Totally agreed. I have the same issue where I notice that I have duplicates but only gravitate towards one of the styles. It's like I keep buying the same bag over and over again, lol. I do the same with my clothes.I'm also thinking about getting a Strathberry, probably their tote. But none of the sizes really float my boat. I'd prefer a size between the nano and midi tote.Do you have a particular model in mind?
Congrats to your new purchase and I agree, the inflation is really bad and we need to be more selective about who deserves our hard earned money. I also have the same policy - 1 in, 1 out, and I try to make sure that each bag doesn't have a duplicate in my closet already because I found myself reaching for the same bag for particular occassions, not rotating them (e.g. a "date night/going out" bag, a "work/errands" bag, etc.). I hope you find a good buyer soon.
I've been eyeing the new Strathberry x SJP collaboration, the City Osette with the chain strap. It might be too small but it is so cute.
I also like the Strathberry chain crossbody bag and the East West collection. I'll probably get something with a chain, since I'm also letting go of my YSL Mini Lou crossbody because I have yet to wear it since October 2022. It's still brand new and just sitting in my closet and I no longer want to keep bags I don't use, regardless of how beautiful they are.
I have the tendency to buy too many bags and only use a few of them. It's almost like I don't know myself well yet so I am trying to curate my own impulses and resist the temptation to get bags just because they're gorgeous or on sale, and only get the ones I actually need and will use. Otherwise, it's just wasted money and closet space.
