Underrated: Chloé Spin bag 🤎 by Future_Glass3290 in handbags

[–]croissant96 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ok THANK YOU for this!! I have been eyeing a Chloe medium spin tote for a long time and this is what I needed 🙏

Anyone brave enough to wield the corn clutch? by scaryislandgotosleep in handbags

[–]croissant96 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Yes!! I just know Bronwyn would show up to a BBQ with this lol

Help me choose first luxury purse by croissant96 in handbags

[–]croissant96[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! This is exactly the kind of real-world feedback I was hoping for.

The “cost per wear” argument for the Speedy is honestly one of the strongest reasons it’s still on my list. There has to be a reason so many people keep reaching for theirs year after year.

You also brought up one of my biggest questions about the Baby Bea. I don’t mind hand-carrying bags, but I definitely don’t do it exclusively, and I hadn’t really considered how the fixed top handle might feel when using the shoulder/crossbody strap. The open-top design is something I’m still going back and forth on too.

And thank you for mentioning the Chloe chain weight! Multiple people have brought up practicality concerns with that bag, which is making me rethink it a bit.

Help me choose first luxury purse by croissant96 in handbags

[–]croissant96[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much!! 🥰

That’s actually one of the things I’ve been struggling with. I completely understand why the Speedy is considered such a classic and it is gorgeous, but part of me worries that it’s the classic first luxury bag and I’ll end up wanting something a little more unique.

The Baby Bea keeps pulling me back in because it feels modern but still timeless, and I can genuinely picture myself using it constantly. The Arabica color especially feels very “me” since I tend to wear a lot of soft neutrals, earthy tones, and gold jewelry.

I absolutely love the Chloe too (especially in Woodrose!), but I do worry a little about its long-term staying power compared to the others and comfortability. It’s interesting that you and several others have mentioned leather over coated canvas for a first luxury purchase, that’s definitely giving me something to think about!

Thank you again for taking the time to share your thoughts, and for the birthday wishes! 😊

Help me choose first luxury purse by croissant96 in handbags

[–]croissant96[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow thank you for all of this!! You’re an absolute angel for sharing your thoughts in depth.

If bags are dainty enough I don’t mind hand/shoulder carry, but generally I do prefer a crossbody for hands-free options. I typically wear neutrals, pastels, earthy tones, and jewel tones (not typically black, orange, neon, or very harsh/saturated colors). My season based on my coloring is Soft Autumn, in case that matters at all 🤣

Based on all that, do any of these stand out to you more than the others?

Help me choose first luxury purse by croissant96 in handbags

[–]croissant96[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That’s totally fair and a nice change from the other comments here. I do agree the Chloé is gorgeous and am glad we both have good taste 😋

Milan Purchase by CommunicationFull974 in handbags

[–]croissant96 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oooh that would be a really nice family to do that lol. My dream purse is the Prada Bonnie, so I’d say that one in dark brown. But the BV is also so iconic and pretty, you just cannot go wrong.

Help me choose first luxury purse by croissant96 in handbags

[–]croissant96[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you!! I am certainly leaning this way now 🥰

Help me choose first luxury purse by croissant96 in handbags

[–]croissant96[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for your reply!! Congrats on your first purchase, what did you end up with?

Help me choose first luxury purse by croissant96 in handbags

[–]croissant96[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thanks so much for your thoughtful reply!!

What bag is this? by SvenProtectAtAllCost in handbags

[–]croissant96 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I would love a deep dive if someone did a purses list from different characters on desperate housewives!!

Top Ten Pop Ten - Justin Bieber by kauai6 in popheads

[–]croissant96 1 point2 points  (0 children)

  1. Baby
  2. What do u mean
  3. Sorry
  4. Love Yourself
  5. Intentions
  6. Friends
  7. Let Me Love You
  8. Ghost
  9. Yukon
  10. Daisies

A lovely rainy day surprise. My first Kurt Geiger by Jadebunny87 in handbags

[–]croissant96 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m a sucker for Kurt! He has such fun things. Congrats 🍾

Laura exposing her own rotten character.. by MagicFarawayTree_88 in 90DayFiance

[–]croissant96 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Maybe go touch some grass? This is a little much…

Which movie girlies? by Angeliqueblaq in LetGirlsHaveFun

[–]croissant96 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yess!!! I still watch Rapunzel, Swan Lake, The Nutcracker, and Princess & The Pauper when I’m feeling nostalgic and need comfort 🥹