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DAY Birger et Mikkelsen folding nylon tote
I have this fold-up elephant tote to carry my overflow. Because I work ‘out in the field’ all day I use a large, heavy bag that fits A4 papers, books, my laptop, snacks, warm jumper. Sometimes it gets...
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Cheap and cheerful travel bag
I bought this for next to nothing at a Spanish market, because I needed a small daybag. I usually throw my small Longchamp Les Pliages into my luggage to use while I am at my destination. It is not...
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My very worn vacchetta leather handbag
This is one of my older handbags. I bought it at one of those generic handbag stores – the ones that sell nameless, bags in sensible designs that all look similar – because I liked the internal...
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Finally using a canvas backpack
I have never been much of a backpack person. I often need to scratch in my bag while I am walking, and I use crowded public transport up to 8 times a day, where I don’t want to smack someone in the...
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Royal Republiq Minimal Tote
This is one of my BEST BARGAINS EVER! It is a Minimal Shopper by Royal Republiq, a Danish brand, and was reduced from $258 to $16 at AFound (H and M’s outlet store). I have a more comfortable strap...
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Fiona Ho Ostrich bag – part 2!
If I were forced to carry one bag for the rest of my life, or if I were asked about the bag that has served me best, it would be my black ostrich bag by Fiona Ho. I have written about it several times...
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Royal Republiq dark brown tote bag
I wrote recently about my bargainous $16 Royal Republiq cognac tote. Here is my other bargain from the same brand. It was not as cheap as the other one – it cost about $35 – but is far more suitable as...
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Christine Price leather bag
This Christine Price leather handbag was a great bargain on Etsy. It was 50% off with free shipping, so it cost me $30. I love the look of the pebbled leather. It also has a removable lining,...
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Christine Price brown leather handbag
I wrote previously about the bargain Christine Price handbag I found on Etsy. It was $30 with free shipping. The leather is super-pebbly and great quality. This bag does not look that big but holds...
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Fjällräven Kånken x Acne collaboration
I have written about Fjällräven Kånken backpacks before. I really like the fact that they are washable, durable, light, and a real Swedish classic. They seem to be a great leveller because people from...
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My ‘what’s in my bag’ posts – a compilation
I used to do regular posts about what was in my bag. It is strange how some things stay for the long haul (gum, umbrella, snacks, binder, glasses), while others come and go. You can find all my posts...
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Longchamp Le Pliage nylon bags
I have two Longchamp Le Pliage bags – a mid-blue Large with short handles and a black Large with long handles. These are lovely bags. Light, hardwearing, good leather, has brand snob-value without...
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Spanish leather bag
I bought this leather bag when we were in Spain in 2018. You see them pretty often, and they are not expensive – about €20. I wanted to see how it would darken and wear over time. Having said that, I...
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Bad Pineapple bags and Notebook covers
These gorgeous bags are made by Justin, the supremely talented partner of one of my favourite clients. He is in the process of building an online store (links below) and honing his craft but he is...
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What is luxury?
There was a discussion recently in a Facebook group about what makes a bag ‘luxury’. Some people said price, others said materials, yet others said workmanship or brand heritage. Names mentioned were...
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Longchamp Large Le Pliage tote in blue and purple
In many ways this has been a hard year for me so far, as I am sure it has been for many of my readers. The winter was horribly dark and rainy with no snow, so I suffered more badly than usual from...
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Rizzo black leather bag with Gabriella by P bag strap
After my post about our trip to the archipelago, I received a few questions about my handbag. I normally use bigger handbags, which can hold my planner. But since we have been on the motorbike so much,...
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The Superior Labor
The Superior Labor is another brand I love. It has a very rustic, utilitarian aesthetic that reminds me of Traveler’s Company, but with a wider range of products. They have stunning leather and canvas...
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Large black Longhamp Le Pliage Neo tote
This is another one of my workhorses at the moment. It is a large black Longchamp Le Pliages Neo in black with long handles. I bought it because it was on really deep discount – not sure why as I...
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