Why are you addicted to bags?

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#31
For me, I really want to be addicted to shoes but I'm just too picky that I get tired of continuous trying ons and not finding the perfect ones: pretty, sturdy, comes in my size, comfy, perfect heel height, and doesn't slip off my narrow feet. They don't last forever too. Bags are much easier and less stressful. :D
 
#32
LaLaLea said:
For me, I really want to be addicted to shoes but I'm just too picky that I get tired of continuous trying ons and not finding the perfect ones: pretty, sturdy, comes in my size, comfy, perfect heel height, and doesn't slip off my narrow feet. They don't last forever too. Bags are much easier and less stressful. :D
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I feel u :( i cant wear heels and im so envious of girls with CLs
 
#33
Abba13 said:
yes, yes, yes.....if it sounds silly to some then add me to the silly list. i couldn't agree more.....you triggered a memory for me, thank you. lunch boxes! i loved lunch boxes as a child.....might that be where the addiction started? i think you are on to something.....it starts in childhood, I'm certain.
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Add me to the list too. I remember being fascinated by purses and what was inside them as a very small child. I got in trouble more than a few times for asking to look through someone's bag... Purses symbolized femininity and still do, at least for me. Plus, who doesn't love toting around a bag full of beautiful and organized items?
 
#34
I thought about this for awhile. I think I just feel sexy and more confident.

Like the right bag not only matches and makes the outfit, but conveys a sense of gentle superiority and elegance, whether guys notice it or not:)
 
#35
indiglow2 said:
I thought about this for awhile. I think I just feel sexy and more confident.

Like the right bag not only matches and makes the outfit, but conveys a sense of gentle superiority and elegance, whether guys notice it or not:)
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Superiority and elegance... This is so true. Even if nobody around me knows what I'm wearing I feel very special for carrying a unique or valuable item. Almost like it is my lil dirty secret lol.
Now im in spain and I love having a PS1. They dont sell them here and nobody knows what I'm wearing :P hahahah but I do!
 
#37
Ooh so many of the posts here chime true with me too! I remember getting my first bag as a child (6? 7 years old?) - a burgundy patent little girl bag. Maybe that's what started it all.
Those posters who say they were insecure - me too. I think of my bag as a mobile security blanket lol - I always carry all the things I 'think' I'll need - and usually don't.
That and the fact a great bag pulls an outfit together and lifts it - I can wear jeans and a T, but with a Balenciaga I still feel dressed up.
 
#38
Hmm...I had to think about this for a while. I didn't get into purses until a few years ago when I started growing up and realized that my wardrobe needed to mature as well. Purses (and shoes) were quick and easy ways to update my outfit. Plus, I loved finding these beautiful bags that no one else had and few of my grad school classmates recognized. =)
 
#39
SnowBlossom said:
I like bags because they are a bit of luxury in the everyday. It's hard to explain, because (like many women here, I think), I don't carry a bag for anyone else. If no one knew it was a high end designer purse, I'd be okay with that. Heck, most people I know don't care a bit about bags and have no idea what I've spent on mine! :p But something about picking up that bag and walking out the door with it makes me stand a little taller.

I often hear people lament about "wasting" money on "foolish things" like handbags. But I don't view it as any more of a waste than any other discretionary spending. Some people go to sporting events, others spend money on electronics and video games and some collect antiques. I don't believe one of those is any better than the other. My best friend's husband once rolled his eyes and commented to my husband that he would never let his wife waste money on a bag. Bless him, my husband replied that he would never consider "letting" me do anything, and wasn't that a nice new car he (best friend's hubby) had just bought, while we would never waste money on a car that lost half it's value the minute you drive it off the lot. Shut him up good!

Anyway, back to the question, I like my bags because having them and carrying them makes me happy. Simple as that. :D
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I like this response!

I have enjoyed handbags/purses since I was a young girl. I would change them with outfits and still do. I have a number of bags, from designer to perhaps some unrecognizable names-but made with beautiful leather. I used to choose more for looks, now it's more for how practical and lightweight it is, since it can carry so much.

Seems like no matter how many I have, I'm always searching for the perfect bag......
 
#41
I really enjoyed reading this thread and finding out everyone's theory/reasons behind this bag addiction and thank you all for sharing!

I have no solid idea why I am addicted to bags, I guess it's hormone lol. I will share my story and background: I had been a very low maintenance tomboyish girl with a busy life all along, very practical and took no interests in fashion, shoes nor bags. I carried the same backpack for school and then university and then work, same Velcro wallet for years and years and years until I worn them out and replaced them with yet another all weather proof sturdy backpack and wallet and repeat...., Then 3 years ago I gave birth to my son, most likely the change in hormones in addition to having all these extra hours staying at home during maternity leave I started browsing around the Internet and forums while my baby slept. I got bitten by the bags bug all of a sudden. I started paying attention to bags and imagined how I could use various styles of bags to store my baby's and then toddler's needs, pochette and pouches also started to appeal me, and then what style is good for work, daily, toddler etc.

So in the past few years I have acquired many bags, most were impulse purchases during shops sale or on eBay, some from designers' boutiques. It's like I am making up decades of lost time of bags appreciation lol. Since I had been frugal and practical all my life I have quite a saving, even with the cost of raising my child I can still afford to indulge myself with bags and manage to save $. Thankfully it's only bags. I still have a small but sufficient/practical wardrobe and only owned 5 pairs of shoes: 1 pair of boots, 1 pair of sandals, 1 pair of sport shoes, 1 pair of work low heels, 1 pair of flats and 100% content.

But at the end of 2013, not sure if it's due to bags fatigue/burned out (or hormones become normalised lol), I think my sensible/practical self has returned to me. I realised I have too many bags and is ready to downsize. That said, I still love bags, enjoy my collection of bags and love hanging around TPF looking at reveals, participate in discussions, and checking out other ladies' bags at shopping malls or streets :) Thanks for letting me share.
 
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#42
At first it was for to bring stuff I needed (beginning if high school) like womens essential, wallet, cellphone etc... But than I discovered other designer bags (as gucci, burberry, mulberry etc) My mom bought me a speedy but I sold it because I wasnt that into bags before. I regret later because it a timeless bag you will love forever. After many years of windowshopping and used my money on travelling, partying, eating out and bought alot of clothes I finally found myself on the ground. Now I love the preloved look of the LV's so I have found some good deals (and saved a little money instead of buying new ones) on ebay. So now Im kinda addicted to ebay and used LV and other bags.
 
#45
I love designer handbags because they are so gorgeous and sophisticated. It helps me to boost my confidence and self esteem. I am a mother of 3 and my youngest is already 8 years old. I told myself that I give time to myself. I am no longer working and been a house wife for a couple of years. My Uncle said that having a career is not only for a reason of earning but also for self development. Since I became a house wife I missed that self development. Owning a designer handbag I guess gave me self fulfillment as I dedicate my whole time to my family and have less time for myself..
 
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