HANDBAG RULES: MY DO’S & DONT’S | Minks4All
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- Happy Saturday Loves! On this video , I took a little inspiration from a question on Minks' Mondays: handbag rules. Sometimes they stick and other times...not so much, LOL! Thank you so much for watching! I hope you enjoy this video :) Please don't forget to LIKE, comment and subscribe! Stay Fabulous!!! Xoxoxo
What are some of your rules? Do they work? Let's have a discussion down below :)
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Point number one is key! Don’t spend money you don’t have 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
I second that👏👏👏
Right??! I broke that rule before and never again!
#1 is so important for everyone really
Thanks for sharing Minnie! My number one rule for myself is I will only buy items that I will use. I don't collect so I don't have duplicates in my collection esp slgs. I also research on each piece and think hard if it suits me and if I need it before purchasing. No purchase regrets so far.
Already like the video, because so many people overlook number one! That’s one lesson my mom taught me about not living beyond my means that I never forget.
You are so right about the "vibe" in the boutique with the lights and the "handbag heaven" environment, lol. Totally get it!!!
Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the amount of handbags you have? Do you get to rotate all of them frequently or are there some that don't get used as much? I know for myself, I get overwhelmed by my collection from time to time and I feel bad for certain handbags that don't get used as much as others but I can't let them go.
The red + silver loafers peeking out in the corner is displayed beautifully!
Great advice, Minnie! You are so level headed and well spoken 💖
So true! Sometimes the excitement of the bag and the store lights quickly wears off and then you end up returning!
Great advice! Really appreciate hearing your check list which helps you in purchasing a handbag.
Thanks you for sharing your video 👍.I’m agree with you on the rules of you have to have a full amount of money’s before you can get the handbag that you want to get. I have stayed with that rule for more than 10 years, and it worked and helped me to stay out of trouble a lot. Love your videos as always ❤️. You have a wonderful weekend Minnie.
Wow! I couldn’t sleep n you uploaded this video! Great!
I've had my eye on a chanel boy with handle for over 2 years. I did buy other bags in between, but am thrilled that I finally found one in pristine condition for a great price in the preloved market! I kept my eye on the prize and am so happy! Thanks for helping us by sharing your honesty and frankness. It really helps!
The hardest rule for me is keeping the blinders on. When I’m saving up, everything looks so good lol
It’s so easy to get caught up in the allure of the buy! Especially when you have obsessed over something. I learned my lesson when I bought the vavin PM in scarlet empriente. So gorgeous I bought it without thinking. Soon after I realized I couldn’t wear it often and it was impulsive. Thanks for another great video!
Great video! Definitely agree about having the funds upfront when purchasing a bag, slg, etc. I have made mistakes in the past thinking about how to “juggle” funds in order to pay for something expensive and it just never ends up working out. Plus then I’d feel bad about spending money I really didn’t have. I’ve learned that every time I impulsively buy something, it’s almost always returned. Now I’m much better at saving money and knowing what will work out for me!
Such great tips! I’ve started using them. Thanks!
Hi. Such a nice video. My number 1 shopping rule is when in doubt don't buy.😄
I almost always change into my new bag the second I get to my car. 🤣
Hi Minnie! Such an awesome list! Research is so important-it’s just challenging when you can’t find much info. Thanks for sharing 💖
Love that "some rules are meant to be broken." Specifically applies to me this weekend. I have sold a lot but am just itching for a monogram LV bag. I miss my Delightful MM so very much I can't stand it! I can't find exactly what I want yet which is good because I really shouldn't buy one until after my move. Great video! Much gratitude and well wishes for all that you do and are and making these great videos. 🎶💜🎶🌷
Great list Minnie....especially number 1! Lol
I love your knowledge & content in your videos, Mink. I just realized today that I wasn’t following you after all the videos of yours I’ve watched. So I rectified that and hit subscribe. Lol! I started collecting lux items last year after watching your videos to see where I should start. I have Valentino Rocstuds, Guiseppes heels. I have an Hermes black leather belt. And for handbags, I purchased a preloved LV bucket bag and Neverfull, both in monogram. I purchased my LV speedy 35 brand new. It’s in monogram, too. Not a huge fan of the Damier Ebene print, but maybe in a crossbody. I also found a gorgeous Fendi on Fashionphile! I’m currently saving up for a Chanel Boy Bag. It will be preloved. But thanks so much! Keep the great videos coming! ♥️
Hi Minnie great informational video. I agree with you regarding paying cash for your luxury purchases.
Yes #1 don't spend what u don't have👌🏽💕💕💕
I really love that top and necklace! So pretty on you :) Yes good tips. #1 of having the full amount is absolutely crucial 💵💵
Another great video from you. Thank you. When you said about sitting at the parking lot and switching out things, I laughed, I did the same thing. I still do have some bags I haven't used for years / or rarely use them, but still hang on them because I'm worried about regretting if I let them go. I'm so torn...
my rule is simple: no instant purchases! I need to think really carefully about what I'm going to buy!
(great Video btw) ❤️
Hi Minnie, Since you mentioned the Pouchette Metis again re: the recall; here’s my story. I bought the PM 3 years ago through EBay and loved that bag. When I heard about the recall & March being my birthday month, I took the bag to Louis Vuitton in Fashion Valley to see if the would give me store credit, and to my surprise, they did! I did have the previous owner’s receipt. With my credit, I too lived dangerously, lol 😆, buying the Capucine BB in Galet, gorgeous. 🥰🤗😊
Great advices! 🙂 Thanks for sharing...
The SA at Chanel gave me the same advice! My hub bought me my first Chanel in September. I really wanted a medium classic flap but couldn’t justify the cost to my husband. I settled for a Boy WOC, which I love, but still just wanted the classic so bad. I went in again before Xmas and saw another WOC I liked and the SA told me don’t do it. She said “just keep your eye on the prize”. Turns out I got my holy grail for Xmas from my amazing hubby. Glad I took her advice!
I bought another strap for my cluny as well ..I do like that I get to switch out the look 😀
I generally don't buy bags that exceed a certain price point (around $2000 is the highest I will go), so I buy a lot of preloved because I only like Hermes and Chanel for the most part. Otherwise, I have made a lot of mistakes of the years, so I can judge quite well now what works for me, and I ask myself a lot whether I can actually benefit from the bag I have on my mind. the only thing I am still looking for is the perfectly sized black cross-body bag, which is quite difficult. I wish the Evelyne came in a size bigger than the very small but smaller than the small :)
It's a real struggle! Failed already but hoping to do better in the coming months.. Thanks for this! 👍🏻 👍🏻 👍🏻
I love these rules. I used it for all my luxury purchase, except for the $$$ limit.
Happy Saturday Minnie! 😘
Really love this video. I think it’s so important to have some rules for yourself or it can be easy to get out of control. I agree with limiting yourself to how much you will spend on a canvas piece from LV. As much as I love LV at some point you have to be realistic of how much you are willing to spend on a bag that is not leather.
Great video! I too have a couple of basic rules. I know myself and i sorta steer away from colored bags. I just don’t reach for them! I also won’t spend more than more than $2000 anywhere! That limits me in some areas but that is why i love FASHIONPHILE. Sometimes tax makes me go over but that is a general rule for me. So my Chanel dreams are just unattainable right now. I found that i didn’t reach for the small vintage flap that I had so I sold it. Which is another rule, sell if I don’t use! I think the best rule for me is to enjoy my collection! I love what I have and feel so blessed to have such amazing handbags!
That’s was always my rule too! I just got my first in store bag, and I got the Palm Springs PM so I went over by $130. It was worth spending the extra $$$ in order to have the bag under my name in case something was to happen since it’s known for defects😂😅
Love your channel! First time commenting but I really connected when you said “how many times have you been excited to switch into the new bag right away?” I bought the LV Riverside and asked security in the mall if I could switch into it right there in their booth! Was so excited and felt safe with the extra security! Hahaha 🤣
Yes, save n keep ur eyes on the prize smiley. 😄👍🏻😘😘😘Sandy
Really enjoyed this and I relate to all of your points. Especially #1, it is so important to me to never go into debt over a handbag or anything else. I love using a credit card but always pay it off in full. And I have been guilty of "doctoring" a bag up in the past to make it work for me. I try to avoid that now too. Have a great weekend! Xoxo
I did that with my Sienna MM. I went into the store to look at the PM & it was just being sold. So I went with the MM thinking it was actually the size I wanted. Well I would load that bag up & in the morning when getting dressed, I would change bags. I took it back & exchanged it for a Montaigne BB that I had been looking at for years. (The one & only time I went over the 2k limit! But hey the Sienna gave me a good bit of credit! 🤪)
Loved this video!
I have to really talk myself into or out of a bag. But i do follow my gut about it. Not for resale if i can get some my $$ back later but if im really gonna love it. Most recent purchase was Gucci soho backpack in black and i love it. But i pondered it for weeks before i bought it. No regrets 😊🤗
I think my number one rule is to invest in a classic timeless bag! Determining if it stands the test of time is CRITICAL. Because we are all bombarded with trendy handbags on instagram that might be in for only a year or three.
Hi Mini..thanks for all the tips..which would you recommend, the chanel classic double flap medium or the bag (2.55?) that i can see behind you? Can you please do a comparison video?
What do you think about the jumbo lv line coming out here soon, and do you plan on purchasing any of them ?
Great tips! I’m realizing $2K is my pain limit in general. I was ready to buy Gucci Marmont Camera bag and now considering the YSL LouLou small that almost 2x. That’d be my biggest purchase yet. Advice? TIA!
My rules is that it must fit my life style and that I will fall in love with the bag (or clothes or other things). And I´ve been very successful with my purchases until today. /Marie from Sweden
Talking my language
I was going to buy a LV and put it on my credit card...but I don’t have the money to pay the amount I full :( I mean I do in savings but my savings are for emergencies only. Thank you for this video!
Hi Minnie, I don't focus on the dollar tag as much. My rule is that I must absolutely love the handbag and can visualize how it will fit my lifestyle. So that's why I research... and research... and research a handbag to death before I purchase it.
I just pre-ordered the LV giant collection Red/pink bumbag. I love how it looks but I’m worried I made a mistake lol I saw it back in november and I loved it and now I still liked it so I figured it must be a winner. I hope the resell will be OK
Hi Minnie, thanks for the video. I have a question for you. I have the clunny bb and I’m in love with the pochete Métis. In your opinion (considering you had the Métis and now have the clunny bb), are they too similar and have the same use? Is it worth it to get a Métis once I already have the clunny?
Love you videos. Thanks..
Hi Minnie...great advice! 2k is a good price point, I as well luv the Cluny BB 🙌💗💗
Great video as usually! I would love to know what do you think about Sac Lymington by LV?
Im so glad I watched this rn! I was about to go do my hair for my bday and im already spending my limit on my hair and I was about to stop at LV after to get the coin pouch just bc its my bday... ( lol) but now im not bc I wont have that extra splurge money bc of my hair... thanks mini (: wise words I needed to hear
Thank you for stressing the point of having the cash before purchasing. Credit card debt can be crippling and can destroy people’s future for purchasing things they need.. a home,a car, and all the future costs associated with those things. I hope younger viewers really realize the struggles they can cause themselves if they spend money on material things. Sure, treat yourself WITHIN your MEANS!! thank you for your videos
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Omg that's exactly what I'm doing especially save the full amount and doing research on the bag 😆 my only problem was the color choice sometimes when my favorite color wasn't available should I get it in another color? I'm not sure if I will be happy with the second option.
Minnie you are so lovely!
Hi Minnie thanks for the videos. I recently joined your channel and I love your feedback and honesty. I have a question, would you consider buying a LV empreinte leather handbag? I noticed you only have that print in SLG. I mostly have a collection of there canvass handbags, but I just recently added the Pontheiu in empreinte leather.
Beth I have and love the Pontheiu(PM Vison) as well. Whenever I take her out, she always attract compliments.
100% try to but only bags I’ve wanted for a while and never anything seasonal! Everything I have that was seasonal, I now look and and wonder why I even bought it, not making that mistake again! And yes absolutely research for hours and hour on CZcams and Instagram hashtags and see what others wear it with.
Hello Minnie, Love you chanel collection!!! Tell me out of all your bags and wallets what is you number one favorite item from Chanel?
My #1 rule is price. I just can’t justify spending more than $1500 on a bag. This is why I will only enjoy Chanel bags from a distance. I love bags but purchasing a bag for 5000 or more just isn’t in me. Also, I tend to look a pre loved. I ask can I get it cheaper and save a few bucks. Luxury on a budget 😉. Oh and I stalk you tube and watch a million videos before I get the bag. I want alllll the details before I buy. The good bad and ugly.
tasha hartman I paid under $1,000 for my Chanel medium flap!! Have hope!! ❤️😍 I just spluuuurgedddd on the Palm Springs PM but that’s definitely my capping point!
Hi Minnie, great video with some really useful tips to consider, but as you say “rules are meant to be broken” so if you give in to temptation because a bag has made you temporarily lose your mind - it’s ok! Lol xxx also please slow down at the start and end, I feel like you’re an old friend chatting away but when you speed up with the sign off, it breaks the “4th wall” so to speak. I hope you don’t mind me saying this, I’m a long time viewer and would never want anything to come across in a negative way.
Aloha Minnie from your fellow San Diegan...thank you for this awesome video. I think I needed to hear this because I’m struggling. My rule is, one bag out for one bag in...however these fashion houses specifically Dior and Fendi are killing me with the beautifulness that they keep producing 😩 and to top it off I was recently bitten by the Hermes Birkin bug so I’m trying to keep my 👀 on the prize for my birthday in Sept. You have anymore advice for me? I’m struggling 🙃☹️😢 Mahalo, Fab Foy 🌺🤙🏽
You just saved me from buying a drop dead beautiful wallet from Yoogies. I don't even use wallets!
I will never pay full price for a handbag that is not LV or Chanel. I usually pick 3 bags each season that I like and put them on my wish list- if I find it on sale I’ll pick one up, otherwise there will always be bags. I have my classic bags and anything new will just be extra. I’ve purchased a lot of bags where I fall “out of love” abs I’ve lost way too much money when I sold them- that’s why have this rule
My rule for almost anything I buy now a days is: would I change right now into it? If I don’t want to wear it right now, I don’t get it. When I went to get my Palm Springs mini I was sooo excited to get it I took out all my things out of my current bag and started using it at the store and walked out wearing it. If I’m not that excited about my purchase, I don’t get it. It means I don’t want it bad enough.
ana amaro this was me with my PS PM!!
Mine are all of the above plus one: Is there room in my closet? I only have one closet and one place to store my bags. I was happy when recently a non-luxury bag strap broke and it didn't pay to get it fixed. Now I have room for another!
What is the best way to communicate with you to ask a style question that cannot be viewed by everyone else please?
What are your thoughts on Montaigne empreinte noir ?
I know you didn't direct this question to me but since I have this bag in my collection(LV Montaigne Impriente Noir GM) I absolutely love this handbag! Among my collection, it is my favorite.
But what if it’s a handbag that isn’t appropriate for the season and you’re waiting to use it in the season it’s made for🤩 Hopefully by then I still love it lol!!
Hi @Minks4all I’m really curious about your necklace it’s really beautiful where did u get it?
Mamamia Saab Hey, I remember it’s a gift she got from her family (last year?). I believe Minnie talked about the necklace in either her “What I got for Christmas” or her birthday video. I hope this helps if Minnie doesn’t respond.
O Twist thank you for the response.
what do you think about the lv dauphine bag, it is cute and do you think it is the new it bag?
nevermind, bought it already 😂great alternative to the metis
Hi Minnie just needed opinions here. I am currently thinking of purchasing my first LV bag. Got a Clemence Wallet in DE as an Anniversary gift from my hubby and thought that it needed a new bag from the same brand. I am contemplating for a Graceful PM in DE or Monogram. What do you think of the Graceful PM? Would DE or Monogram be a great choice? On the other hand, i super love the Alma BB too. Help!
My wife owns the graceful and loves it. I personally like the monogram more but she owns all different canvas's and they are all great. Really personal preference. She just bought the flower (fleur), look into that
Check out the Lymington..is structured and has a zipper.
AFTER ONE DAY......WHY DID I BUY IT !?! Very true when the bag does not excite us any longer :( these are costly distractions
im struggling too i always wanna buy bags :-o i bought the antigona and dionysus in 2 weeks my boyfriend is calling me crazy 🤣 how do i stop this obsession?
Lol girl you are me! I just bought a SL bag and by the end of this week I am buying another one. My money, my rules ... always buy the bag!
Hey Minky & fans! I've been a long time fan and follower and a die heart LV fan. I've been digging deep into researching the Alma BB. My biggest question, is the zipper fussy? Honesty please, I just can't do fussy. All input welcome, thanks everyone! Hugs, Minky, XO
I have an epi BB bag it’s not fussy at all to me I often leave top unzipped and that works well for me I’m surprised how much it fits as well!
@@nicolezackary8213 Thanks Nicole for the help! Whats really kicking off my possible want of this bag, would be for travel, so it would have to stay zipped. Sadly, my NV's don't work for a travel handbag.
Minnie, you are making me really bad about my Montaigne GM! That was well over $2000. But then my hubby bought it for me, so it doesn’t count, right? Right?!?!
Naomi Yoshida, makes your heart sing? Enjoy it in good health.
Mayette Chery Yes, not just my heart sing, my whole body is singing out loud😊
I love your collection 👍🏻👍🏻
What do you mean by store credit? Is that a promotion that happens on a certain day?
Her pochette Métis was defective and because she had so many of them replaced, LV gave her a credit for current selling price to purchase a new bag
Demelys Oramas Specifically, store credit is an intangible monetary exchange where instead of getting an actual refund, you are granted monetary credit for the exact amount of the purchase. For example, if you spent $350 on an item, but the store doesn’t allow for refunds, they would give you store credit of $350 so that you can purchase items from that store that amount to the $350. It varies from store to store though - some store credits are only percentages of the original purchase amount, some store credits expire after so much time has passed, etc. Hope this helps!
Hi Minnie, I have a question for you or anyone who can help. I'm looking for a tote bag for the longest time. I'm afraid I have a pretty specific picture on my mind and I can't find it. Sleek minimal design with zip closure in leather that is not too soft and doesn't slouch preferably with no lining. Any ideas?
Thanks! xx
yes, I have been looking for the perfect tote as well!!
Have you looked at Madewell?
I did but wasn’t a fan.
Check Tory Burch!
How about Dagne Dover ??
I too like to have the cash in hand before making a big purchase not on a credit card to have to pay interest unless quick payoff. Never buy anything white or vachetta leather and i like to always do my research to see how it wears over time. For instance I wanted the Louis Vuitton josh backpack in maccassar and over seeing them they don’t really hold up how i want them to so i passed on it.
And I will never purchase anything online unless I’ve seen it IRL before.
When I buy a new bag, I never wear it the first day or two. It’s almost like I am afraid to use it. I was even worse with my first couple of bags. My first luxury bag was a LV speedy that my husband surprised me with and it sat in my closet for almost a month until I started using it.
I’m the same way! So weird!
Andrea Bleicher I’m going through the same thing with the Turenne MM that I bought. But It’s been in my closet for over 6 months! I love it but am afraid to use it. I think I should just sell it now after watching this video.
Don’t you dare justify your Cluny BB for the haters lol that original strap was A LOT to say the least and swapping it out for a more classic option was such a great choice! Now you have a gorgeous bag that work perfectly for you! Thank you for your awesome channel and content!