Share Your Edited Bag Closet Journey......

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From your purse collection, if you had to pick 1 to 5 purses to get rid of, which ones would those be?

My curated purse collection

• LV Speedy 25B in DE
• LV Palm Springs Mini in monogram
• Diorama WOC in grey
• LV Neverfull MM in DE
• Garden Party 30 in black leather
• LV Pochette Metis in Empriente in the colour turtledove
• Mulberry Lily in medium in black
• Mulberry Bayswater in the colour oak
• LV Alma BB in DE
• Chanel Boy old medium in black
• Polene Huit

For me, I have been considering about selling my Chanel Boy. It is my least used bag, yet most expensive! Mine is 17 series, so I bought it years ago at a "good" price. The bag is now almost double in price. It is not about making a profit, I just can't get the cost per wear down. But, my friends told me to keep it and give it to my daughter . Well, my daughter can inherit my whole purse collection, not just the Chanel Boy. She seems to love bags too!

Wishlist - Goyard Artois MM .

Perhaps you might enjoy reading this thread? Many have shared their experience in editing their collection of bags.

 

[diane278]

Yay! Looking forward to photos and good luck!

Well…this new closet situation has certainly become a learning experience. My previous closet set-up evolved as my handbag addiction grew. I went into this one with pre-conceived notions that have not ended up being part of my new reality….at least not yet. I thought this would be easy after all these years, but it hasn‘t been easy at all.

On the positive side, I have not been craving any new bags….this is huge for me. I requested mostly hanging space in the main closet and mostly shelving in the (much) smaller closet. In the past, I’ve always “merchandised” my closets….trying to achieve a nice aesthetic. I’m a long ways from achieving that now.

My initial attempt: sweaters on shelves and blown glass paperweights above. (these are headed for a box in the other bedroom). I’m disappointed with this display. Not a handbag in sight! What’s happened to me?!!!


Previous closet display:


New closet hanging sections…so boring…


Smaller (shoe) closet:


Clearly, I have a lot more work to do. Right now the bags remain in the trunk. I only remove the one I’m going to carry. I’d hate to think that I‘m losing interest, but I do think I’m less ‘bag addicted’ than I used to be. I’m still determined to make my closets more attractive….God only knows how long this will take….

 

[indiaink]

@PineappleMinnie you may find this thread interesting: Share Your Edited Bag Closet Journey

And there are other threads of 'cleaning out' stories. I like Diane's thread above, though - many people have since shared their stories. It's a great thread.

 

[RueMonge]

Well…this new closet situation has certainly become a learning experience. My previous closet set-up evolved as my handbag addiction grew. I went into this one with pre-conceived notions that have not ended up being part of my new reality….at least not yet. I thought this would be easy after all these years, but it hasn‘t been easy at all.

On the positive side, I have not been craving any new bags….this is huge for me. I requested mostly hanging space in the main closet and mostly shelving in the (much) smaller closet. In the past, I’ve always “merchandised” my closets….trying to achieve a nice aesthetic. I’m a long ways from achieving that now.

My initial attempt: sweaters on shelves and blown glass paperweights above. (these are headed for a box in the other bedroom). I’m disappointed with this display. Not a handbag in sight! What’s happened to me?!!!
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Previous closet display:
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New closet hanging sections…so boring…
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Smaller (shoe) closet:
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Clearly, I have a lot more work to do. Right now the bags remain in the trunk. I only remove the one I’m going to carry. I’d hate to think that I‘m losing interest, but I do think I’m less ‘bag addicted’ than I used to be. I’m still determined to make my closets more attractive….God only knows how long this will take….

Oh I love the painting there! I hope you grow to love your new closet. How are you liking the rest of your apartment?

 

[Ghettoe]

I lean somewhat minimalist so this thread was made for me with my 13 pairs of shoes (Used to be 8 but I moved to a City with a lot of walking, and four seasons) and 5 bags (Two are work backpacks because I prefer to be handsfree on the subway). I will probably pare down to four bags in the future but it depends on what life will be like post COVID. If I didn't have to carry my work laptop with me, I would not need the extra backpack.

My bag Collection is
Louis Vuitton Neverfull
Celine Nano
A random $17 mini bag that I use for going out.
Two backpacks.

My pared down lifestyle is about reducing choice. Other people thrive on being able to make decisions but I do not. For some, waking up in the morning, picking their outfit, bag, makeup is therapeutic or some thing that sparks joy, but for me, it isn't. I just want to put minimal effort into those things, and look good.

 

[diane278]

Oh I love the painting there! I hope you grow to love your new closet. How are you liking the rest of your apartment?

Thank you…that piece was previously in my kitchen. It’s going well. Downsizing is a job.

 

[bagnut1]

Well…this new closet situation has certainly become a learning experience. My previous closet set-up evolved as my handbag addiction grew. I went into this one with pre-conceived notions that have not ended up being part of my new reality….at least not yet. I thought this would be easy after all these years, but it hasn‘t been easy at all.

On the positive side, I have not been craving any new bags….this is huge for me. I requested mostly hanging space in the main closet and mostly shelving in the (much) smaller closet. In the past, I’ve always “merchandised” my closets….trying to achieve a nice aesthetic. I’m a long ways from achieving that now.

My initial attempt: sweaters on shelves and blown glass paperweights above. (these are headed for a box in the other bedroom). I’m disappointed with this display. Not a handbag in sight! What’s happened to me?!!!
View attachment 5282505

Previous closet display:
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New closet hanging sections…so boring…
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Smaller (shoe) closet:
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Clearly, I have a lot more work to do. Right now the bags remain in the trunk. I only remove the one I’m going to carry. I’d hate to think that I‘m losing interest, but I do think I’m less ‘bag addicted’ than I used to be. I’m still determined to make my closets more attractive….God only knows how long this will take….

You have great bones to work with in those closets, so the visual aspect will come over time I am sure. And, I sorta love the bags-in-the-trunk approach, which I would consider just keeping in play if it were me. You have such lovely things to work and play around with. Enjoy!!

 

[diane278]

You have great bones to work with in those closets, so the visual aspect will come over time I am sure. And, I sorta love the bags-in-the-trunk approach, which I would consider just keeping in play if it were me. You have such lovely things to work and play around with. Enjoy!!

I agree that the infrastructure is good. I do need to clear some things out and that‘ll happen over time. I have learned that keeping the bags in the trunk (out of sight) helps to keep my mind free from being distracted. I decide which bag I’ll use on any day, if any bag at all, without going through everything. So far, it’s just easier for me…..

 

[Fimpagebag]

While I applaud all your efforts, I know myself far too well than to think I’ll ever have fewer bags than I do now.

Mainly because I employ my collection as both a proving ground and occasional rehab center.

No matter how much I’m initially attracted to a bag, I don’t keep it if it doesn’t meet my needs.

As for my rehab efforts, some bags just cry out to be saved.

Sometimes my efforts go for naught, while others are a success.

My most recent success has been with a vintage woven Wilson Leather shoulder bag.

Before:



And after…



So while I admittedly give myself a failing grade for minimalism, I will give myself a passing grade for sustainability.

 

[LouiseCPH]

I agree that the infrastructure is good. I do need to clear some things out and that‘ll happen over time. I have learned that keeping the bags in the trunk (out of sight) helps to keep my mind free from being distracted. I decide which bag I’ll use on any day, if any bag at all, without going through everything. So far, it’s just easier for me…..

And do you also rotate your bags when you don’t see them?

I find that if I don’t see them - bags, shoes, clothes, jewelry etc - I tend to forget them. To a degree that I buy something for the second time (well, at least I am consistent in my taste….). The app ‘Stylebook’ helps a bit too, and I challenge myself to use different bags to get the cost or wear down….

 

[diane278]

And do you also rotate your bags when you don’t see them?

I find that if I don’t see them - bags, shoes, clothes, jewelry etc - I tend to forget them. To a degree that I buy something for the second time (well, at least I am consistent in my taste….). The app ‘Stylebook’ helps a bit too, and I challenge myself to use different bags to get the cost or wear down….

I think I’m rotating them as much as I ever did, which I’d call haphazard at the best. I usually decide what I think will work best with what I’m wearing and then grab that bag. But some days I don’t carry a bag at all. Where I’m living, I don’t need to carry any money, and if I’m not driving anywhere, I don’t need to carry anything. I’m living in a retirement community where I can charge any meals or anything else I might need. I‘m in a much different place “bag wise” than I used to be, and it’s taken some getting used to. My smaller bags get used the most right now.…so I guess the answer is “No, I’m not really aware of much rotation….but there are some bags that go out to dinner better and some that are better as “daily drivers”.

 

[indiaink]

While I applaud all your efforts, I know myself far too well than to think I’ll ever have fewer bags than I do now.

Mainly because I employ my collection as both a proving ground and occasional rehab center.

No matter how much I’m initially attracted to a bag, I don’t keep it if it doesn’t meet my needs.

As for my rehab efforts, some bags just cry out to be saved.

Sometimes my efforts go for naught, while others are a success.

My most recent success has been with a vintage woven Wilson Leather shoulder bag.

Before:

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And after…

View attachment 5283254

So while I admittedly give myself a failing grade for minimalism, I will give myself a passing grade for sustainability.

OH!!!!! You had good 'bones' on this one (and what a gorgeous piece of work you've done!) ... The Pelle Studio line was the best leather; a few (or more) years ago when the physical Wilson's Stores closed down (what you might find now aren't really "Wilson's" anymore) they had huge sales of their leather hides that were used to make bags, and I manage to snag quite a bit of it that I use for little craft projects. Now that leather has gotten so expensive I wish I'd bought more of it.

Back to topic ... I've got my collection down to 11 varied brands; no longer hanging out with one brand, but I branched out a bit. The Row (4), Hermes (1), Max Mara (1), Mansur Gavriel (1), Portland Leather Goods (2), Shinola (1), and I can't for the life of me remember the 11th one (at the office right now), which probably means I need to get rid of it. LOL.

 

[Fimpagebag]

OH!!!!! You had good 'bones' on this one (and what a gorgeous piece of work you've done!) ... The Pelle Studio line was the best leather; a few (or more) years ago when the physical Wilson's Stores closed down (what you might find now aren't really "Wilson's" anymore) they had huge sales of their leather hides that were used to make bags, and I manage to snag quite a bit of it that I use for little craft projects. Now that leather has gotten so expensive I wish I'd bought more of it.

Back to topic ... I've got my collection down to 11 varied brands; no longer hanging out with one brand, but I branched out a bit. The Row (4), Hermes (1), Max Mara (1), Mansur Gavriel (1), Portland Leather Goods (2), Shinola (1), and I can't for the life of me remember the 11th one (at the office right now), which probably means I need to get rid of it. LOL.

Great minds, Indiaink! Back in the day I grabbed up a few hides as well.

Back to topic: I too have a variety of brands. Brahmin (2), Dooney (8), Divina Firenze (3),Gerard Darel (3), Longchamp (4), Patricia Nash (6), Piero Guidi (1), Valentina Fiore (6), and Wilson Leather Pelle Studio (3).

 

[LouiseCPH]

OH!!!!! You had good 'bones' on this one (and what a gorgeous piece of work you've done!) ... The Pelle Studio line was the best leather; a few (or more) years ago when the physical Wilson's Stores closed down (what you might find now aren't really "Wilson's" anymore) they had huge sales of their leather hides that were used to make bags, and I manage to snag quite a bit of it that I use for little craft projects. Now that leather has gotten so expensive I wish I'd bought more of it.

Back to topic ... I've got my collection down to 11 varied brands; no longer hanging out with one brand, but I branched out a bit. The Row (4), Hermes (1), Max Mara (1), Mansur Gavriel (1), Portland Leather Goods (2), Shinola (1), and I can't for the life of me remember the 11th one (at the office right now), which probably means I need to get rid of it. LOL.

Bottega Veneta??

 

[indiaink]

Bottega Veneta??

I guess it's a bit obvious to those who've been following me for a long time. Yep, Kering just killed it for me when they made such massive changes to the brand in such a short time. I may have tossed the baby out with the bathwater but I'm happy, so?

Oh - I remembered the 11th bag - also a The Row, but it's a more of a date night or 'outing' bag and I haven't carried yet.