2023 Resolution: Shopping my Own Bags and SLG Collection

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A long standing tradition in this thread is to remind ourselves of how wonderful our own collections are by showcasing them. We can see how far we have come, collection wise, and we reminded that we have all (or most of) what we need making it easier to shop our own closets.



• New theme weeks start each Sunday

• Don’t jump ahead but, if you miss a week, please do show your bags “late”.

• Show bags individually or in a group

• You do NOT have to wear the bags that week

• For added fun, show old pictures from previous years to demonstrate how you have curated it over time.

• This is completely voluntary. There is no pressure to post at any time.





So what are the showcases? In the Fall, we group our bags by makers! Feel free to show bags, small leather goods, or however it is easiest to organize!

August 13 - Balenciaga, Bottega Veneta

August 20 - Burberry, Celine

August 27 - Coach, Chanel

September 3 - Chloe, Dior

September 10 - Dooney & Bourke, Fendi

September 17 - Ferragamo, Givenchy

September 24 - Goyard, Gucci

October 1 - Hermes, Kate Spade

October 8 - Loewe, Longchamp

October 15 - Louis Vuitton, Marc Jacobs

October 22 - Michael Kors, Miu Miu

October 29 - Mulberry, Prada

November 5 - Proenza Schouler, Rebecca Minkoff

November 12 - Saint Laurent, Tods

November 19 - Tory Burch, Valentino

November 26 - Bags by Jewelers: Bulgari, Cartier, Tiffany Co, Van Cleef & Arpels. Alternatively, the pillboxes, compacts and other lovelies made by jewelers that fit in your bag.

December 3 - independent artisans and custom bags.
 
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Sunshine mama said:
Hello all, I'm back here again.:smile:
I recently got a bag and I can't seem to stop using it. I've been using it nonstop since I got it. I had to force myself to use another bag today. This is very unusual to me since I usually change my bags daily.
It's a "lace" Alma BB. I can change the color by putting in different felt inserts that I made. Here a a few of my creations.

This also falls under the patent leather category.
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O.M.G. this is incredible, that's a great versatile purchase. It really looks so, so sweet. Isn't it telling you're using it straight away and having so much fun? Perfect.
 
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papertiger said:
These are so so stunning!!! :yes:
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Thank you, they're so much fun! And cheaper than the BV Knot, though I agree with you that that would be the ne plus ultra...

cowgirlsboots said:
@FizzyWater and @papertiger I totally adore your cute evening works of art! So prescious!
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Thank you! I just need an excuse to use them now! :P

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These are gorgeous!

Just beautiful!

I love the colour and the leather looks amazing- congratulations on your new bag!
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Thank you so much!

I will say that, while Rodo still exists, and even has some cute bags, I love the craftsmanship of the older bags. They can also be even less expensive than the new bags - while the prices can be crazy, I didn't pay more than 100 Euros for any of mine.
 
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Sunshine mama said:
Hello all, I'm back here again.:smile:
I recently got a bag and I can't seem to stop using it. I've been using it nonstop since I got it. I had to force myself to use another bag today. This is very unusual to me since I usually change my bags daily.
It's a "lace" Alma BB. I can change the color by putting in different felt inserts that I made. Here a a few of my creations.

This also falls under the patent leather category.
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Love this!
 
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Sunshine mama said:
Hello all, I'm back here again.:smile:
I recently got a bag and I can't seem to stop using it. I've been using it nonstop since I got it. I had to force myself to use another bag today. This is very unusual to me since I usually change my bags daily.
It's a "lace" Alma BB. I can change the color by putting in different felt inserts that I made. Here a a few of my creations.

This also falls under the patent leather category.
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I have enjoyed watching you post these on the "What Handbag/Purse Are You Carrying Today?!" thread and again wanted to comment on your creativity and how you have turned this into such a versatile bag. Even moreso, glad to see you are having fun and getting so much use out of it!
 
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Sunshine mama said:
Hello all, I'm back here again.:smile:
I recently got a bag and I can't seem to stop using it. I've been using it nonstop since I got it. I had to force myself to use another bag today. This is very unusual to me since I usually change my bags daily.
It's a "lace" Alma BB. I can change the color by putting in different felt inserts that I made. Here a a few of my creations.

This also falls under the patent leather category.
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I am so jealous of your new bag! I rarely consider anything from LV but you've got me wanting one. It's almost like you won't need any other bag when you have this one, but then I'd miss seeing your other gorgeous bags, especially your Fendis.
 
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Sunshine mama said:
Hello all, I'm back here again.:smile:
I recently got a bag and I can't seem to stop using it. I've been using it nonstop since I got it. I had to force myself to use another bag today. This is very unusual to me since I usually change my bags daily.
It's a "lace" Alma BB. I can change the color by putting in different felt inserts that I made. Here a a few of my creations.

This also falls under the patent leather category.
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I cannot love this post enough. Astonishing Amazing Adorable.
also - now I want :lol:
 
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whateve said:
This is adorable!

ETA: I just looked it up. Is it hard to use?
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I have been wearing it the last three days. Day one I was a bit frustrated and the top would spread apart where the hidden magnets are. By day two figured out how to load it up so it works well for me and no more spread top. Day 3 it was so light and easy to use I decided to stay in it rather than switching to one that looked better with my skirt, because it was so comfortable and cute to use. Today will be severe storms I think so I will switch to coated canvas Orla Kiely Backpack. I was nervous when I saw that the bag did not open like the Ellis tote I have from them. In the end it will be worn more because it does zip closed and a bit of snow won't harm it.
 
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dcooney4 said:
I have been wearing it the last three days. Day one I was a bit frustrated and the top would spread apart where the hidden magnets are. By day two figured out how to load it up so it works well for me and no more spread top. Day 3 it was so light and easy to use I decided to stay in it rather than switching to one that looked better with my skirt, because it was so comfortable and cute to use. Today will be severe storms I think so I will switch to coated canvas Orla Kiely Backpack. I was nervous when I saw that the bag did not open like the Ellis tote I have from them. In the end it will be worn more because it does zip closed and a bit of snow won't harm it.
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It’s a lovely colour, I’m glad it’s worked out for you.
 
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