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.

 

[whateve]

So… I bought a bag yesterday! I wasn’t planning on it and I usually don’t fare well with outlets, but our Nordstrom Rack had this Loewe Small Basket Bag on clearance and, with their Clear the Rack promotion, I received an extra 25% off the already low clearance price. Hard to pass it up! It came to $87.72 before tax; Google tells me $490 is the retail price. I have been wanting a raffia bag, so I was pleased to find this. I also got a pair of Tom Ford sunglasses (and another pair in a different style is on the way to me from the Rack website). Not so great at shopping my closet this weekend, but I’m happy with my finds.

Anyone else scoop up some deals this weekend? With the Memorial Day holiday in the U.S., it’s often a good time to find bargains.

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What a bargain! Congratulations! The bag is adorable! I like the glasses too.

 

[dcooney4]

What a bargain! Congratulations! The bag is adorable! I like the glasses too.

Agreed! I went right online to see if they had it there.lol

 

[BowieFan1971]

So… I bought a bag yesterday! I wasn’t planning on it and I usually don’t fare well with outlets, but our Nordstrom Rack had this Loewe Small Basket Bag on clearance and, with their Clear the Rack promotion, I received an extra 25% off the already low clearance price. Hard to pass it up! It came to $87.72 before tax; Google tells me $490 is the retail price. I have been wanting a raffia bag, so I was pleased to find this. I also got a pair of Tom Ford sunglasses (and another pair in a different style is on the way to me from the Rack website). Not so great at shopping my closet this weekend, but I’m happy with my finds.

Anyone else scoop up some deals this weekend? With the Memorial Day holiday in the U.S., it’s often a good time to find bargains.

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$87.72?!? That’s a steal!!!!!! Love it!

 

[BowieFan1971]

Behno's mini-Ina bag in mango. Bright, fun summer bag. (Credit/blame to @BowieFan1971 and her fabulous orange Hermes bag).

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Love the color!!!! The perfect orange

 

[JenJBS]

Love the color!!!! The perfect orange

Thank you! You're lovely Hermes convinced me to give orange a real chance.

 

[Jereni]

So… I bought a bag yesterday! I wasn’t planning on it and I usually don’t fare well with outlets, but our Nordstrom Rack had this Loewe Small Basket Bag on clearance and, with their Clear the Rack promotion, I received an extra 25% off the already low clearance price. Hard to pass it up! It came to $87.72 before tax; Google tells me $490 is the retail price. I have been wanting a raffia bag, so I was pleased to find this. I also got a pair of Tom Ford sunglasses (and another pair in a different style is on the way to me from the Rack website). Not so great at shopping my closet this weekend, but I’m happy with my finds.

Anyone else scoop up some deals this weekend? With the Memorial Day holiday in the U.S., it’s often a good time to find bargains.

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What a gorgeous bag and a great steal!!! I’ve been wanting a raffia bag for forever so I can appreciate the great score here! Wear it in health!

 

[dcooney4]

Thank you! You're lovely Hermes convinced me to give orange a real chance.

It is such a beautiful bag.

 

[JenJBS]

It is such a beautiful bag.

Thank you!

 

[Bag peace]

So… I bought a bag yesterday!

Gorgeous! And the sunnies! And at such a bargain! You're on a roll!

Behno's mini-Ina bag in mango.

Such a great colour!

 

[msd_bags]

Don't buy it unless you really love it. If you are torn, you probably don't love it.

So...I have thoughts!
You (understandably) fell out of love with bags during the pandemic. If this bag is something that will spark love again and help rekindle your passion for your beauties, then it's worth seriously considering.
Is this one you envisaged owning at some point? You have a gorgeous array of bags but nothing like this one in style (sorry I only remember your Coach Mercer, your Mulberry, your Panda...nothing quite like an Evelyne). Does it fit your overall style? Does it fill a gap? Will you be excited as you wait for it to arrive? Will it help you start enjoying your collection as you did pre-covid?
If not, then don't get pressured into buying it. It will only become an instant regret.
I have turned down numerous offers from friends over the years and am always glad I did- even with premiere bags that I would never afford otherwise- because I knew in my gut those bags weren't right for me.
So, check in with yourself and see if this is right for your collection, your lifestyle, and your mood where you are at in your life right now, then do what you feel is best.
If it will put a smile on your face, then definitely go for it! We need all the joy we can get in life!

@msd_bags , I have very little to add to @Cordeliere ’s post above, and if I am stating the obvious, my apologies in advance. It does sound like you are hesitating, so I would recommend a pass.

if it’s an adjustable strap, it’s probably an EIII. Neutrals like etoupe or etain go for more money. Brights not so much. See this example (while not in as good condition, it should give you a sense of a lower price range) https://www.fashionphile.com/p/hermes-taurillon-clemence-evelyne-iii-pm-bougainvillea-100962. If the strap is non adjustable, EII, which should go for less. I bought similar condition EIII in sauge (a pale green neutral) in 2020 or 2021 from Fashionphile for 2250 or 2500, I think. I’m not familiar with the edition with this type of strap, but I think a patterned strap may be less versatile. (Again JMO thoough). You can also check the strap edges for signs of pilling or wear

like @Cordeliere, I prefer not to buy from friends bc it’s difficult to determine fair price and whether I will use it. @papertiger lives in her Evelyn. Ive owned many over the years and finally determined, except for a TPM, I’m not an evelyn person. Like @jblended ’s observation directly above, I’m more a structured bag person, and without pouch organization (which fall to the bottom) the Evelyn doesn’t do much for me. On the plus side, clemence leather is Hardy and can go through a typhoon. From the pic, and from my experience with clemence evelyns (I’ve bought them for my mom, aunts, MIL, and myself, I believe this has been worn perhaps a bit more, (I am basing this on the buckling and curling of the outside pocket and the edges, which could also be a result of storage) and thbut looks to be in good condition.

note: this bag is heavily and easily replicated, just FYI. It may also be available new at H Greenbelt. (Years ago when H opened there, my cousin said they were very uptight, but post Covid, IDK. certainly if they have any others, it cannot hurt to try them on.

make sure it is a PM. The GM currently is further discounted.

also. The EPM looks best and is usually shown empty and draped around the body. People who love Evelyn’s don’t mind how they look with Items inside, but its Something to consider

JMO and YMMV

Agree. Based on buckling I was questioning the reports of use.

I just knew you could weigh in on price with meaningful information.

Thanks ladies for your insightful comments. Well, admittedly, I hesitate. Firstly because of the price. Buying an H, even an entry level bag, was never in my plans. Like I would never pursue one (I think). But this one was offered to me. I will not need to go through the trouble of authentication and all because I trust the person. And there is the thrill of owning an H, if I'm honest about it. I will be able to afford it, but I will have to put a halt on other (needless) spending. But I do have a trip coming up also, and I will need to have pocket money, aside from paying for the trip itself!

I like the color of this bag. She also offered a navy, but I prefer the red. A Lindy would have been a more versatile model for my lifestyle. But it is also even more expensive, and my friend does not have it. So I'm torn in paying for a bag that, while I like a lot, is a bit outside of my comfort zone price wise, because it is also a casual bag. As to prior use/condition of the bag, I think she's just not that particular about storage. So it's more of a storage issue than a usage thing.

It's funny (providential??) that before I read your comments upon waking up, I was already thinking of telling her that I will get it. Then I read your posts. So I'm back to thinking about this. But I super duper appreciate your comments ladies!!! Thanks so much! @880 I have not been to H in Greenbelt! But for sure prices here are much higher, because of our tax rate.

 

[msd_bags]

So… I bought a bag yesterday! I wasn’t planning on it and I usually don’t fare well with outlets, but our Nordstrom Rack had this Loewe Small Basket Bag on clearance and, with their Clear the Rack promotion, I received an extra 25% off the already low clearance price. Hard to pass it up! It came to $87.72 before tax; Google tells me $490 is the retail price. I have been wanting a raffia bag, so I was pleased to find this. I also got a pair of Tom Ford sunglasses (and another pair in a different style is on the way to me from the Rack website). Not so great at shopping my closet this weekend, but I’m happy with my finds.

Anyone else scoop up some deals this weekend? With the Memorial Day holiday in the U.S., it’s often a good time to find bargains.

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Wow!!! What great finds! I especially love the Loewe bag!

 

[msd_bags]

Behno's mini-Ina bag in mango. Bright, fun summer bag. (Credit/blame to @BowieFan1971 and her fabulous orange Hermes bag).

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Cutie!!! I love seeing orange bags. But I couldn't make the color (as a bag) work for me. When I had an orange bag, I would reach for other bags even if the orange will go very well with my outfit. So I just accepted that I will admire orange bags from afar.

 

[BowieFan1971]

Thanks ladies for your insightful comments. Well, admittedly, I hesitate. Firstly because of the price. Buying an H, even an entry level bag, was never in my plans. Like I would never pursue one (I think). But this one was offered to me. I will not need to go through the trouble of authentication and all because I trust the person. And there is the thrill of owning an H, if I'm honest about it. I will be able to afford it, but I will have to put a halt on other (needless) spending. But I do have a trip coming up also, and I will need to have pocket money, aside from paying for the trip itself!

I like the color of this bag. She also offered a navy, but I prefer the red. A Lindy would have been a more versatile model for my lifestyle. But it is also even more expensive, and my friend does not have it. So I'm torn in paying for a bag that, while I like a lot, is a bit outside of my comfort zone price wise, because it is also a casual bag. As to prior use/condition of the bag, I think she's just not that particular about storage. So it's more of a storage issue than a usage thing.

It's funny (providential??) that before I read your comments upon waking up, I was already thinking of telling her that I will get it. Then I read your posts. So I'm back to thinking about this. But I super duper appreciate your comments ladies!!! Thanks so much! @880 I have not been to H in Greenbelt! But for sure prices here are much higher, because of our tax rate.

Unless your friend has a need to get rid of the bag now, maybe you could get a similar size/shape bag cheap from Poshmark/eBay/Amazon/Mercari and see if you like/use it. Then you know whether it not it is a good fit for you and if you decide it is, can be excited about your first H bag without hesitation.

 

[Cordeliere]

Unless your friend has a need to get rid of the bag now, maybe you could get a similar size/shape bag cheap from Poshmark/eBay/Amazon/Mercari and see if you like/use it. Then you know whether it not it is a good fit for you and if you decide it is, can be excited about your first H bag without hesitation.

Agreed. @msd_bags I am a little concerned that you are buying this bag because it is there and it is easy, rather than it is the right bag for you. You seem intoxicated by the idea of getting into Hermes easily, rather than being intoxicated by this particular bag. Evelyne's are not hard to get. You don't even really know if it is the bag you would prefer. You might be better off waiting and saving a little more to get a Lindy. Clemence leather is known for being heavy. Have you assured yourself that this bag is going to feel good for more than the first five minutes you are carrying it?

Maybe if you do a little more research, you will find out that this indeed is the perfect bag for you and you will love it more when you buy it. Your friend can hold on to it for a little while to give you some time to decide. Even if she lists, it will probably take some time to sell.

You are missing the Hermes experience of agonizing over which bag is right for you and then figuring out how to get it. That is a joke but it is also true. Most people give the choice of a Hermes bag a great deal of thought because they cost so much, and it is really painful to have paid that much money and then not love it. Then re-selling it is really painful. Please forgive me for being so blunt, but this feels like an impulsive, not-well-thought-out decision. I would suggest you slow down. I really don't wish to be mean in saying this. Just telling you to be sure.

Of course, the decision is totally yours, and if you really want to go for it, then do so. Only you know your gut, and your gut is the only thing you have to answer to. I have had times that I wish I had jumped on a bag, because the very first one I saw of that model was the best one to ever come along. If you take my advice to slow down, you might regret it.

 

[baghabitz34]

So… I bought a bag yesterday! I wasn’t planning on it and I usually don’t fare well with outlets, but our Nordstrom Rack had this Loewe Small Basket Bag on clearance and, with their Clear the Rack promotion, I received an extra 25% off the already low clearance price. Hard to pass it up! It came to $87.72 before tax; Google tells me $490 is the retail price. I have been wanting a raffia bag, so I was pleased to find this. I also got a pair of Tom Ford sunglasses (and another pair in a different style is on the way to me from the Rack website). Not so great at shopping my closet this weekend, but I’m happy with my finds.

Anyone else scoop up some deals this weekend? With the Memorial Day holiday in the U.S., it’s often a good time to find bargains.

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Congrats on both the great find & the great bargain!