"What was I thinking?" Bag purchases you regret...

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#226
I have a love/hate relationship with my black & white Coach op art Large Leah tote I got on sale from Dillard's website. The bag is too big for what I need it for, I have yet to fill it up & the Logos all over it are really busy & I find that people only stare at my back to see the logos & see what brand it is. I've yet to be complimented on that bag from anyone other than a family member. Having said all that; it is virtually indestructible & gets used as an everyday or rainy day bag when I don't want water spots on my LV or other bags. The vachetta on the Leah was also a good "test dummy" for me to try a leather protectant on. I must say that the Wilson's TLC leather spray worked so wll on this Coach vachetta (which has yet to recieve a single water spot,), I use it on LV vachetta & other expensive leathers.
 
#227
Oh, I have had a lot of regrettable purchases :laugh: they got goodwill'd, even nicer ones - I know some people had to have been excited to get them :-)

As time goes on, I get sick of pretty much everything I own and it turns into regrets eventually. I can't commit, I suppose.
 
#230
Anything crossbody I've bought has ended up sitting in my wardrobe, ignored and unloved - I've succumbed several times, convinced that I need the convenience of a crossbody (I do a lot of walking and often have groceries to carry, and so on). But I quickly discover that a large chest and a crossbody strap do not mix! The only time I really use them is in the winter - doesn't look so bad over a thick winter coat. It's a shame because I love the way the style looks on others and I adore the functionality. But for most of the time my little Mulberry Joel and Antony sit in my wardrobe.
 
#232
pickle said:
Oh, I have had a lot of regrettable purchases :laugh: they got goodwill'd, even nicer ones - I know some people had to have been excited to get them :-)

As time goes on, I get sick of pretty much everything I own and it turns into regrets eventually. I can't commit, I suppose.
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This is very me. Goodwill has benefited tremendously from my mistakes.

Currently Regretting: I just bought a Michael Kors red stud Grab Bag today (for cheap, which is why) and think...probably not...it's already annoying me due to stiff leather and clashing with my red leather coat. And I got a Coral Nikki (for cheap) from RM that is also already tiring me, colorwise. So most likely, both will be returned.

Constantly regretting: I can't say anything I own I will love forever. I've gotten myself pretty sick of Rebecca Minkoff (even though her bags are pretty nice) just by overindulging. And, she's getting too hot. I like to carry stuff that other people don't, so much.

I think I regret everything. I can't think of one of my bags I'm not sick of right now. I have about 15-20.

At this point, I just want to put everything into a plastic Target bag and call that my purse. Screw fashion. ;)
 
#234
The LV Speedy the oxidation process the handbag was stored properly and LV store would not repair due to the canvas cracking by the zipper stitching. I was very disappointed sold it on bay. I refused to send it to Lovin my Bags for a repair sold it let someone else enjoy it after they get it repaired.
 
#235
The Gucci Irina flap in sand suede. I lusted and obsessed over this bag. I could never see it in person just the leather Irina totes. The online photos always focused on the flap and the gorgeous details. I bought it, and I am so disappointed. The bag is huuuge and oddly shaped. The shoulder strap is too short, and I'm certain I'll have to sell it for a loss. So she sits in my closet smirking while I curse the day I was seduced into buying a 1.5K suede bag!
Lesson learned~
 
#237
my Julien Macdonald laptop bag.
it was a limited edition, and proceeds went to charity. it came in black, hot pink and white. stupidly i got the hot pink. at least if i had gotten the black i'd be able to use it more!!
 
#238
My Marc By Marc Jacobs Baby Bag, pretty but I prefer my other bags so I've only wore it a few times and now I'm trying to sell it on ebay but without success... Such a waste of money!

2 Gerard Darel bags with pockets, I've never worn it but thank God I was able to sell them very easily and for a good price.

Now I think a lot before buying a bag!
 
#239
I regret purchasing a custom matte bone bag from Belen Echandia. I sold it at a tremendous loss on ebay to a lovely PFer after using it just a little bit...I realize that the style just wasn't for me. My only comfort is that the new owner really loves the bag!!

Other regrets: the Bryna Nicola Minna bag that I bought last winter (not a good style for me, though I like the designer), and the two Ignes bags that I purchased (same story). All were resold brand new or almost new at a substantial loss. :sad:

The moral of the story: "Classic" bags are not for me. They don't match my wardrobe, my lifestyle, or my personality.
 
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