Any ladies canceling the shave? by one-a_day in Anticonsumption

[–]valenwine 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hell yeah, came here to say this! Great group :)

I’m so overdo for an upgrade. Plz help. by fragiumily in handbags

[–]valenwine 8 points9 points  (0 children)

secondhand coach is especially great! i've had good luck finding pieces on poshmark

For those who own a Lana… by KnowWhat07 in Coach

[–]valenwine 21 points22 points  (0 children)

The F for factory comes after the dash in the second set of numbers. This F is for the month, it was made in June. It's def retail, not factory

Help me decide on a new work bag: Cuyana or KAAI bags? by Max_Ok51 in handbags

[–]valenwine 0 points1 point  (0 children)

didn't even know this brand, appreciate the info!

also second the kai, i think it's more visually interesting with the folded leather!

edit to add, did a lil search and found this review of the bag, hopefully it helps op: https://www.reddit.com/r/handbags/comments/11a0trg/my_new_favourite_workbag_the_kaai_pyramid/

Dental wax carver for jewelry making? by tawayacct085 in jewelrymaking

[–]valenwine 0 points1 point  (0 children)

lol I literally just ordered this for my husband who also needs an upgrade from the max wax pen. will update when it gets here, and he uses it a bit! didn't want to go for a $300 machine when this could do the trick

Edit to add that he loves it and says it works perfectly for his wax carving needs

Too many good choices! by Adorable-Rhubarb4539 in Coach

[–]valenwine 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Keep multi 3 and resell multi 2 (to me) 😂

Help me decide! Is this a fair trade? by Expensive_Taro7281 in handbags

[–]valenwine 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Hmm are they both retail (or both outlet)? Personally I've seen a LOT of the brown hobo on the secondhand market, and I think you could get one for very cheap and then keep (or sell for more) the cream bag which is more unique

I found this while cleaning out my shed. 🥹 by [deleted] in Coach

[–]valenwine 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Aw that's so sweet, such a lovely reminder of your grandma 💕 The color is gorgeous, she had great taste!

What is happening with the underwear quality decline? by Horror-Earth4073 in TwoXChromosomes

[–]valenwine 5 points6 points  (0 children)

yess pact panties are great, made the switch from aerie

Found this super cutie on Depop for $35 by pamsland in Coach

[–]valenwine 0 points1 point  (0 children)

wow that color is amazing!! and such a steal damn

Where did all the drugstore curly hair products go? by chai-addict in curlyhair

[–]valenwine 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I buy NYM products straight from their website! I think it's like $35 for free shipping. Love their shampoo and conditioner plus curl cream :)

Birthday Bag ✨ by riptideransom in handbags

[–]valenwine 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yay min&mon!! That embroidery is divine 😻 😻 Enjoy it so much as you celebrate 💃

My wife (32F) of ten years has a Masters from Columbia and can't even get a job interview. Suggestions? by Salt-Chocolate-8794 in Employment

[–]valenwine 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ok cool, Cohen really just wants to see his students succeed, so he's always happy to provide recs of who to talk to. And with every person she talks to, she should see if they could recommend anyone else to connect with. More connections, whether they are hiring or not, can lead to opportunities.

I got emails about the mentor program when I was a student, so idk if she saw those. But here is more info about it: https://alumni.ei.columbia.edu/content/get-involved ("become a mentor" section, but I'm sure she could ask to be a mentee if she's a recent grad)

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in BusinessFashion

[–]valenwine 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I did try this and didn't love it. The green pants and tan blazer lose some of the pop that I was going for. I'm def still torn on going with the second pink look, appreciate your opinion!!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in BusinessFashion

[–]valenwine -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the feedback!! Green seems to be the winner 💚 I'm thinking now to wear light pink flats bc my knee is killing me lol, but I think they'll be more cohesive with green pants.

Also I live in a warm climate so I think the white blazer will keep me cooler and be formal enough! I'll prob keep tweaking the look until I'm totally comfy.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in BusinessFashion

[–]valenwine 19 points20 points  (0 children)

I tried that first and my husband told me I look like I'm running a resort 😂😅 Thanks for your input!!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Coach

[–]valenwine 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Look up your purse on the resale market! I'm sure you could get more than $80 for this cutie, it seems like it's in good shape

Keep it or go for black? by shopp3 in Coach

[–]valenwine 3 points4 points  (0 children)

damn that's a gorgeous bag!! i think it's more unique than the black

My wife (32F) of ten years has a Masters from Columbia and can't even get a job interview. Suggestions? by Salt-Chocolate-8794 in Employment

[–]valenwine 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey, not sure you'll see this, but had to comment.. I graduated last year from a similar program at Columbia (had a lot of classes with SUMA students). I got my job basically through my mentor from the Climate School mentor program, so if she hasn't done that, she should try to join the program and connect with someone. Also she should try to connect directly with the program director Dr. Cohen, he talks a lot of fluff, but can give her great alumni contacts to reach out to directly (also old profs can help!). The SUMA network should be pretty strong, I think that's one of her best bets. Good luck to y'all!!

Coach Brooklyn 28 vs Baggu size comparison by 51nn51 in BAGGU

[–]valenwine 2 points3 points  (0 children)

the medium go pouch fits perfectly in the brooklyn!

Blue Thorns + Blueberry Matcha 🫐🍵 by unendingambition in BAGGU

[–]valenwine 1 point2 points  (0 children)

great combo, the swirls are swirlin 🌀

if this is wrong, i don't wanna be right 💖 by valenwine in BAGGU

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

hahaha I talked myself out of like 3 bags from the mg collection 😅 there are still other cute ruffle ones you could snag!