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A tale about a TRUE investment piece

Angie

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Fashion Stylist

We went to a fashion show last night. While on the escalator to the show, I saw a lovely lady - 70 years plus - wearing a neon pink suit with cropped pants. I complimented her on her look straight away while we were going up.

I also complimented her on her black and white vertically striped satchel handbag. It was bold, graphic, very simple - and amongst the most beautiful handbags I've seen. I WANT A BAG JUST LIKE IT.

The lovely lady said that it was a Celine that she had bought 35 years ago. It was still going strong and looked utterly timeless. Both modern and retro.

*That* is what I call a true investment piece.

(And I was carrying Ms. Valentino - which will also look as wonderful 30 years from now).

Food for thought.

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24 replies

Latest reply was from Vicki

Anonymous

Do you think my beloved KS cream and black bag would qualify?

MsMary

Veteran

Indeed! What a great story, Angie!

Angie

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Fashion Stylist

Not sure, Zap. The KS's (of which I have plenty I might add), are not of the same level of craftsmanship.

Anonymous

True, good point.
I'm still comtemplating my forever bag. I will make the jump on my 40th birthday. I'm thinking Channel.
Great story, by the way.

Laura

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Veteran

Love that story!!

Ms. Valentino does not age, or become dated.

RoseandJoan

Veteran

Oh my the handbag is my age and by the sounds of it is ageing much better too

Sylvie

Veteran

What a great story! (The bag is older than me). Now I want to buy myself an investment bag too - maybe I'll do it for my 35th birthday. But I could start researching now.

Ingunn

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Veteran

I would love to see that bag!

Carole

Veteran

Wow, thats incredible. I wish you could have snapped a picture, I'm curious what a 35 year old stylish bag looks like.

Transcona Shannon

Veteran

Great story Angie - and indeed, food for thought. My thoughts are turning more and more to this way of thinking...

Debbie

Veteran

Love this story. It just goes to show ou that quality items can last the test of time.

Lisa

Veteran

What a great story!

modgrl

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Veteran

I need to go out and get those $500 R&B booties right away!!

Echo

Veteran

Agreed, Angie. There are long-term pieces, and then there are INVESTMENT pieces. As this story so wonderfully demonstrates, they are NOT just unjustifiable indulgences for many people. When properly cared for, quality things can last a lifetime.

rae

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Veteran

Amazing. I can't imagine committing to a bag for 35 years at this point. Must have been one heck of a bag!

Anonymous

What an inspiring story! I wonder if there was a period where she put it away for a while, and how much she has used it over the years.

catgirl

Veteran

So wonderful. The only thing I have like that is family jewelry.

cheryl

Veteran

Great story. An investment bag would be a lovely thing!

Suz

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Veteran

Wow. That is amazing! It must be one heck of a well-made bag.

Also, I'll bet she keeps it in rotation with a few others. From the sounds of it, this woman would not be a one-bag shopper!

She sounds delightful, Angie. And I'm sure you made her evening with your compliments! It's not every day that one gets smiled on by a brilliant stylist!

JAileen

Veteran

I'd love to see her bag.

Does my Coach Basic Bag count? It is 29 years old. After giving it a drink of leather conditioner it still looks good. The shoe repairman was impressed when I stopped by today.

Scarlet

Veteran

You know, I was somehow not aware that Celine had been around for so long. I guess they have just had a big resurgence lately. That is very cool how a great design can be so timeless.

Jonesy

Veteran

How fabulous! I would have loved to see her pink pant suit! Some pieces can really stand the test of time. Wouldn't it be interesting to see interviews with women who have pieces they've collected over time? They could tell stories or anecdotes about each thing--I would be fascinated!

Mama Susie

Ah vintage Celine. Be still my beating heart.

Vicki

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Veteran

That's a wonderful story, Angie, and the image of her moving along in vibrant pink withe the striped bag is an amazing visual. I'm glad you reached out to her with a beautiful compliment. Thirty five years and going strong! Now, that's timeless quality.