Anyone else feel somewhat embarrassed about LV?

[Johnpauliegal]

Of course, everyone has their own level of comfort with the surrounding areas. I might be too brazen with my choice of accessorizing sometimes and I agree that it's always smart to be protective of your belongings like what you did. I was just assuring the other member that NYC is fairly safe for normal, day-to-day activities both for locals and tourists alike.

Oh my. I apologize. Didnt want to give anyone a wrong impression. Thanks you for the heads up! I LOVE NEW YORK! It’s a safe and welcome place for all who visit.

Just like any city, just be aware of your surroundings.

Thank you Red.

 

[Diva_k3000]

I am pretty junior at my job still, just starting out as an attorney. I wouldn’t carry LV right now (or any premium designer) because I don’t think it’s appropriate for the style and the pay I’m receiving as a small town, entry level attorney. If I worked in what people call “BigLaw” in a big city, where many carry those types of bags, I’d be more comfortable with it.

A few female lawyers from other firms carry LV neverfulls around the courthouse, but nobody in my office, even partners, carry anything fancier than Michael Kors. My collection of mostly sub-$200 bags actually stands out as quite nice in my office and my student loans are a priority for me right now.
https://forum.purseblog.com/threads...nd-practical-collection-by-diva_k3000.990749/

 

[DaBish]

I am pretty junior at my job still, just starting out as an attorney. I wouldn’t carry LV right now (or any premium designer) because I don’t think it’s appropriate for the style and the pay I’m receiving as a small town, entry level attorney. If I worked in what people call “BigLaw” in a big city, where many carry those types of bags, I’d be more comfortable with it.

A few female lawyers from other firms carry LV neverfulls around the courthouse, but nobody in my office, even partners, carry anything fancier than Michael Kors. My collection of mostly sub-$200 bags actually stands out as quite nice in my office and my student loans are a priority for me right now.
https://forum.purseblog.com/threads...nd-practical-collection-by-diva_k3000.990749/

I loved reading your thread.
Your writing style held my attention ( which isn't an easy task) ! the images and descriptions were very nice. I enjoyed it and hope you'll continue to update it as time goes on! You have a very classic style with timeless looking pieces.

 

[Diva_k3000]

I loved reading your thread.
Your writing style held my attention ( which isn't an easy task) ! the images and descriptions were very nice. I enjoyed it and hope you'll continue to update it as time goes on! You have a very classic style with timeless looking pieces.

Thanks! ❤️❤️ I have a new bag I’ve been meaning to add, actually!

 

[Sheikha Latifa]

I am pretty junior at my job still, just starting out as an attorney. I wouldn’t carry LV right now (or any premium designer) because I don’t think it’s appropriate for the style and the pay I’m receiving as a small town, entry level attorney. If I worked in what people call “BigLaw” in a big city, where many carry those types of bags, I’d be more comfortable with it.

A few female lawyers from other firms carry LV neverfulls around the courthouse, but nobody in my office, even partners, carry anything fancier than Michael Kors. My collection of mostly sub-$200 bags actually stands out as quite nice in my office and my student loans are a priority for me right now.

I worked for a Magic Circle law firm and it was considered inappropriate to wear any flashy bags like Chanel with huge CCs or Louis Vuitton with logos. Not that it would be frowned upon or judged because its expensive but people would think you are a bimbo and giggle. No matter how expensive your bag is, it should not be in your face nouveau riche style.
Likewise, wearing flashy Versace or Hermes ties for a male lawyer would be considered as bad taste, and same with the belts.

 

[gabsandme]

How could I forget this embarrassing moment. Before my DH & I started our own business, I was an underwriter for a large insurance company (2003). One day the CEO was walking the halls and my mono Papillon was sitting out on my desk. When seeing it, he stopped & commented that his wife had the same bag...but that hers was a fake! He went on to say the purchase of expensive designer handbags didn't fit in with their "investment portfolio goals." Made me feel about an inch tall

 

[kemilia]

How could I forget this embarrassing moment. Before my DH & I started our own business, I was an underwriter for a large insurance company (2003). One day the CEO was walking the halls and my mono Papillon was sitting out on my desk. When seeing it, he stopped & commented that his wife had the same bag...but that hers was a fake! He went on to say the purchase of expensive designer handbags didn't fit in with their "investment portfolio goals." Made me feel about an inch tall

That was pretty darn rude of that guy!

IMO, he felt insecure about the wife's fake and had to puff out his chest about his financial worth to a subordinate.

 

[1LV]

How could I forget this embarrassing moment. Before my DH & I started our own business, I was an underwriter for a large insurance company (2003). One day the CEO was walking the halls and my mono Papillon was sitting out on my desk. When seeing it, he stopped & commented that his wife had the same bag...but that hers was a fake! He went on to say the purchase of expensive designer handbags didn't fit in with their "investment portfolio goals." Made me feel about an inch tall

Bet the wife was mortified when he repeated the story to her!

 

[Sheikha Latifa]

How could I forget this embarrassing moment. Before my DH & I started our own business, I was an underwriter for a large insurance company (2003). One day the CEO was walking the halls and my mono Papillon was sitting out on my desk. When seeing it, he stopped & commented that his wife had the same bag...but that hers was a fake! He went on to say the purchase of expensive designer handbags didn't fit in with their "investment portfolio goals." Made me feel about an inch tall

Or that’s what his wife told him

 

[sparklepony80]

I love my DE Speedy B, it's perfect to wear to work because I can throw so much in and it's so durable.

I've had the "is that a Louis Vuitton bag?" question with the accompanying raised eyebrow and smirk from a few colleagues... I just smile and reply, "yeah but I bought it in Thailand, such a bargain!"

Because of the socioeconomic area I work in, I am more comfortable with colleagues believing my bag's a cheap knockoff. I worked hard to buy it, I know it's the real deal and that makes me happy - but not everyone's in the same position and there's nothing to be gained from rubbing it in people's faces. Hope that doesn't come across as all holier-than-thou.

 

[Sheikha Latifa]

Honestly, I wouldn't want people to think that I carry fakes. That would make me feel like a desperate wannabe
Better no name than fake name. I'm not at that age when girls make rings out of foil and wear plastic tiaras with pride
Besides, there are so many cool new designers whose bags are really trendy and affordable

 

[electrickelly]

I'm really torn about this. I work hard for all my bags, I'm certainly not the type that can walk into a store and get whatever I want. I love the Mono print because it's so very distinguishable and I'm really proud of what my collection.

But lately a part of me has been thinking that maybe my bags are too showy. There aren't a lot of high end designers in my city. While I've noticed a rise in people carrying designer bags, I wonder if it makes people wary of me when I go for auditions (I'm an actor).

I want to say that I shouldn't care, but when impressions are all I have to get jobs, I am sort of nervous about it.

 

[cravingdesignerbags101]

Yesterday I made a LV purchase and I was going to the airport to claim my Tax refund and I was walking around with this bag, did I feel embarrassed? A bit because it’s not a subtle shppping bag and there was a lot of people looking at me but I don’t feel embarrassed at all. This is a luxury purchase and I shouldn’t feel ashamed on how much money I spent because everyone has different things they want to spend their money on, for me it’s premier designer bags and for other people it could be a car

 

[NLVOEWITHLV]

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Yesterday I made a LV purchase and I was going to the airport to claim my Tax refund and I was walking around with this bag, did I feel embarrassed? A bit because it’s not a subtle shppping bag and there was a lot of people looking at me but I don’t feel embarrassed at all. This is a luxury purchase and I shouldn’t feel ashamed on how much money I spent because everyone has different things they want to spend their money on, for me it’s premier designer bags and for other people it could be a car

I can understand this to a certain extent, but mine isn't embarrassment either. I'm more nervous of all the extra attention people seem to pay to the bag, it almost feels like I have a target on my back that screams to a thief to steal from me. Whenever I leave my local LV, I'm always extra cautious and vigilant. Sometimes I carry a super small purse so I can drop it in the new bag and carry the new bag out like it's mine, that way if the shopping bag is the target the criminal would get a big empty box!!!

 

[Queensmama]

I’m going back and forth on two bags for this very reason. My DE pieces are no brainers, I jumped on a speedy b 25 and Alma B.B. after getting a neverfull mm and clemence wallet. I thought I was done but something felt missing and I now have a mono petite Noe and the Pochette Metis in noir sitting in boxes in my room. Completely different bags, I know, but they both are kind of supplemental - the petite Noe would be a more casual, lighter alternative to the speedy and the pm would be a black/more mature alternative to the Alma B.B....but I find myself considering whether the mono will be too in your face for the casual use I want it for, even though the pm is 1k more expensive. It’s annoying and while I like the pm, there are so many issues, even with the empreinte, from the glazing to the s lock scratching - things I don’t want to worry about at this stage in my life when I have small kids and just need durable, functional and nice looking. I’ve had friends and family bash the mono print on so many different occasions and I don’t care what they think, I love the look of the patina and love that I never see noe’s out in the wild.. but part of me is still struggling with this decision. All I keep in thinking is will I regret not keeping the “classier” (relatively) looking bag?