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Hi Mel, I can see why you chose these bags. Your style seems to be going more towards feminine colors and dusty colors. TFS

❤TFS!😊

I don’t think I’m shocked by any of these, you can tell when you love something and when you just like something ❤

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I think it’s really important to be self aware of the bags that you wear and the ones that just don’t have your heart!

Melissa- I’m LOVING your honesty!!!

Honestly i am very happy, that the Pouch is not a Hype anymore, Thats why i am Wearing my more and not everyone is too. I dont care Hypes or Trends. And luxury shouldnt be everyday.

I would rent the LVbag from you, to try it, if you want someone else to get use from your investment!! Haha.

I completely agree with you on not loving/reaching for my contemporary handbags as much as my luxury ones. This year I’ve purchased about 7 or so contemporary bags and returned them all (🫣)… I fall in love with certain bags, decide to bite the bullet and purchase them, but when I actually have them I find that they’re cute, but just don’t stack up against what I already have. I need to learn to love bags from afar, but not go through with buying them hahah. Love your video as always, Melissa!

Hi Melissa, i think your LV bag is gorgeous. The fact that it might be inauthentic now, does not change the fact that you spent the money and that you loved the bag. I would keep using it, as it is so darn beautiful. No one except you is gonna know any different anyway, right? Re: the other bags up for sale, I think it is great that you want to downsize your colllection, so good going!!!

I know it’s silly but maybe have it authenticated again. It looks real to me honestly. In all seriousness I would buy it from you.

I have an alma bb that I don't use it's not a good, crossbody, but I would buy your fake lv! Cause I like crossbody bags and don't care that it's fake 😊

Hi Melissa I really enjoyed your video today. I have to say like you I think long and hard about my bag purchases. I love all of my bags and when I don’t feel that way I move them on. I’ve been blessed in that fact that it’s been a long time since I’ve had to move a bag along. Hope everything works out for you. Just wanted to mention that your orange bag I loved the color so much that I bought my LV hide and seek bag because of the orange color. So thanks for that. Take care sweetie 🌸🌸🌸

I really appreciate your transparency, Melissa. I agree with a lot of what you said, and I’d be okay with parting with many of my bags, especially the contemporary ones. I reach for my luxury bags so much more. I think it’s time for some reflection for me as well. Great video as always! ❤️

Thanks for sharing your thoughts Melissa. Totally agree with selling things that you no longer use or like using. I tend to sell things as I go if I really dont like using them. I usually think about it for a long time. Months at least so I dont regret it. I realized a few years ago that I just didn’t gravitate to my contemporary bags so I stopped buying them. The only times I like to use them is for travel so I don’t worry about loss or damage and dont have to be very careful with them in crowds, and if I need to use them in an outdoor setting, again to not have to be careful with them. So I sold or gave away most of them. I only have a couple coach bags and a bunch of Le pliages in different sizes and materials, which I love. I only have a couple LV bags that I don’t use often as they are bigger totes (I’m not a tote girl at all but keep them as occasionally I may need a tote for a day). I do enjoy all my bags but I agree that after having so many it feels less special when we buy another one. Less special than it was when I first started buying luxury bags many many years ago. But I still get a thrill when I get them. It just fades quicker. As for your orange arco bag. Have you considered dyeing it? I know it will cost a bit (I was quoted $400 for a Fendi baguette) but it’s a very expensive bag that you will sell for a lot less than you paid. And you love it otherwise. Basically it would be the cost of a contemporary bag that you would buy and then possibly never use anyway. And There’s nothing wrong with wanting to just use your luxury bags. That’s why you bought them. I checked. I’m still subscribed. Have a great day!

I really loved listening to your reasons why you’re not using those bags anymore. I’m on a similar journey at the moment where I am paying close attention to what I use and what I don’t and thinking about which bags are worth keeping in my collection. The blue clutch is a gorgeous blue and the green is to die for if you end up selling, whoever ends up with them will be very lucky 🍀

You are NOT ALONE friend!!! I definitely have bags in my collection that I would be just fine with parting with. Unfortunately they are bags no one else wants either so I haven’t had success selling them. So I can relate. I remember how excited I was about getting these bags so like you said I don’t know how I would feel 6 months from now. I was surprised about the backpack though cuz I thought you were enjoying it.

Totally agree on your point on contemporary bags 😂 for example I love my coach swinger 20 in denim, such a beautiful bag, but I just don’t go for it in daily life …

I enjoyed this round up, even though it was bags you’ve fallen out of love with. I’ve been doing the same thing this year - really assessing my bags and letting go of a few I no longer use. I enjoyed hearing why you like or dislike certain bags - it’s good food for thought. 😊 Sorry to bring up a sore subject, but since you mentioned the Dauphine, did you ever figure out if the other bag from the same seller was authentic or not?

Gorgeous bag ❤

I was binge watching your videos since the moment I woke up, enjoying your bag collection and now blessed with another video ❤

Love the Le Tanneur Bag, if you are selling, I am interesting... I live in NYC..

Are you for sure that the LV is counterfeit? Did you get 2 expert opinions? I’m just curious how that turned out. If they are indeed counterfeit I don’t blame you for not wanting to look at them. The backpack is really cute. It would come in very handy for travel or day trips. We like to go to the zoo and spend the day walking around. I use a Vera Bradley tote or my Kate Spade backpack. I don’t like to use my expensive bags at the zoo or outdoor activities because I want to set them wherever I need to and not worry. So even if I use those bags 2 or 3 times a year they come in handy and I’m always glad I have them.

You look beautiful! Hang on in there cause what u are feeling won’t last forever! ❤🎉😂 TFS ❤

Subscribed! I completely understand how you feel. I have a brand new (tag still on) Black shiny leather Givenchy Antigona in size Small that I dont use. It’s in PRISTINE condition and so incredibly beautiful but I also have it in pearl grey and use that one so much more. I have so many other black bags I gravitate towards instead that this one just sits. I also have a reversible Stella McCartney tote bag with pouch in black that I love to look at but don’t use. Again, so many other black bags I use instead. Definitely need to sell. I am in a downsize era myself too. ❤️

I love the backpack. Good thing you didn't cut the straps.

I am so the opposite, i was like let me use my gucci bag, i grabbed my the sak bag

Oooo i love the tanner bag

Hi guys, I’m actually using my Le Tanneur bag today and I’m enjoying it. I’m going to do a first impression in the near future. I also used my LouLou and it was great. Idk why I don’t gravitate towards it.

That’s so beautiful! Love the interior 💙

Gorgeous! 😊

There are wealthy women who have made their fortunes, some working in companies, some through investing, almost all of them making over seven figures a year, but these Millennial women are spending their money on fake goods. Some people even say that my friends who spend a lot of money on genuine products have either never worked in their lives or married rich people, but if you work hard, for your own money, you don’t want to spend it on stupid stuff *gtdupe*

Which contemporary bags you recommend?

Beautiful bag, love the silver hardware.

Cute stuff 🥰

Nice to see you enjoying your LouLou again❤

Dear Melissa, l applaud your frankness concerning the Dior issue. I particularly respect your view on about job opportunities and illegal immigrants.

Lovely bag 🥰 how tall are you? I'm 5'3 wondering if this would suit me as a crossbody

Such a beautiful bag! ❤ I love that the pouch is removable, so you can choose if you want to use it or not.

Keep on winning Melissa! 🙌

Beautiful outfits ! You look stunning with everything!! ❤️❤️ thank you for sharing! Nice ideas

Thanks for making me feel old. I'll be 51 in January lol You look amazing !

Thanks for introducing us to a new brand.🥰

I really don’t think of you as a midsize woman. You look healthy and in perfect proportion. These incredibly thin women have distorted what we think of as normal. You are beautiful.🥰

Great outfit ideas! The Dior saddle bag is really growing on me☺️