WHY I SOLD THE CHANEL GRAFFITI MINI REISSUE & HAVEN'T BOUGHT ANY BAGS IN 5 MONTHS!

I assure everyone, the Chanel graffiti is safe and well cared for! It has many siblings and the pink denim bag has taken it under its flap and is taking care of it,

At least you sold it to a friend who you know will take care of it and maybe will let you borrow it for a special occasion if you’re missing it lol.

I don't have a luxury collection, but I do have a lot of high street bags, and I can relate to feeling overwhelmed and not using or loving certain ones enough. I have recently parted with several that I just wasn't using and wasn't drawn to anymore, and I'm enjoying what I have a lot more.

I have a handbag diary. So I write down the day and the bag being used. Recording when I change my bag with the date and bag change. So I can look back and see which bags get more use of and which bags I need to bring out to use again.

Amelia, I was particularly struck by how you sold your Chanel bag to Meredith. It’s a fascinating aspect of the luxury goods community, where items can circulate among friends and like-minded enthusiasts. This not only helps in refreshing one's collection without constant spending but also strengthens bonds within the community. It’s like having a rotating wardrobe that keeps giving—saving money and reducing the fatigue of seeing the same items. It’s brilliant because it fosters a sense of sharing and connectivity, enhancing the joy of owning such beautiful pieces by seeing them appreciated afresh by someone close. Could this be a future trend in sustainable luxury consumption? It’s delightful to think of a community where everyone benefits, sharing their treasures and experiences. What a fabulous way to deepen friendships and enjoy luxury responsibly!

OMG, what would Karl say?! 😱🤣 Only joshing with you, babe. When it's time, it's time. Least you know she's gone to a good home, maybe one day you can visit her? 🩷

I can definitely relate with feeling overwhelmed, I sold 3 and bought 3 this year! I also have my 40th birthday bag to unbox. I’m brutal if I stop using something I sell ❤

I’ve started being better about putting away my bags at the end of the day so I have to pull a bag to use each time. It has made me rotate around more by consciously picking. It’s also made me more satisfied in my collection and shown me where gaps do and don’t exist. I know I need a WOC and I also would love a non-LV chocolate bag but otherwise I’m feeling very settled.

It all makes sense. Can’t wait to see what you got!

I think it’s a beautiful thing to pass on beautiful things you once loved to friends ❤

I love ya. And I love Meredith. But I’m still on team “I can’t believe you sold it”

Like someone else said in a comment, you sold it to a good friend. That should give you a warm fuzzy 🥰

I think giving to your Southern Hemisphere Sister was a good call…the new one is very similar

I agree that the re-issue was replaced by the cruise sequined one. It's probably my fav of your Chanel minis. unless you're trying to create an archive, you don't need to hold onto bags you're not using. People fall in and out of love bags. The first designer bag i ever wanted to buy (never bought) i have no desire to buy now. If i had bought it, I might have sold it at this point.

Ted Talks on handbags...Best idea yet 😂 I loved that graffiti bag and will miss it from your collection, but glad it found a good home!

Before watching the video, at least you can be happy it went to such a good custodian. You know she will cherish it!

Between the two I loved the one you picked - I do not remember seeing that one before. Very sharp looking. 👛

I think that it’s a wonderful thing to be true to yourself, Amelia Rose . It obviously was the correct decision for you. I really admire you for that. We all should endeavor to be that way. Thanks so much for sharing. Kudos!

It just makes a lot of sense! Why keeping something that you don’t really like anymore? I totally understand the feeling of being overwhelmed! I would never get to a point where I own 100 bags, not even close to it actually because of that feeling. We all have a point where it feels like too much. I’m good where I am now but I don’t see myself adding and adding. I reached a point where the bag needs to be either super functional for me or so special that I just can’t pass on it. These situations happen less now having a bigger collection. I admire from afar and I might sell some bags in the future, who knows. It just to say that we can change our mind as we evolve.

It's totally cool. There will be other bags both to buy and sell in the future. Turnover is a healthy thing. ❤