STYLETHREAD -- LET'S TALK SHOP!

tri_sarah_tops · Marc Jacobs

this bag?

Karina · Chanel

i do like it, but the tassel kinda throws me off.

Hermes

it is a really cute bag. and I agree, the shade of green could date it eventually. I think what would date it more is the styling - not so much the tassel (like that btw) but the metal rings/rivets look - it's a very common look in bags today - it may look dated a couple of years down the road - let me emphasize *may* - hard to say for sure, but most likely. If you want to plunk down a bunch of money on a purse you'll use forever, I would go something with more classic and simple styling. I am only saying this because I have been around the block a few times and am pretty familiar with the degree if zeitgeist styling in items.

Gucci and chanel have some very classic looks - don't know what your price point is though - let me know and I'll post some pics to better illustrate what I'm referring to...

tri_sarah_tops · Marc Jacobs

Thanks, Detroit. That's kind of what I was thinking, too. I wish I had infinite income and could just buy stuff without worrying about longevity. If I find something that I love that will last a really long time I'd be willing to spend about $1500.

Hermes

ok - I've been looking around, been eyeing bags I would want to spend money on... first of all, any Chanel quilted bag would work for me (hard to find online stores that sell authentic ones on the web - so I'm unable to find pricing and pics)... I've been eyeing the Celine boogie bag because the styling is more subtle... But then - it's really what sings to YOU - I suggest you go shopping - just to look - consider it research... Just think about simplicity/classic in design and a color that won't look dated soon.

I think about my car purchase and my thought process. I wanted to buy a car that would still look good 10 years later. Classic body styling, classic color. The only colors that really never look dated on a car are silver, black, and white. White's too conservative for me. I like black a lot, but it sure does show the dirt. So silver it is. With body styling, Mercedes remains fairly classic... So I ended up buying a silver Mercedes C class sedan. I have had it for 7 years now (paid off) and I still get complimented on that car - I definitely see driving it without embarrassment for another 3 years plus... So, sorry for the elaborate story, but that's the kind of thought process I think you should have with an investment bag - something you will enjoy for many years. Personally, I would be eyeing an authentic Chanel on ebay (they have holograms and serial numbers - yes you can get authentic Chanel on ebay). But that's me and the classic Chanel styling appeals to me and may not to you.

ok - those are my rambling thoughts - I hope I was of some help!