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Iamminda said:
Oh yes, the Alma in monogram is a classic beauty. Definitely a great bag to add for you. That’s great that the water spill didn’t do anything to your Speedy. I have read about the Patina Champ method but can’t imagine doing it. But apparently it works! I think the Pallas is beautiful as well — I like that it doesn’t have any vachetta. But the sizes don’t work for me — BB is too small, regular size too big.

I had just edited my last reply to you to tell you about my HG before I saw your reply (I just deleted it and will put it here instead). I think my HG would be a Jumbo Black Chanel Boy. I am so in love with the way it looks but can’t afford it. And even with the jumbo size, I am not sure if it is big enough to hold my stuff. So in the meantime, I am considering a Sully (discontinued monogram hobo but sometimes new ones are listed), a black preloved Chanel shoulder bag/tote (a few different styles), or a new black YSL monogram college bag.
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I like the Chanel flaps myself, quilted black with that beautiful chain strap but it's not in my financial cards, either.

I read a great book called Coco Chanel: The Legend and the Life by Justine Picardie which might interest you. It's packed with photographs and is an outstanding read. (Kind of fulfills the Chanel wants, at least temporarily).

I looked up all your choices and each one is more beautiful than the last! It will be a wonderful thought process to consider each one of these gorgeous pieces.

I thought the Alma would be a good addition as a hand held bag for me. I also like the discontinued Tivoli but that would have to be a preloved purchase. So I'm not too sure.

I love the Pallas as a work bag but I'm so enjoying my Speedies I don't need another work bag unless I sell something (not the Speedies!) The BB is too small as an everyday bag --see, I'm learning!
 
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musiclover said:
I like the Chanel flaps myself, quilted black with that beautiful chain strap but it's not in my financial cards, either.

I read a great book called Coco Chanel: The Legend and the Life by Justine Picardie which might interest you. It's packed with photographs and is an outstanding read. (Kind of fulfills the Chanel wants, at least temporarily).

I looked up all your choices and each one is more beautiful than the last! It will be a wonderful thought process to consider each one of these gorgeous pieces.

I thought the Alma would be a good addition as a hand held bag for me. I also like the discontinued Tivoli but that would have to be a preloved purchase. So I'm not too sure.

I love the Pallas as a work bag but I'm so enjoying my Speedies I don't need another work bag unless I sell something (not the Speedies!) The BB is too small as an everyday bag --see, I'm learning!
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Oh thanks I should see if that book is available at the library or Amazon. I also like the flaps too but realize I would need a jumbo one (that’s why I bought the MK CC-inspired bag to see if a regular/medium size would work for me — No). To satisfy my Boy craving, I almost bought a new Boy wallet on Friday (which I thought was the exact same size as my ZCPs but turned out to be about 1/2 inch shorter than my ZCPs, thanks to a TPFer who provided a YouTube comparison link). I guess maybe (?) I am glad I didn’t get this wallet because ideally I would want a different hardware and chevron instead of quilted diamond stitching.
 
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Iamminda said:
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Oh thanks I should see if that book is available at the library or Amazon. I also like the flaps too but realize I would need a jumbo one (that’s why I bought the MK CC-inspired bag to see if a regular/medium size would work for me — No). To satisfy my Boy craving, I almost bought a new Boy wallet on Friday (which I thought was the exact same size as my ZCPs but turned out to be about 1/2 inch shorter than my ZCPs, thanks to a TPFer who provided a YouTube comparison link). I guess maybe (?) I am glad I didn’t get this wallet because ideally I would want a different hardware and chevron instead of quilted diamond stitching.
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It's good how you are testing out possibilities before making a big commitment. I like your ZCPs a lot and I think when I'm ready, it would be an ideal small wallet.
 
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#17,421
Iamminda said:
That looks like a nice bag [although I can’t do open top bags myself). Would it be in addition to the large tote you wanted/posted about on a different thread?
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It shouldn’t be... but it probably is haha. I like that it has only one strap. I like the artsy but the strap is so round that it slides off my shoulder. I am still on the hunt for a good tote. My tote short list is the Iena MM, Neverfull GM, Chloé Milo tote, the Gucci reversible tote and the Longchamp Penelope in the large size.
 
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Chiichan said:
It shouldn’t be... but it probably is haha. I like that it has only one strap. I like the artsy but the strap is so round that it slides off my shoulder. I am still on the hunt for a good tote. My tote short list is the Iena MM, Neverfull GM, Chloé Milo tote, the Gucci reversible tote and the Longchamp Penelope in the large size.
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The Artsy is gorgeous but think it is heavy (just saw a DA one yesterday). Good tote list (I have to look up the Gucci and Chloe one when I get home). I kinda like the look of the Penelope but it doesn’t work for me. Good luck deciding
 
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Harley77 said:
So my ebay listing goal is failing miserably, I just can't find the time to take pics and hunt down boxes for 20+ bags. I think I might pick 5 bags and send them off to ebay valet. I know I won't make nearly as much but honestly would be happy if I got back $50 for each bag. If it goes decent I might sums out 5 more bags. I have a ton of slgs as well, but I don't think they will take them.
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Have you tried getting USPS priority mail boxes sent to your home? That's what I did. Just a thought.
 
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musiclover said:
Yes, I think I'm going to return the Soho. I keep trying different configurations but it drives me crazy trying to make it work. Pebbled leather and coated canvas are much more forgiving.

I've been using my LV pochette to carry my essentials around in my handbag. I wanted the Soho to switch out with it but I'll just keep using the pochette for now.
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Sounds like a return to me. Better to return than sit there unused.
 
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Iamminda said:
Lately, I feel a bit irritated by my “small” bags (Willis, Dakotah, etc). Maybe I am too lazy to clean the junk in my purse but there’s not enough room in my “small” bags.
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I don't have many small ones because I can't function with them. I like larger bags like totes, Edies, and lately the Rogue. Two pair of glasses takes a lot of space!
 
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Here is my little swim (more like wading lol) that I took during LT's open buying time. Picked up this Nolita 19 on a super awesome Macy's sale, plus with my gift card, I spent about $5.00 out of pocket!!! Score!!! I needed something small I could throw in my work tote for after work happy hours or quick stops, and would fit my phone and some basic essentials. I can also put on a strap and wear crossbody. I love the detailing on the sides! It's the Nolita 19 in Mineral, pebbled leather. JM approved. [emoji3]
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eleanors36 said:
I don't have many small ones because I can't function with them. I like larger bags like totes, Edies, and lately the Rogue. Two pair of glasses takes a lot of space!
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I think I have less than half a dozen “small” ones (and I think they are not small for other people but I carry too much junk). But I feel like I should have some “small” ones for variety.
 
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BeachBagGal said:
Here is my little swim (more like wading lol) that I took during LT's open buying time. Picked up this Nolita 19 on a super awesome Macy's sale, plus with my gift card, I spent about $5.00 out of pocket!!! Score!!! I needed something small I could throw in my work tote for after work happy hours or quick stops, and would fit my phone and some basic essentials. I can also put on a strap and wear crossbody. I love the detailing on the sides! It's the Nolita 19 in Mineral, pebbled leather. JM approved. [emoji3]
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Great score. I love this mineral color and the detailing on the sides. Most importantly, it is JM-approved :)
 
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