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.

 

[inkfade]

I'm implementing a no spend year for myself due to lack of self control when it comes to my main hobby (not purse related). While I don't buy bags or bag accessories that often, the ones I do buy are expensive enough to where I need to just stop.

So my goal this year is to buy NO bags and NO bag accessories (wallets, key fobs, etc.)

I went through my bag/accessory collection this morning while purging my room and didn't want to get rid of any of them, so I am very content with my current selection.

Plus, I have a bag for every occasion: a few crossbodies, large casual clutch, and small canvas backpack for every day wear, a large canvas tote with crossbody capability, a large nylon backpack for weekend trips that will hold a change of clothes, etc. (actually on the way to me atm), and a small clutch with crossbody capabilities for more formal events. And then a few card cases that I switch in and out of and some key fobs that I rotate through, as well.

Since I have a bag for every occasion or need, I shouldn't need any new ones to fill a void (unless I find the PERFECT purple leather crossbody). If I absolutely have to have a new bag this year, I'll try to sell one or two of my current ones to help offset the cost. I'm hopeful about the year, though, and excited to try to keep from spending money.

So I will definitely be shopping my own collection this year lol.

 

[SakuraSakura]

Ooh if we're including non-closet related resolutions one of mine is to continue towards a place of full emotional healing. I'm hoping to find a partner this year as I'm feeling ready to give dating a try again. It's been a year since I was ghosted by somebody I cared about. I think 2022 is going to be one large transitional period but I realized that I am somebody who values and prioritises romantic connections. I've finally come to a place where I don't date out of desperation. I'm proud of how far I've come.

As for the closet-related resolutions... I'll post my updated handbag collection once the other two arrive!

 

[Narnanz]

Hello all...first time posting on this thread.

Me ...Im Champagne tastes on a Beer income person.....did a telly of what Ive spent in the last year or two on bags...some of which I dont use very often....and got a shock. I could have gone twice to Italy if Covid hadn't happened on what I spent on bags from March 2020.
I even bought an LV reverse monogram Card holder just so I would use my smaller bags such as my Coach Winnie...but Im a big bag gal at heart. I like to carry everything but the kitchen sink...so ...

1) Rotate my bag collection a bit more and put aside what no longer works for me.

2) I thrift a lot of my bags and end up with bags that I dont use at all...bags I've got just to rehab as im bored. So I decided that this year Im giving myself a thrifting allowance to make me thiink first if I need this bag or item as I will only have so much for the week. What is left over will got into a tin and will see in six months what I save.

3) I have to stop buying from itshadrian live sales unless its an exceptional bag...I mean a pony or Bonnie...ha...like that would happen. So will still watch his sales as I love being part of the community he has
.
4) Although in another thread I have said what bags I want this year...I really only have one goal which is a Gucci....what style of Gucci I still dont know. Had an idea but it keeps changing. Im a vintage gal , not a big fan of the newer styles so finding something in good condition and doesnt cost the earth to get to New Zealand is going to be interesting. So Im just going to try and save and not buy a sad substitute. I do have two coming bought last year from Hadrian. A substitute for a BV in the form of an Elliott lucca woven leather hobo and a Dooney and bourke croc embossed hobo. Plus I caved and bought another Coach...sigh.

5)I thrift most of my clothes as I find better quality clothing thats actually fits me...well until I gained 5gs in two months...now nothing fits me. So Im going to go thru my wardrobe and try everything on and re-donate all those that dont work for me. If its in good condition I will try and sell.

Non bag clothing related.

1) Diet has already started.......sorry...not diet...but eating healthier...DIET is a four letter word.

2) Start saving more as I might be out of a job in 6 months. I have been offered a job at the other business but I just feel I need to move on. So I need to create a financial security blanket.

3) Now that Im feeling better and know whats wrong with me after getting diagnosed with Rheumatoid arthritis and getting the medication I need to control it...I feel I need to get my body moving more as the last year I have been downright lazy.

Im sure there is more...and Im sure this will change.

 

[dcooney4]

Happy New Year Everyone!

 

[dcooney4]

Although I've never truly gravitated towards 'larger' handbags this year has definitely been an eye-opener when it comes to bag weight. I injured my lower back this past June. I cannot carry anything larger than a smaller tote just because the additional weight can act as a pain trigger. There are some beautiful larger bags but I know that I can only enjoy how they look instead of using them. It's been tough. Thankfully my back has improved ( and it is a muscle injury, not a spinal one! phew!!) The one thing that has really helped is only carrying the essentials on a regular basis and, when I absolutely must carry a larger bag, I use ones that are constructed to be lightweight.

Bags that I like that I cannot purchase due to their weight- Chloe Paddington, Miu Miu coffer... I shall admire from a distance!

I have this same issue just with my shoulder rather than my back. It can be challenging finding light enough bags that don’t cause pain.

 

[dcooney4]

Hello all...first time posting on this thread.

Me ...Im Champagne tastes on a Beer income person.....did a telly of what Ive spent in the last year or two on bags...some of which I dont use very often....and got a shock. I could have gone twice to Italy if Covid hadn't happened on what I spent on bags from March 2020.
I even bought an LV reverse monogram Card holder just so I would use my smaller bags such as my Coach Winnie...but Im a big bag gal at heart. I like to carry everything but the kitchen sink...so ...

1) Rotate my bag collection a bit more and put aside what no longer works for me.

2) I thrift a lot of my bags and end up with bags that I dont use at all...bags I've got just to rehab as im bored. So I decided that this year Im giving myself a thrifting allowance to make me thiink first if I need this bag or item as I will only have so much for the week. What is left over will got into a tin and will see in six months what I save.

3) I have to stop buying from itshadrian live sales unless its an exceptional bag...I mean a pony or Bonnie...ha...like that would happen. So will still watch his sales as I love being part of the community he has
.
4) Although in another thread I have said what bags I want this year...I really only have one goal which is a Gucci....what style of Gucci I still dont know. Had an idea but it keeps changing. Im a vintage gal , not a big fan of the newer styles so finding something in good condition and doesnt cost the earth to get to New Zealand is going to be interesting. So Im just going to try and save and not buy a sad substitute. I do have two coming bought last year from Hadrian. A substitute for a BV in the form of an Elliott lucca woven leather hobo and a Dooney and bourke croc embossed hobo. Plus I caved and bought another Coach...sigh.

5)I thrift most of my clothes as I find better quality clothing thats actually fits me...well until I gained 5gs in two months...now nothing fits me. So Im going to go thru my wardrobe and try everything on and re-donate all those that dont work for me. If its in good condition I will try and sell.

Non bag clothing related.

1) Diet has already started.......sorry...not diet...but eating healthier...DIET is a four letter word.

2) Start saving more as I might be out of a job in 6 months. I have been offered a job at the other business but I just feel I need to move on. So I need to create a financial security blanket.

3) Now that Im feeling better and know whats wrong with me after getting diagnosed with Rheumatoid arthritis and getting the medication I need to control it...I feel I need to get my body moving more as the last year I have been downright lazy.

Im sure there is more...and Im sure this will change.

Sounds like a good plan.

 

[BowieFan1971]

Hello all...first time posting on this thread.

Me ...Im Champagne tastes on a Beer income person.....did a telly of what Ive spent in the last year or two on bags...some of which I dont use very often....and got a shock. I could have gone twice to Italy if Covid hadn't happened on what I spent on bags from March 2020.
I even bought an LV reverse monogram Card holder just so I would use my smaller bags such as my Coach Winnie...but Im a big bag gal at heart. I like to carry everything but the kitchen sink...so ...

1) Rotate my bag collection a bit more and put aside what no longer works for me.

2) I thrift a lot of my bags and end up with bags that I dont use at all...bags I've got just to rehab as im bored. So I decided that this year Im giving myself a thrifting allowance to make me thiink first if I need this bag or item as I will only have so much for the week. What is left over will got into a tin and will see in six months what I save.

3) I have to stop buying from itshadrian live sales unless its an exceptional bag...I mean a pony or Bonnie...ha...like that would happen. So will still watch his sales as I love being part of the community he has
.
4) Although in another thread I have said what bags I want this year...I really only have one goal which is a Gucci....what style of Gucci I still dont know. Had an idea but it keeps changing. Im a vintage gal , not a big fan of the newer styles so finding something in good condition and doesnt cost the earth to get to New Zealand is going to be interesting. So Im just going to try and save and not buy a sad substitute. I do have two coming bought last year from Hadrian. A substitute for a BV in the form of an Elliott lucca woven leather hobo and a Dooney and bourke croc embossed hobo. Plus I caved and bought another Coach...sigh.

5)I thrift most of my clothes as I find better quality clothing thats actually fits me...well until I gained 5gs in two months...now nothing fits me. So Im going to go thru my wardrobe and try everything on and re-donate all those that dont work for me. If its in good condition I will try and sell.

Non bag clothing related.

1) Diet has already started.......sorry...not diet...but eating healthier...DIET is a four letter word.

2) Start saving more as I might be out of a job in 6 months. I have been offered a job at the other business but I just feel I need to move on. So I need to create a financial security blanket.

3) Now that Im feeling better and know whats wrong with me after getting diagnosed with Rheumatoid arthritis and getting the medication I need to control it...I feel I need to get my body moving more as the last year I have been downright lazy.

Im sure there is more...and Im sure this will change.

Even buying vintage and secondhand, premium designer bags can really add up. Funny…I thought a one carat engagement ring was too much so ai didn’t get one (and I wear mine nearly every day), but when I add up the cost of the Hermès bags I bought this year, I could have bought one. I tell myself that I got the bags at a steal…and I did. A true fraction of the cost of new. But still, combined it was a lot of money. It’s good to keep in touch with that and keep it real as part of an overall purchase budget instead of one bag at a time…kinda like car dealers and the like taking a big ticket item and breaking it down to a monthly/daily/weekly cost so it doesn’t seem so big. The games we play on ourselves and others…

You have some good plans! Let us help you stay accountable.

 

[JenJBS]

Happy New Year everyone! I’ve decided on the below for my goals / resolutions for 2022:


Bag Resolutions:

• Impose a handbag-purchase waiting period. 2 weeks minimum, try for 3.
• Do not get caught up in summer bags, which largely serve the Caribbean jet-setting life that you do not have.
• Sell the following mistake purchases: Nanushka hobo, vintage Coach station bag, Coach micro Tilly, Coach Rogue.
• No Chanel bags, unless it is the crumpled black square mini from yesteryear, or the perfect purple. SLGs are ok.
• Focus on getting small add-ons, like charms or chains, to bring variety to bags you already have.

Bag Acquisition Goals (only if the right one comes along):

• Another green bag in a rich emerald or similar color. Not a flap satchel.
• A bag in a rich plum color.
• The perfect raspberry red bag.

Non-Closet related:

• Lose 15-20 lbs.
• Continue the general house purge with Mr J.
• Get involved in one local community thing to meet new people.
• Take more local, weekend trips.
• Date night once/ month.

Here's an idea from a goal setting webinar I took. Of course you can ignore if it doesn't sound interesting to you. Instead of setting yearly goals, set monthly or weekly goals. ex: Instead of losing 15-20 lbs for the year, losing 2 lbs a month - wish leaves a bit of a margin if you don't lose 2 lbs each month. Instead of more local/weekend trips - 1 local/weekend trip a month.

I like the idea and will be trying it for my non-purse goals for 2022. Anyway, just thought I'd share - feel free to ignore. Instead of 'walk more this year' I'm trying to get a certain number of steps each week. And every couple months I will increase my goal number of steps. Instead of 'study poetry this year' my goal is to read a poetry text book (or other book that is about writing poems, not just a book of poems to read), or attend an online conference/course each month. Another goal is to write a poem each week. I know I won't make that goal, but I'll still end up writing (or at least starting) more poems than if I didn't have that goal.

 

[poizenisxkandee]

Happy New Year everyone! I’ve decided on the below for my goals / resolutions for 2022:


Bag Resolutions:

• Impose a handbag-purchase waiting period. 2 weeks minimum, try for 3.
• Do not get caught up in summer bags, which largely serve the Caribbean jet-setting life that you do not have.
• Sell the following mistake purchases: Nanushka hobo, vintage Coach station bag, Coach micro Tilly, Coach Rogue.
• No Chanel bags, unless it is the crumpled black square mini from yesteryear, or the perfect purple. SLGs are ok.
• Focus on getting small add-ons, like charms or chains, to bring variety to bags you already have.

Bag Acquisition Goals (only if the right one comes along):

• Another green bag in a rich emerald or similar color. Not a flap satchel.
• A bag in a rich plum color.
• The perfect raspberry red bag.

Non-Closet related:

• Lose 15-20 lbs.
• Continue the general house purge with Mr J.
• Get involved in one local community thing to meet new people.
• Take more local, weekend trips.
• Date night once/ month.

Love this! Starting to get on the chain/charm train myself and hope to keep it up. Picked up a few keychains and pins to repurpose as charms while away for the holiday.

Also totally feel you on getting more involved with your neighborhood/community and love love love the regular date night idea!

 

[Sparkletastic]

My first 2022 goal is to start wearing the 5 bags that have been most neglected during Covid. Candidly, I could have picked more than 5 as I’m in a bag wearing rut. But, I settled on these as my focus items:

• Chanel Grey Lamb Jumbo CF
• Chanel Red Lamb Jumbo CF
• Miss Dior Sliding Chain in Yellow
• Diorama in cream and gold
• Prada Mini Double Zip Tote

The hard part of this is these are all “happy” bags. And, candidly, I’m not feeling happy in Covid land right now. Covid time “feels” like a black bag and shroud time. Hopefully, this exercise will help pull me out of my grump.

 

[SakuraSakura]

Happy New Year everybody!!

 

[BowieFan1971]

Happy New Year!!!

 

[Purses & Perfumes]

Wishing everyone a healthy, happy 2022!

I did not get to use my bags enough in 2021, so my goal is to use my bags more, and also track usage. In the handbag area, and all other aspects of style, I want to focus on the "core" items that I love and use the most; what I consider the defining elements of my style. Anything that doesn't quite fit in will be evaluated and may need to be decluttered.
@JenJBS talked about the concept of signature style in the first post, and how to find it. @JenJBS, I think most of us already have some idea in our minds about our signature style, although of course it evolves and changes as our life circumstances change or as time goes by.

I would define it as the pieces we love and wear often, the things that somehow suit us so well that they become a part of our persona; it feels very natural to us to be using these items. In trying to find my signature style, I like to do two things: trust my intuition, and also use the mirror to style the item (clothing or handbag) and see if it suits me. If for example, a purse, a dress, or a piece of jewelry does not feel like me, I would trust my instinct on that and not try to force myself to like the item, whatever it is. There are probably more things we can do to find our signature style, but these are the first few things I can think of at the moment. Would love to hear the input of others on this topic!

 

[Jereni]

I haven’t done bag stats lately, so am sharing for December:

Bags in: 4
Bags out: 4
SLG in: 0
SLG out: 5

I have a bag coming that I’m going to count for Jan, but also plans to post about 4 bags for sale so my total collection size isn’t growing rapidly… but it is still probably going to grow more. Sometime soon I’m going to have to sit down and figure out what needs to be the max number. I really like most everything I have right now, but there are still plenty of bags on my long term ‘wish list’…

 

[hlh0904]

Happy New Year to everyone!

Last year I made it a point to edit my closet and try a capsule wardrobe base with classics I love to use. I am 48 and I am trying to have a classic wardrobe with a few fun elements within it. Lordy I was so excited to get out there post vaccination and use them. Didn't really go out as often as I expected this year. SO! Here is to shopping my closet for the year 2022. I am prepared with a good closet but now I need the outings to match them. (and we are not talking about opera, concerts etc. I will settle for grocery shopping. I am not asking for much ! " Thanks OmIcRoN").

I did a huge handbag purchase in December so putting a halt on all purchases. Going to use the year to pull and edit, with the handbags, and sell ones which don't really get me excited anymore.)

I just want to get out there again (outside of my house). Put me in coach!