https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-small-handbag-edition Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Thu, 14 May 2026 16:01:57 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-small-handbag-edition#post-456504 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 20:16:18 +0000 Sylvie 456504@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>@qfbrenda, my old bag (which broke) was red and I loved it. I just haven't seen the right red bag in stores yet. Once I do...one will definitely be coming my way. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-small-handbag-edition#post-456497 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 20:09:49 +0000 qfbrenda 456497@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Returning #2 sounds like it was wise. And if #1 makes your heart go pitter patter, you should keep it and use it to death. It looks like a nice size.</p> <p>For what it's worth, I *love* my red bag and use it all the time. I wouldn't shy away from red if it's a color you love.</p> <p>And is it really true that expensive = wimpy? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-small-handbag-edition#post-456472 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 19:44:09 +0000 Sylvie 456472@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>A collective thank you for the advice. In my earlier thread, I did discuss my bag holding needs, but I should have copied and pasted it.</p> <p>Bag need #1: hold keys, wallet, cell phone and 2 out of ipod/camera</p> <p>Bag need #2: hold keys, wallet, cell phone, ipod, camera and sunglasses. Maybe I can stuff a scarf and gloves on top if I need to. Must be able to be carried crossbody. I am small busted so there is no issue with the strap over the bust.</p> <p>The red bag fits bag need #1. It could handle all the items from #2 but it wouldn't organize them correctly. The lack of secure closure, small size and the fact that I don't love it make this a return.</p> <p>The white bag fits need #2. I did try putting all my things into it and they fit well/had adequate pockets. There is a black fabric version of this bag as well. Would that be more durable than the leather version?</p> <p>I must admit that it's really hard to push myself out of bargain hunting mode since I was lucky enough to find the white bag at 50% off. If it got dirty and I had to dye it, it would still be less expensive than paying full price for a different color. I kind of love it and want to keep it even if I means I would need to buy a second waterbottle-friendly bag. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-small-handbag-edition#post-456252 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 15:31:39 +0000 texstyle 456252@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>#1 seems better in style for you - the red bag seems too long for some reason and I find red harder to work into my wardrobe than white. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-small-handbag-edition#post-456235 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 15:16:02 +0000 modgrl 456235@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love #1! White bags are tricky, you have to be extra good to them. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-small-handbag-edition#post-456182 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 13:56:05 +0000 Angie 456182@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Both bags look wonderful! </p> <p>Great advice from, Suz. </p> <p>Right now, I prefer #1. But the size and style have to work for you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-small-handbag-edition#post-456178 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 13:43:43 +0000 Suz 456178@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Both bags are attractive, but I agree you need to figure out what "stuff" you will be carrying and ideally, try the bag out with your stuff inside. Also, consider whether they have the compartments you need. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-small-handbag-edition#post-456164 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 13:06:47 +0000 missvee 456164@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Even though I love the small red bag, if the closure is not secure I'd say return it.<br /> I'm kind of on the fence with the white bag: I think the shape is good but I don't find it all that appealing when you use the long strap and the shorter one is just flopping down. I think it takes away from the clean lines of the bag. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-small-handbag-edition#post-456123 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 09:31:41 +0000 krishnidoux 456123@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Bj1111 gave you excellent pointers. </p> <p>Myself, I find I need two types of bags: a small one, like your red one here, (which is my favourite of the 2) for daily, "on-the-go" activities and a larger one, of the size of the shown Coach bag, for longer, different types of outings: when I go to a doctor's office or any waiting area and need to bring a book along, when I need to carry a foldaway umbrella, or a camera, or a water bottle... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-small-handbag-edition#post-456117 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 08:55:54 +0000 Mander 456117@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like the white one too. But I'm concerned that an expensive handbag would be too fragile to hold a water bottle! I'd hope that if I was going to spend serious money on something that it would be reliable.</p> <p>That said, the only time I have ever had a leather bag rip, it was an expensive (to me) bag that was given to me as a gift. Fortunately I was able to take it back to the shop that it came from.</p> <p>I also think that although my instinct is to restrict white bags to spring/summer, it could be an interesting statement in the winter. I'll try to remember to do this myself! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-small-handbag-edition#post-456093 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 05:00:25 +0000 Adelfa 456093@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Gut reaction: I love #1 on you.</p> <p>Both are good. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-small-handbag-edition#post-456087 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 04:34:38 +0000 bj1111 456087@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>before picking specific bags, i would go through the uses i would have for different kinds o bags then shop accordingly.</p> <p>so for work, my preference would be for a biggish structured bag that can fit my computer and work essentials, probably in a neutral (black, brown, olive) or red. if the bag is not too "work" like, i would use this as one of the bags i carry on when i travel. so i would look for sizes that match my requirements, then drill down to the color and details.</p> <p>same for non-work life. i typically carry the minimum, sunglasses in a case, phone, wallet, gloss and a pen. again, i prefer streamline, non crossbody because the strap settles between my boobs. so i would go with measurements, then pick a color, texture, details.</p> <p>if you're just starting your collection, white might not be the most practical color to start with, though dye-ing it after it gets dirty would expand its wear life. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-small-handbag-edition#post-456086 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 04:27:51 +0000 Sylvie 456086@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Handbag newbie here. The handbags I ordered in <a HREF="http://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/handbag-spree-advice-requested">this thread</a> have come in.</p> <p>1) Coach Kristen purse in white.<br /> PROS:<br /> Converts between crossbody and over the shoulder<br /> Actually clasps shut<br /> Stylish<br /> CONS:<br /> Too large for a "small" bag, but might not be strong enough to hold a full waterbottle<br /> Fear of staining it, though I guess I could dye it once it got too grungy.<br /> Might make me look like a target</p> <p>2) CH Village crossbody<br /> <a href="http://www.endless.com/Cole-Haan-Village-Double-Cross-Body/dp/B001NMT7ZS" rel="nofollow">http://www.endless.com/Cole-Ha.....B001NMT7ZS</a><br /> PROS:<br /> Sturdy and durable<br /> CONS:<br /> Too small to stuff more than essentials in it (no hat, scarf, gloves)<br /> Magnetic closure is not secure<br /> Is this casual only? Can it be worn with smart casual?</p> <p>It's not an either/or situation since I'm starting from scratch and building up the collection. How do they look? Is the Coach bag too big on me? Is the CH bag unstylish?</p> <p>Thanks! </p>