Kelly 25 and 28 on 5’1 sizing help!!

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#31
carlinha said:
Couldn't have said it better myself!

Was going to comment the same exact. Buy what you love and will suit your comfort/lifestyle/purpose for the bag. Any size/height/weight can honestly rock any bag size. It's how you perceive it and how confident you are carrying it.
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Completely agree. When a bag is wearing you rather than the other way around, there’s usually a bit more than just size at issue in terms of whether it works in with your style.
 
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hermesgeek said:
Never say never! Sorry if this is going out of topic but I just want to tell you you can still get the height with comfort! I’m going to let you in on my dirty little secret lol on regular days I wear heels - mostly louboutin, vivier, Blahnik, and Chanel the highest I wear are normally 85mm as that’s the maximum height I can tolerate nowadays like this photo I posted last week in the action thread (85mm louboutin if I’m not mistaken)View attachment 5746102On days I’m feeling brave for like a date night or a restaurant only engagement, I bring out my 100-115mm. Gone are the days I can wear my 120mm louboutins though I still use them for photo ops as it really elongates my legs. But my secret to looking taller when wearing outfits that barely show my shoes are the Gucci Sally platform wedge I discovered several years ago. Yes, I don’t like how it looks and I had no intention of buying them but I tried it on for fun as they looked ridiculous but ended up buying two pairs just for when I break it. I had to buy them even if I’m not a fan of platform shoes because it’s the only shoe that gives me the height and comfort. So if you really want the height and are into clothes that barely show your shoes, this is a good shoe to buy lol and platform heels are coming back as I’ve seen Valentino and Tom Ford bring back those crazy high towering heels.
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This was taken by my son on the day I tried them on for fun lol isn’t it ridiculous but I love that I’m 5’6” when I wear this.
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OMG! I was obsessed with these and seriously intended buying them but then I reminded myself that I have ongoing ankle issues from a torn achilles and damaged ligaments from an accident when I went over on the side going downstairs in platforms a few years ago so realistically would be unlikely to be able to do more than sit and stand in them..forget walking or god-forbid going downstairs!
But I drool seeing them in your photo.
Back on topic however...
I'm 1m60-around 5'3" US size 4-6 and and I have Kelly's in 28 and 40..
As previously mentioned its more to do with personal style and the vibe you want with the bag than ones height and build.
Also I personally prefer an emptyish large bag than a bag thats full and hard to find things in.
My kelly 28 (or actually may be a 25..its vintage I should measure it..doh!) I like with more tailored outfits it makes me feel chic, ladylike.
The 40 feels a bit 'cooler' more bohemian rock and roll even.
 
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maxroxxherhandbags said:
Also I personally prefer an emptyish large bag than a bag thats full and hard to find things in.
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I’m the same. My K32 hits the sweet spot for this - roomy retourne and not overstuffed even with an iPad mini and associated paraphernalia thrown in there. I tend to use the 32 much more than my 28 sellier, which can be a bit too ladylike (and less roomy) for my life most days! Nothing to do with my height.
 
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Hi everyone!! Thank you so much for all of your help I ended up ordering this beauty from rebag!! The 25 is definitely the perfect size for me as I prefer smaller bags, but the 28 also would’ve worked! I wouldn’t have been able to feel ok to make this purchase without everyone’s help in sizing, thanks again

(Also, just had a procedure done on my face so don’t mind the redness)

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Danstuh said:
Hi everyone!! Thank you so much for all of your help I ended up ordering this beauty from rebag!! The 25 is definitely the perfect size for me as I prefer smaller bags, but the 28 also would’ve worked! I wouldn’t have been able to feel ok to make this purchase without everyone’s help in sizing, thanks again

(Also, just had a procedure done on my face so don’t mind the redness)

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Congrats on a gorgeous bag! You look exceptionally lovely and tall! :drinks: :drinks: :drinks:
 
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Danstuh said:
Hi everyone!! Thank you so much for all of your help I ended up ordering this beauty from rebag!! The 25 is definitely the perfect size for me as I prefer smaller bags, but the 28 also would’ve worked! I wouldn’t have been able to feel ok to make this purchase without everyone’s help in sizing, thanks again

(Also, just had a procedure done on my face so don’t mind the redness)

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Congrats! The size looks perfect on you! My fav color :loveeyes:
 
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