CeeJay's BAL-a-palooza!! [Balenciaga Collection over time]
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CeeJay, thank u for sharing! Love your amazing collection!I have never seen some rare colors before!
Have a new 'goodie' to post soon!
As far as storing them, that is somewhat of a problem as I live in an old Brick Condo building .. so the first thing that goes is the box (and for some strange reason, I am always sent the box .. many people complain that they don't get a box; well .. I have 'em
!!). Anyhow, most of them are resident in a small closet in the front, but I also have the "most frequently used" ones in my bedroom. That way, if I desire to change into a different bag, I'm easily able to coordinate with the outfit (although, I assure you - that doesn't always happen).
As far as storing them, that is somewhat of a problem as I live in an old Brick Condo building .. so the first thing that goes is the box (and for some strange reason, I am always sent the box .. many people complain that they don't get a box; well .. I have 'em
!!). Anyhow, most of them are resident in a small closet in the front, but I also have the "most frequently used" ones in my bedroom. That way, if I desire to change into a different bag, I'm easily able to coordinate with the outfit (although, I assure you - that doesn't always happen). 
Oh wow Cee Jay! What a delicious collection! (ex- and existing!) How on earth could you bear to part with some of them??? I read somewhere else (March/April thread??) that you don't treat your bags. That is just amazing coz the leather on some of your bags is just ridiculous!!!!! I guess it goes to show that Bal leather can hold its own. Hope you don't mind me asking though, why don't you treat your bags? Coz I do (I'm a paranoid worry-wart) and I'm wondering if it's better that I don't!
Believe me, I've been kicking myself for having parted with certain bags, but I also feel that if the bag doesn't get used for a certain amount of time, it should go to someone else that will love, cherish & USE it!!
Now .. as far as treating the leather; yes .. I'm kind of a purist .. I don't like to treat the leather. HOWEVER, remember .. I've been collecting Balenciaga since it's beginning .. and the leather has changed significantly. I personally believe that the early years of the Chevre leather were far superior to the current Agneau. The Agneau scratches more easily (IMO) and with certain dyes (especially yellows for some strange reason), the leather seems to be dry. As such, I may just break down and treat a few of them to see how it goes .. 'cos, I really don't like dry leather.
As far as the 'other' stuff .. scuffed corners, denim transfer .. well, the scuffed corners are kind of hard to completely eliminate as the bag's design just kind of lends itself to having this occur. I suppose one could 'treat' them (the Reference threads have a lot of comments on that). Denim transfer - you just need to be careful with dark-colored jeans, but again .. the Reference threads do have some comments re: removal of denim transfer.
I think the major reason why my bags still look really good, is because I have many bags (my "total" count of Balenciaga items - including accessories is over 130!!) that I rotate fairly frequently. I've been updating my spreadsheet with all the new items (and the sale of others), so should have a "final" count pretty soon! I've tried other brands, but Balenciaga is really my true love!
^^^ 130 of yummy goodness! Yum yum yum yum YUMMMMM! 
Thanks so much for sharing! It's really heartening to know that Bal leather can still look amazing without any extra treatment. Now, hopefully those heart palpitations will stop when it rains and I'm stuck with a Bal bag and no umbrella!
And yeah, let me know when you find that "let's-kick-the-Bal-addiction" support group. My husband regularly tells me I need therapy! (sadly, he's not referring to the shopping kind)
Thanks so much for sharing! It's really heartening to know that Bal leather can still look amazing without any extra treatment. Now, hopefully those heart palpitations will stop when it rains and I'm stuck with a Bal bag and no umbrella!
And yeah, let me know when you find that "let's-kick-the-Bal-addiction" support group. My husband regularly tells me I need therapy! (sadly, he's not referring to the shopping kind)
OMG CeeJay! Your bags - past and present - are nothing short of amazing. I have a great love for designer handbags, but until a few weeks ago, never owned a Balenciaga. It is surprising to me that I was not drawn to it before. I think maybe because of the tassles, as I am not really a tassles fan. But I am loving the giant hardware!!! I love a bag that has some edginess to it. I can see how Balenciaga would be your favorite. As I am beginning to carry mine, I am feeling too like the bbags could become mine. With all of the colors and styles, it is so hard to chose and to keep from going overboard. There are so many bbags that I want NOW, my head is spinning and I am once again dreaming of bags at night. No one can understand that except for those of us on tPF. Always the hunt for that perfect bag.
Thanks for a great thread!!!
Thanks for a great thread!!!
