Mindi, just to echo what you and others said earlier, can't quite wrap my head around the devastation in Houston. I had family living in San Antonio but they've all moved in the past year. I know they aren't in the direct path of this storm, but my heart goes out to anyone dealing with this. It's devastating just to watch. I can't imagine what it's like for people to be living through.
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Definitely TOWIE I am afraid!Mine is the original Barenia, too, mistikat, not the new grained version. So your observation is worth a lot! Thank you!
Yeah, white booties started in late winter/early spring and are still going strong into fall 2017. A definite thing.
ETA: But. xiangxiang, I thought TOWIE!
Mindi,
I wear my Barenia Birkin in all type of weather. It just develops a gorgeous patina. Take your Barenia out for a spin. You'll love it!!!
I wear my Barenia Birkin in all type of weather. It just develops a gorgeous patina. Take your Barenia out for a spin. You'll love it!!!
Mindi- I posted a picture in the Go Kelly Go thread of the 19 year old beauty I acquired earlier this month from Doc Ride. Fabulous patina,. two days in I accidentally spilled a significant splash of hot black coffee (no cream or sugar in it) down the back of the bag because the lid on my mug wasn't closed tightly enough. I FREAKED, put the bag down and headed to the computer to research what if anything I could do to fix this, I felt sick to my stomach. Came back to the bag and the coffee was gone, evaporated, no staining on the bag. It was like it had never happened. In a certain light, if I look hard I can see where it splashed but it has already become part of the patina and my "history" with the bag. And as DD, the horsewoman, reminds me "Mom, Barenia is the original saddle leather, it can take it!".
Mindi B, I am also a bit confused about Barenia and water. But my current understanding is that water mark will show when it's wet but it will disappear once it dries out. Maybe take yours out when it's dry to start with and see how it goes before taking it when it's raining?
Thanks so much, everyone, for the information and encouragement! 
Ladies, is there anyone here who enjoys selecting clothing for a trip when carry-on luggage is mandated by the other half? My biggest aggravation at the moment is a handbag choice.
GK, that's a tough one! How long are you going for and what type of trip is it? My household is the other way around! With my SO wanted a big suit case and I always want hand luggage only. I hate not having my things with me and waiting for luggage when arrive.
It is hot and humid in Japan and moving around a bit for 2 weeks. My DH doesn't want to check any bags so we are trying to do this with two Rimowa carry-ons and a couple of soft tote bags. Since I have filled either of them yet, I don't know how successful I will be. I would like to leave some room for purchases.
Story of my life, gk. No suggestions beyond the usual--everything has to go with everything else, think in multi-combinatory layers, scarves or other small accessories to liven up repeat outfits. Packing cubes can be helpful--they don't necessarily maximize space, but they do keep related articles together, which means no more desperately digging through a suitcase in the early morning dark in search of that elusive pair of clean knickers.
If your DH might relent and permit you to check a suitcase on the return trip, a flat carry all in nylon will pack in negligible space but can carry back souvenirs on the home-bound flight while the carry-on bag flies steerage.
I would love to visit Japan! What an exciting trip! Have you been there before?
If your DH might relent and permit you to check a suitcase on the return trip, a flat carry all in nylon will pack in negligible space but can carry back souvenirs on the home-bound flight while the carry-on bag flies steerage.
I would love to visit Japan! What an exciting trip! Have you been there before?
I did two weeks in Southeast Asia carry on only. It was a casual vacation so I mainly packed long sleeve t-shirts and skirts. I think one pair of trousers. I cant remember what handbag I took but I do remember buying a cute batik bag in Indonesia. After that trip I realized I could do a longer trip without checking luggage which was super liberating! Enjoy your trip. I love Asia.
I agree it is totally liberating! I have done two week cruises with carry on! Somehow the weather issue is getting to me. I was going to bring my hooded rain jacket, but I really think it is too heavy. It was beyond perfect for Ireland last year, but it was so much cooler there. I have a GAP white nylon little jacket with a built in hood that I picked up eons ago and have never worn. I am thinking this may be the way to go. It gives a little protection without the weight and space in the carry on. I am also taking a white cotton denim jacket and if that gets wet, it gets wet lol! Everything I am taking will dry easily. If i thought it was really going to pour, I would take my yellow rain slip on shoes. They were very useful in Ireland.
I am a big proponent of traveling light. I've been all over the world and I never check a bag and have developed a uniform of sorts for travel. I use a wheeled carry on for the overhead and a backpack for my "personal item" under the seat. It holds my iPad, chargers, toiletry bag, Bose noise-canceling headphones, socks, wallet and ticket, etc. At my destination I never carry a bag. It gets stuffed into the hotel safe or locked in my suitcase and left in the room. Passport, cash, cards and a couple of bandaids go into a zipped nylon pouch that loops on my belt and is tucked into my waistband, not to be seen and next to my body. I love the freedom, I'm never a target for pickpockets or purse snatchers, and I have SO much more energy for miles of walking if I'm not lugging a bag. Just the thought of something hanging on my shoulder or arm all day makes me tired.
I put a lipstick in my pocket and sometimes a small, thin comb if it is windy. My sunglasses go on my face or on top of my head. That's it. Easy-peasy.
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