How old were you and what was your first purse?

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1)How old are you and when did you get your first designer bag?
I'm 27. I got my first designer bag when I was 24.

2)And what was it?
A brown canvas Gucci logo tote (probably the first and last logo bag I'll ever sport, except for maybe a couple key pieces of classic LV mono luggage).

3)How many purses do you have in your collection?
So small I can actually list them: the Gucci, a gold patent Valentino Histoire, and a soon-to-arrive black rh Balenciaga City (VERY EXITED!)

4)How many accessories (wallets..etc)?
LV Zippy wallet in Amarante

5)What bag are you dying to get next?
After the City, something white---I've had my eye on the white BV woven shoulder bag that's up for pre-order at Saks.....
 
1)How old are you and when did you get your first designer bag?
29. I'm a late bloomer and my first designer bag will soon be on it's way.

2)And what was it?
The bag that will induct me into this wonderful and mysterious new world of luxury is a Balenciaga.

3)How many purses do you have in your collection?
Zero.

4)How many accessories (wallets..etc)?
Again, none.

5)What bag are you dying to get next?
A Hermès Kelly.
 
1)How old are you and when did you get your first designer bag?

I'm eagerly approaching my 47th birthday. I don't remember when I got my first designer bag, but it was probably in my 30's after I started making a good salary.

2)And what was it?

I don't actually remember. So much for the theory that "you always remember your first." :p

3)How many purses do you have in your collection?

SIX!

3 everyday bags and 2 clutches, all designer. 1 non-designer frame clutch. I like a small collection.

Oh and that doesn't count my Le Pliage bags; I consider those grocery bags/knockaround bags/emergency totes, not purses.

4)How many accessories (wallets..etc)?

2 Ferragamo wallets.
1 BV wallet.
2 BV card cases
2 BV cosmetic cases.
Assorted Longchamp leather coin purses and cosmetic bags.


5)What bag are you dying to get next?

None, honestly. I feel pretty content with my collection.
 
1)How old are you and when did you get your first designer bag?
I am 20. I bought my first designer bag when I was 18.

2)And what was it?
It was a black Dooney & Bourke heart bag. [forget the style name] It has since been sold.

3)How many purses do you have in your collection?
Designer Bags - I have 3, all coach.
Non-Designer - A few cute clutches. And an NFL Ravens Jersey Tote and an MLB Orioles Tote that I use when I go to the stadium.

4)How many accessories (wallets..etc)?
Coach
2 Cell phone lanyards [don't even know where they are, though]
1 Keychain [it's actually a keyfob but i have it on my keys]
2 Wallets [one on the way]
1 Vintage makeup bag

LeSportSac
1 Makeup bag [My mom's boss gave it to her and she didn't like it. might use it to hold my digital camera and video camera]

5)What bag are you dying to get next?
Anything in my signature below. Probably going to be a coach, but who knows.
 
1)How old are you and when did you get your first designer bag?
I'm 19 and I got my first designer bag at around 14, an LV Speedy 30 in Monogram

2)And what was it?
See above

3)How many purses do you have in your collection?
Definitely too many ..and, at the same time, never enough ;)

4)How many accessories (wallets..etc)?
Very few, I've been using the same Prada wallet since I was 15

5)What bag are you dying to get next?
An Hermès Picotin in Barenia or a BV Veneta... I'm actually dreaming of a Nancy Gonzalez but I'd feel guilty wearing non-vintage crocodile or alligator
 
1)How old are you and when did you get your first designer bag?
I'm 31 and I got my first designer bag when I was 13.

2)And what was it?
A small flap coach bag that can be worn cross-body or with long strap.

3)How many purses do you have in your collection?
Enough for now...I think about 16 (which includes a variety of designers, Kooba, Botkier, Gucci, LV, Kate Spade, Coach, Fendi, Rebecca Minkoff, Prada, Longchamp, Lauren Merkin)

4)How many accessories (wallets..etc)?
A Prada wallet and Make-up Bag, Coach wristlet and a Gucci Belt Bag.

5)What bag are you dying to get next?
Right now I am still dying over my purchase yesterday, a LV Tivoli PM. And I think I need to save money! But I would love to add a Marc Jacobs Bag to my collection :winkiss:
 
1)How old are you and when did you get your first designer bag?
22 & 22

2)And what was it?
The large suede Mulberry East West Bayswater in emerald (L)

3)How many purses do you have in your collection?
3 designer and I think 7 or 8 non-designer

4)How many accessories (wallets..etc)?
Two wallets (Mulberry Agyness and Marc Jacobs Marky)

5)What bag are you dying to get next?
I'm so happy with my emerald Mulberry that I don't look for something else yet haha
 
1)How old are you and when did you get your first designer bag?
I'm 23 and I got my first designer bag when I was 18

2)And what was it?
A huge bag in black leather from a french designer ba&sh.

3)How many purses do you have in your collection?
i have seven bags,most from french designer.1 gérard darel,2 velvetine,1 "les petites",one balenciaga....

4)How many accessories (wallets..etc)?
just my celine mahieux wallet in python

5)What bag are you dying to get next?
i'am thinking about black paraty python,or maybe a hermes
 
1)How old are you and when did you get your first designer bag?
I'm 23 and I got my first designer bag 2 years ago.
2)And what was it?
A Michael Kors red patent bag. Don't remember the name. He's not really a premium designer like Chanel, but my first designer bag in general.
3)How many purses do you have in your collection?
Five I think? Not really sure...
4)How many accessories (wallets..etc)?
Maybe 10 or more. Don't really count.
5)What bag are you dying to get next?
Depending on how much I get when I get a job in a few months, hopefully a Chanel, Prada, or Dior bag. If I don't get paid as much, I'll probably go for another Michael Kors or Coach bag, though I'm really trying to stay away from Coach.
 
1)How old are you and when did you get your first designer bag?
Currently 26, first designer bag was when I was 23

2)And what was it?
Le Sportsac and Tokidoki-Zucca Adios Star Print from Spring 2007

3)How many purses do you have in your collection?
10 designer, 3 non designer

4)How many accessories (wallets..etc)?
Burberry Large zip Nova check in white
Balenciaga Money wallet in black (on the way!)

5)What bag are you dying to get next?
Victoria II 35 Tote Bag, étoupé taurillon clemence leather...beautiful
 
1)How old are you and when did you get your first designer bag?
25, 17 when i bought my own.

2)And what was it?

a coach Hampton tote

3)How many purses do you have in your collection?
maybe 20

4)How many accessories (wallets..etc)?
maybe 15

5)What bag are you dying to get next?
coach peyton flap, dooney awl drawstring bag, then a LV mini lin.
 
1)How old are you and when did you get your first designer bag?
I am 24. I purchase my first "designer" bag with my first corporate paycheck when I was 21.

2)And what was it?
Dooney & Bourke Croco Tassel Tote in Honey.

3)How many purses do you have in your collection?
25ish?

4)How many accessories (wallets..etc)?
I have a Hayden-Harnett Bungalow wallet in ruby and a Juicy long leather wallet (gift from parents) that I switch occasionally.

5)What bag are you dying to get next?
The Holy Grail would be a Chanel flap in grey. Realistically, I am eyeing the MBMJ Classic Hilier hobo in tan and the MJ Large Single in grey >>>> when I land my dream job :)
 
1)How old are you and when did you get your first designer bag?
Im 33, and I got my first designer bag at 18.


2)And what was it?
LV Ellipse shopper. I got it with my summerjob -at-the-fishmarket-money, and it is still alive and well, in the care of my mother.



3)How many purses do you have in your collection?
Right now I have 12, but my max has been around 35, all LVs at the time.


4)How many accessories (wallets..etc)?
Unsure. I have a few bracelets, shawls, wallets, credit card holders and such... About 10? 12?


5)What bag are you dying to get next?
I would like to offer my soul for an LV Mahina in Acajou. If anyone is looking to do that trade, please PM me and we can set it up, no problem.
 
1. how old are you and when did you get your first designer bag?
im 18 and i got my first designer bag when i was 16.

2. and what was it?
louis vuitton mono neverfull.

3. how many purses do you have in your collection?
lots of non-designer and 3 designer bags.

4. how many accessories?
zero. not really interested on accessories...

5. what bag are you dying to get next?
louis vuitton damier azur speedy 30!
 
1. How old are you and when did you get your first designer bag?
I'm 19, and I got my first designer bag at age 10.

2. What was it?
It was a red leather coach back pack.

3.How many bags do you have in your collection?
I have over 15 designer bags.

4. How many accessories?
I would say maybe around 10.

5. What bag are you dying to get next?
Louis Vuitton Damier Azur Neverfull MM!
 
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