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]

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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It's so cute! I'm so happy for you! Now you've got me wanting one.

 

[whateve]

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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I'm sorry it was a disappointing purchase. With Poshmark, I don't understand why people wouldn't use a box. It doesn't cost them anything to ship. I put even my smallest items in a box when I sell them through Poshmark. Last night I sold a book, only made $3, but I still wrapped it in tissue and put it in a box surrounded by air pillows.

For the hardware, I would try cape cod polishing cloths.

 

[SakuraSakura]

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.

That's what I thought too, cowgirlsboots! I was hoping that wasn't the case but you definitely re-affirmed that. Nope, none of the defects were disclosed. The bag also smells... gross. Back to the owner it goes! Thanks anyway.

 

[poizenisxkandee]

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

I was comparing Bal bag sizes/styles awhile back and felt like Twiggy was most similar to other bags I like as far as shape and size. I do love the City I just received and plan to use it plenty, but purple is my all time favorite color and this one looks like it's in great condition so it felt like a no-brainer. Especially at the price FP had it listed!

 

[JenJBS]

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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Gorgeous color! Congratulations on your new beauty!

 

[whateve]

I was comparing Bal bag sizes/styles awhile back and felt like Twiggy was most similar to other bags I like as far as shape and size. I do love the City I just received and plan to use it plenty, but purple is my all time favorite color and this one looks like it's in great condition so it felt like a no-brainer. Especially at the price FP had it listed!

That's great! I have several Bals but surprisingly, no city!

 

[880]

thank you for your kind words @More bags and @Katinahat !

@Katinahat, I love your reveal! The rich pink color, the leather, the style, and the action shot! Amazing! And, I love the boots too

@poizenisxkandee, I have always loved the twiggy and the color you chose is beautiful, rich, deep, and mysterious! Plus, it goes with everything

For me, it’s that I know the person had good intentions but…the gift for whatever reason was a miss. I accept graciously, of course. But what do you do with it after? I don’t want to say I chucked it because I hated the smell or the item was tacky. But, on the other hand I don’t want them to think I liked it & buy me more. Open to suggestions on this dilemma.

@baghabitz34, I regift asap. I don’t chuck it, bc bad karma. I don’t resell anything (occasionally I consign, but not in the last several years). I also try to make it obvious that even DH who knows me best, knows that I am really picky. But, sometimes you just have to accept that yes, hints to well meaning givers will not deter them.

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.

@SakuraSakura, +1 on returning. I don’t think a cleaning cloth will restore shine. . .

 

[Cordeliere]

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Wow! You look fabulous in this coat.

 

[Kimbashop]

I was comparing Bal bag sizes/styles awhile back and felt like Twiggy was most similar to other bags I like as far as shape and size. I do love the City I just received and plan to use it plenty, but purple is my all time favorite color and this one looks like it's in great condition so it felt like a no-brainer. Especially at the price FP had it listed!

The color is gorgeous! I saw this one on FP. post pics when you get it.

 

[Jereni]

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Gorgeous!!!! What a great shot, and the coat looks perfect on you!!!

@Katinahat congrats on the Alexa! That color just pops!

Re: teeny tiny bags, I have tried out the micro bag trend but I only really like it when (a) it’s like another accessory in addition to a larger hand carry bag, or (b) when I’m wearing a blazer or jacket and can put my phone in my pocket.

I’ve never carried much - flat card case, keys, phone, and now of course mask. So a big bag isn’t required, though generally I tend to like the scale of medium bags on me the best.

I suspect different folks think of small / medium differently too… For me, I consider my Valextra to be a medium bag but it’s classed as ‘mini’ by them.


Something like a Coach Willis 18 would be ‘small’


The Coach Swinger or a Chanel WOC would be ‘mini’


And then - micro would be anything that doesn’t hold a phone.

 

[poizenisxkandee]

The color is gorgeous! I saw this one on FP. post pics when you get it.

Absolutely, will do! I had to ask their CS for additional photos for authentication and my own assessment of wear and it got me even more excited about the fantastic color!

 

[msd_bags]

I regift asap. I don’t chuck it, bc bad karma. I don’t resell anything (occasionally I consign, but not in the last several years). I also try to make it obvious that even DH who knows me best, knows that I am really picky. But, sometimes you just have to accept that yes, hints to well meaning givers will not deter them.

I was gonna say this too earlier -- about giving hints. And yes, some get them, some don't. But they have the best of intentions anyway.

 

[More bags]

I love your style! The scarf is gorgeous in terms of color and presentation.

Thank you @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.

Va va voom, you look gorgeous. What a great picture of you and your son!

 

[More bags]

Oh, sorry to spoil what’s on your radar. The Bayswater does shoulder carry but only just! When new it definitely didn’t and it isn’t comfortable that way for long. I’m only 5ft3. I believe the newer style Bays does carry over the shoulder but I don’t like that style as much. The Heritage Bays I tried on in the store on Saturday felt uncomfortably tight over my puffy coat! Here are some pics with my older so more floppy Bays to demo.

Easiest with a dress and no coat:

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Slightly tighter with a coat:

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You look fabulous- I like your coats!

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 - it’s a great colour and looks wonderful on you!

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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Ooh Sapphire!

 

[Sparkletastic]

I was gonna say this too earlier -- about giving hints. And yes, some get them, some don't. But they have the best of intentions anyway.

Mr. S, kids and I are really comfortable asking for suggestions and taking feedback. The goal is to get what people love - not have the pride in giving - so we focus on that. I think I mentioned before we have Pinterest wish lists that help hit the bullseye.

The grandparents are TERRIBLE gift givers but even my youngest is over 21 so we don’t care. We’re just happy they’re still around. I’d gush over 2 cotton balls wrapped in floss.

My friends give me lousy presents - either what they like (we don’t at ALL have the same taste) or they overshoot my sparkliness and give me items Vegas showgirls wouldn’t wear. I don’t worry about it bc the care is there. I just donate the items. I’ve tried throwing hints but they’re never caught so it is what it is.