Designer Items, best and worst purchases #2

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I was wondering if anyone has any Coach bags? Are they great quality? I have just purchased my first, the new pillow tabby shoulder bag. Saw some reviews saying it creases easily and now I'm apprehensive about wearing out a lot.
Any thoughts or recommendations for keeping leather bags in good condition?

Has anyone got this bag in particular? How do you find it?

I have a Central Tote 39 in black. I don’t use it very often so can’t really comment on wear, but it’s roomy, comfy and beautiful. It’s good quality for its price and goes well with a lot of different clothes
 
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I have a Central Tote 39 in black. I don’t use it very often so can’t really comment on wear, but it’s roomy, comfy and beautiful. It’s good quality for its price and goes well with a lot of different clothes
That's one thing about Coach- the prices! Very reasonable compared to other brands. I do like that bag also. I'm glad you mentioned it being good quality as I was worried about that. Thanks for your response 😊
 
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That's one thing about Coach- the prices! Very reasonable compared to other brands. I do like that bag also. I'm glad you mentioned it being good quality as I was worried about that. Thanks for your response 😊
Yes, I’d say the quality is good. If it’s not your only bag, you should be fine — it might last for a really long time :)
 
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Ladies, any ideas for a stylish but practical but not totally breaking the bank bag I could use as an ‘extra’ bag on work days? With a return to the office on a few days a week basis, and no longer having a fixed desk, I’m going to have to start carting my laptop and other paraphernalia back and forth regularly 😒
I do like to use my good bags for work, and swap to match my outfit, so don’t have/want just one work bag, but I don’t want to start stuffing my laptop/water bottle/flat shoes etc etc into them. Most of them are top handle so I wear just in my hand/crook of my elbow, so am thinking some kind of swish tote that can go on my shoulder? Maybe a Le Pliage in all black? What do you all do?
Should note that I am deeply opposed to rucksacks!
 
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Yes, I’d say the quality is good. If it’s not your only bag, you should be fine — it might last for a really long time :)
Yes, I have a few bags (from other brands). I agree now, with the Coach bag leather being so soft and delicate, it's best not to wear it daily, but instead wear my other bags too.
 
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Ladies, any ideas for a stylish but practical but not totally breaking the bank bag I could use as an ‘extra’ bag on work days? With a return to the office on a few days a week basis, and no longer having a fixed desk, I’m going to have to start carting my laptop and other paraphernalia back and forth regularly 😒
I do like to use my good bags for work, and swap to match my outfit, so don’t have/want just one work bag, but I don’t want to start stuffing my laptop/water bottle/flat shoes etc etc into them. Most of them are top handle so I wear just in my hand/crook of my elbow, so am thinking some kind of swish tote that can go on my shoulder? Maybe a Le Pliage in all black? What do you all do?
Should note that I am deeply opposed to rucksacks!
Telfar medium would be big enough to meet that criteria.neverfull too but they do break the bank.

Would you use a laptop bag and then use your normal bags that youd usually use?
 
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Telfar medium would be big enough to meet that criteria.neverfull too but they do break the bank.

Would you use a laptop bag and then use your normal bags that youd usually use?
Oh the Telfar is cute, that wasn’t on my radar! Love the Neverfull but more than I want to spend on what will basically be a glorified canvas shopper!

I did think about just getting a swish laptop bag, but I think I want more space than they tend to give for all the extra bits and pieces (I’m an overpacked, even day to day!)
 
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Ladies, any ideas for a stylish but practical but not totally breaking the bank bag I could use as an ‘extra’ bag on work days? With a return to the office on a few days a week basis, and no longer having a fixed desk, I’m going to have to start carting my laptop and other paraphernalia back and forth regularly 😒
I do like to use my good bags for work, and swap to match my outfit, so don’t have/want just one work bag, but I don’t want to start stuffing my laptop/water bottle/flat shoes etc etc into them. Most of them are top handle so I wear just in my hand/crook of my elbow, so am thinking some kind of swish tote that can go on my shoulder? Maybe a Le Pliage in all black? What do you all do?
Should note that I am deeply opposed to rucksacks!
have you looked at the YSL shopping bag tote? :) it’s quite modern and stylish, but understated!
 
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Oh the Telfar is cute, that wasn’t on my radar! Love the Neverfull but more than I want to spend on what will basically be a glorified canvas shopper!

I did think about just getting a swish laptop bag, but I think I want more space than they tend to give for all the extra bits and pieces (I’m an overpacked, even day to day!)
Max Mara?
Saint Laurent have a tote, might be a bit more than what you want to spend but it’s all leather.
 
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Ladies, any ideas for a stylish but practical but not totally breaking the bank bag I could use as an ‘extra’ bag on work days? With a return to the office on a few days a week basis, and no longer having a fixed desk, I’m going to have to start carting my laptop and other paraphernalia back and forth regularly 😒
I do like to use my good bags for work, and swap to match my outfit, so don’t have/want just one work bag, but I don’t want to start stuffing my laptop/water bottle/flat shoes etc etc into them. Most of them are top handle so I wear just in my hand/crook of my elbow, so am thinking some kind of swish tote that can go on my shoulder? Maybe a Le Pliage in all black? What do you all do?
Should note that I am deeply opposed to rucksacks!
My sis has a fab Anya Hindmarch bag that holds her lap top plus has cute little sections labelled for all your bits and pieces. I think it’s this one:

 
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Thank you so much for replying. That's a shame, that is something that would really annoy me, as I like to keep my stuff looking as neat as possible. I bought it to use as a daily bag, but if it scratches easily, maybe I will wear it out only occasionally.
Do you use any leather protection?
I haven't used leather protection. Do they make a big difference? I have other Coach bags but they are saffiano leather so don't scratch easily. Overall my Coach bags are in great condition though.
 
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I haven't used leather protection. Do they make a big difference? I have other Coach bags but they are saffiano leather so don't scratch easily. Overall my Coach bags are in great condition though.
No I haven't either, I was just curious because I have seen some leather bag moisturisers, dirt protectors and cleaners online. Wasn't sure if it was really necessary to get all of those things.
 
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Ladies, any ideas for a stylish but practical but not totally breaking the bank bag I could use as an ‘extra’ bag on work days? With a return to the office on a few days a week basis, and no longer having a fixed desk, I’m going to have to start carting my laptop and other paraphernalia back and forth regularly 😒
I do like to use my good bags for work, and swap to match my outfit, so don’t have/want just one work bag, but I don’t want to start stuffing my laptop/water bottle/flat shoes etc etc into them. Most of them are top handle so I wear just in my hand/crook of my elbow, so am thinking some kind of swish tote that can go on my shoulder? Maybe a Le Pliage in all black? What do you all do?
Should note that I am deeply opposed to rucksacks!
I am having the same problem! Coach have 2 that I really like - the Lora and the Willow. I have never bought from Coach before but they seem to last well and the branding is subtle which is great for the office/client meetings. I would quite like to see them both IRL so in the meantime am just using a classic black Le Pliage!

Tory Burch also have a laptop sized bag, think it’s called the Perry tote.

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I have been after the louis vuitton pochette accessoires for a while but its never available online. Plus they increased the price by over £100 this year...
 
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I want to go to Tiffany's in Manchester on Saturday. Do you think the wait times will be bad?
 
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I have been after the louis vuitton pochette accessoires for a while but its never available online. Plus they increased the price by over £100 this year...
I managed to get it just before the price increase 🤞🏼 But even at the current price I’d repurchase it, it’s such a cute little bag and goes with everything

I had to stalk the website for months though ☹
 
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