I prefer a diverse collection. The area I live in can be sketchy so having my Kipling or Coach protects me.
Did you stop buying/using contemporary bags once you go luxury?
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So funny but my bag collection has totally changed once I discovered designer brands. I have a couple of no name brands that I purchased overseas (genuine leather) but for the most part I have a much smaller higher end bag collection.
I didn't stop using, but I did stop buying with one exception. It wasn't for any other reason other than I knew that I could save that money towards a luxury bag I wanted instead.
I do still buy Loungefly things every now and then though because I can't pass up Star Wars or Marvel goods of any variety and I think they are great quality for the price and considering the materials.
I do still buy Loungefly things every now and then though because I can't pass up Star Wars or Marvel goods of any variety and I think they are great quality for the price and considering the materials.
Nope. I love my Launer and Hermes bags, but none of them are a day-to-day bag for me. Still love and purchase Kate Spade and bags from local artisans.
In fact, when it comes to "man bags", owning lux bags just compelled me to stick to contemporary, lesser known designers. My bags from Filson, Stickman Leather(local artisan) and(soon-to-be) Frank Clegg work far better, and in some cases, look nicer, than bags I tried and quickly got rid of from LV and Prada.
In fact, when it comes to "man bags", owning lux bags just compelled me to stick to contemporary, lesser known designers. My bags from Filson, Stickman Leather(local artisan) and(soon-to-be) Frank Clegg work far better, and in some cases, look nicer, than bags I tried and quickly got rid of from LV and Prada.
WHAT a cute backpack- I love it!!!
I think I have the opposite taste- I love simplicity and amazing design. I constantly go back/forth on this- for me, it just depends on the bags' design, function, and my needs for the day. Often I find myself wishing a certain bag were better-constructed (made with better quality materials), or not as 'precious' (wish it were one notch down so I wouldn't feel the need
to babysit it).
I just LOOOOVE the Rogues. They are the ONE bag I have crazy multiples of. (Imo, they keep coming out w completely different ones!)
So true. I'm a fan of simplicity, but the lines and sleek design of the Giv pictured is just gorgeous, and completely just beautiful.Okay, lets take Tara Zadah. I looked at her website and some bags on Nordstroms. Her bags are elementary shapes - circles and squares. Compare that to this Givenchy that has multiple shapes going on - and shapes that are a little more interesting than literal circles and squares.
I feel kind of bad admitting it, but no. Once I started buying premier-level bags, I never went back!
Me too - I’m BlueCherry and I’m a bag snob
Me three
Once I started with luxury bags, I slowly stopped purchasing contemporary. I’m sad to say, that I have become a bag snob. I’m not proud of it. But only when it comes to me. I couldn’t care less what other people carry and no jugement on my part.
I’ve built a nice collection over the years, that consists of mostly LV and CHANEL. I also have Gucci, Burberry, Valentino, Fendi... but when I go shopping and see a cute contemporary bag, I know that if I buy it, I’ll never end up carrying it because I have all my other bags that I rather get some mileage from.
I also am the type of person to carry a premier bag all the time, no matter what I’m doing. Life is too short and I rather enjoy and use what I have whenever I can!
I’ve built a nice collection over the years, that consists of mostly LV and CHANEL. I also have Gucci, Burberry, Valentino, Fendi... but when I go shopping and see a cute contemporary bag, I know that if I buy it, I’ll never end up carrying it because I have all my other bags that I rather get some mileage from.
I also am the type of person to carry a premier bag all the time, no matter what I’m doing. Life is too short and I rather enjoy and use what I have whenever I can!
I bought a couple of expensive designer bags, and I decided that I don't really want to buy anymore, at least for now. So I actually went from contemporary to premier to contemporary haha!
No, not really. I still need the thrown around bags for the playgrounds, when I’m traveling, and beach time. I’m with my kids all the times, and currently operating mainly without much help when I’m in the new country so contemporary brands work for me as well. I don’t discriminate
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I haven’t bought from a contemporary brand in I don’t know how long, and no longer own any. I think it’s difficult to go back. Sometimes I look (doesn’t everyone?!) but I’d rather wear something I already own. A few months ago though, I bought a bag from a local maker. The leather on it is so thick I couldn’t resist, and it’s a really useful crossbody style. I love that’s it’s all handmade and hand stitched, and being able to see his workshop. This is now my allweather bag option - I think it’ll outlive me
Simple answer: no.
Long answer:
For the past months I have mainly been carrying my one Kipling crossbody bag so it isn't even contemporary. lol And I love it. This is mostly out of sheer laziness to switch out of it as it is my little workbag. Most of my premiere bags have been in the closet and haven't seen the light of day in ages. If I am going to get a new bag (which probably won't be the case as I still have a ton of renovations and furniture due to the flood from summer 2017) it may be an all leather made in Canada Roots bag.
Long answer:
For the past months I have mainly been carrying my one Kipling crossbody bag so it isn't even contemporary. lol And I love it. This is mostly out of sheer laziness to switch out of it as it is my little workbag. Most of my premiere bags have been in the closet and haven't seen the light of day in ages. If I am going to get a new bag (which probably won't be the case as I still have a ton of renovations and furniture due to the flood from summer 2017) it may be an all leather made in Canada Roots bag.
LV is my favorite and I own Gucci, Chanel, and Balenciaga bags as well, but I really, really, really (you get the hint) like Tory Burch bags and sandals. So the answer is no, I didn't stop using/buying contemporary brands. I like RM and Longchamp bags as well.