In today’s installment of wardrobe Confessionals, we satisfy a purse enthusiast hailing from Australia who has been collecting bags for practically an entire decade. This confessor is a true bag enthusiast at her core, as well as her collection spans several brands, including pieces from a few of the high-end world’s top purse players like Louis Vuitton as well as Goyard. She’s even got a few cult-favorite pieces like Givenchy’s cherished Pandora as well as Celine’s traditional Box Bag.
This down-to-earth collector believes that loving bags shouldn’t modification other people’s opinions of you, as well as we ought to be cautious not to judge others so rapidly based on their likes (amen, sista!). This purse enthusiast is a smart consumer who is cautious not to make purchases as well quickly, particularly because she’s not a reseller. Rather, she plans to hold onto her bags for life, as they all have a emotional value of some kind to them. checked out the full CC now as well as inspect out bags from CC 133’s collection. Also, don’t fail to remember to submit your own to checked out your confessional right here next!
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Det grunnleggende
Age: 32
Gender Identity: Female
Location: Sydney, Australia
Occupation: job Coordinator
Industry: Building
Salary: $55,000
Household Income: $55,000
The Bags
Are you a PurseForum member? Nei
How numerous bags do you own? 8+ (Do SLG’s count?)
What bags are in your collection?
Bottega Veneta pouch in Fondant
Celine medium traditional in Black
Givenchy little Antigona in Black
Givenchy small Pandora in Black embossed Croc
Goyard GM St Louis carry in Black/Black
Loewe medium Basket Bag in Tan
Louis Vuitton NeoNoe in monogram Canvas/Black
Louis Vuitton Pochette Métis in monogram Canvas
How much is your collection worth? $18k-ish
What is your many costly bag? My Celine medium Classic.
What are the most essential brands or pieces in your collection? I don’t discriminate! I’ve selected purses that I like as well as delight in as well as can’t see myself parting methods with any type of of them.
What age did you get your very first designer bag, as well as what was it? My extremely very first designer purse was the Givenchy Antigona as well as I believe I was 24 at the time.
Is there a particular bag you are wanting to purchase next? I am dying for the Dior small woman Dior in black with gold hardware!
Any specific bag that holds a special emotional value? All my bags have some kind of story or sentiment behind them. I don’t believe one is much more special than the other…and right here I am sounding like my parents when I ask them who their preferred kid is!!!
Do you feel like your bags modification people’s perceptions of you or exactly how you’re treated? Ja. Absolutt! For one, my household as well as many of my buddies still don’t get it. I’ve likewise been judged when out on dates as somebody who is superficial or, potentially, a golddigger. Whilst I comprehend at first, people are quick to type their opinions, it truly is a situation of “Don’t judge a book by its cover”, as well as I truly don’t care exactly how people select to spend (or not spend) their money.
Have your bag-carrying practices altered because Covid? Generally, no. I always feel much more comfortable having my life fundamentals with me anyway (hand sanitizer, eye drops, wipes, tissues, very first aid, etc) as well as that hasn’t changed. I’m most likely much more mindful about where my bag sits as well as provide it a wipe down at the end of the day, however that’s about it.
Shoppingen
How frequently do you purchase new bags? If I want a bag as well as I’ve slept on it for at least 3-4 months as well as I still want it, as well as have the money for it, I’ll get it. It’s a great deal of money for me, so I’d like to take my time as well as make sure I truly like it as well as that it will stay with me up until the end.
Has the Coronavirus pandemic altered your buying practices or general mindset towards luxury? Nei ikke i det hele tatt.
Which stores do you regular the most? I don’t believe I am faithful to any type of one brand or store. I like to shop around as well as look at my options. I’m likewise a bit of a bargain hunter, so I’ll always look around to see where the very best offer is (where applicable)!
Do you ever purchase second-hand bags? Where do you purchase used? No. I’ve always wished to invest in vintage pieces, however there’s always that little part of me that concerns whether it’s really authentic or not. clearly I have count on problems lol!!!
Do you offer old bags to pay for new purchases? No. I always like to believe that I pick classic/timeless pieces (obviously subject to personal opinion), however I always select things that are my style, as well as within my budget…and neutral tones!
Do you ever feel societal pressure to purchase much more bags? No. I like what I like as well as if it feels right, I’ll purchase it. jeg gjørn’t believe that a bag represents my “status” or anything like that.
Do you think about your bag purchases investments? I didn’t at very first – I purchased them since I like them, however seeing all these cost boosts makes me believe that they are (or perhaps that’s just something I tell myself to make me feel much better lol)
Who influences your purchasing decisions? I’m not going to lie! If I see somebody with a purse that has been paired well with an outfit, it may sway me to get one of my own. Whether that’d be Pinterest, Instagram or in the wilderness, I’m not influenced, I’m inspired!
Are sales partner connections instrumental to your shopping? Nei egentlig ikke.
Why do you delight in shopping, beyond just obtaining something new? seems cheesy, however it feels so damn great to be able to purchase good things for myself as well as delight in them as well as utilize them as well as look at them as well as understand that I worked/saved truly difficult for it.
Have you ever felt like you got inferior service at a store or shop because of your appearance, ethnicity or gender? indeed I have (my background is Asian). It has occurred a couple of times, however my numerous other buying experiences have been totally blissful. I truly do believe it depends upon the Sales associate, rather than a store or brand. They might be having a poor day or have something going on privately, I don’t take it personally.
Pengene
Who pays for your bags? Meg.
Do you set aside a budget plan for your bag purchases? I don’t have a bag fund as such, however I do have a “spending fund”, in which I utilize to purchase “treats” for myself. exactly how much I set aside depends upon my circumstances, as well as my priorities are always altering too.
The Taboo Topics
Have you ever bought a counterfeit since you couldn’t pay for a designer item? No. purses aren’t a necessity in life, it’s a luxury/guilty pleasure. I’d still be the exact same person with OR without designer handbags, so I don’t feel a requirement to have something for the benefit of it, since it does not define me.
Do you ever hide purchases from your considerable other? Nei
What’s the craziest thing you’ve done to pay for a bag? I haven’t – I’m tiring lol
Do you believe your buying is ever a problem? have you ever felt like you were having a hard time with a buying addiction? indeed however that guilt doesn’t last long. when I’m utilizing it, everything magically disappears, however I’ve never made a purchase I couldn’t afford/save for.
The rest Of It
Any other costly hobbies or passions? I delight in cars, a great holiday as well as a great time with buddies as well as family. I really appreciate the much more easy things in life, believe it or not. nothing beats a great laugh!