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.

 

[Kimbashop]

How long before your birthday can you buy something, and still call it an early birthday present for yourself?
Asking for a friend.

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY! This is a beautiful purple. I hope you get to take her out for your special day.

 

[Vintage Leather]

How long before your birthday can you buy something, and still call it an early birthday present for yourself?
Asking for a friend.

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Depends on when your birthday is. The four major gift giving holidays are Christmas, Valentines, Easter and Birthday. The day after the previous Gift season ends, you’re eligible for an Early Gift for the next one.
Unless you spent too much on yourself and want to make it blend in as an anonymous gift at which point… well, it’s not my fault the bunny shops Hermes

 

[Katinahat]

Use the bag challenge:

Bayswater Tote in Sea Blue. I got her from DH for valentines in 2020 just before Covid hit. Used a lot before lockdown and then very little in 2021. First carry of 2022. Brilliant big work and shopping bag similar to a Neverfull. Quite light for leather, and carries over one shoulder very comfortably.



Again I need to review after my walking commute home later. I’m not sure about shoulder carrying for an hour’s walk.

Now at 10 bags carried this month.

 

[essiedub]

Use the bag challenge:

Bayswater Tote in Sea Blue. I got her from DH for valentines in 2020 just before Covid hit. Used a lot before lockdown and then very little in 2021. First carry of 2022. Brilliant big work and shopping bag similar to a Neverfull. Quite light for leather, and carries over one shoulder very comfortably.

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Again I need to review after my walking commute home later. I’m not sure about shoulder carrying for an hour’s walk.

Now at 10 bags carried this month.

I love this bag! Is it burgundy inside? If I had to choose 1 format (thankgod I don’t) ..totes for me all the way!

 

[baghabitz34]

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.

It’s definitely cyclical. I’m just ready for us to get back to bags that are functional as well as pretty as the norm. If some of the smaller bags were even an inch bigger they’d be viable bc they could handle a phone. It’s gotten like many brands of shoes that pride themselves on being unwearable or women’s clothing that doesn’t allow for wearing a bra or comes without pockets. Beauty is being prioritized over any semblance of function - and I reject that.

This! When I entered the workforce & needed slacks, I was surprised at the amount of women’s pants without pockets. Why? They would never design men’s pants this way…do designers think women don’t have a use for pockets?

I would regift too. I don’t mind doing it if I’m not going to use something. Or I donate to charity. I don’t sell. I tried eBay once and couldn’t be bother with the faff. Only DH has ever gifts me anything really valuable. With a bag or something he asks for hints.

I’m considering selling on 4 of my unused bags and a wallet. All I bought pre my mulberry days and I definitely won’t use them again. My DDs don’t seem interested in them as they were in the past. There is a preloved shop near me that sells at about 50-75% retail depending on the brand. They take 50% of the sale price though.

My parents are into very practical gifts but then my mother would have a lot to say if she had any idea how many bags I have and how much they are worth. She’s accepted a few Radley cast offs and thinks they were expensive. Last year she gifted us an incredible pizza oven for the garden. This year DH and I got all the materials to build a gravel patio in our garden for Christmas! It was just a tiny bag of gravel wrapped up with a note explaining. My dad was here at the weekend helping DH dig up and put the edging on the lawn.

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@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.

I have two problems with regifting. One, a lot of us are in the same friend/family circle. For instance, Sister A gave Friend A some pjs Christmas 2020. Christmas 2021, Friend A regifted those same pjs to Sister B. Everyone knows & it leaves a bad taste.

Two, the gifts I don’t like are terrible. A friend gave me body wash & body cream in the most horrible mint scent. It smells like oily gum. I would never give that to someone else.

 

[Purses & Perfumes]

It always baffles me that they consider the Chanel Jumbo a large purse. It’s such little room inside that flap. I preferred SF to gain extra room which still isn’t a lot. I own two small Chanel’s and one of them frankly is so small I feel silly for buying it. It’s white so that why I’m holding on to it but absolutely nothing fits

LOL, your white bag sounds a little bit like my knot clutch (the one with chain fits a bit more). I must admit sometimes I wonder why I bought that clutch. The knots are so pretty though -- I can totally understand why people collect them. I'm fine with the gold one I have, as it will be mostly used as my wedding/event bag, when I don't carry much with me.
I think everyone has slightly different perceptions on bag size, based on their personal needs and lifestyle. My business affinity bag is called a medium size, but I find it a tight fit when it comes to carrying my essentials, so to me it's more like a small verging on medium. I think things like compartments and yes, that double flap on the classic flaps cut down on the actual amount that one can carry. I still like my business affinity though -- it's one of my most-used bags.

How long before your birthday can you buy something, and still call it an early birthday present for yourself?
Asking for a friend.

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Love the cloud clutch! Happy Birthday!

 

[Jereni]

A year love the color Happy Birthdsy!

Hahaha love this. I’m within 9 months of my birthday and couldn’t help feeling that it was too far out to get myself something. But I have started scheming about what to save up for.

A first Hermes could be fun… but there is research to do.

 

[cowgirlsboots]

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.

As long as you can send it back: go for it and erase the memory from your mind!

 

[cowgirlsboots]

How long before your birthday can you buy something, and still call it an early birthday present for yourself?
Asking for a friend.

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...well, any amount of time is fine as long as you don´t forget to tick "get Birthday present for self" off your list...

 

[afroken]

The Coach Swinger or a Chanel WOC would be ‘mini’
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I went on a Coach craze last year and bought this same bag. It’s now my WOC to keep in my larger totes

A first Hermes could be fun… but there is research to do.

Research is the most fun part

 

[Kimbashop]

Use the bag challenge:

Bayswater Tote in Sea Blue. I got her from DH for valentines in 2020 just before Covid hit. Used a lot before lockdown and then very little in 2021. First carry of 2022. Brilliant big work and shopping bag similar to a Neverfull. Quite light for leather, and carries over one shoulder very comfortably.

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Again I need to review after my walking commute home later. I’m not sure about shoulder carrying for an hour’s walk.

Now at 10 bags carried this month.

I love the color and the closure.

 

[Kimbashop]

Hahaha love this. I’m within 9 months of my birthday and couldn’t help feeling that it was too far out to get myself something. But I have started scheming about what to save up for.

A first Hermes could be fun… but there is research to do.

How long before your birthday can you buy something, and still call it an early birthday present for yourself?
Asking for a friend.

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I'm so guilty of this. I recently bought a bag and a really nice cardigan sweater for my birthday, which is at the end of February.
I had a friend once tell me that she celebrates her birthday by celebrating the same number of days as her age. So, when she turned 50, she celebrated for 50 days, even if one of those "celebrations" was just buying a chocolate bar to make her feel better. And so on. I love her rationale.

 

[JenJBS]

Today’s bag is one I have never worn but received at Christmas. So it sort of fits in the challenge. View attachment 5301829

Great purse!

 

[Katinahat]

The pizza oven and the gravel patio sound amazing!
could your daughters or relatives be interested in the future? Because tastes change… only you can decide if it’s worth it to keep or consign or donate. It’s whatever feels right to you at the time
Love radley (the little blue dog tag) and duo
currently I am trying to ignore a barrage of John Smedley knitwear sale emails
lol

Your parents sound wonderful!!!

My parents are wonderful practical people who care deeply but it’s a complicated relationship I can’t go into here. I guess most relationships are.

No wonder I love your beautiful outfit. I have a Ted Baker sweater I got in his San Diego boutique several years ago. Gorgeous bright peach color and fun style - a peplum. A really pretty scarf, and 3 bags. Talented designer! Nice to find another fan!

Didn’t know you have Ted Baker in America too. I have loads of beautiful Ted Baker dresses for work, and a few tops jumpers and two coats. Love it so much! Glad you like it too.

I love this. I am not usually a pink fan, but this time I really am.

Thanks, I feel this way about red. Sometimes like other people’s red bags but don’t own one myself.

Today’s bag is one I have never worn but received at Christmas. So it sort of fits in the challenge. View attachment 5301829

Wonderful leather and style. Enjoy carrying it.

I love this bag! Is it burgundy inside? If I had to choose 1 format (thankgod I don’t) ..totes for me all the way!

Yes, has a burgundy suede lining - very luxe.

I have two problems with regifting. One, a lot of us are in the same friend/family circle. For instance, Sister A gave Friend A some pjs Christmas 2020. Christmas 2021, Friend A regifted those same pjs to Sister B. Everyone knows & it leaves a bad taste.

Two, the gifts I don’t like are terrible. A friend gave me body wash & body cream in the most horrible mint scent. It smells like oily gum. I would never give that to someone else.

Ouch! I always have at least two zones apart for regift so 100% different circles.

I love the color and the closure.

Thanks. It is a beautiful bag!

 

[JenJBS]

You gals are all so sweet! 58 days until my birthday. No way I'll make it that long - and I want to have it to carry on my birthday - but I'm going to try and wait until March. At least my birth month, if not my birthday. Maybe Feb 19, when my Pisces sign starts... And it will be just under a month until my birthday. That works. Is it Feb 19 yet? No... How about now? Still no...

It IS such a gorgeous purple…

Thank you!

A year love the color Happy Birthdsy!

Thank you! I like how you think!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY! This is a beautiful purple. I hope you get to take her out for your special day.

Thank you!

Depends on when your birthday is. The four major gift giving holidays are Christmas, Valentines, Easter and Birthday. The day after the previous Gift season ends, you’re eligible for an Early Gift for the next one.
Unless you spent too much on yourself and want to make it blend in as an anonymous gift at which point… well, it’s not my fault the bunny shops Hermes

Nice! So true that you can't decide where the bunny, Santa, etc shop!

Hahaha love this. I’m within 9 months of my birthday and couldn’t help feeling that it was too far out to get myself something. But I have started scheming about what to save up for.
A first Hermes could be fun… but there is research to do.

Have fun researching!

...well, any amount of time is fine as long as you don´t forget to tick "get Birthday present for self" off your list...

That is the part I have trouble with...

I'm so guilty of this. I recently bought a bag and a really nice cardigan sweater for my birthday, which is at the end of February.
I had a friend once tell me that she celebrates her birthday by celebrating the same number of days as her age. So, when she turned 50, she celebrated for 50 days, even if one of those "celebrations" was just buying a chocolate bar to make her feel better. And so on. I love her rationale.

Happy early birthday! Have we seen the bag yet? What lucky bag, and sweater, get the honor of being your birthday gifts? Your friend has a fun idea!