when i turned thirty last year (eep!), i splurged on what i term as ‘the investment bag’. it was a gift to myself i felt was deserved for the milestone. the louis vuitton tote style bag (aka the ‘neverfull’) was one that i had eyed for years. like so many gals in their late teens/early 20′s with limited funds but a hunger for style, i was guilty of buying a replica vuitton. having the means to treat myself to the real deal was exactly that: a treat and a symbolic ‘i made it’ moment.
my definition of an investment bag: classic, never trendy, fits in with your day-to-day wardrobe (cost per wear!), will only get better with age, somewhat practical (i stuff mine full for plane and moped rides), luxurious, and lastly: always makes an outfit special. it’s an investment into your personal style.
these picks are the investment bags that i have been coveting for years. the chanel bag is at the top of my list – finding one at a consignment store would be a dream!
When I buy my first investment bag it is definitely going to be a Chanel 2.55! Congrats on your Louis!
The end of my twenties is near and I still have to narrow down my ‘milestone’ purchase, but you definitely threw out some fabulous options!! Happy Bday:)
oooo lucky you – let me know what you decide!
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Which investment bag did you purchase!? Love your blog
the LV but the chanel is my dream! x
Love the Chloe bags! Every girl deserves an “investment bag”
From Brooklyn with love,
Jen
Those are all amazing bags…..really investment bags…I lust also for the chanel,alexa and neverfull…I’m also lusting for alexander wang rocco bag
)…I’m turning thirty this summer and I sooooo want that vuitton for my birthday 
)) My ‘only’ problem is that in my country there’s no store with either of those bag ;(((( so maybe online or if I travel somewhere 
yes it would be lovely to pick one up on a trip – the memories! happy early 30th!
ooh i totally agree! my top picks would be Chanel or Mulberry! The Celine purse is also a fabulous choice!
love from San Francisco,
Britt+Whit
the celine is defo a great one too – thanks for reminding me! haha. x
ohhh the CHLOE bags, either of them.. loving it!!
xxo
alexa’s my fav! way too many people have the LV one!!
I bought my LV Speedy bag and matching wallet when I was in Milan visiting Meg!!! I love it, it’s an ever constant reminder of an amazing trip (which included Paris), my BFF and that I’d semi- made it financially!! I’ll really make it when I own some PRADA and CHANEL!!! Xoxo
P.S. love the never-full
love that you have the memories AND the gorge bag! best combo. chanel next? x
I have always loved that Chloe’ bag!
xo,Cortnie
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Totally agree! Those are indeed the classic bags! It’s timeless and can match with anything!
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I think the Chanel 2.55 is so timeless, it’s like every fashionista’s ‘must have one day’ item.
oh I so agree with this post!! I have an authentic Neverfull and I just love it. I didn’t stop wearing it for a year and then finally switched handbags for just a short time, but I always go back to it
I love your blog, and thanks so much for the sweet message on IFB. I’m following you now and can’t wait to read future posts 
Take care!
XOXO
Janie
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Totally agree with you, especially the chanel bag! I have the vintage one from my Mom, and have been wearing since 2006 and it’s never out of date!!
Love,
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chanel all the way! x
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