly like mine!

 

[whateve]

Yes, I'm joking! I'm sorry, it's hard to measure tone from text! There's no need to apologize but I appreciate it nonetheless.

I have a decision to make. I have so many signature + monogram + logo pieces in my collection that it's beginning to feel a little unnecessary. I recently got a Coach Studio 19 in the mail but it's making me think that there's repeats in my collection. What do you guys think? I do like having a signature crossbody so it's between the Coach and Fendi. When I normally wear a crossbody it's because I'm working.

Pros of Coach: The strap is adjustable. It has several interior pockets which helps me organize my belongings better. I like how structured it is. I feel more comfortable wearing my Coach bag on the bus.
Pros + Cons of Fendi: I like the opening; however, the interior is incredibly dark. The strap isn't adjustable which limits how I wear it. I really do think it's nice and I like zucca print.

It sounds like you like the Coach better. I had a couple vintage Fendis similar to this and never wore them. Don't these have problems with the insides peeling?

 

[whateve]

I forgot to add photos last night of my top 6 bags, here they are:

1. Balenciaga City in black
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2. The Row Duplex in black
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3. Frrry Happy Bags (I have two, can't choose which one I like better)
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4. Balenciaga Mute City in vert veronese
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5. Balenciaga Small City in bleu nuit
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Honorable mention: Fendi Anna Selleria in asphalt
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Pretty sure I'm at least a size 4 for swim tops. While I've been hunting down swimwear, some friends saw that I was trying to figure out my sizing, and let me try on their swimsuits to get an idea. A 6 is too big in the top area, nobody is a 2 or 4, so I assumed I'm a 4 for tops. I just purchased a La Blanca swimsuit in both 4 and 6, depending on which size works better, I'll grab another style in that size too. Might also throw in a two-piece (tankini and bottom) due to the bio issue I didn't think about with one-piece before.

Interested in hearing some recommendations as well as I'll be going to London in the fall. Have fun on your trip! Is this your first time to London?

Funny enough that the reason why I love Balenciaga is because they have so many slouchy bags This looks like something Grace Kelly would wear in her movies.

Supportive friends are some of life's greatest gifts I hope you'll navigate through it smoothly, we're all here for you

I think La Bianca may run big. I ordered a one piece last year and it was several inches too long. I didn't try again.

 

[cowgirlsboots]

..sorry, only raced through the last 4 pages... bedtime is overdue... good night to all of you!

 

[dcooney4]

You are a true stylist! One day I will wear it. Normally I would just use it as a day dress in warmer weather, but I´m frightened to ruin it... the huge sleeves, the feathers I´m technically allergic to... and I don´t think it can be washed. It does fit me like a treat though! It´s a custom made piece, fitted to somebody else´s body that must have been exactly like mine!

It is so lovely, I would create an occasion to wear it.

 

[ElainePG]

Yes, I'm joking! I'm sorry, it's hard to measure tone from text! There's no need to apologize but I appreciate it nonetheless.

I have a decision to make. I have so many signature + monogram + logo pieces in my collection that it's beginning to feel a little unnecessary. I recently got a Coach Studio 19 in the mail but it's making me think that there's repeats in my collection. What do you guys think? I do like having a signature crossbody so it's between the Coach and Fendi. When I normally wear a crossbody it's because I'm working.

Pros of Coach: The strap is adjustable. It has several interior pockets which helps me organize my belongings better. I like how structured it is. I feel more comfortable wearing my Coach bag on the bus.
Pros + Cons of Fendi: I like the opening; however, the interior is incredibly dark. The strap isn't adjustable which limits how I wear it. I really do think it's nice and I like zucca print.

That's a difficult decision! They're both classy bags. However, I like the idea of the adjustable strap and interior pockets on the Coachbag. Especially since you're mostly carrying it on the bus. Also the dark interior of the Fendi would be difficult, unless your SLGs were bright.

So even though the zucca print on the Fendi is pretty, I vote for the Coach!

 

[DME]

Can you all repeat the best places to visit in London? My dd and I are planning a girl's trip. I have to renew my passport so it won't be for a while ,but I want to start gathering info. It will be a short trip only about five days. Maybe one tour, but we like to wander about at our own speed and we both enjoy shopping.

I don’t think I put in my two cents before, but I love London and here are some of my favorite sites:
- Tower of London
- Natural History Museum
- London Zoo
- Churchill War Rooms
- British Museum

For shopping: Selfridges, Harrod’s, Harvey Nichols, and Bond and Regent Streets. The Mayfair area has some lovely shops, too.

We ate at a one Michelin star Indian restaurant last time called Benares in Mayfair and it was fabulous!

We flew Virgin Atlantic and the crew couldn’t have been nicer. Here’s a photo of our stuffed animals in the cockpit, which I thought was hilarious! One of the flight attendants asked to borrow them and my phone; the photos were great. And, yes, that is the same bear from my avatar on the right. Before I added an LV bow. His name is Bear. Very original, I know. I refer to him as my emotional support stuffed animal, as I hate flying. The other two are Lambie and Marilyn, the latter named after the sloth at the zoo.

 

[SakuraSakura]

It sounds like you like the Coach better. I had a couple vintage Fendis similar to this and never wore them. Don't these have problems with the insides peeling?

I know vintage Gucci purses have this problem but I don't think this purse would have that same issue as it is a smooth leather.

 

[More bags]

Perfect 5, total respect

Thank you so much papertiger!

Such elegant favorites!

Thank you dcooney4!

Wow! Gorgeous!

Thanks BowieFan!

I love all your quilted bags.

Thank you Katinahat!

 

[More bags]

I’m finally home and can take pics of my beauties

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Gorgeous bags!

 

[More bags]

I forgot to add photos last night of my top 6 bags, here they are:

1. Balenciaga City in black
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2. The Row Duplex in black
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3. Frrry Happy Bags (I have two, can't choose which one I like better)
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4. Balenciaga Mute City in vert veronese
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5. Balenciaga Small City in bleu nuit
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Honorable mention: Fendi Anna Selleria in asphalt
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Pretty sure I'm at least a size 4 for swim tops. While I've been hunting down swimwear, some friends saw that I was trying to figure out my sizing, and let me try on their swimsuits to get an idea. A 6 is too big in the top area, nobody is a 2 or 4, so I assumed I'm a 4 for tops. I just purchased a La Blanca swimsuit in both 4 and 6, depending on which size works better, I'll grab another style in that size too. Might also throw in a two-piece (tankini and bottom) due to the bio issue I didn't think about with one-piece before.

Interested in hearing some recommendations as well as I'll be going to London in the fall. Have fun on your trip! Is this your first time to London?

Funny enough that the reason why I love Balenciaga is because they have so many slouchy bags This looks like something Grace Kelly would wear in her movies.

Supportive friends are some of life's greatest gifts I hope you'll navigate through it smoothly, we're all here for you

Beautiful bags - I especially like your Fendi Anna Selleria in asphalt!

 

[More bags]

I don’t think I put in my two cents before, but I love London and here are some of my favorite sites:
- Tower of London
- Natural History Museum
- London Zoo
- Churchill War Rooms
- British Museum

For shopping: Selfridges, Harrod’s, Harvey Nichols, and Bond and Regent Streets. The Mayfair area has some lovely shops, too.

We ate at a one Michelin star Indian restaurant last time called Benares in Mayfair and it was fabulous!

We flew Virgin Atlantic and the crew couldn’t have been nicer. Here’s a photo of our stuffed animals in the cockpit, which I thought was hilarious! One of the flight attendants asked to borrow them and my phone; the photos were great. And, yes, that is the same bear from my avatar on the right. Before I added an LV bow. His name is Bear. Very original, I know. I refer to him as my emotional support stuffed animal, as I hate flying. The other two are Lambie and Marilyn, the latter named after the sloth at the zoo.

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Such a cute picture!

 

[papertiger]

Can you all repeat the best places to visit in London? My dd and I are planning a girl's trip. I have to renew my passport so it won't be for a while ,but I want to start gathering info. It will be a short trip only about five days. Maybe one tour, but we like to wander about at our own speed and we both enjoy shopping.

If you like swanky but unusual places that are an experience, you could go to the Mandrake Hotel, there's lots of eating options but YOPO is their main restaurant, they also have a Sunday brunch outside in the Summer, it's £65 but you won't be able to eat again all day.

5 Star Boutique Hotel | Central London | The Mandrake

Stay in London’s finest boutique hotel, The Mandrake offers opulent rooms with exclusive art displays. Book direct for the best rate.

www.themandrake.com

 

[dcooney4]

I don’t think I put in my two cents before, but I love London and here are some of my favorite sites:
- Tower of London
- Natural History Museum
- London Zoo
- Churchill War Rooms
- British Museum

For shopping: Selfridges, Harrod’s, Harvey Nichols, and Bond and Regent Streets. The Mayfair area has some lovely shops, too.

We ate at a one Michelin star Indian restaurant last time called Benares in Mayfair and it was fabulous!

We flew Virgin Atlantic and the crew couldn’t have been nicer. Here’s a photo of our stuffed animals in the cockpit, which I thought was hilarious! One of the flight attendants asked to borrow them and my phone; the photos were great. And, yes, that is the same bear from my avatar on the right. Before I added an LV bow. His name is Bear. Very original, I know. I refer to him as my emotional support stuffed animal, as I hate flying. The other two are Lambie and Marilyn, the latter named after the sloth at the zoo.

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Thank you ! For the info. It might be a while, possibly fall before we can go. I hate flying too.

 

[dcooney4]

If you like swanky but unusual places that are an experience, you could go to the Mandrake Hotel, there's lots of eating options but YOPO is their main restaurant, they also have a Sunday brunch outside in the Summer, it's £65 but you won't be able to eat again all day.

5 Star Boutique Hotel | Central London | The Mandrake

Stay in London’s finest boutique hotel, The Mandrake offers opulent rooms with exclusive art displays. Book direct for the best rate.

www.themandrake.com

Thank You!