What Handbag/Purse Are You Carrying Today?!

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Iamminda said:
Pretty color! Thanks for the two great mod shots — how about three next time? :smile:
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:lol::lol:

I looked fresh in the morning and peaked out by the evening, lol. I voted which took way longer then I expected and then I went around to different Costco's trying to track down toilet paper. The CV fear has arrived in SoCal. :sad:
 
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Addicted to bags said:
:lol::lol:

I looked fresh in the morning and peaked out by the evening, lol. I voted which took way longer then I expected and then I went around to different Costco's trying to track down toilet paper. The CV fear has arrived in SoCal. :sad:
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lol, totally hear ya on the CV and TP situation (we can chat more on this later on the RC thread).
 
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ohmisseevee said:
Trying out a new bag today! I backed it on Kickstarter and got it a couple of days ago. The outside is made of a cork fabric and it's a convertible shoulder tote, tall briefcase, or backpack depending on how you configure the included straps. I haven't had any issues with it so far (some backers are noting that the hardware doesn't stand up to use) but I am much more impressed with the cork fabric than I thought I would be. It's soft but still has structure, and has a pretty cool natural "grain" to it that gives it a bit of personality. The cork fabric and metal top closure are also supposed to be waterproof, which I'll have to text on my next rainy day out.

I do appreciate the uniqueness of the clamshell opening at the top, and the bag stays relatively slim even when full (which I like). Without anything inside the bag is super lightweight.

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The inside is separated by an interior divider and zip pocket that is relatively stiff, which can be a downside because it doesn't allow for "fatter" objects easily, such as a larger reusable water bottle. However, for my intended use I don't think it will be a big issue (I can switch to a slimmer water bottle as needed). I found that I could easily put all of my workday essentials in with room for more.

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What I really like are the outside pockets. The small one is a dedicated pocket for a smartphone, and the larger one actually opens directly into the laptop compartment of the bag. This is a useful feature shared by one of my favorite travel bags, and I really appreciate that detail, especially for a bag that will be serving a professional/work sort of purpose. The picture below illustrates this, with a much larger item than my laptop.

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There are some downsides to the bag - the smaller zippers on the inside of the bag feel a bit cheap, and the zippers on the outside don't glide as well as others that I've used. Even though I like the opening mechanism it does limit visibility inside the bag. I've seen comments from others say that they don't think the clasp is super secure, but I haven't yet really put the bag through its paces so I'm going to reserve judgement for now.

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All in all, I'm quite happy with the purchase! I love having something different and I love this alternative to the traditional backpack options.
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Great review! It's good to know the good and the not so good. This is such a lady like back pack. I love it. Wish I could see it irl.
 
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Katinahat said:
Love the Coach turn lock on your bag! It’s so simple yet so stylish and in brand. Contrasts really well with the black leather.

I was in the Coach shop at the weekend and saw a sunglasses case in black with this exact lock. Nearly got it. In the end I got this one instead as the brown will go better with my summer bags. Love the lock on this too.
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Now I’ve seen your bag I’m thinking about the black case again. I’ve got more than one pair of good sunglasses. :smile:
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Love this case, congrats! I have been admiring it from afar for a bit now. I want to go visit it and the black one at the store. Lol!
 
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Addicted to bags said:
This is the Emery 21 crossbody bag. I wish the Evelyne came in this size, basically between the 29 and the TPM. A morning and evening mod shot, why not? :lol:

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Beautiful bag! I wish I had a body like yours. Not my body, that would take way too much discipline, and exercise. But someone with a body like yours who I could use for my handbag mod shots! :roflmfao:

(P.S. Yes, I'm still walking, but I would love to add weights! :hugs: )
 
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westvillage said:
Dear C ... I absolutely admire your commitment to color. You have a way of choosing bags in the most clear and beautiful colors offered. :heart::heart::heart: them!
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Aw, thank you! :heart: Pretty colors make me happy! :smile:

Addicted to bags said:
Westvillage I so agree. Dear C has a wonderful eye for color and quite the collection! Now all I would request is some mod shots (if she doesn't mind) so that we can see how she pairs them wonderfully with her outfits ;)
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Thank you! The camera and I aren't good friends. :blush: I like to contrast colors and also use a deeper or lighter tone of what I'm wearing. I'll try to take pics of just the clothes and the bag when I can.;)
 
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