This. You spoke of my mind. I also got mine from NAP and sold it for all the reasons you stated.
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This. You spoke of my mind. I also got mine from NAP and sold it for all the reasons you stated.
Very thought-provoking post!
Feel the same about RM. Sold all mine. RM and MK at least hold their value. For Kata Spade or most of the Coach you will lose money big time if you sell them.
Feel the same about RM. Sold all mine. RM and MK at least hold their value. For Kata Spade or most of the Coach you will lose money big time if you sell them.
Any bag I didn't 100% love. My purchases are often impractical in others' eyes, but they put a smile on my face and they work for me. Bags that I didn't 100% love, bought because they were practical or filled a need at the time typically don't get worn after that need passes. They languish in the closet because I spent X amount of money on it, what happens if that need arises again, and I don't want to spend money on another bag with the same need.
LV speedy in damier azur. Nothing appealing about a big black hole. I used it as my crap bag, using it as a work horse then I sold it.
The DA and DE are both more subtle.
Where I live, the mono is too in your face.
I usually only carry my mono bags if we go into one of the nearby cities.
If I lived in an area where it was more acceptable to have pricey handbags, I would carry my mono all day, everyday. I think it is such a pretty print.
Yes. This was when I was in that initial stage of wanting bags last year and didn't own a dreamy perfect everyday bag yet because I couldn't pull the trigger on the price.
1. I bought a frrry small rivet a aqua tote because it was on sale and the aqua colour was appealingly unique. It's a clever bag with nice leather and designer ideology but what I've realised is that if it doesn't fit my lifestyle, it's useless to me. I tried to like it but ultimately I got really stressed out because I never really use it. It's too small for me and I've discovered what I truly like and need.
I don't like totes unless they're for work and more than just basic and I already have three. I like the security of zips and want functional compartments. I find the colour too bright and hard to match even though I can wear my yellow/green colourblock bag just fine. I prefer longer straps and like to wear my bags hitting me at my hip. The lining also has stains from the hardware and storage. I didn't even try selling it because I'd never get as much back for a relatively unknown brand. I really wish I'd gotten an RM mini Mac or 5-zip instead; I could have probably sold that easily or even kept it. I was worried the mini Mac would be too small, reluctant to pony up for the Mac and concerned with the quality.
I struggled with just throwing the frrry bag away to feel relieved and kept thinking about what I could have used the money for instead. I just gave it to my sister to use and even looking at it makes me unhappy. I don't think she'll like it either for the same reasons.
2. A Raoul small black crossbody clutch with unique, adjustable strap with hardware. Impulse purchase on an app. It turned out way too small, even as a clutch. I'm huge now so it makes me look even huger and once I upgrade my phone, it'll really be useless to me. Still, I don't mind keeping this as much. I was really attracted to the smooth and stiff black leather. Honestly if it was four times its size, I'd probably love it.
3. A MBMJ What's the T tote. I don't like totes as much. People always commented on this bag (the recognisable brand) and the beautiful red colour but it just didn't do it for me in the end. I swapped it for a large Laurige slate bag that my sister wasn't using because it was too stiff for her and am much happier for it.
I have 10 bags. I don't really regret my other bags that I don't use as much (vintage small Gucci coated canvas tote, red kangaroo skin crossbody purse) but there have been times after getting my dreamy everyday bag that I wished I could trade them in just for another bag from the same brand. I think the lesson here is not to buy bags just because you can't justify or afford the bag/style you really want. Acquisition must be well thought out. Also, your taste will settle. You won't know what works for you right off the bat.
Sorry for the word spillage; I guess I had lots to get off my chest.
1. I bought a frrry small rivet a aqua tote because it was on sale and the aqua colour was appealingly unique. It's a clever bag with nice leather and designer ideology but what I've realised is that if it doesn't fit my lifestyle, it's useless to me. I tried to like it but ultimately I got really stressed out because I never really use it. It's too small for me and I've discovered what I truly like and need.
I don't like totes unless they're for work and more than just basic and I already have three. I like the security of zips and want functional compartments. I find the colour too bright and hard to match even though I can wear my yellow/green colourblock bag just fine. I prefer longer straps and like to wear my bags hitting me at my hip. The lining also has stains from the hardware and storage. I didn't even try selling it because I'd never get as much back for a relatively unknown brand. I really wish I'd gotten an RM mini Mac or 5-zip instead; I could have probably sold that easily or even kept it. I was worried the mini Mac would be too small, reluctant to pony up for the Mac and concerned with the quality.
I struggled with just throwing the frrry bag away to feel relieved and kept thinking about what I could have used the money for instead. I just gave it to my sister to use and even looking at it makes me unhappy. I don't think she'll like it either for the same reasons.
2. A Raoul small black crossbody clutch with unique, adjustable strap with hardware. Impulse purchase on an app. It turned out way too small, even as a clutch. I'm huge now so it makes me look even huger and once I upgrade my phone, it'll really be useless to me. Still, I don't mind keeping this as much. I was really attracted to the smooth and stiff black leather. Honestly if it was four times its size, I'd probably love it.
3. A MBMJ What's the T tote. I don't like totes as much. People always commented on this bag (the recognisable brand) and the beautiful red colour but it just didn't do it for me in the end. I swapped it for a large Laurige slate bag that my sister wasn't using because it was too stiff for her and am much happier for it.
I have 10 bags. I don't really regret my other bags that I don't use as much (vintage small Gucci coated canvas tote, red kangaroo skin crossbody purse) but there have been times after getting my dreamy everyday bag that I wished I could trade them in just for another bag from the same brand. I think the lesson here is not to buy bags just because you can't justify or afford the bag/style you really want. Acquisition must be well thought out. Also, your taste will settle. You won't know what works for you right off the bat.
Sorry for the word spillage; I guess I had lots to get off my chest.
I regret the Chanel coco shine small flap, givenchy Antigona small size and the celine trapeze. The first two I've never used and the trapeze was from a preowned website but I never used it. All listed for sale now. No doubt, I'll make a loss on all of them.[emoji17]
The DA and DE are both more subtle.
Where I live, the mono is too in your face.
I usually only carry my mono bags if we go into one of the nearby cities.
If I lived in an area where it was more acceptable to have pricey handbags, I would carry my mono all day, everyday. I think it is such a pretty print.
Yes, I completely understand what you are saying and I was thinking that this is what you would say. I also own mono bags and love how they look, but I sometimes feel self conscious wearing them locally.
I bought a Rafe tote and never used it; that was a big mistake. I also wish I'd never bought a Rebecca Minkoff mini mac because the leather feels papery.
The DA and DE are both more subtle.
Where I live, the mono is too in your face.
I usually only carry my mono bags if we go into one of the nearby cities.
If I lived in an area where it was more acceptable to have pricey handbags, I would carry my mono all day, everyday. I think it is such a pretty print.
I think you should carry & enjoy it -,since you like the style and suits your lifestyle. By keeping the rest of your outfit, smart and simple, the mono can look elegant and understated.
I love this thread b/c I'm an impulse buyer and do a lot of online shopping so its nice to know that I'm not the only one with tons of regrets! My most recent bag regrets that I still own are:
Reed Krakoff Boxer - I have (and love) an Atlantique and bought a Boxer from NM which I returned. A few months later I saw a similar bag at the Woodbury Commons outlet and bought it. It has not held up well at all, doesn't really fit my stuff, and now just sits on a shelf.
Balenciaga Town in Red Thullian - I do like this bag and I use it occasionally but the reddish-pink color is hard to wear (or use year round) and I wish I had gotten a City or a Velo. The Town isn't quite big enough.
Mansur Gavriel bucket bag in rosa saffiano - I think I just got caught up in the hype and wanted to get my hands on a bucket bag. Again, I do use it sometimes but it isn't a practical bag. I don't really like the bucket style, the leather is really stiff, and it is hard to find anything in it.
Reed Krakoff Boxer - I have (and love) an Atlantique and bought a Boxer from NM which I returned. A few months later I saw a similar bag at the Woodbury Commons outlet and bought it. It has not held up well at all, doesn't really fit my stuff, and now just sits on a shelf.
Balenciaga Town in Red Thullian - I do like this bag and I use it occasionally but the reddish-pink color is hard to wear (or use year round) and I wish I had gotten a City or a Velo. The Town isn't quite big enough.
Mansur Gavriel bucket bag in rosa saffiano - I think I just got caught up in the hype and wanted to get my hands on a bucket bag. Again, I do use it sometimes but it isn't a practical bag. I don't really like the bucket style, the leather is really stiff, and it is hard to find anything in it.