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.

 

[hlh0904]

Is anyone else really, really tired of the teeny bag trend? I like my mediumish / smallish bags but I’ve never been interested in truly small bags.

I miss larger statement bags. I hope things even out so both are considered just as stylish.

What do you think / like / enjoy size wise?

ditto.

I do miss the larger bags of the 2000's. I purchased a few to see if they will be brought back like some others. I like having room in my bags because I also carry a zip around wallet that is a brick. It is such an awesome wallet. I can see everything I need, and structured tiny bags don't give me freedom.

Just not a mini person. I am 48 and I am carrying a kitchen sink with me because my bag is like my security blanket. Have had many times where I was thankful that I had readers, tissues, hand sanitizer, sunglasses, same old wallet, makeup and hairbrush. It is when I didn't take these things with me that I wound up needing them.

I love medium to large bags.

 

[Purses & Perfumes]

I´m not sure all Chanel minis were chosen because of their size. Many might have been bought to have a Chanel bag when the bigger sizes were just too expensive.

The price would certainly be a factor for some, I agree, but many seem to like the way the small size looks, and the fact that small bags are on trend is also a reason for their popularity.

I don’t doubt some were but if you visit the C thread, there are many who prefer the mini size.

True, and the same goes for Lady Dior mini and small (ABC) sizes. They seem to be pretty popular.

 

[Katinahat]

I´m not sure all Chanel minis were chosen because of their size. Many might have been bought to have a Chanel bag when the bigger sizes were just too expensive.

This is a really good point!

 

[Katinahat]

I couldn’t contain myself any longer. I was literally squealing with excitement when I opened the dust bag. The pink is incredible!

Here it is:



And I couldn’t wait to try it on. I’m an definitely giddy with joy this evening. This was so the right purchase!

 

[SakuraSakura]

If anybody is struggling with temptation online this is definitely the story for you.

I don't know why but whenever I purchase something from Poshmark it's always not as described. My Coach Soho flap came in. The glazing is cracked, there's numerous scratches on the leather and stains along the purse. It was crammed into a shipping envelope not a box. Perhaps this may persuade you into not purchasing that handbag you've been eyeing online.

What's interesting is this person is a reseller yet they take little care in the work they do.

If anybody knows how to remove the clouding from the hardware please let me know.

 

[Kimbashop]

@BowieFan1971 ´s gorgeous Paris coat makes me want to share my Paris coat- from a totally different league...

Mine is a vintage 25 € ebay purchase I´ve been wearing to Paris in February each time we went. In the first year Mamzelle Swing (the owner of a fab vintage shop in Le Marais) gave me a French lesson on furs and named my coat: Monsieur Renard.


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Here´s DS and me in 2019 enjoying our Eiffel tower ritual- looking at it from afar, chasing pigeons and blowing soap bubbles.

I love this picture for so many different reasons. Your coat is gorgeous (and you look so chic) and your DS's pose is priceless, especially in front of the Eiffel Tower.

 

[Kimbashop]

I couldn’t contain myself any longer. I was literally squealing with excitement when I opened the dust bag. The pink is incredible!

Here it is:

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And I couldn’t wait to try it on. I’m an definitely giddy with joy this evening. This was so the right purchase!

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This is stunning and looks gorgeous on you! I love your outfit (such a cute dress), and the all-black makes the pink really pop. Congratulations! I'm actually a fan of the new handle -- I think the braid/twist makes the bag look elegant.

 

[hlh0904]

beautiful bag!!!! Enjoy in good health!!

 

[hlh0904]

Ok, ok….
Not the most glam shots…we are going to the Eiffel Tower today since the sun is finally out so I will get DH to take proper mod shots, but here it is. Wearing a black turtleneck so the collar detail is not as defined as it could be. Still…le sigh…I am in love!View attachment 5300591View attachment 5300592View attachment 5300593View attachment 5300594

gorgeous!!! Excellent cut!!

 

[cowgirlsboots]

It is a beautiful store, but not easy to find things there. DH was annoyed from shopping yesterday so no time to leisurely stroll. I did not like Galleries Lafayette at all. It was noisy, jumbled, chaotic. Beautiful items just shoved on racks with little rhyme or reason. I was there for 15 minutes and had to leave.

I know what you mean... Galleries Lafayette and Printemps can be very crowded and overwhelming. Plus I am never sure whether I belong there. Some visits I have enjoyed- for example when the sweet inhouse artist at D+G took his time to discuss his leather paints with me-, others ended in me running out of the store in tears because I felt inferior. Le Bon Marche seems a friendlier environment to me. Have you visited the Samaritaine? Last time I was there it was closed due to full renovation.
Poor DH having to cope with all that shopping... but I´m sure she does it in good humour. Enjoy the rest of your stay!

 

[cowgirlsboots]

If anybody is struggling with temptation online this is definitely the story for you.

I don't know why but whenever I purchase something from Poshmark it's always not as described. My Coach Soho flap came in. The glazing is cracked, there's numerous scratches on the leather and stains along the purse. It was crammed into a shipping envelope not a box. Perhaps this may persuade you into not purchasing that handbag you've been eyeing online.

What's interesting is this person is a reseller yet they take little care in the work they do.

If anybody knows how to remove the clouding from the hardware please let me know.

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What a shame! I´m so sorry this happened!
Have any of the defects been disclosed in the write up? If not, I personally would consider returning it.
The clouding on the hardware looks like a rubbed off surface to me. In this case no polishing would help. If it´s something on the surface a chrome cleaning product or a silver polishing cloth could help.

 

[cowgirlsboots]

I couldn’t contain myself any longer. I was literally squealing with excitement when I opened the dust bag. The pink is incredible!

Here it is:

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And I couldn’t wait to try it on. I’m an definitely giddy with joy this evening. This was so the right purchase!

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Congratulations! The bag looks great on you! I love your outfit, too! Wear this beauty in good health!

 

[msd_bags]

I couldn’t contain myself any longer. I was literally squealing with excitement when I opened the dust bag. The pink is incredible!

Here it is:

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And I couldn’t wait to try it on. I’m an definitely giddy with joy this evening. This was so the right purchase!

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Absolutely lovely!! Both bag and your look.

I adore this Mulberry color and would want one myself, not sure which style though for me. But then it means I might have to give up my Coach Cassie in a similar color.

 

[whateve]

Ok, ok….
Not the most glam shots…we are going to the Eiffel Tower today since the sun is finally out so I will get DH to take proper mod shots, but here it is. Wearing a black turtleneck so the collar detail is not as defined as it could be. Still…le sigh…I am in love!View attachment 5300591View attachment 5300592View attachment 5300593View attachment 5300594

It's beautiful! You look fantastic! Congratulations! Can I admit I am a little sad you left the bag behind at LV? It sounded like you really liked it as well.

 

[whateve]

Ended up ordering something else on my wishlist today. It was a really great deal, on my wishlist, and in my favorite color. I can't think of anything else I want right now and have a closet cleanout weekend planned soon so I think I'm actually good to sit tight for awhile on buying.

Balenciaga Twiggy in Sapphire
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Congratulations! I've never tried a Twiggy but I've been tempted. This color is amazing!