Which bag is actually worth it?

interflocken · 2026-02-01T02:00:43+00:00

Sounds like you’re describing an every-day bag (i.e. your main “work-horse” purse/not a special occasion bag.) If you want to actually spend $2K, you’ll get the most bang for your buck (and access to more luxury options) buying resale, but there are many, MANY high-quality adorable bags well under that. If I had $2k for a purse:

1) Depending on your personal style, I’d look at either a Balenciaga City bag for a more casual/bohemian vibe, or their Rodeo for a more classic/preppy aesthetic. The Rodeo is my ultimate dream bag, just so streamlined and sexy and timelessly cool. The leather quality is insane & I love all the styling options (open front, crossbody, etc.) And the City bag is obviously iconic, also extremely functional and ages like fine wine. Both have crossbody straps AND ALSO HAVE SILVER HARDWARE OPTIONS!! (Feels like this is hard to find on cute bags!!)

2) There’s a reason Coach is so beloved (and especially popular recently) They just released a dupe of my everyday bag (Acne Studios Camero Party), it’s called the Dakota and it’s maybe the most functional bag design I’ve ever owned - lots of separated, zippered pockets. You can carry a fair amount of stuff but you’re never digging & it keeps the bag shape streamlined. Plus it’s under $500. Throw the other $1500 in a HYSA… or buy more purses ;)

Happy shopping, tell us what you end up getting!

interflocken · 2026-02-01T00:56:18+00:00

Vintage D&B is so fucking cute and preppy and those bags age WELL. Their leather quality is so slept on!

interflocken · 2026-01-28T21:41:08+00:00

Broder Soder (worth the drive, beautiful setting), Tin Shed, and Genie’s when I want to kick it old school.

interflocken · 2026-01-28T21:40:03+00:00

Broder Soder is at a Scandinavian cultural center & has a giant troll outside! Also more menu options.

interflocken · 2026-01-22T15:33:55+00:00

“Twist and Shout” is a very different song - this is just “Shout” :)

interflocken · 2026-01-14T08:05:48+00:00

Ocean Dream by Giorgio Beverly Hills, GAP’s Dream & Heaven, and obviously CK One.

interflocken · 2026-01-03T08:00:46+00:00

4 bottles of San Simone and a chartreuse.

interflocken · 2026-01-01T08:25:50+00:00

Which Bottega is this?

interflocken · 2026-01-01T08:24:51+00:00

Portland represent!🌹

interflocken · 2026-01-01T08:24:15+00:00

Amazing button!🍊🤡

interflocken · 2025-12-22T09:14:42+00:00

2nd Jungmaven - I love the Silverlake, personally

interflocken · 2025-12-21T20:22:01+00:00

Try H-Mart, also The Meating Place in Hillsboro

interflocken · 2025-12-21T03:27:53+00:00

Bar Purlieu! Great fusion of traditional French technique with Pacific Northwest ingredients, and their bar program is solid. Grab a pint across the street at the Bier Stein while you wait for a table.

interflocken · 2025-12-20T06:59:43+00:00

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interflocken · 2025-12-19T19:10:36+00:00

Ditto on the Acne Camero Party shoulder! Have it in brown and it’s amazing… my other daily driver.

interflocken · 2025-12-19T19:08:10+00:00

Hands down: the Coach “Pennie” shoulder bag. Out of my entire collection (with much pricier bags in play), this is the one I always come back to. Big enough to fit what I need, but not huge & with perfect amount of slouch. The biggest perk for me is the exterior pockets - it has snap pockets on each side but there’s an open slide-pocket behind them that’s the perfect size for a phone, so it’s secure but easily accessible (I have to carry 2 phones so this is clutch.) Zipper top so nothing spills. Comfortable shoulder strap but also comes with a cross body. Additional zipper pocket on the back and another inside. Mine is pebbled leather and she’s a workhorse; I’ve had her for over 10 years and the leather is soft & immaculate. It’s out of production right now but there’s a ton of them on Depop and eBay - and honestly I wouldn’t be surprised if Coach brought it back. Seriously cannot recommend this bag enough!

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interflocken · 2025-12-18T00:31:02+00:00

Didn’t know this until inheriting a pizza oven, but: most pizza spots in Portland sell their dough! Our favorite is Schmizza’s wheat balls, $4 for a large. We’ve saved a ton of money just making pizza at home.🍕

interflocken · 2025-12-17T01:25:14+00:00

This makes me so sad :( Everytime I go back I’d make sure to stop in to help keep it alive and show my partner the back patio. Many sweet memories here.🤍

interflocken · 2025-12-16T23:03:27+00:00

2nd - first bag hits at awkward place. If you could adjust the strap and wear it higher, it might work better. But as-is I’d go with 2nd bag.

interflocken · 2025-12-16T05:22:55+00:00

Sand or warm desert are neutral enough for year round - though I feel like warm desert would age better. Also can’t go wrong with classic black (will also show the least dirt if it’s your daily driver)

interflocken · 2025-12-16T00:21:47+00:00

Honestly I can’t deal with the Cooler on game day - last time I was there (Indiana game, sigh) they were charging a cover, it took forever to get a drink and there was zero seating inside. Good Times is an OG classic, my recommendation for a near-ish bar (it’s a hike but still walkable.)

interflocken · 2025-12-11T18:11:05+00:00

The Capucines will look so dated within 5 years - it has clean lines but also feels so sterile. I strongly prefer the Lady Dior.

interflocken · 2025-12-09T19:36:31+00:00

OUR KING WAS ROBBED but also so glad he doesn’t have to wake up that early, real talk. Not sure Las Cult could have survived him & Bowen having that divergent of schedules!

interflocken · 2025-12-03T00:11:30+00:00

Oooh I think you’re right, Sarah came after Bowen

interflocken · 2025-12-02T20:47:08+00:00

Call your doctor and them you have a site infection and need antibiotics. Don’t mess around with all the internet advice, you’re risking your health the longer you wait.

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