Purses I Regret Buying!?!

I got this idea for this blog post last week. With a new baby on the way, I’ve been becoming more and more intentional with what I need and what I should buy. Plus, I’ve already watched the whole Kon Mari Series on Netflix. Anyone else? 😉

Three purses come to my mind. I haven’t used any of these purses in months. I am lately just using my coach tote bag. Click here for my Coach Tote Review!

I like my tote because I can easily carry my daily things plus anything extra: papers, small items I buy from store if I don’t want a bag, pregnancy snacks…

My tote has just been my go to bag for months.

I go to get my purses to make my video – “Purses I REGRET Buying,” and something magical happens. Each time I touch my bags I get a sense of joy!

Okay, maybe that was a bit of exaggeration but they did make me feel happy, and I thought… I can’t get rid of this yet!

So my purses I regret buying turned more into my purses I thought I regretted but actually might still use.

I know, it’s kind of crazy. So here are the 3 purses I might not have bought if I knew now what I know. 😉

Click here if you want to see my crazy video of purses I regret buying !

Coach Crossbody

-I absolutely love the color and design of this bag. I bought it at a Coach Factory Outlet in Nashville, TN. I love pockets! It has a big pocket in the front. It is perfect to slide things like you phone in! I actually did carry this purse for awhile. It did stain some from my blue jeans. However, the soap the Coach Factory Outlet gave me has really saved my bag. You can barely see the stain! (Go watch my video for a better look!)

My problem with this purse was it just wasn’t big enough for stuff I wanted to carry. It just ended up looking bulky. I thought for sure I could easily get rid of this purse. But after looking it over, I think I might use it again this spring and summer. With a baby on the way, this might be the perfect bag with a diaper bag!

Zebra Coach Crossbody - Purses I regret buying!?!

2. Zebra Coach

–Any other Zebra print fans out there? Seriously I went through a huge zebra stage. Once again I thought this purse would be easy to get over. I don’t even own anything zebra print anymore. However, one look and my mind changed…. This purse is perfect for a nice event to go to! It is a stand out piece to add to a dress for an event!

-This bag has pockets on both sides, which I love! ;). You can carry it crossbody or by handle. I haven’t carried this bag in almost a year. Last time I tried, I just couldn’t fit in all my things. So maybe I’ll keep this around for that fancy event (I’ll probably never attend. 😉 ) Or I’ll become more minimalistic with my purse necessities.

Vera Bradley Marlo Satchel - Purses I regret buying!?!

3. Vera Bradley Marlo Satchel

-This purse is the most expensive bag I have ever bought! It was in between $300 and $350 dollars. I saved for months for this purse. The week after I bought it, it went on sale 50% off! I thought I was going to blow a fuse with my temper once I found out about the sale.

-The print is what won me over with this bag. I think it is the perfect mix of brown and gold! I really have only two downsides to this purse. One, it caves in. I guess I am super picky, but I hate when my purse looses its structure and just looks frumpy. Also it eventually causes lines of wrinkles to form in the leather. Second, you can’t just open the bag with one hand.

Let me explain. You’re in line at the grocery, you are trying to open your purse quickly to get your wallet out. However with this purse you have to use both hands to make sure the zipper is well aligned so it actually opens. I hate being the girl at the store balancing a purse on her knee and using both hands to open it. I like easy!

I have been considering carrying this purse again but then I am reminded how perfectly papers just slide into my tote.

While I have my loves and hates for these 3 purses, I just can’t get rid of them yet. I can’t tell them “thank you” and send them off. I think they still have some purpose to serve me.

If you want to see if I carry any of these bags anytime soon, go follow me on my Insta – gracefullyfashionable. I try to share my new fashion, faith, and any other favorites I have on there!

Keep finding those things that bring you joy!

~Gracefullyfashionable Britt

December 7, 2018December 7, 2018

Only $20!! Love Meg made me buy it!?

The YouTuber LoveMeg, made me purchase this bag. Now, she didn’t physically make me buy the bag. 😉 But her video showed me that I HAD to HAVE the bag.

From a young age, I have been a collector of bags. Here lately, I have been mostly a collector of Vera Bradley or Coach. I have TONS of videos on my youtube channel of my purse reviews! Click here to check out my channel!

The LoveMeg bag comes from a boutique in Savanna Georgia called, Fine Things Under $20. They do not seem to have a working website yet, so check out their Facebook page!

I called about the purse and ordered on the phone. (Super nice customer service!). Three days later the purse was in my home!

So what are my YAY’s and MEH’s about the bag?

Check out my short 4 minute review here!!!

YAY’S

-LOVE the color and gold touches! It looks almost like a designer! I actually had someone at my church think it was designer!

-Only $19.99!!! Score!

-VERY ORGANIZED! Nothing drives me more nuts than my purse having zero organization. I can’t take it, it seriously almost gives me a panic attack. 😉

-Tons of pockets! While this is similar to the point above, pockets and places to put my things in my purse just make me happy!

-Durable! I’ve carried this purse for over a month now and it has held up incredible! I sometimes worry when I buy cheaper bags, will they really last? So far so good for this one!

MEH’s

-Shipping – Let me explain – The shipping was $14 dollars (That is a little overwhelming when you’ve been spoiled by amazon prime. 😉 ) HOWEVER – even with shipping, the purse was still less than $40 dollars. I think that is still a great deal for such a cute purse!

I think this purse would be a perfect Christmas present!

As a purse lover, I am very pleased with my purchase! If you have any questions leave them below! Follow me on my Instagram to see what bag steals my heart next!

Merry Christmas!

~Gracefully Fashionable

October 5, 2018October 5, 2018

Chic Fall Backpack Purse… From Target!!!

Hey guys!

I wanted to share with y’all about my new backpack purse I got from Target. This was actually the last one they had of this purse at my Target…. So I took it as a sign that it was destined for me. 😉

I had been in search for a backpack purse. My sister had been carrying one for months and told me that I needed to get one.

Check out my video review of my purse here!

Here is the link to this purse.

CLICK HERE: It is the VR by Violet Ray Kendall Backpack. It was only $34.99!

Here is my pro’s and con’s list for the bag:

Pro’s:

-Love, Love, Love the color – Perfect for fall!

-Lots of room.

-Several pockets. 2 outside, 2 inside.

Con’s :

-The material is “faux-leather”. When I put this backpack on, if I don’t move my hair out of the way, it gets caught in my hair. What’s worse is that due to this material, it sticks to my hair. This is not fun at all when it feels like it is pulling my hair.

-Adjusting the straps is a pain. My husband had to help me.

-Floppy. I actually don’t care for bags that don’t hold its structure when you sit it down. This one as soon as you sit it down, it flops over. Maybe if I carried more stuff it would do better.

Overall, I was pretty happy with my purchase. I’ve gotten a few compliments on the bag as well. It is a great purchase for its price.

I’m always searching for the next, great affordable bag, so leave your suggestions down in the comments!

-Gracefully Fashionable

September 14, 2018September 14, 2018

3 Fall Essentials – Walmart and Target!

Does anyone not like the season fall? The cool weather, the thought of the holidays right around the corner. I feel like a special type of magic starts to sit in around fall.

Today, I have 3 affordable fall essentials. FROM WALMART & TARGET! My clothes have to pass the 2 C’s test. COMFY & CUTE. If any outfit is not comfortable… I will not wear it. Trust me… you can ask my husband. I legit touch everything in a clothing store to see how soft it is. 😉

So here are my 3 Fall Essentials!

1 – Sporty- Comfy- You- Have- To -Have- Black- Top! I love this top! Seriously, I love it. I think it is perfect for running errands or to chill in for the weekend. It helps me feel like I am trying to look cute and sporty, but really it’s the most comfy top I’ve ever worn! And its from Walmart! Just $15 dollars! AND it comes in multiple colors! I chose black because I thought it looked more chic! 😉

Here is the link online! CLICK HERE

2 – Dressy Ball Cap. I am a ball cap type of girl. Oily hair but need to run errands? Ball cap! Crazy curly frizzy hair you can’t contain? Ball cap! I thought this was perfect to add to my collection. It is way better than just wearing my WKU one. 😉 . This cap helps my outfit look like I actually meant to add the ball cap. 😉 . Guess where? Walmart! Clearance! I searched the internet to try and find this hat and couldn’t. So if you see one at your Walmart… snatch it 😉

3 – Backpack purse. As a purse lover, I am particular about my purses. I have been searching for a backpack purse for months! When I found this at Target and it was the only one left, I knew it was the one! Backpack purses are perfect for fall. Perfect to stash essentials to go on a hayride or apple pickin’ . I love all the pockets this purse has! My only complaint is that it is a little floppy. I have a weird annoyance when I set my purse down and it flops over… or when trying to get my wallet out turns into a fishing game. But I think I can deal for now! Just being able to throw my purse on my back and not worry about it falling off my arm, has been a blessing. 😉 .

Here is my link to my new fall bag! CLICK HERE!

Have y’all found any fall essentials? Share below in the comments! Follow me on my instagram page for more of my essentials to my comfy fashionable life. 😉

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Happy Fall Y’all!

March 30, 2018July 17, 2018

What’s in my Coach Tote Handbag!?!

Anyone else a purse-a-holic? I am recovering though! Growing up I had so many purses. As I’ve aged I’ve gotten it down to where I have less than 10.

Check out my YouTube video about my purse collection

I use to be a cross body only type of girl but here lately I have fallen in love with this coach Tote bag I got for Christmas. I love the color and the size is perfect.

Check out my review video here!

So what do I keep in my Coach tote bag?

-1- My coach wallet – which I’ve had for years, but I love how I can just carry it by itself if needed.

-2- Coupons! I feel like as an adult your grow to like coupons more and more. I keep this envelope in my purse for my grocery and other coupons. My husband offered to get a nicer looking envelope, but my frugal self just couldn’t let myself.

-3- Purple Pen – these are one of my favorite pens to write with. Life should be colorful. 😉

-4- Tissues – its allergy season, thank you Spring.

-5- Orbit gum – spearmint is my fav!

-6- Cover FX Pressed Mineral Foundation – love this stuff covers well and is easy to apply!

-7- Thirty-One compact mirror

-8- Purse Hanger – this was a gift from my mother-in-law years ago, and its still handy!

-9- Random Life Saver mint

-10- Burt’s Bees – I use this stuff religiously

-11- Bodycology Truly Yours Moisturizing Body Cream

-12- Clean Cool Cotton perfume sample

-13- Mini Hair Brush

-14- Visine for contacts

-15- Pocket knife – My husband got me this to keep in my purse and it is actually really handy!

-16- Lady items 😉

It is honestly a little weird now knowing I carry 16 items on my every day, but I do actually use all these items. Or like the pocketknife, I don’t always need it but it’s handy when I do need it.

One thing I love about this purse is how it holds all this stuff and still doesn’t seem full. I can and have easily added papers I need to carry, my Ipad, my Bible, and my glasses, and the tote holds it all very well.

I plan on carrying this bag for most the year, and possibly ordering it in another color. 😉