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.

 

[JenJBS]

Love the cloud clutch! Happy Birthday!

Thank you!

 

[Kimbashop]

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...


Thank you!


Thank you! I like how you think!


Thank you!


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


Have fun researching!


That is the part I have trouble with...


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!

Thank you! I bought a preloved Boxyz bag (the one that I posted on some other threads). And then I bought the Veronica Beard Carrington Cardigan on sale at NM. I could at least justify the sweater because I have been merciless with closet clean-outs and am in genuine need of a warm, winter sweater that I can throw on and shake off the chill in our often-cold house. I'm trying to justify the bag by doing an equally merciless bag clean-out, but that is much harder for me for some reason.

 

[Sunshine mama]

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

Love your story!
Love the scarf too! I can't wait to see the pink version.

 

[Sunshine mama]

Thanks! Totally agree. It’s the same pink as my long wallet. Very deep and just gorgeous.

I definitely have this problem! I was thinking just this as I left the store. I am usually ok when it’s clothes. I know I either don’t suit me or it doesn’t fit so I’m quick to return them but with bags it’s different. They all fit and I like them all!

I love pink and shades can be very different. The Balenciaga is incredible and I like the silver hardware on it. I feel it’s vibe is similar to the Alexa. Carries crossbody or top handle. Not too structured. Worn casual or for going out. It’s a bit more edgy and I was really drawn. However, it’s definitely too small for me. If it were bigger I might have been tempted to save up for it. I searched to see if they do a bigger size that colour and they don’t which was very disappointing.

The Mini Alexa on the other hand is small but is slightly bigger than a Mulberry Lily and I know that size works for me. Fits summer essentials: keys, long wallet, hand gel, hand cream cream or small sun screen, mask, sun glasses (without case) and a reusable tote bag. Yes, I’d prefer the full sized but this size would work. Modelled shot (not me)
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And this is the full sized (model not me) but it’s in patent leather. I like it but again I’m not sure I love it. The sheen feels just a bit like it makes the colour too much. I don’t generally go for patent bags.
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I thought I was at purse peace until I saw the mini Alexa. It's so pretty!

 

[Katinahat]

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

Definitely buy yourself gifts for birthdays! There are always other celebrations you can add in too: wedding anniversary, other anniversaries, birth of child, new job, good job, new house etc. We gift at work at the end of the school session too. Also rewarding yourself for all sorts of things or and finding the joy when things are tough.

I struggled with purchasing the mini Alexa instead of the Coach but DH told me I should go for it. We make our last house payment this month. He’s older than me but I still have lots of years to work. He told me it was worth celebrating and I deserved it for getting myself into a good place again after a difficult year.

And I totally agree with other posts saying the research is a big part of the joy! Love researching any purchase I make, holiday I book etc etc.

 

[Sunshine mama]

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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Oh my goodness it's gorgeous! It looks so good on you.
Would you say that the pink is showing true in the picture?

 

[Vintage Leather]

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[Jereni]

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

Omg I can’t …

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.

Gorgeous!!! And congrats on the carry-count!

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.

Hahha I love this idea also and I’m going to apply it this year.

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

I’m like you - have a weakness for pink more than red. Tho I do think I finally found the right red bag, which is nice.

 

[ElainePG]

Just bought this for pesto pasta. I’m hoping the chickpeas give the rotini flavor. View attachment 5299298

I use this! I even have Mr. PG believing that it's "real" pasta! (Shhhhhh…)

 

[ElainePG]

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.

Your post makes me remember how much I loved working with Marco a few years ago when I purchased my Luna in Ancient Bronze.

I know I said I wasn't going to purchase any bags this year (and I'm NOT! I'm NOT!!!) but if I were to buy a bag, I think it would be another one from Marco, and it would be in a nice shade of forest green. Maybe another Luna? It's such a useful style.

There's no rush, though. This is something I can think about, dream about, obsess about, bounce of everyone here. And if it's still on my mind this summer, then… well… maybe.

 

[ElainePG]

I could also recommend Moosewood Cookbook by Mollie Katzen. It’s a collection of recipes from the famous Moosewood restaurant in Ithaca, NY, which has been serving up vegetarian cuisine for about 50 years. If you visit the Moosewood website, you can check out a number of their recipes; they’re even dated so you know when they debuted. When I was in college in the 90’s, Moosewood was the source for vegetarian cuisine. A quick skim of the version of the cookbook I have from 1992 shows lots of recipes without carbs. It’s not vegan, though, so you’ll find dairy in many of them. Lots of recipes offer preparation options (e.g., substituting broccoli for potatoes), which could be helpful as you look for alternatives to carbs.

I didn't know the Moosewood recipes were on line! I still have my original cookbook, from back in the (ahem, ahem) day. Lots of splotches on the cover and fave pages. The binding is cracked, the pages are foxxed, and I rarely open it because I'm afraid it will fall apart! But I've just bookmarked the site, and I plan to do a bunch of browsing tonight, especially the soup recipes. We aren't vegetarians, but I've found that lots of veggie soup recipes are very nice with the artful addition of roasted chicken or turkey!

 

[Jereni]

So… I did a thing.

I’ve been hunting for the perfect mint green bag for FOREVER. Shortly after Christmas, I saw a green Celine belt bag on Fashionphile for a good price and was so excited as I’ve also always wanted the belt bag.

Well, I was already applying my handbag-buying waiting period and it sold. Sad Jereni! So I was excited to find it on Vestiaire Collective in like new condition! Negotiated with the seller, got for about the same as the FP listing, and VC authenticates in the middle.

It arrived today and I’m over the moon, it’s PERFECT!!!



My 2022 resolutions included not getting another green top handle flap satchel but… who am I kidding. I LOVE a top handle flap satchel.





My year-end bonus covered the cost and I will sell the Coach Dinky that I bought preloved last year, so it will be one in, one out.

Thanks for letting me share!!!

 

[ElainePG]

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.

I'm so glad for you, dear.

 

[JenJBS]

So… I did a thing.

I’ve been hunting for the perfect mint green bag for FOREVER. Shortly after Christmas, I saw a green Celine belt bag on Fashionphile for a good price and was so excited as I’ve also always wanted the belt bag.

Well, I was already applying my handbag-buying waiting period and it sold. Sad Jereni! So I was excited to find it on Vestiaire Collective in like new condition! Negotiated with the seller, got for about the same as the FP listing, and VC authenticates in the middle.

It arrived today and I’m over the moon, it’s PERFECT!!!

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My 2022 resolutions included not getting another green top handle flap satchel but… who am I kidding. I LOVE a top handle flap satchel.

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My year-end bonus covered the cost and I will sell the Coach Dinky that I bought preloved last year, so it will be one in, one out.

Thanks for letting me share!!!

Gorgeous color! Congrats on adding this beauty to your collection! So happy it worked out for you.

 

[Katinahat]

Oh my goodness it's gorgeous! It looks so good on you.
Would you say that the pink is showing true in the picture?

Thanks so much. I think so. It’s quite a deep pink. Here’s another image under a brighter light.

Omg I can’t …



Gorgeous!!! And congrats on the carry-count!



Hahha I love this idea also and I’m going to apply it this year.



I’m like you - have a weakness for pink more than red. Tho I do think I finally found the right red bag, which is nice.

Thanks! We will have a good time sharing in pink week!

And I totally agree, that red is a really lovely shade.

So… I did a thing.

I’ve been hunting for the perfect mint green bag for FOREVER. Shortly after Christmas, I saw a green Celine belt bag on Fashionphile for a good price and was so excited as I’ve also always wanted the belt bag.

Well, I was already applying my handbag-buying waiting period and it sold. Sad Jereni! So I was excited to find it on Vestiaire Collective in like new condition! Negotiated with the seller, got for about the same as the FP listing, and VC authenticates in the middle.

It arrived today and I’m over the moon, it’s PERFECT!!!

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My 2022 resolutions included not getting another green top handle flap satchel but… who am I kidding. I LOVE a top handle flap satchel.

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My year-end bonus covered the cost and I will sell the Coach Dinky that I bought preloved last year, so it will be one in, one out.

Thanks for letting me share!!!

Gorgeous colour! Very serene and calming. Looks great with your boots.