When it comes to spending money on items in my wardrobe, handbags are the one item that I’m willing to splurge on. I don’t consider mine to be a vast collection, but it’s a healthy one that I’ve built gradually over the years. If chosen well, designer handbags have the ability to retain their value over time particularly if you show them some love and take good care of them. That being said, handbags tend to fall under the radar when it comes to needing some TLC. They’re unassumingly durable so it’s hard to imagine that they need any sort of maintenance. Be that as it may, a little of love goes a long way, so I’m sharing with you my tips to take care of your handbags so they last.
My blog is my happy place, so naturally, I focus on the pieces that I enjoy wearing and the items that suit me. That said, I don’t always make the right purchasing decisions and more often than not, will take advantage of a store’s friendly returns policy if things don’t work out for me. I share a few of these mishaps over on my Instagram stories but I thought I’d delve into a few recent ones here because I figure it’s always a bit of fun to read about the things that don’t work out and the reasons why.
The beginning of each year is always abuzz with excitement, and I’m definitely feeling it this year thanks to the annus horribilis that was 2020. Turning over a leaf in a new year is always a great way to set goals for the year ahead - whether they be financial, career or style focused. I’ve given consideration to all of these, and in this post, I’m going to share with you my style goals for the year. Before setting any style goals, I always have my financial goals set for the year - it’s something my husband and I square away at the start of every year. With dependants and more responsibilities in the mix, I can confidently say that I know where all our money is going which helps us inch closer to realising our goals, and most importantly - provides clarity as to how much I can spend on clothing for the year!
I talk a lot about luxury bags here on my blog - mainly about wearing them and buying them. (And I think it's safe to say that when it comes to luxury goods, I'm far more comfortable being a customer than a seller!) With their hefty price tags, buying a luxury handbag is always a big deal. But, as I've experienced over the years, and more recently in the past few weeks, letting go of a designer bag is a pretty major as well. I share with you my thought process before deciding to let go of my Prada Saffiano Double Tote.
I don’t know about you, but I feel like every other day, over the last couple of months, I’ve found myself rummaging through my wardrobe, folding, cleaning and clearing things out. If you read my prior post about the approach that I take when clearing out my wardrobe, you'll know that I'm quite considered when I go about it. I actually find the process quite therapeutic, and I can identify a few reasons why this new habit of mine has developed.
I’ve bought and sold my fair share of designer handbags over the years. In most cases, I settled for prices much lower than what I paid and there were only a handful of situations where I was lucky enough to break even, or come close to it. (I’ve yet to experience a windfall or an ‘investment’ in the true sense of the word!) Bag buying is a costly exercise, especially if you’re prone to changing your mind or you’re easily swayed by trends. Throughout the buying and selling process, I’ve gained insight into what my bag style is and what I truly value.