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I want to take the leap....I really do...but with what bag??

emanu1016

emanu1016

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    Well, I've been sneaking around here on the Chanel forum for the past few weeks and recently while I was at Neimans exchanging my Hermes Dogon (sides were flaking...long story) I mentioned to one of the BEST SA's in the world--Lisa Hamlin (big THANKS to Jag for the referral) that I wanted a great clutch. Since my life rarely requires a clutch, I don't own one. But I've felt the need recently that I should at least have one great business casual/semi formal bag. So Lisa suggests the Chanel Timeless in Caviar--and it is on hold for me until Wed. I think it is just amazing!

    BUT, my question is.....should I take my first jump with Chanel with the clutch or should I just plunge in and get a bag. I do lean toward a little more simply, casual style. I'm a mother to a 4 year old with hands covered in PB&J all the time!

    Please any suggestions and pics. would be greatly appreciated.

    THANKS :smile:
     
    alouette

    alouette

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    Hmm..although the timeless clutch is well, truly timeless, I think it may be a little impractical for your lifestyle considering what you've already disclosed to us. If dealing w/ a 4 year old isn't enough, I doubt you want to be concerned with getting your bag dirty too or worrying about it.

    I'd say something like a cerf tote or maybe a medallion tote?? They can fit over the shoulder and it has really durable leather too. Just my .02!

    Keep us posted!
     
    xegbl

    xegbl

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    Well, even though i have a 2-year old and one more on the way, I don't see why you can't get the clutch. It depends on what you want to use it for.

    I also just bought the clutch and I intend to use it for occasions where I go out with friends, shopping, even formal dinners, etc.

    Also, most of the time, I don't use my bag to carry my kid's stuff, I use a diaper bag. Imagine milk or juice leaking in your chanel bag, nah.. i don't want that to happen :yucky:
     
    tln

    tln

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    emanu1016 said:
    Thank you all so much! I love the idea of a tote, but I can't seem to get that clutch out of my head. It's calling me :P

    I think I may just need to get it!!!
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    What about an E/W flap? They can work as a clutch or you can use them for carrying a few things while you run errands. Double duty, really, and that bag will never go out of style.
     
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    erm_chan

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    I was also thinking of the east west flap. You can hide the chain in the bag if you want to use it as a clutch.

    Wallet on a chain is also nice but a bit smaller. It can be used like a clutch, on shoulder or messenger style.

    Pics are in the reference forum under classic flaps.
     
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