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]

Haha, sorry, I´m silly (No offense!!!!!), but this made me think of one of my food rules: everything is edible when covered in ketchup or chocolate sauce.... DH and I have different likes in the food sector and I (having to cater for the alpha male) often end up eating things like "Bratwurst" totally smothered in ketchup and hidden in a bun as not tasting it makes it edible....

I put honey mustard on bratwurst. Honey mustard makes a lot of things taste good.

 

[SakuraSakura]

I put honey mustard on bratwurst. Honey mustard makes a lot of things taste good.

Honey mustard is also best friends with fried chicken.

 

[whateve]

Honey mustard is also best friends with fried chicken.

Yes! I always get honey mustard with chicken nuggets, which I haven't had in ages because we don't eat fast food anymore.

 

[afroken]

Thank you for the congrats! And great memory re. the Sabrina! It's funny you asked actually, because the Sabrina is a bag I've been struggling with. I love the style, but it's not the best for my life at the moment. Essentially, I prefer to use it by the arm hole because I like the extra clearance/capacity it give that way, as opposed to the flaps folded down. However, the arm hole is super inconvenient if I have the baby with me, and while I usually never worry about this kind of thing and would happily wear it in everyday situations, I feel it's a touch too blingy for the office. So sadly, the Sabrina is not getting much use.

I've contemplated selling it, but every time I pull it out, I can't do it because it's so pretty. I really do love the colors. Plus, it was such a thing to get the bag in the first place since there was a whole situation where Marco had accidentally made a Midi instead of a full size and didn't have enough of the Persian Green for a full size. Obviously it all worked out, but it feel like it was such an effort to get the bag in the first place that I feel guilty at the thought of selling it. Also it's such a specific bag with the color block and metallic colors, that I know it's not everyone's cup of tea so I feel like it would be difficult to sell anyway. And again, I just think it's so pretty that I just can't seem to part with it yet. So it's really not getting used, but I'm holding on to it anyway. In the back of my mind, I keep thinking that maybe when I have a new job and I'm past the baby stage, the style might work a little bit better for me.

That Persian green Sabrina is really a one of a kind and I don’t think you’ll ever find another one like it. But if you do decide to sell, I think it might get snatched up so fast on the MM BST - I find that MM ladies really like colorblocking!

At long last I have returned, fully rested and fed! I'd like to start out by saying that I hope everyone had a fabulous weekend with their pretties.

Where do I start? He's... amazing. I was finally able to see him again after two weeks. Unfortunately he had to work a double shift but he dropped me off at home nonetheless. Guys it was so sweet! It's just the little things with him... I was struggling with my seat-belt and he did it for me. He asked me why I didn't dress appropriately for the weather. I said that I wanted to look cute for him. He was really attentive, immediately asking me when I could see him next. I can tell that he's socially awkward but he's making the space in his life for me and that's really what matters. I'm happy that, while things are progressing slowly, I feel reassured and cherished by him.

I feel like I was right to trust him.

As for handbags... I've stuck to my guns. I am tempted by a Disney x Coach crossbody on Poshmark ; however, there are medical bills that need to be paid. I may end up getting it towards the end of the month but we'll see. Bad road conditions have kept me indoors.

I hope this update reaches everybody on bag ban island.

It sounds like a lovely date!

I passed on the LV bag in order to get the navy trench coat. Not sorry at all! I can leave France without regretting not buying the bag, but I knew I would regret not buying the coat. I wore it out of the store and felt SO GOOD walking around in it. So pulled together, long and slim. And it was as comfortable as if it was made for me. I was complimented on it by the SA at H George V, where I did get a scarf, and did not regret not getting an H bag at all. The jacket I wore to the store and twilly from LV were sent to my hotel, along with a thank you card from the SA (who was a very sweet young lady named Julia) and perfume samples for both DH and me. I felt luxe while at the store AND when I got back to our room, where the package was waiting. The whole experience was like a decadent dessert…absolutely perfect but once was enough. Even the SA who helped me with the scarf at H was so much warmer and relaxed than the ones in Atlanta. They gave me perfume too and a cute little postcard of the store tucked into the ribbon on the box. I am done shopping…heaven knows I have spent enough, but I had the experiences I could have hoped for so I don’t need more.

Taking a rest for now, but I will post a pic of me in the coat later. The H scarf is this one…but with a pink sky and blue buildings. I’ll take a pic later. It’s a great Paris scarf, which was exactly what I wanted!View attachment 5299767

Beautiful coat, @BowieFan1971 , I agree with everyone else here that RTW (especially outerwear in my opinion) really elevates any outfit. You’ll enjoy it many years to come, can’t wait to see a photo of you wearing it. I just looked it up on the Canadian site and we only have the beige version. Still beautiful, but yours is on another level.

I find it hard to pass on premier designer vintage deals. My eBay feed is full of bags that are almost perfect for me thst I have resisted. However, it makes me happy not to buy them unless I know they are perfect for me
thrilled to pass on H trim 1; H vintage croc; gucci top handles that aren’t in perfect condition; same for Roberta di Camerino; Cartier belt bags; chanel exotic boy bags.

8 am still kicking myself bc I passed on the perfect, well under retail, H ostrich 30B in the perfect blue gray.
also unhappy I passed on an over retail, but not egregiously priced, barenia toile 30@B, phw.

I am happy I passed on a BV cabat small (still too big and unstructured for me)
I am also happy I passed on a BV knot (too small and too structured for me)
I am so sad I missed the gunmetal BV cervo hobo posted by another member (perhaps @muchstuff ?)

I find it much easier and am happy to pass on full retail price premier luxury bags (hermes, chanel, delvaux, Moynat, dior).
Hermes touch ostrich B30, some other H offers
chanel CF seasonal with camellias printed on it; chanel 19 ( too slouchy and puffy); chanel boy (too boxy)
delvaux (Magritte collection: love it but it’s too big and heavy and the buckle would annoy)
moynat (camo matte alligator rejane, not the right color way and I dislike the rejane)
dior (I’ve passed on many diors in a variety of sizes, styles, skins, fabrics)

I am so sad that 8 didn’t know about the Mary katrantzou collaboration with Bulgari to get one.

A bag that I had sadly passed on is also from @muchstuff , a wonderfully smooshy black tote from The Row.

I’ve happily passed on several bags. One that comes to mind is the LV Pochette Métis in black. At the time I thought it was the perfect crossbody: lots of organization, handle, back pocket - but then I heard about all the glazing issues. For a bag that costs that much, I don’t want to have to worry about things like this. I bought a Coach equivalent in the end and have been very happy (both with the price and quality )

 

[dcooney4]

I find it hard to pass on premier designer vintage deals. My eBay feed is full of bags that are almost perfect for me thst I have resisted. However, it makes me happy not to buy them unless I know they are perfect for me
thrilled to pass on H trim 1; H vintage croc; gucci top handles that aren’t in perfect condition; same for Roberta di Camerino; Cartier belt bags; chanel exotic boy bags.

8 am still kicking myself bc I passed on the perfect, well under retail, H ostrich 30B in the perfect blue gray.
also unhappy I passed on an over retail, but not egregiously priced, barenia toile 30@B, phw.

I am happy I passed on a BV cabat small (still too big and unstructured for me)
I am also happy I passed on a BV knot (too small and too structured for me)
I am so sad I missed the gunmetal BV cervo hobo posted by another member (perhaps @muchstuff ?)

I find it much easier and am happy to pass on full retail price premier luxury bags (hermes, chanel, delvaux, Moynat, dior).
Hermes touch ostrich B30, some other H offers
chanel CF seasonal with camellias printed on it; chanel 19 ( too slouchy and puffy); chanel boy (too boxy)
delvaux (Magritte collection: love it but it’s too big and heavy and the buckle would annoy)
moynat (camo matte alligator rejane, not the right color way and I dislike the rejane)
dior (I’ve passed on many diors in a variety of sizes, styles, skins, fabrics)

I am so sad that 8 didn’t know about the Mary katrantzou collaboration with Bulgari to get one.

I find what I passed on and regretted is a much bigger list, than what I was happy to have passed on.

 

[afroken]

Wear the bag! This was not used at all last year what with Covid and changing to a walking commute.

Mulberry Seaton in the largest size for work today.
View attachment 5299664

I’ve attached my Alexa crossbody strap instead of the slightly shorter shoulder strap for my walking commute home later. I normally carry it by hand, it’s quite heavy but feels elegant. It will be interesting to see how I feel after 5km!

This Mulberry looks amazing on you! I too have a soft spot for Alexa. I only have one right now but I’ve always been loosely searching for another one that makes my heart sing. Possibly a mini one but in a dark green, red, or purple. Your mini Alexa is adorable!

 

[ItsPurseonal]

Per my earlier dilemma, I've created a new thread where we can all share bags we're GLAD we passed on. Would love to hear experiences from you all!

PS - thanks @Sparkletastic @dcooney4 @DME @BowieFan1971 @Jereni @880 for the words of wisdom!

 

[cowgirlsboots]

I passed on the LV bag in order to get the navy trench coat. Not sorry at all! I can leave France without regretting not buying the bag, but I knew I would regret not buying the coat. I wore it out of the store and felt SO GOOD walking around in it. So pulled together, long and slim. And it was as comfortable as if it was made for me. I was complimented on it by the SA at H George V, where I did get a scarf, and did not regret not getting an H bag at all. The jacket I wore to the store and twilly from LV were sent to my hotel, along with a thank you card from the SA (who was a very sweet young lady named Julia) and perfume samples for both DH and me. I felt luxe while at the store AND when I got back to our room, where the package was waiting. The whole experience was like a decadent dessert…absolutely perfect but once was enough. Even the SA who helped me with the scarf at H was so much warmer and relaxed than the ones in Atlanta. They gave me perfume too and a cute little postcard of the store tucked into the ribbon on the box. I am done shopping…heaven knows I have spent enough, but I had the experiences I could have hoped for so I don’t need more.

Taking a rest for now, but I will post a pic of me in the coat later. The H scarf is this one…but with a pink sky and blue buildings. I’ll take a pic later. It’s a great Paris scarf, which was exactly what I wanted!View attachment 5299767

I´m so happy for you!

 

[880]

A bag that I had sadly passed on is also from @muchstuff , a wonderfully smooshy black tote from The Row.

@afroken, I misspoke. I did not get the chance to pass on the cervo hobo bc I did not see it until it was already purchased. But, there is a waiting list should the lucky recipient tire of the bag. Lol

 

[Jereni]

At long last I have returned, fully rested and fed! I'd like to start out by saying that I hope everyone had a fabulous weekend with their pretties.

Where do I start? He's... amazing. I was finally able to see him again after two weeks. Unfortunately he had to work a double shift but he dropped me off at home nonetheless. Guys it was so sweet! It's just the little things with him... I was struggling with my seat-belt and he did it for me. He asked me why I didn't dress appropriately for the weather. I said that I wanted to look cute for him. He was really attentive, immediately asking me when I could see him next. I can tell that he's socially awkward but he's making the space in his life for me and that's really what matters. I'm happy that, while things are progressing slowly, I feel reassured and cherished by him.

I feel like I was right to trust him.

As for handbags... I've stuck to my guns. I am tempted by a Disney x Coach crossbody on Poshmark ; however, there are medical bills that need to be paid. I may end up getting it towards the end of the month but we'll see. Bad road conditions have kept me indoors.

I hope this update reaches everybody on bag ban island.

Yay, glad to hear this update! It sounds like he is very sweet and direct, I.e. when asking about the next time. So good when people don’t play games!

 

[Sparkletastic]

I put honey mustard on bratwurst. Honey mustard makes a lot of things taste good.

I’m not one for most sauces. But, I enjoy a brat at a baseball game or picnic with spicy mustard sans bun.

Per my earlier dilemma, I've created a new thread where we can all share bags we're GLAD we passed on. Would love to hear experiences from you all!

PS - thanks @Sparkletastic @dcooney4 @DME @BowieFan1971 @Jereni @880 for the words of wisdom!

I’ll check out your thread. I know there are bags I have to be glad I passed on but I don’t remember them. I guess that means they really weren’t for me. Lol!

My regret items are in two other categories. Bags I missed (like the recent emerald green Chanel flap) and 2-3 bags I sold. I’d buy one of these bags if I ran across them again. But, fakes are so rampant that I’m REALLY uncomfortable buying resale anymore. That’s sad because I just don’t value most of these new bags at the price they cost.

I think that is the “blessing” of having a developed / curated collection that I’m happy with - I have a steely, more rational, unimpressed eye towards most bags now. Took me over a decade to get here so I’ll enjoy it.

 

[dramaprincess713]

I think that is the “blessing” of having a developed / curated collection that I’m happy with - I have a steely, more rational, unimpressed eye towards most bags now. Took me over a decade to get here so I’ll enjoy it.

I dream of being here one day!

 

[dramaprincess713]

I passed on the LV bag in order to get the navy trench coat. Not sorry at all! I can leave France without regretting not buying the bag, but I knew I would regret not buying the coat. I wore it out of the store and felt SO GOOD walking around in it. So pulled together, long and slim. And it was as comfortable as if it was made for me. I was complimented on it by the SA at H George V, where I did get a scarf, and did not regret not getting an H bag at all. The jacket I wore to the store and twilly from LV were sent to my hotel, along with a thank you card from the SA (who was a very sweet young lady named Julia) and perfume samples for both DH and me. I felt luxe while at the store AND when I got back to our room, where the package was waiting. The whole experience was like a decadent dessert…absolutely perfect but once was enough. Even the SA who helped me with the scarf at H was so much warmer and relaxed than the ones in Atlanta. They gave me perfume too and a cute little postcard of the store tucked into the ribbon on the box. I am done shopping…heaven knows I have spent enough, but I had the experiences I could have hoped for so I don’t need more.

Taking a rest for now, but I will post a pic of me in the coat later. The H scarf is this one…but with a pink sky and blue buildings. I’ll take a pic later. It’s a great Paris scarf, which was exactly what I wanted!View attachment 5299767

Yay, congrats! It all sounds so wonderful. So happy you're having such a great time!

 

[baghabitz34]

Beautiful bag! Not unlike the black top handled bag I carried today. The leather looks gorgeous on your Tabby.

How interesting! I’ve had this issue with two Coach bags. The clip on the optional crossbody strap sometimes just comes undone at one end. Is that the same problem? Well done for finding a solution!

Yes, one of the clips came undone twice. I was too paranoid to carry it after that. Thought I’d give it one more try with a different strap & luckily it worked.

 

[880]

I have a steely, more rational, unimpressed eye towards most bags now. Took me over a decade to get here so I’ll enjoy it

I love that you got to this level! it’s like mindful bag consumption

I posted on @ItsPurseonal ’s thread that it feels amazing to refuse a bag, like saying no thanks to a fabulous dessert.

But, I’m not steely, rational or unimpressed. I practice avoidance (avoid ebay; deadstock; bags in x condition; bags of y price range; duplicate bags; bags of certain styles, materials, age; bags on sale; a bunch of rules around bag or food consumption that get me to no. Most days it’s fine. Occasionally I fall off the wagon.

i do try never to return, so I have to be reasonably positive something will work.

@redney posted a link to an insightful article about returns here

people who abuse liberal return policies

Those are the folks THAT DO it!!! Can't even say how many of my friends who worked retail said that the "Hollywood" crowd was the absolute worst in being cheap and doing sh1t like this .. especially around awards season! UFB .. they can freakin' afford it and they do crap like this .. that is...

forum.purseblog.com

it was this article:

The Nasty Logistics of Returning Your Too-Small Pants

What happens to the stuff you order online after you send it back?

www.theatlantic.com

i feel that reading this will also help me not to buy something unless it’s pretty much exactly what I want