https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/handbag-inventory-how-many-purses-do-you-own Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Tue, 21 Apr 2026 18:48:04 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/handbag-inventory-how-many-purses-do-you-own/page/2#post-626781 Wed, 23 May 2012 13:28:39 +0000 modgrl 626781@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I counted last night. I have 10 everyday bags and 3 clutches. I wouldn't mind a coral or green bag but I think I have enough to keep me happy right now. I am not in the market for anything at this point. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/handbag-inventory-how-many-purses-do-you-own/page/2#post-626682 Wed, 23 May 2012 08:44:42 +0000 Mander 626682@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm late to the party, but I wanted to chime in anyway. At the moment I have 28 (!!) bags, plus a few random shopping-type bags that I occasionally carry as handbags.</p> <p>The breakdown:<br /> Clutches -- 5<br /> Small shoulder bags -- 6<br /> Cross-body -- 3<br /> Satchel or messenger -- 3<br /> Big slouchy, briefcase, or tote style -- 11</p> <p>Most of the collection is pictured here, except for the canvas tote bags, a grey faux leather cross-body, and my old Mexican souvenir leather satchel. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/handbag-inventory-how-many-purses-do-you-own/page/2#post-625805 Tue, 22 May 2012 09:01:09 +0000 lyn67 625805@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have 4 summer bags for work(beige, light grey, white, and coral red), 2 straw bags (turq+yellow) for holidays and summer casuals, 3 smaller cross bodies(brown leather, one olive canvas, and a tylish black and white patent), 3 clutches(black snackskin texturred patent, one oringe with a fringe, and one bow shaped tan and animal print) BUT I just realized that I have only 1 bag for the fall (a mustard yellow) and only 1 currently for the winter(dark grey)-how could that happen??...:-((<br /> BTW these are 14! alltogether and still not enough!!!<br /> As for the organizers, I once bought one on the ebay(as I couldn't find where I live) but was not at all please with the quality-and shape---so need another one, please can you some of you share some links?<br /> Thanks so much:-) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/handbag-inventory-how-many-purses-do-you-own/page/2#post-625772 Tue, 22 May 2012 06:25:00 +0000 lyn* 625772@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>A small, useful collection:</p> <p>1. Pretty floral Fossil overnight tote (thanks! ^__~)<br /> 2. Coral Fossil Maddox satchel<br /> 3. Small black Fossil cross-body<br /> 4. Larger fold-over brown Fossil cross-body<br /> 5. Canvas military medic bag (call bag)</p> <p>And that's it </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/handbag-inventory-how-many-purses-do-you-own/page/2#post-625756 Tue, 22 May 2012 05:39:33 +0000 Chrizzle 625756@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>For all practical purposes, I have one handbag: currently a bronze glazed leather Giani Bernini bag that can be carried as a satchel, though I usually wear it crossbody. I love handbags and totes, and can spend hours looking at them in a shop or online, but I'm picky about the features I like in a bag, and I hate changing bags so I tend to carry the same one every day until I wear it out or get tired of it. In the past, my everyday bag hasn't always been neutral, sometimes it's been a color like aubergine, raspberry, or olive green. The last three have been matte metallic bronze or pewter. </p> <p>I do have a few clutches I use for dressier occasions: a metallic copper snakeskin, a silver satin, a beaded black, a gold leather envelope, but I can go a whole year without using any of them. </p> <p>Somewhere in my house, there is a cream-colored perforated leather satchel that was originally about $600 that I bought on a whim when I saw it marked down to under $100. I carried it one time when I was going to be meeting someone I wanted to impress, and then I carefully stuffed it with tissue paper, put it in its cloth dust bag, and forgot all about it until now. (I'm one of those "out of sight, out of mind" people, to a ridiculous degree.) I'm thinking I would really use that bag now that I've seen so many outfits here styled with light-colored bags. I vaguely remember packing it away in a bin with other bags I rarely used but didn't want to part with. Hope I can find the bin, and that the bag is still in good shape. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/handbag-inventory-how-many-purses-do-you-own/page/2#post-625674 Tue, 22 May 2012 02:35:26 +0000 Abie 625674@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Such great bags all around!</p> <p>Am I the only one in the one bag club? One day I will branch out. This is my current everyday bag. I also have a laptop tote that I can stick this bag in, and my laptop, lunch etc.. </p> <p>I guess technically I have one more as I have a little clutch with a wrist strap in the event I go out but with an 18mo it hasn't seen much use. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/handbag-inventory-how-many-purses-do-you-own/page/2#post-625069 Mon, 21 May 2012 11:36:05 +0000 Vildy 625069@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Another one here like Angie: too many and not enough. I am often rethinking bags. I tend to climb to about 22 bags (regular, clutch, evening, tote) and keep up a continual purge, sometimes getting down to about half a dozen. But then it climbs upwards again. </p> <p>At one point I decided that I didn't want any more heavy bags encumbering me. I like to picture myself as traveling light, always arriving. Trudging under a bag that was heavy even when empty didn't suit that image. So I passed along some beautiful leather bags.</p> <p>I often have a conflict between wanting the bag to provide counterpoint or emphasis to an outfit and the idea that a bag is Luggage and I only need one. Even as a young girl, I never had just one. Though my mother did. It's funny that the idea of bags as pieces of luggage appeals to me since I never carry anything much in them. Occasionally, in winter, I will use a tote to stuff my winter accessories into when I take them off. </p> <p>When I was young, I mostly had clutch bags, usually printed. I remember when visiting at someone's house, the woman spotted my bag and showed me that it resembled her Klee painting. Obviously, though, I didn't carry much then, either. My father would chide me about going out without a wallet. Who does that? </p> <p>In junior high, in the early 60's, I had a friend who wanted to go into the army. Her very sedate mother was appalled. My friend also wanted a shoulder bag and it was strictly forbidden as her mother deemed it "rough-looking." I also did not understand why she wanted her hands free. Yes, there was a small bag in my hand but remember it held little and I was carefree in that respect. There's something that still appeals about having so few responsibilities, though today I am more likely to want crossbody bags to have my hands free for ... whatever. So, another conflict, all played out in terms of bags wardrobe.</p> <p>I change the shapes and sizes of my collected bags as well. Currently I am liking slimmer, snappier looking bags. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/handbag-inventory-how-many-purses-do-you-own/page/2#post-625050 Mon, 21 May 2012 09:01:41 +0000 rute 625050@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>13 bags<br /> 3 clutches </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/handbag-inventory-how-many-purses-do-you-own/page/2#post-625049 Mon, 21 May 2012 09:00:09 +0000 brown 625049@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Amazing collection!!!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/handbag-inventory-how-many-purses-do-you-own/page/2#post-625024 Mon, 21 May 2012 07:02:34 +0000 Sylvie 625024@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm hoping my bag collection looks as good someday as those of the "bag ladies" on this forum. Since I commute by train, I carry a "gear" tote on most days. Most handbags just can't handle a packed lunch, a laptop, and gym clothes. On the weekends, I can wear a "normal" handbag, but I default to a crossbody or small shoulder bag, since again, I'm on foot or public transport.</p> <p>In no particular order:</p> <p>1) Silver clutch (never used)<br /> 2) Blue shoulder bag (rarely used - poor purchase)<br /> 3) Gold convertible hobo/satchel (have been using this more recently)<br /> 4) Green crossbody (my go to crossbody)<br /> 5) Red patent clutch (only for dressy occasions but it's perfect)</p> <p>Not shown:</p> <p>Black/silver small shoulder bag (impractical and I need to purge it)<br /> Gear crossbody<br /> Gear daily commute bag</p> <p>I really want a yellow bag, but haven't yet found the right one. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/handbag-inventory-how-many-purses-do-you-own/page/2#post-624994 Mon, 21 May 2012 05:09:48 +0000 Deborah 624994@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Shall I just PM you a list of the ones I want you to send me *wink*! Great collection </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/handbag-inventory-how-many-purses-do-you-own/page/2#post-624972 Mon, 21 May 2012 03:50:34 +0000 bj1111 624972@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>just not a bag girl...like traci, i fall in love with one and use until it falls apart. i also hate switching bags.</p> <p>that said, i've bought my share of bags that i loved and used, but have not used out, have inherited many of my sister's designer hobos and a few special occasion or outfit specific ones. i want to wear more of these purses, but not enough to overcome my dislike of switching. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/handbag-inventory-how-many-purses-do-you-own/page/2#post-624953 Mon, 21 May 2012 03:34:43 +0000 Sveta 624953@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You have lovely bags, Natalie. I especially like your new yellow one, polka dot and #1.<br /> My bag collection is very small:<br /> pre-YLF:<br /> - Luce tan hobo<br /> - satin black beaded clutch<br /> post-YLF:<br /> - teal tote<br /> - big snake print tote<br /> - Chromia satchel in bright tomato red<br /> - black and white stripe patent clutch<br /> I also have checkered TH tote in pastel sherbet colors (apple green, lilac, yellow and orange) but I am not sure if it is still worth having. Maybe I should post "keep or toss" about it...<br /> I have made the following discovery about bags during my 2 years on YLF:<br /> - I really love how they complete outfits on others (Angie is a prime example)\<br /> - they don't really mesh well into my lifestyle. I walk to work an I lag a lunch and often yoga clothes because I go to the class after work. As much as I love the look of a satchel bag they are not big enough for all of this - and I refuse to carry several bags. Big tote or cross body are ideal for me.<br /> - it is very hard for me to fall in love with a bag so I find shopping for them daunting. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/handbag-inventory-how-many-purses-do-you-own/page/2#post-624750 Mon, 21 May 2012 00:15:39 +0000 Suz 624750@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You have an amazing bag collection to go with your amazing wardrobe, GP!! </p> <p>I am pouting. I only have 4 "regular" bags, 1 macramé sac, and a couple of evening clutches inherited from mother and mother-in-law. In days past, that would not have been cause for a pout (I was not a bag lady) but ever since I got my bright yellow bag, I want MORE!!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/handbag-inventory-how-many-purses-do-you-own/page/2#post-624693 Sun, 20 May 2012 22:57:23 +0000 teeandcee 624693@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I own several but only use 3, a mustard one, an orange Coldwater Creek faux croc, and a gorgeous creamy kind of slouchy bag with a chain strap. I love this one and use it all the time.</p> <p>I am, however, keeping an eye out to add to my collection as I love bags and have learned here they're another important detail that will complete a look.</p> <p>Plus they always fit without trying on. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/handbag-inventory-how-many-purses-do-you-own/page/2#post-624681 Sun, 20 May 2012 22:33:30 +0000 Echo 624681@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Angie's answer about sums it up. Handbags are one of my addictions, and to be honest, I am afraid to count. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/handbag-inventory-how-many-purses-do-you-own/page/2#post-624665 Sun, 20 May 2012 22:00:14 +0000 Transcona Shannon 624665@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>4 evening bags<br /> 1 oversized clutch<br /> 16 various totes, satchels and cross body bags </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/handbag-inventory-how-many-purses-do-you-own/page/2#post-624613 Sun, 20 May 2012 21:03:00 +0000 Anonymous 624613@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I loved seeing your complete collection Natalie! Now that it's summer, I'd love to see more of that red satchel in #1 and the yellow (Dooney?) satchel. Love the Guess orange and purple bag too, right on trend with the color blocking. </p> <p>I have seven right now, and I've discovered that I love cross-bodies on other people but they seem to elongate my long torso even more than it already is! I have two of those, but they don't represent a major investment. My current favorites are Monty, Big Blue and that hobo-esque straw bag I picked up at Goodwill. These soft hobo shapes with short straps look the best *on* me, IMO. Rosy, the bag I recently dyed pink, is not working out so well. It's the color. I'm thinking of giving her a navy and white color-blocked makeover! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/handbag-inventory-how-many-purses-do-you-own/page/2#post-624604 Sun, 20 May 2012 20:52:39 +0000 Fruitful 624604@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Natalie, surprisingly I love #10! It's so understated, love the slim look (depthwise) and if my eyes don't deceive me it's got satchel-like straps. </p> <p>Strangely I am moving more and more towards low-key bags these days. I think it's because with my figure flattery priorities, bags with ALGO interrupt the streamlined silhouette I aspire towards. You can rock patterned and bright bags though. I also love the Jason Wu cat bag and the chevron Fossil.</p> <p>I do still love my yellow bag though! Yellow goes with nearly everything :)</p> <p>All my bags are PVC and cheap. I am planning on getting a mid-high end bag someday, for as bargainous a price as I can find while making sure it's authentic. You should check out The Purse Forum and you won't feel guilty some of those ladies are not "large collection but cheap", or "expensive but a few", rather they believe in quality and quantity! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/handbag-inventory-how-many-purses-do-you-own/page/2#post-624598 Sun, 20 May 2012 20:43:53 +0000 christieanne 624598@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm going with too many and not enough. Handbags is the first thing I look at in ANY store.<br /> Been avoiding this post all morning and avoiding an inventory of my bags but time to face the reality (since my shopping afternoon just got postponed until tomorrow). </p> <p>Count:<br /> 18 mid size and totes<br /> 16 clutch/evening<br /> 5 vintage ladylike small bags<br /> 4 small crossbody </p> <p>In looking over my current closet I would like to ADD a red day clutch, something in python or snakeskin, and a different cobalt blue (the tote was a temporary Zara fix) and a replacement light bag (tan or blush) for the one I am dying turquoise.<br /> I have a ton of black but really it's because I have collected over the years and they are still holding up and fairly timeless. </p> <p>Storage:<br /> I have the colored bags hanging on strap outside of a bifold closet (picture 1) . Pic 2 is detail of velcro strap holder. It's double sided so you can hang on closet bar but I don't have space. I don't like to use the back due to fear of scratching leather.<br /> Pic 3 (sorry for upside down - it won't delete) is a wooden peg strip inside closet. It used to hold everything lol. All my black everyday bags are on there for summer. And the crossbody hanging below.<br /> Picture 4 is a small wooden chest holding most of my evening bags and small clutches. The delicate, beaded and patent bags are in covers. I use shoe bags for clutches. </p> <p>There is a bin of bags not pictured on top shelf of closet - all in dust covers but in a canvas storage bin of all the brown and spice tone bags. Some are vintage and I don't carry as often but I do like to pull out for fall. Plus my bronze briefcase.<br /> Another bin holds canvas briefcases,backpack, gear bags and those handy fold up big totes for travel. </p> <p>I am a very happy bag lady </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/handbag-inventory-how-many-purses-do-you-own/page/2#post-624581 Sun, 20 May 2012 20:06:00 +0000 Amy 624581@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You have a beautiful collection, GP. I like your fossil satchels the best. That yellow Ralph Lauren is quite wonderful too.</p> <p>I currently have seven bags, but two of them I NEVER use. I should donate them.</p> <p>For those of you wondering how to transfer all your belongings from handbag to handbag, I recommend putting bits and pieces into a cosmetics bag, which you can just pop into whatever bag you want to use. When I change bags, I only have to fiddle with my phone, wallet, cosmetics bag and glasses case. That minimizes the amount of stuff I need to worry about. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/handbag-inventory-how-many-purses-do-you-own#post-624566 Sun, 20 May 2012 19:49:01 +0000 RandomThoughts (Andrea) 624566@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I really have 2 bags that see any real use:</p> <p>Brown leather hobo back from Lucky<br /> White leather "doctor" type handbag from Wilson's</p> <p>I also have:<br /> Small black leather shoulder bag - Coach<br /> Small navy leather shoulder bag - Macy's (forget the designer)<br /> Large messenger type-ish bag, tan leather - Fossil<br /> Small cross-body bag, tan leather - Fossil<br /> Small red leather handbag - Wilson's<br /> Small black with hearts, faux leather - Macy's</p> <p>I should probably get rid of most of my "other" bags as they are hidden away. I would definitely like to get a bright orange or yellow mustard bag to add some color to my otherwise usually quite neutral outfits and to create more contrast. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/handbag-inventory-how-many-purses-do-you-own#post-624561 Sun, 20 May 2012 19:42:00 +0000 Anonymous 624561@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Waving at Marianna...<br /> I see you are a fellow Marc Jacobs fan. Five of my bags are MBMJ and my crown jewel is MJ. I love him! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/handbag-inventory-how-many-purses-do-you-own#post-624555 Sun, 20 May 2012 19:29:41 +0000 Kirti 624555@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It is so much fun to see all your bags! I have three - a reddish brown crossbody handbag, a large brown Longchamp bag and a tan satchel for university. I want to add one bright bag for summer and I would love a Fossil satchel, if I could afford it! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/handbag-inventory-how-many-purses-do-you-own#post-624513 Sun, 20 May 2012 18:40:46 +0000 Jewell 624513@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I just love your orange slice bag pictured in #5!</p> <p>The answer to your question is not nearly enough!<br /> I have a total of 11 bags:<br /> -yellow ruffled Nine West shopper<br /> -blue Tignanello domed satchel<br /> -purple New York &amp; Co. shoulder bag<br /> -printed Nicole Miller satchel<br /> -denim cross body for MOTG type outings<br /> -skirt purse with interchangeable covers<br /> -camel croco Michael Kors framed satchel<br /> -brown Dooney &amp; Bourke toggle sac<br /> -black Kenneth Cole mini satchel<br /> -black wristlet<br /> -black evening clutch (w/ strap for wearing cross body)</p> <p>On my wishlist:<br /> -a replacement straw tote<br /> -a red bag<br /> -a green bag<br /> -a snake print envelope clutch</p> <p>The last picture shows how I’m able to switch my bags out daily without leaving something important behind. My checkbook holder also holds my ID and cards, and the zip pouch holds all my essentials. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/handbag-inventory-how-many-purses-do-you-own#post-624511 Sun, 20 May 2012 18:35:56 +0000 Irene 624511@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have...</p> <p>two black bags -one huge, another regular sized.<br /> one brown bag for winter, but it's leather, super heavy and hasn't seen the light this season.<br /> one dark red (almost maroon) that suits most of my clothes (YAY)</p> <p>for spring/summer<br /> 1 moustard bag -it's sort of camel/moustard(orangey/yellowish, very practical.<br /> light brown bag (but it's in a real bad condition so probably will toss it)<br /> red super small bag, as cute as impractical for my life</p> <p>I'm waiting for the sales to add a green/hot pink/orange/crazy colored bag </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/handbag-inventory-how-many-purses-do-you-own#post-624510 Sun, 20 May 2012 18:35:43 +0000 Kiwichik 624510@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I don't have very many handbags but I'm working on it. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/handbag-inventory-how-many-purses-do-you-own#post-624508 Sun, 20 May 2012 18:31:51 +0000 christy 624508@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Fun thread! I don't have many handbags, but I am adding to my collection and I do tend to switch out a couple of times a week. My mom bought me one of these purse organizers for my birthday last year. If it wasn't for this, I know I wouldn't switch out as often as I do now. I'm sure there are other brands out there, but this is the one I have. I just take it out of the old bag and pop it into the new one. Brilliant! Most of my day to day bags are about the same size so it works well. </p> <p><a href="http://www.pursetogo.net/" rel="nofollow">http://www.pursetogo.net/</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/handbag-inventory-how-many-purses-do-you-own#post-624455 Sun, 20 May 2012 17:33:38 +0000 ManidipaM 624455@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Natalie, such fun to see your collection! Especially because it shows not only all your impressive wardrobe of bags but also a fabulous array of your different looks, from costume to casual! LOVED this.</p> <p>I'm relatively meagre with bags myself, and still a little shocked at having a 'spring-summer' bag that is terribly expensive by my usual standards:<br /> - Black leather everyday bag, slouchy hobo-ish and convertible to backpack<br /> - Floral-print cream canvas shoulder bag (Benetton, pricey for me, esp as not leather)<br /> - Black suede and silk bowler bag (switched with slouchy casual everyday, now and then, esp if going day to evening)<br /> - Lime green 'patent' pleather structured small tote<br /> - Brown woven basket-bag, tall satchel style<br /> - Small black satin sling bag, blast from the past (cheap college student!) recently rediscovered<br /> - Small black evening bag<br /> - Brown mock-croc clutch<br /> Only three are in regular rotation: the black leather slouchy, the basket weave and the lime patent. The rest are special-occasion only.</p> <p>These are all for *my* personal stuff. I also have a pile of totes and shoppers for hauling other stuff -- I'm paranoid about not having a bag when I need one. These range from a Longchamp-style folding tote in navy, to cheerful souvenir totes (Swiss flag, Singapore zoo, Irish sheep and clover) and jute hessian. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/handbag-inventory-how-many-purses-do-you-own#post-624435 Sun, 20 May 2012 17:01:45 +0000 Makrame 624435@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have five handbags, all cross body or shoulder bags.</p> <p>Black<br /> Cognac<br /> Grey suede<br /> Red<br /> Yellow/orange coloblock</p> <p>Actually, just remembered - I also have a small evening purse (black satin) that I have worn a couple of times to weddings and such.</p> <p>I also have two laptop bags - a checkpoint-friendly backpack (best thing ever!) and a small briefcase-like bag. I don't often bring my laptop to work so I only use those infrequently.</p> <p>I find changing bags frequently confusing (like others, I forget small objects in the pockets of my bags etc.) and honestly, my bags spend most of the day in my desk drawer. So I switch bags once a week at the most and will often base my outfits on what bag I am wearing rather than the other way around. In the winter I only carry my black or grey bags because of the salt and grime on the car that can accidentally transfer onto bags.</p> <p>GP, your bag collection looks marvelous - I especially like your Fossil bag and that Jason Wu tote with the kitty is fun, too. </p>