Friends Chat Thread: Wardrobe, Fun, and Whatever
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Uniqlo heat tech tights are pretty warm and durable. I wear them with knee boots or otks and skirts/dresses. And now that it’s getting warmer, I will wear them with my beloved shorts.
Thank you. [emoji8] My problem is that I wear these too often!
A knee length coat is also a great asset
Edit - versus a bomber or hip length one
I was thinking about something yesterday that has probably been discussed a million times, but here it is. I had to take my husband to the hospital for a procedure and I was contemplating which handbag to use. I wanted one that would comfortably carry his wallet and mine, both of our sunglasses and a few other essentials. I chose my small Trendy CC and it turned out to be perfect. As I was sitting in the waiting room, I thought that if I could only have one handbag to use from day to night, that this would be the one. It is not too big or cumbersome, holds everything I need, yet doesn't look too bulky to bring to a restaurant for lunch or dinner. I do love a tote for work and traveling, but I never place any of my bags on the floor. Not that I have to choose one bag, but it is fun to daydream. Have any of you ever thought about this and if so, which one bag would you choose?
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I go through this whenever I take a trip because I usually only take one bag. Sometimes I sneak in a small clutch, but that is difficult with my Rimowa carry-on. Even though I wrack my brain I usually end up with the same go to bags.
I have a friend who has a large selection of totes because she is stuck carrying her husband’s stuff.
Good to know the Trendy is so useful!
In addition to dresses and skirts, flowing silk pants or silk/linen blend are also very comfortable for a casual look. I don’t feel very at home in pants in general, but these styles do work for my aesthetic and for my comfort.
Ladies, my life has been transformed by my new hairbrush - the Finger Brush! Usually, no matter how much conditioner I use in my hair, it is a huge knot ball when I go to brush it after the shower. Since I started using it a few weeks ago, I manage to keep more of my hair on my head since it is not being ripped out. There is also less on the floor, which means less swiffering. My hair even looks shinier and more flowy once it is dried.
I promise this is not a paid ad for Finger Brush [emoji23]
I promise this is not a paid ad for Finger Brush [emoji23]
Lucky you that you have a bag that could be the one if you could only have one. Sounds perfect. I have about 3 bags that are highly functional, Balenciaga, Mulberry, and Fendi, but they don't inspire my love as much as some of my less functional bags. The bag I love the most is a Valentino, but it is too small to be the only bag. And I adore my vintage Hermes bags, but they would a bit impractical as an only bag. So like I said, lucky you that you have a perfect bag.
Thank you, Cordeliere. It took me quite a bit of trial and error to find this bag. I was actually in the boutique to buy a Boy the day my eyes were drawn to the Trendy, sitting pretty on the shelf. I fell in love with it and it came home with me that day, not the Boy and I am so glad, because while I like the way the Boy looks on others, it looks kind of silly on me. I'm so glad I got distracted by a bag that really works for me. It was pure luck.
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Oh, I feel you. Traveling makes it even harder to choose. I also usually pack a WOC to use for evenings and walks.
In winter I get attached to a large bag to carry all my accessories. Then in spring/summer I transition to a smaller bag but it’s difficult - @Dextersmom - your question made me panic because I couldn’t imagine picking anything other than my giant bag for convenience. But it’s not very evening.
I think I can put away the gloves and hat this weekend, so it’s time to bring out the J and see what else is languishing in my closet. The BV hobo is always a delight as it’s so lightweight.
None of my day bags are suitable for evening, but then I don’t get out much anyway.
I think I can put away the gloves and hat this weekend, so it’s time to bring out the J and see what else is languishing in my closet. The BV hobo is always a delight as it’s so lightweight.
None of my day bags are suitable for evening, but then I don’t get out much anyway.
Sorry to have caused any stress, @Genie27 . 
Handbags are my most favorite thing to shop for and I am obsessed with them in general and in thinking about what will be the perfect one for any and every occasion (work, shopping, errands, lunch, dinner, walks on the beach, etc.). I probably have too many, but I love them all, even the one's that don't get used often.
There is something comforting about hobo's and totes, because you can toss in anything. I prefer somewhat smushy, unstructured ones. Even though mine never get completely filled, I do like the extra space. My most used tote is my Gucci Tian and my two hobos are Evelyne PM's; gold and rouge tomate.
On the other hand, there is something so cute and sweet about small bags....hence my love for Chanel mini flaps and wallet on chains.
In a pinch, you could always take your wallet out in the evening as a clutch. I recently purchased a cute Gucci wallet with a butterfly on it to use as a clutch.
Handbags are my most favorite thing to shop for and I am obsessed with them in general and in thinking about what will be the perfect one for any and every occasion (work, shopping, errands, lunch, dinner, walks on the beach, etc.). I probably have too many, but I love them all, even the one's that don't get used often.
There is something comforting about hobo's and totes, because you can toss in anything. I prefer somewhat smushy, unstructured ones. Even though mine never get completely filled, I do like the extra space. My most used tote is my Gucci Tian and my two hobos are Evelyne PM's; gold and rouge tomate.
On the other hand, there is something so cute and sweet about small bags....hence my love for Chanel mini flaps and wallet on chains.
In a pinch, you could always take your wallet out in the evening as a clutch. I recently purchased a cute Gucci wallet with a butterfly on it to use as a clutch.