On Friday, a terrible accident befell the zipper of my shoulder bag and so, for the second time since January 2004, I am on the hunt for a new bag.
Long-time readers will remember that this kind of mission is never an easy one. I have very specific requirements that are apparently impossible to meet:
1. Bag needs to be large enough to carry my lunch, a magazine, and possibly a pair of shoes.
2. Bag needs to close, preferably with a zipper, as I don't want any of these things to get wet.
3. Bag needs long enough straps to hoist over my shoulder (because it is, after all, a shoulder bag), without dislocating it.
4. Outside pockets are a huge plus. Most manufacturers think only women with babies need these.
5. Must be streamlined. Honestly, people. See 5a, must not have hideous metallic decorations that make me look like I work at the armory.
6. Must not be plastered with corporate logos.
7. Must not cost the equivalent of a car payment.
8. Seriously, must not cost the equivalent of a mortgage payment.
The search continues next week. I also need to buy a ceiling fan, shop for a new couch, get a physical, see my dermatologist, and find a new dentist, but hey, I have my priorities.
Posted at July 24, 2005 04:55 PMI am such a bag slave! I understand your requirements all too well, since I, too, periodically undertake the search for a perfect bag.
I've recently discovered the Tignanello line, and one of the bags I own is pictured here:
http://www.tigbags.com/flash/one_touch.html
It can function as either a briefcase or a purse ... or whatever. ("It's a floor wax *and* a dessert topping!" a la an old Saturday Night live skit.)
Posted by: Searchie on July 25, 2005 01:58 PM*ahem*
You do happen to know a "designer" of quality handbags. I'm admittedly a bit busy for the next month or two with orders, however I'd be willing to consider making something custom for you and I can almost guarantee it would cost less than $100 and would have pockets which fit all those things you need pockets for.
Absolutely no pressure but I'd be a horrible biz gal if I didn't offer.
Posted by: Cinnamon on August 14, 2005 09:58 PM