I enjoy gazing at the "impossibles" that are shown in Vogue and Elle. If I were given a fat check, and knocked over the head to become spendy-crazy, I would own this:
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| Balenciaga City Motorcycle |
Or this:
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| Tod's G-Bag Easy Secchiello Medio |
In my real life, not-broke but far from crazy-rich, I have just a few criteria:
- Under $100-ish
- Neutral, but not black: a "new neutral" like olive, deep red, mustard is good
- Medium large: holds all my essentials, but doesn't resemble an overnight bag, or give me back pain
- Shoulder-carry-able. I love the look of Mad Men short-strap purses, but cannot deal with them on an everyday basis.
- At least one stash-spot on the outside for keys and phone.
I have my eyes on these:
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| Big Buddha - I love the shape and the color. $99.95 |
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| Matt and Nash - Nice hardware, great Fall color. $87 |
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| Another Matt and Nash - the trim slays me. No outside pocket though. $96.25 |
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| Etienne Aigner - just so classic. $91 |
There have been times in my life when these prices have been out of reach - and of course I love a bargain any day! So I also comb the following for great Fall handbags:
- eBay, for gently used, higher-end bags -- there are thousands out there!
- Consignment stores have great selections at generally medium-range prices ($25-$75 for a "good" bag with a little wear).
- My hangouts: the thrifts. There is usually a big pile of not-so-great bags, so you have to be patient and eagle-eyed. Ask to see what's behind the glass at the checkout too. There's often a lovely, high quality bag stashed away.
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Oh, I've never thought about buying a new handbag for fall. I guess it's because handbags aren't really my vice. I'm more of a shoe gal - I bought two pairs of shoes for fall/winter and am looking at another two pairs!
ReplyDeleteThe Tod's G bag is gorgeous but the Matt and Nash seems like a really good alternative.
ReplyDeleteThe Balenciaga bag is perfection but way to much money for me haha :)
ReplyDeleteLove the B bag! I have coveted one of them for so long. But, it is out of my price range, especially now. They come in such beautiful colors. I would love to see one in person! I have too many purses and I should start carrying some of them instead of keeping them in the closet in bags.
ReplyDeleteI am also looking for a new bag! I am looking for a small, over the shoulder bag. I must tell you a secret--I love those organizer bags--just wish they werent so old lady looking. I have trouble finding bags a consignment stores--
ReplyDeleteBags I have to try on--just a simportant if not more than clothes!
Good luck in your search an let us know when you find one~
I LOVE all your choices! I especially like -- doesn't look like an overnight bag or give you back pain :-)
ReplyDeleteOh, I like the last bag! I came very near purchasing a Stone Co. bag in a thrift yesterday...but talked myself out of it. Too much like another bag I already own.
ReplyDeleteI once got a Balenciaga at a consignment store! It still wasn't "on a budget" but it was a much better budget than buying it new!
ReplyDeleteGreat... not I want (and can't justify) that gorgeous Tod's bag.
ReplyDeleteI am a certified bag addict.. .I often visits different bags merchant store just to see what's new... I have tons of handbags in my home and surely wont be stopping any time soon collecting those lovely bags.
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