Q for ya ladies about hand bags..

[kama_s]

I got into handbags/purses 2 years ago when I started working. Since then, I've been steadily increasing my collection - so much so, that it is now using up most of my jewelry budget! This year, I've bought 2 Prada and 1 Ferragamo - each well over 1K. Purses are 'my thing'. I have a yearly budget, and to be honest, I can more than afford them on my pay, so I don't see a reason not to splurge every now and then. *shrug*

I, too, am a member of the purse forum, but under a different name. I don't spend much time there, only to do some research before I make a big purchase.

iLander, I have to check out your thread and drool over your new purchase!

 

[bee*]

I'm not big on bags either. I have one Jimmy Choo bag which I lusted over for ages and got it for a good price in a sale but that's the only bag that I've spent quite a lot on. Give me shoes any day.

 

[Laila619]

I have two Coach bags, and I don't even really care for them (they were gifts). I don't get what the fuss is about since they're basically just fabric. $300 for a fabric bag?

I like this designer who is really affordable, Kathy Van Zeeland. Her bags are about $75-95. They are really fun and stylish, and I get more compliments on those than on any other handbag I own.

The problem with Coach and LV is that there are sooo many knock offs worn by anyone and everyone that no one is impressed if you carry a real one. Those brands lost their exclusivity IMO.

 

[rosetta]

I belong to a purse forum. I discovered a brand named Belen Echandia. They are designed in London and made in Italy. I love the styles, leathers, colors and what is called the couture service. If they don't have a bag you would like in stock, you can have one made up for you. The price point is between $500-1200. I don't want to spend more, because then I'm getting into jewelry territory These bags are well made and I've stopped buying other brands. The biggest drawback is you cannot see them in person. Of all the BE bags I have, there was only one that I didn't care for. It was very popular and someone was more than happy to take it off my hands at full price. Sorry if this sounded like an ad. I just enjoy these bags

I'm a BE fan too

to rosetta! I just BEC'd a matte coffee Covet Me with brass hardware and fuchsia lining. It arrived last week. It's a beauty
If you like, we can go to the shopping subforum and talk about the styles we have. What do you think

Ooooh. Lovely choice risingsun! I'm hankering for a python supernova clutch in mulberry for a night out on the town.....

 

[Dancing Fire]

The problem with Coach and LV is that there are sooo many knock offs worn by anyone and everyone that no one is impressed if you carry a real one. Those brands lost their exclusivity IMO.

like a big diamond ring?..

 

[mrscushion]

my opinion about women carrying the following brands of hand bags.
Coach ...teenager-30 yrs old
LV........spoiled teenagers-40 yrs old
Chanel...rich women over 40 yrs old
Hermas..filthy rich women over 40 yrs old
am i correct??...

That sounds about right, DF!