The Basics

Age: 46
Gender Identity: Female
Location: Toronto
Occupation: Director
Industry: loyalty advertising Agency
Household Income: $200,000.00

The Bags

Are you a PurseForum member? Yes

How numerous bags do you own? roughly 20

What bags are in your collection?

I believe for the most part my story stays the exact same with the exception that the addiction is genuine as well as it’s been a seriously huge purchase year for me in 2019 since of YSL! I likewise don’t think about my YSL bags to be investment pieces however I truly like them – as well as the truth that they are full leather for a good cost point. however I am wanting to begin pairing down my collection for 2020 to decrease a few of the redundancy in my collection.

2019

YSL Med Envelope bag
YSL Med Loulou
LV Clapton back pack
Chanel young boy bag
YSL WOC
Chanel burgundy mini
LV Crossette
YSL little Loulou
YSL toy Loulou
Chanel WOC

2018

Chanel Jumbo
Polene – Number 1 mini
Senrev cross body bag
Gucci little marmont bag
Chanel traditional medium Chevron

2017

Ferragamo Vara WOC
Chanel reissue 227
LV Iena
LV Milla
LV Pochette accessories Monogram

2016

LV Pochette accessories Epi Electric
LV Neverfull mm
LV preferred – deemed defective as well as subsequently exchanged it for the crossette

2005 LV tall Lockit

1997 Gucci

How much is your collection worth? 25k-30k

What is your many costly bag? new Chanel Jumbo

What are the most essential brands or pieces in your collection? Chanel, LV

What age did you get your very first designer bag, as well as what was it? Black Suede Gucci bag that I bought at a “Now or Never” sale at age 23 after working a year in my very first full time “career” job. I still have it today.

Is there a particular bag you are wanting to purchase next? –

Any specific bag that holds a special emotional value? even though I was relatively young purchasing my very first designer bag, I was extremely savings/investment oriented so I seldom splurged on high-end bags throughout my twenties or thirties. I purchased the Gucci when I was 23 as well as a Burberry bag at 28 in NYC..but all other bags during that period of my life were contemporary designers (i.e. Coach, Kate Spade – as well as frequently at the outlets). however during the very first year of my marriage in my early 30’s my hubby purchased me a Louis Vuitton monogram tall Lockit for Christmas. It was my very first seriously costly bag that I owned. (I believe it was only about $600 back then – it so crazy exactly how much the costs of designer bags have enhanced over the years). I was so scared to utilize it or to get the vachetta leather filthy that I essentially kept it shielded in its dust bag for many years with the exception of a few special occasions.

Also, a couple years after getting the bag, I had a infant as well as a little top deal with bag wasn’t truly practical.

But this bag will always have emotional value to me as it was such an unforeseen as well as lavish gift from my husband.

Do you feel like your bags modification people’s perceptions of you or exactly how you’re treated? Not truly however I don’t truly flaunt my purses. I believe there are great deals of people who wouldn’t be able to tell a designer bag from a non-designer as well as couldn’t care less. then there are the people that just presume that many designer bags are all fakes, as well as then there are those who are into designer bags as well as appreciate the collection that you have.

My buddies understand that I delight in collecting handbags as well as although a few of them would never purchase a designer bag, I don’t believe they judge me for it. all of us have different methods we splurge (some spend great deals on sports equipment, or tech toys, fine dining or classes for themselves or their kids) so it truly comes down to what your personal interests are as well as exactly how you prioritize your discretionary budget.

I strongly believe that the handbag or clothes you wear has absolutely no bearing on the person you are. My handbag addition stems from the like of high quality as well as craftsmanship, the delight of having gorgeous products that makes my heart sing. Plus, I try to be somewhat practical as well as tend to pick products that I believe will hold its value.

Perhaps the people who take many notice of the bag I bring are the sales people in the designer stores. Some may method you if you have a recognizable bag… however then again, I have had incredible service as well as not so fantastic service in the top brands regardless of what I am carrying.

The Shopping

How frequently do you purchase new bags? I have only been truly collecting designer bags for a handful of years so I’ve likely been averaging 3-4 per year however I feel like my collection is at its capability now so I can’t picture purchasing anymore without selling something first.

Which stores do you regular the most? Louis Vuitton, Chanel, Gucci

Do you ever purchase second-hand bags? Where do you purchase used? Yes. I have bought a few LV little leather products as well as a Chanel reissue bag on eBay after getting it authenticated. I got a Chanel card situation with receipt as well as original box from a noting on Kajiji. I likewise purchased something little on The RealReal.

Do you offer old bags to pay for new purchases? I have offered a few of my contemporary designer bags on eBay, however not to fund a new bag purchase. however I am at a point where I couldn’t validate buying anything else without selling first. Not necessarily to fund the new purchase, however to guarantee my collection of handbags doesn’t get enormous. I choose not to have as well numerous redundant bags that all would serve the exact same purpose, attire or occasion.

Do you ever feel societal pressure to purchase much more bags? I don’t feel any type of societal pressure however I have to admit YouTube evaluations has influenced my purchase decisions from time to time.

Do you think about your bag purchases investments? Absolutely!

I had a LV monogram card situation that was provided to me by a couple of buddies on my birthday in my late 20’s – I have the exact same initials as the monogram so it was the ideal gift even if I wasn’t truly into the brand back then.

I would always have a few company cards or loyalty cards kept in the card situation as well as it would always online in the back pocket of my handbag that I was using. I brought that card situation for about 12 years directly as well as was impressed at its condition. To this day, it virtually looks brand new. It’s about this point that I started to recognize the value in high quality pieces as well as started to truly invest in bags.

Plus, with the cost boosts each year as well as seeing that there is still strong value in the pre-loved market, it feels like the much better general choice for the long term. I would rather have one incredible handbag at $1000 that looks fantastic over 10 years that I can still offer it for $500 then 10 handbags at $100 that only last a season or 2 as well as have practically no value at the end.

Who influences your purchasing decisions? The stage in my life influenced me to be a handbag collector.

Just before I started to gather designer bags, my father ended up being terminally sick as well as it made me recognize that you can’t always plan for everything.

I had always been truly disciplined about money as well as was always saving for the future. It dawned on me that if I’m always planning for the future I’ll miss enjoying the present. In the past I wouldn’t enable myself to purchase anything that lavish even if I desired it, as there always something much more practical that I might put the money towards. I realized that life truly is as well short not to take advantage of things that you want to do or to have now. (I state this within reason – I would never suggest that somebody jeopardize their future or safety and security for any type of high-end product – however there is a balance that can be had)

Truthfully, I believe researching about the bags, mixed in with a bit bit or retail therapy assisted to keep my mind off things temporarily during a truly awful time in my life.

As for influencing my decision on a particular bag…I believe YouTube as well as PurseForum have influenced me to some degree…mostly since a discussion thread or video will subject me to a new style or brand that phone calls to me. I’m not truly influenced by the hype. just since a whole lot of influencers all like the exact same bag doesn’t compel me to want to purchase it.

Are sales partner connections instrumental to your shopping? No- not really. A few that I’ve dealt with much more than once, however I wouldn’t wait or make an visit just to offer with them.

Why do you delight in shopping, beyond just obtaining something new? I like the whole process. I like researching about a product I’m interested in, I checked out as well as view unlimited evaluations before I pull the trigger, I like browsing in stores with beautifully displayed products (although half my purchases are online) as well as I like to look at new products as well as trying them on.

I am a shopaholic however within my means… I’ve never enabled myself to bring a credit rating card balance as well as religiously contribute to my retirement as well as daughters education fund.

I’m now trying to purchase less however much better quality. I try to be deliberate in my purchases rather than purchasing on impulse or since something is on sale.

Have you ever felt like you got inferior service at a store or shop because of your appearance, ethnicity or gender? No, however I can state that it still amazes me when I see big lineups at a LV or Chanel stores. I discover that when the shop is that busy, service levels go down for everybody except those who have a strong connection with an SA.

The Money

Who pays for your bags? I have paid for all however a couple that were gifts.

Do you set aside a budget plan for your bag purchases? No. however I don’t purchase it unless I have the funds already.

The Taboo Topics

Have you ever bought a counterfeit since you couldn’t pay for a designer item? Yes. When I was young I purchased some fakes in nyc however they were so terribly made that I never kept any type of beyond a few months. A overall squander of money!

Do you ever hide purchases from your considerable other? No since I pay for them myself. however he doesn’t comprehend why I requirement so numerous purses.

What’s the craziest thing you’ve done to pay for a bag? wait a decade to purchase one??? The again, some would state that’s not crazy- that’s smart!

Do you believe your buying is ever a problem? have you ever felt like you were having a hard time with a buying addiction? Ummm…maybe?

I spend a ton of time choosing on purchasing something so possibly some would state I’m wasting time. Also, my costs comfort level threshold on a single product feels like it boosts with each purchase.

I feel like my collection covers all of the events as well as attire that I requirement so I have consciously chose to include my present collection from expanding. I am only wanting to replace products rather than contributing to it.

The rest Of It

Any other costly hobbies or passions? travel – once again for the exact same reasons that I started to gather purses. traveling enables you to experience new things as well as online in the present.

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