In today’s installment of wardrobe Confessionals, we satisfy a collector in his mid-20s who has amassed a quite enviable collection of bags in the 8 years because his journey began. A social worker hailing from the Bay area of California, CC 146 lusts for Louis Vuitton and enjoys snagging a few of the brand’s limited-edition bags. though his collection truly began with the MCM backpack that was provided to him as a gift from his parents at 18, it is a Louis Vuitton bag that holds the most emotional value, as CC 146 bought it for himself when he graduated college.
Like numerous of us, CC 146 has a ton of bags on his mind, but this year he really hopes to foray even more into the Hermès world. Currently, CC 146 is not big on budgeting and does believe that his buying can be a issue at times, but like numerous young collectors, these views may change over time. One thing lusters through, and that’s CC 146’s enthusiasm and zest towards the world of high-end bags! checked out the full CC now, and be sure to submit your own!
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De basis
Age: 26
Gender Identity: Male
Location: Bay Area, CA
Occupation: Social Worker
Industry: Healthcare
Salary: $70,000
Household Income: $70,000
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Are you a PurseForum member? Ja
How numerous bags do you own? 20 Bags and 2 Luggages
What bags are in your collection?
MCM
2 MCM backpacks baby Blue and Black
1 Vanity Bag Red
Gucci Canvas web embroidered messenger in Black
Versace Nylon Fanny pack in Black
Tiffany and Co Globetrotter small case messenger in Tiffany Blue
Balenciaga Explorer pouch Bag in Red
Off White PVC carry in Light Blue
Dior Roller Bag in Oblique
Chanel video camera Reissue in Blue Denim
Hermès small Evelyn in Black with Palladium Hardware
Burberry
Backpack in Canvas with Orange Trim
Pocket small in Black and White
Messenger TB monogram in Red
Louis Vuitton
Triangular messenger in Black
Nigo Nano Amazone Messenger
Nigo leather flat double Phone pouch in Blue Denim
Christopher XS backpack in Black
City Keepall in Watercolor Blue
Petite Malle golden City
Keepall 55 in Ebene Suitcase
Longchamp Le Pliage Expandable travel Duffel
How much is your collection worth? $34,000
What is your many costly bag? My many costly bag would most likely be the small Malle from LV. I bought it pre-loved from the RealReal for $3,000 then tax etc. I desired the small Malle for such a long time but might not validate the $6K cost label so I chose a pre-loved one.
What are the most essential brands or pieces in your collection? the most essential brand in my collection would be LV. I like LV and I like their limited-edition bags. I only purchase restricted edition LV bags because they are much more unique.
What age did you get your very first designer bag, and what was it? My very first designer bag was a backpack from MCM my parents got me for my 18th birthday! I actually begged them to get it for me. I keep in mind it was on sale for about $800 back then and I bugged them for about a week nonstop about it.
Is there a particular bag you are wanting to purchase next? I have a great deal of bags on my mind but the bags I want to purchase this year would be a pre-loved simple Flap Reissue in eco-friendly tweed from Chanel, LV paint container Bag (don’t understand what it’s called but I saw it in the fashion show), the Hermès garden data 28 and the Hermès Herbag 31.
Any specific bag that holds a special emotional value? I’d state it would be my LV Triangular messenger because I purchased it for myself when I graduated college. I had been collecting LV SLGS but that was my very first LV bag and even though I’ve bought other bags before, I always desired an LV bag but might not validate the price. So when I graduated, I treated myself.
Do you feel like your bags change people’s perceptions of you or exactly how you’re treated? Definitief! I feel like people define your cost-effective condition with what bag you carry and this even goes for shoes you wear or what car you drive. I dislike it when my coworkers believe “I’m rich” just because I’m bring a high-end bag.
Have your bag-carrying practices altered because Covid? Niet echt! I actually utilize my bags much more because I requirement to carry hand sanitizer and lotions.
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How frequently do you purchase new bags? Not as much as I utilize to but perhaps 2-4 times a year.
Has the Coronavirus pandemic altered your buying practices or general attitude towards luxury? Nee helemaal niet! I still like to shop and go to the shopping center when I have totally free time (wearing a mask)! I still like all the high-end products and dream to own more!
Which stores do you regular the most? I go to LV at least 3 times a month going to my preferred CA and Neiman Marcus (it has a Chanel inside).
Do you ever purchase second-hand bags, and if so, where do you purchase used?
Do you ever purchase second-hand bags? Where do you purchase used? Ik doe! I stalk Fashionphile and the RealReal! I’m eyeing this Chanel simple Flap Reissue in tweed eco-friendly but I’m waiting on the cost to go lower.
Do you offer old bags to pay for new purchases? I’ve offered numerous bags to Fashionphile and even shoes and SLGs. Bot necessarily to fund a new bag but just to get rid of products I don’t use.
Do you ever feel societal pressure to purchase much more bags? Nee! I honestly purchase what I want and what I believe is attractive and will choose my style and lifestyle. I don’t like stylish bags at all.
Do you think about your bag purchases investments? It’s only an investment if it’s LV, Chanel, or Hermès! other brands don’t hold their value.
Who influences your purchasing decisions? Me, myself, and I and in some cases my friends.
Are sales partner connections instrumental to your shopping? Definitief! I always text my SA if I am dropping by! They provide me treats, goodies, and gifts as well! It’s such a friendly relationship. My preferred SA would be my Tiffany SA and my LV SA. funny they were both my SA from Burberry (different locations) and then transferred to Tiffany and LV and now I haven’t had a Burberry SA for 2 years.
Why do you delight in shopping, beyond just obtaining something new? I assumption it’s the excitement of it all. I like the adrenaline rush of buying a new item. It just makes me feel fantastic about myself. It also provides me time to interact socially with my buddies and take my mind off work.
Have you ever felt like you got inferior service at a store or shop because of your appearance, ethnicity or gender? No, I always get fantastic service whenever I am shopping! I get anxious when I am buying at Hermès! They certainly judge customers.
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Who pays for your bags? My parents only purchased me two bags from my collection and the rest were me.
Do you set aside a budget for your bag purchases? Niet echt! All my purchases were believed of but also extremely spontaneously purchased.
The Taboo Topics
Have you ever bought a counterfeit because you couldn’t afford a designer item? OH hell NO! I despise counterfeits.
Do you ever hide purchases from your considerable other? NEE! I’m single and if I did have an SO I wouldn’t hide it because it’s my hard-earned money, not theirs.
What’s the craziest thing you’ve done to afford a bag? nothing besides working, HAHA.
Do you believe your buying is ever a problem? have you ever felt like you were having a hard time with a buying addiction? most likely but I don’t have any plans on solving it soon.
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Any other costly hobbies or passions? other than shopping, I like to travel the world buying new high-end products in each country I visit, cooking, and of program trying new restaurants.