It isn't a problem for me because no one says that to me and I don't watch videos. I know what I need more than some stranger whose lifestyle is different from mine.
Share Your Edited Bag Closet Journey......
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@poleneinblack, I think you already know the answer, since your “small collection meets your every need”. Speaking for myself, where you seem to be already, is where I aspire to be. Most of us here have been, or are currently, editing our collections….which is why we spend some time here sharing what does, and doesn’t, work for us. Personally, I have been known to shop impulsively or, occasionally, out of boredom (especially during the pandemic).…although I think I’m passed that now. At least I hope so!
Somehow I’ve escaped the feeling that I need any specific bag. I don’t follow any general must have rules. Although I think Kelly’s are beautiful, I can’t see myself carrying one. When considering a medium sized shoulder bag, I chose a Verrou instead of the more popular Constance…despite that my SA at the time told me she would help me get whatever bag I wanted. TPF is my only social media. I don’t watch bag videos. I feel I’ve learned everything I need to know from the members here, who are always generous with their knowledge. However, I’m now convinced that I’m close to getting my bag collection “dialed in” to where it needs to be. Finally!
Others here will have more updated strategies to share. I’m 72, and not familiar with the various social media options out there.
I agree with @diane278's points on this. I too forgo participation in recreational social media except for here (though I am a committed lurker on Insta, following a handful of artists). I don't know how old you are but one thing that does happen with age is knowing ourselves better and with more clarity. What others tell you about what you "should" be doing/buying/thinking becomes more and more irrelevant.
Also a handy way to think about a building collection is cost per wear. It really captures the "it"-ness of a bag (one that feels tired after only one season will have a much higher CPW than a classic, no matter how many times you use it that one season) and also its flexibility in different situations. My "go to" style of bag is big enough to go out with me all day and still look nice at dinner if I don't have time to make it home in between. (Or at least I think so, "normal" is still in flux!) So, my shelf with smaller bags is limited to ones that can be worn on the weekend and look good no matter if it's at a BBQ, neighborhood wine bar, or the theater.
In essence it's all about you, your budget, your taste, your lifestyle. Ask yourself those questions and ignore everyone else. It sounds like you are already content and having fun so keep that going!
Internet people are paid to say buy this or that, or this is essential or every wardrobe needs this. It’s meaningless noise created for a money grab.
If they are not paid to wear a certain bag at least they are getting paid because they show it to us. We don't have that going for us. This is exactly why I dislike using influencers for marketing purposes.
It’s black Hunter Leather. This is the original bag with its black strap:
I have put the black and white shoulder strap on it to see if that makes it more user friendly For my needs. I think it’s better, but I’m not sure about Daily use.
Closet for Departing Bags…..those which may be leaving in the future.
Sorry for the long time responding to this! I used a spreadsheet, which told me how many days I used my bags. Also which colors, sizes, etc. It was helpful to guide rehoming and purchases.
I can't believe it's almost Labor Day! Fall for me is the definitive renewal season (I know for most people it's Spring but Fall has always been my favorite for weather and also Getting New Stuff).
This past summer was really busy and I'm looking ahead to New Normal (not just because of Covid but also a couple of major work/life changes). This has all led to a major purge..... almost a dozen designer bags are gone or will be going shortly, as are nearly all of my Doodahs. (I did acquire 3 new doodahs over the summer - those are staying.) I also recently picked up two new-to-me designers, which I am going to build a chunk of my fall wardrobe planning around (in addition to the still-feels-new suede Ricky from last spring and my Peter Nitz from last year).
I am going to do my darnedest to buy ZERO additional bags through the end of the year.
Next up.... editing the scarf drawers!
This past summer was really busy and I'm looking ahead to New Normal (not just because of Covid but also a couple of major work/life changes). This has all led to a major purge..... almost a dozen designer bags are gone or will be going shortly, as are nearly all of my Doodahs. (I did acquire 3 new doodahs over the summer - those are staying.) I also recently picked up two new-to-me designers, which I am going to build a chunk of my fall wardrobe planning around (in addition to the still-feels-new suede Ricky from last spring and my Peter Nitz from last year).
I am going to do my darnedest to buy ZERO additional bags through the end of the year.
Next up.... editing the scarf drawers!
I’m also trying to add no new bags. The only exception I can imagine would be something in suede. I’ve been itching for suede for some time. Now that I’ve seen a photo of the ‘denim suede’ Bottega bag, it might happen….in a simpler style, if they offer one….
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Yeah, I am a sucker for suede and it seems I get the itch every August. (With the newest I will have 3 in rotation come September, which should be plenty!)
So I'm here to report that I failed at acquiring nothing else this year.... but only 2 which seems not so bad. I ran across a fantastic Jil Sander red that proved too interesting and odd to pass up. Also a suede mini (there's that suede again!) from RSVP which seems to be an annual doodah go-to.
That said, I have in the queue a not insignificant number outgoing bags and am also staring down rehoming a couple of my apparently-not-so-prized H bags. (I've posted over in the H forum about one dilemma.)
I want to go into 2023 lighter in many ways..... I'm generally not into New Years Resolutions but am feeling right now that I really want to embrace "less is more" in many more ways.
(Having said all of that I would really love a BV Sardine. Call me nuts. Oh wait, I already did that!)
That said, I have in the queue a not insignificant number outgoing bags and am also staring down rehoming a couple of my apparently-not-so-prized H bags. (I've posted over in the H forum about one dilemma.)
I want to go into 2023 lighter in many ways..... I'm generally not into New Years Resolutions but am feeling right now that I really want to embrace "less is more" in many more ways.
(Having said all of that I would really love a BV Sardine. Call me nuts. Oh wait, I already did that!)