Do you own any non-designer/non high-end bags?
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Yes, I own a number of bags that would be considered low to mid range contemporary designer bags.** 
My most recent purchase springs to mind. It's a Valerie Stevens reversible tote. It came with a matching crossbody bag with a detachable strap so it can also function as a purse insert. The bag reverses from white to black and relieves me of any "white bag" angst.
Even if it's one ketchup packet away from ruin, I can just turn it "inside out" and have a perfectly serviceable black tote.
**As one of my elderly aunts once said "better cheap than tawdry"
:lolots:
My most recent purchase springs to mind. It's a Valerie Stevens reversible tote. It came with a matching crossbody bag with a detachable strap so it can also function as a purse insert. The bag reverses from white to black and relieves me of any "white bag" angst.
Even if it's one ketchup packet away from ruin, I can just turn it "inside out" and have a perfectly serviceable black tote.
**As one of my elderly aunts once said "better cheap than tawdry"
:lolots:
Yes! Longchamp, Guess, Tony Bianco, Mimco, From St. Xavier, Volcom, Rusty, Roxy, Billabong - non high end & some non designer but I really love them and they are great for everyday. I have some vintage Celine, Cartier & Dior, a Moschino & Salvatore Ferragamo as a gift from my boyfriend but those only really get pulled out on special occasions and I don't love them any more or less!
Love this thread and hearing everyone's perspective!!! Also love seeing some of the cool "deal" bags.
I used to have over 100 handbags - maybe more. 😖 None higher end than Michael Kors and a bunch of novelty bags from entry level (or no) brands.
But, over time a few things happened that made me rethink my approach. First, because the price often wasn't bad, I bought trendy styles or "cute junk" so I fell out of love quickly. A lot of the bags also had quality issues - seams tore, straps came off, finished rubbed off, etc.. And the worst insult is when I sold these bags, many had extremely poor resale - not the MK, Coach, etc. but brands like Guess or Kathy Van Zealand.
So, I decided to sell everything I didn't absolutely love and upgrade to designer bags with great quality that I adore. I'm focused on brands / styles that hold their value (e.g. Chanel) and buy them preloved so when I sell I them I can recoup what I paid and buy something else.
Now this doesn't mean I didn't keep non designer brands. I have Michael Kors, Kate Spade, a Coach and even some cheapos like a $10 Bijoux Turner I bought from an airport kiosk and a $3 evening bag on clearance from DSW.
I just have changed to be deliberate in what I buy. Right now, I have about 25 bags and will probably be very happy over time with 40 or less. I have to LOOOOVE the bag and it has to be worth its price - whatever that is - from a quality and investment perspective. I think that's what everyone should do - buy what you love that fits your pocket and lifestyle.
I used to have over 100 handbags - maybe more. 😖 None higher end than Michael Kors and a bunch of novelty bags from entry level (or no) brands.
But, over time a few things happened that made me rethink my approach. First, because the price often wasn't bad, I bought trendy styles or "cute junk" so I fell out of love quickly. A lot of the bags also had quality issues - seams tore, straps came off, finished rubbed off, etc.. And the worst insult is when I sold these bags, many had extremely poor resale - not the MK, Coach, etc. but brands like Guess or Kathy Van Zealand.
So, I decided to sell everything I didn't absolutely love and upgrade to designer bags with great quality that I adore. I'm focused on brands / styles that hold their value (e.g. Chanel) and buy them preloved so when I sell I them I can recoup what I paid and buy something else.
Now this doesn't mean I didn't keep non designer brands. I have Michael Kors, Kate Spade, a Coach and even some cheapos like a $10 Bijoux Turner I bought from an airport kiosk and a $3 evening bag on clearance from DSW.
I just have changed to be deliberate in what I buy. Right now, I have about 25 bags and will probably be very happy over time with 40 or less. I have to LOOOOVE the bag and it has to be worth its price - whatever that is - from a quality and investment perspective. I think that's what everyone should do - buy what you love that fits your pocket and lifestyle.
I probably have 50-75 bags I've accumulated. All in great shape. Some designer some not. But my fav no designers come from Danier Leather (a leather store in Canada that produces amazing lamb skin jackets and other products such as leather bags). Everyone I own is great leather. Well made and functional. I also think theyre pretty stylish. Here's my latest purchase from them. A large tote with tons of features. I love it for travelling or just day to day errands because it's big but not too heavy. The reverse has a zippered pocket.
Danier also makes great cleaning and conditioning products!!
Danier also makes great cleaning and conditioning products!!
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That's quite nice! i noticed all the pretty colors in the window the other day, i admit i have never once looked at the bags lol
I think this is the key, just because it's an "it" bag doesn't make it worthwhile to you, so very personal, thankfully oodles of bags exist lol
Definitely stop in. Their products are really great and they're a great price. I've often bought on sale - up to 60% off - or more at one of their outlets. Danier is just great quality for the cost!!