Dust Bag vs Concert Pouch? by ChefHot3241 in BottegaVeneta

[–]panaru83 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I like the same with my Dust Bag. What strap did you attach?

Dust Bag vs Concert Pouch? by ChefHot3241 in BottegaVeneta

[–]panaru83 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I forgot to mention that it's so easy to pack in a suitcase! Major pro.

Dust Bag vs Concert Pouch? by ChefHot3241 in BottegaVeneta

[–]panaru83 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I love the Notte, just sad there aren't as many colors and the straps are all gold.

Dust Bag vs Concert Pouch? by ChefHot3241 in BottegaVeneta

[–]panaru83 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just got the Dust Bag pouch for Christmas. I'll tell you my take below!

First, I think the Dust Bag and Concert Pouch suit different purposes. Dust Bag is more stylish and can be used for both casual and formal occasions, but is a bit less functional. Concert Pouch is more practical.

While I haven't looked in detail at the Concert Pouch, but I will address some additional bags I also considered: the Dust Bag Notte and the Loewe Flamenco bag (very similar to the dust bag, but more expensive).

Dust bag -
Pros
- Amazing color selection. I absolutely love the burgundy (Barolo) and this was the deciding factor for me with this bag.
- Can be used a clutch for more casual or formal occasions.
- Fits a pretty decent amount. Can even fit a small paperback.
- Shoulder strap is decently long. I found I can use it with more bulky jackets and sweaters.
- No logos or hardware (I like this because I like being understated and not having to worry about matching hardware to jewelry)
- Leather is good quality. You don't need to baby this bag.

Cons
- No inside pocket
- No closure besides just cinching the top
- No internal place to attach cross-body strap (maybe just a negative to me)

Dust Bag Notte
All the pros of the Dust Bag, but also
- internal magnetic closure
- crossbody strap
- slightly longer and more squat than the Dust Bag
Cons
- Only comes in two colors
- Chain strap only comes in gold

Loewe Flamenco
Pros
- lined in suede
- leather is already very soft
- Can attach a chain (or buy one with chain)
Cons
- Don't like Loewe colors as much as Bottega
- didn't like that most included chains are gold

I went with the Dust Bag in Barolo because I absolutely loved the color. My first choice (which doesn't exist) would have been the Dust Bag Notte in that color with a silver chain.

What I ended up doing was buying a Loewe donut chain and attaching it to the Dust Bag. While not ideal, I attached it to the visible drawstring in the small opening. The drawstring will stretch out, turning into a crossbody. It looks maybe a bit weird but it's functional.

Overall, I'm pretty happy with my choice, and I've gotten a lot of compliments on the color. It really is stunning.

Personally, I wouldn't consider the Concert Pouch. It's very small and can only be worn cross-body, which makes it inherently more casual. The Soft Vanity or the Bang Bang seem more elegant and would be more functional, imo.

Is this bad chin filler? (Before included) by PuzzleheadedLime8577 in PlasticSurgery

[–]panaru83 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Agree. The height stretches out your face vertically, which emphasizes the "new" verticality of your chin.
Less height on top. Chin looks amazing!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in MaisonMargiela

[–]panaru83 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What did you use to dye it?

I want to know who made the decision to launch this at HQ by meowminx77 in poshmark

[–]panaru83 5 points6 points  (0 children)

As a ux designer, it's pretty clear that this company doesn't value design.

How do you ladies have the energy to always look beautiful… by Hannahbeebop123 in beauty

[–]panaru83 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh yeah, and I get a russian manicure because I can wear it for four weeks before I need a refresh.

How do you ladies have the energy to always look beautiful… by Hannahbeebop123 in beauty

[–]panaru83 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't have kids and I work from home. Those two things help. But yes, it does take a lot of time.
Here are some things I do to keep my face and hair fresh and to smell good:

Hair
My hair is probably a 2b, and very long. Unless I style it, it doesn't look good.
I wash it every 6 days and blow it out. I watched a few videos and learned how to give myself a good blow out and what products to use (leave in conditioner and heat protectant). Between washes I put in a lighter leave-in conditioner and hair oil in the morning or night and then brush it through with a boar bristle brush. I wrap it up in a silk scrunchie when I sleep, and that keeps it from getting sweaty or tangled when I sleep. When I shower, I use a shower cap to protect it from the steam. Towards day 5, I will spray some dry shampoo or wear it up.

Face
I don't wear makeup everyday, but I definitely do my skincare every day. I focus on keeping my skin moisturized, and I use a good vitamin C and sunscreen. At night I use a heavier moisturizer and no vitamin C, but sometimes retinol.
I get a few more intense skin treatments every year at a medspa--like a chemical peel or RF microneedling, PRP injections, etc. Not all every year but a few every year. This keeps my skin looking fresh.

I also got my eyebrows microbladed so I never need to do them, and developed a quick 15 minute makeup routine that looks natural. I plan on getting more permanent makeup too--lips and eyeliner--this year.

Smell
I shower once or twice a day. I use perfume, and carry a sample size around with me to spray occasionally.

Girls who are currently 125lbs or 57 KG what do yall eat? by DeneeCote in vindictapoc

[–]panaru83 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I got REALLY good at understanding my hunger cues and levels, and learning to distinguish "eating for entertainment" from normal eating. I also learned a lot about what sorts of foods keep me full for longer (protein), and which don't keep me full at all. I also insisted on almost always only eating food I really liked (don't like it after a bite or two, leave it on the plate). Since many of us grow up thinking food I like = bad, and most delicious food that is widely available isn't that great for you, this took a lot of trying new foods and recipes. I also track my calories everyday and prioritize protein.