https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Sun, 21 Jun 2026 23:09:13 +0000 https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/if-you-could-only-have-one-handbag#post-1908889 Tue, 21 Oct 2014 10:38:56 +0000 plantains 1908889@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@looch: Absolutely, I looove fashion! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/if-you-could-only-have-one-handbag#post-1908724 Tue, 21 Oct 2014 09:24:54 +0000 erwoo 1908724@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs. High Heels: I have the exact bag in the faded aluminum as well and if I am just running out without either boys that's what I use. I also have it in red. It's not too big nor too small and comfortable to wear and is really durable. I can't tell you how abused mine is but still looks good, except the leather is softer than my red one. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/if-you-could-only-have-one-handbag#post-1908682 Tue, 21 Oct 2014 09:10:41 +0000 looch 1908682@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@gingerbebe: Me too, the lunch tote is one of my all time most favorite bags! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/if-you-could-only-have-one-handbag#post-1908680 Tue, 21 Oct 2014 09:09:58 +0000 looch 1908680@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@plantains: would you be my stylist, pretty please? </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/if-you-could-only-have-one-handbag#post-1908662 Tue, 21 Oct 2014 09:02:05 +0000 mrs. wagon 1908662@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@petunia354: haha I'm the opposite... I spotted a lady with the minka in a HOT red/pink and I was like, I NEED. Haha!! If only we lived closer, we could share ;D </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/if-you-could-only-have-one-handbag#post-1908655 Tue, 21 Oct 2014 09:00:25 +0000 petunia354 1908655@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@mrs. wagon: YES! I got mine in a teal color and I'm thinking I need it in a more neutral tone for the winter.....excuses excuses, I really just want another KS minka, love that bag!! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/if-you-could-only-have-one-handbag#post-1908514 Tue, 21 Oct 2014 06:32:02 +0000 Mrs. Bee 1908514@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Meow: water leaked onto some of the boxes and there was mold/damage. it was covered by their insurance. it sucked, but it gave me a good excuse to purge. i just have no handbags now! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/if-you-could-only-have-one-handbag#post-1908279 Mon, 20 Oct 2014 18:54:32 +0000 sunny 1908279@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs. High Heels: That is my bag right now! :) I love it, except my jeans have rubbed off on it and its kind of stained :-( </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/if-you-could-only-have-one-handbag#post-1908275 Mon, 20 Oct 2014 18:51:19 +0000 gingerbebe 1908275@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs. Bee: anything in Cole Haan's pebbled leather. Its pretty much indestructible, looks awesome year after year, and is classic. I have the village lunch tote in gold, black, and camel and they look good with everything, resist water when it rains, have plenty of room and the straps are that perfect length where you can wear it on your shoulder or on your forearm. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/if-you-could-only-have-one-handbag#post-1908222 Mon, 20 Oct 2014 17:45:03 +0000 Mrs. Cheesecake 1908222@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I have a bag similar to the one below in a different pattern. I like it for when I have to go to conferences because it's big enough for papers. But it's also good for home when I go out and have to bring around some toddler stuff (toys, diapers, snacks, etc.).</p> <p><a href="http://www.coach.com/online/handbags/Product-coach_taxi_zip_top_tote_in_signature_coated_canvas-10551-10051-33504-en?searchKeyword=tote" rel="nofollow">http://www.coach.com/online/handbags/Product-coach_taxi_zip_top_tote_in_signature_coated_canvas-10551-10051-33504-en?searchKeyword=tote</a> </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/if-you-could-only-have-one-handbag#post-1908220 Mon, 20 Oct 2014 17:39:55 +0000 Meow 1908220@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs. Bee: can I ask you what happened with your bags in storage? I have a couple of expensive bags and other belongings in storage (air conditioned indoor unit as I assume yours were) and it never even occurred to me my stuff could get damaged barring a fire or tornado or some other huge disaster. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/if-you-could-only-have-one-handbag#post-1908197 Mon, 20 Oct 2014 17:03:49 +0000 .twist. 1908197@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I only have one bag and I use it until it wears out! LOL. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/if-you-could-only-have-one-handbag#post-1908196 Mon, 20 Oct 2014 17:03:47 +0000 shopaholic 1908196@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs. Bee: Not my choice for "the one bag", but I have an older similar style of this TB bag, and I find it works wonderfully for so many occasions. I can wear it cross body, or tuck the shoulder strap in and use the handles for more formal events. It's structured, and fits so much, but still maintains a relatively small size!</p> <p><a href="http://www.toryburch.com/robinson-mini-double-zip-tote/11149806.html?start=13&#038;cgid=handbags-totes&#038;dwvar_11149806_color=001" rel="nofollow">http://www.toryburch.com/robinson-mini-double-zip-tote/11149806.html?start=13&#038;cgid=handbags-totes&#038;dwvar_11149806_color=001</a> </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/if-you-could-only-have-one-handbag#post-1908186 Mon, 20 Oct 2014 16:56:20 +0000 sthumbelina 1908186@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>How about a Phillip Lim Pashli?<br /> <a href="http://www.shopbop.com/pashli-medium-satchel-31-phillip/vp/v=1/1580775992.htm?folderID=2534374302181715&#038;fm=other-viewall&#038;colorId=10021" rel="nofollow">http://www.shopbop.com/pashli-medium-satchel-31-phillip/vp/v=1/1580775992.htm?folderID=2534374302181715&#038;fm=other-viewall&#038;colorId=10021</a></p> <p>or Tory Burch Robinson Tote?<br /> <a href="http://www.toryburch.com/robinson-mini-double-zip-tote/11149806.html?start=36&#038;cgid=handbags-the-robinson-collection&#038;dwvar_11149806_color=001" rel="nofollow">http://www.toryburch.com/robinson-mini-double-zip-tote/11149806.html?start=36&#038;cgid=handbags-the-robinson-collection&#038;dwvar_11149806_color=001</a> </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/if-you-could-only-have-one-handbag#post-1908089 Mon, 20 Oct 2014 15:38:40 +0000 Mrs.KMM 1908089@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@blackbird: I was thinking the same thing! All these people recommending cross body bags - I look horrid wearing something like that!</p> <p>I really love Kate Spade bags and Brighton bags (with long enough shoulder straps that they sit comfortably under my arm). </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/if-you-could-only-have-one-handbag#post-1908060 Mon, 20 Oct 2014 15:17:35 +0000 plantains 1908060@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Saint Laurent Sac de Jour, Fendi 2Jour or Fendi 3Jour. Or Prada Saffiano exec bags. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/if-you-could-only-have-one-handbag#post-1908038 Mon, 20 Oct 2014 14:58:46 +0000 aegie 1908038@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>i would suggest a Saint Laurent cabas Y bag. They're classic looking. You can have the option of holding them or you can put them over your shoulder since the handles are large enough. they hold just about everything but look sleek. And they dont have a logo plastered all over it so it's not too flashy either. </p> <p>If not a YSL bag, I'd go with the prada executive tote bag. Structured so it's beautiful for work but also great for everyday. It also comes with a strap you can attach for a more casual look. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/if-you-could-only-have-one-handbag#post-1908034 Mon, 20 Oct 2014 14:52:28 +0000 blackbird 1908034@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>A cross body looks stupid with my boobs, so I never wear one </p> <p>I carry a large, ostrich leather Kate spade tote in a fun tangerine color. It's my go-to </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/if-you-could-only-have-one-handbag#post-1907961 Mon, 20 Oct 2014 14:21:19 +0000 mrs. wagon 1907961@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@tinyperson: Agree! My KS Little Minka has a shoulder strap and a crossbody that hangs down when not in use... I think I use them 50/50! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/if-you-could-only-have-one-handbag#post-1907955 Mon, 20 Oct 2014 14:20:17 +0000 tinyperson 1907955@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs. Bee: What about a cross-body that also has shorter straps? I have a black leather one from BR that has both, and the longer strap can be removed if you want it to look less casual. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/if-you-could-only-have-one-handbag#post-1907953 Mon, 20 Oct 2014 14:19:11 +0000 Mrs. Bee 1907953@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@stiletto_mom: ha yes in fantasy... but not my reality! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/if-you-could-only-have-one-handbag#post-1907948 Mon, 20 Oct 2014 14:14:46 +0000 Mrs. Lemon-Lime 1907948@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I :heart: totes.</p> <p>Longchamp doesn't have much structure, but I like all the different colors. Banana Republic has some awesome leather and structured nylon totes. LV checker pattern is my dream tote, but I first would have to get over the fact the bag doesn't close. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/if-you-could-only-have-one-handbag#post-1907934 Mon, 20 Oct 2014 14:08:02 +0000 stiletto_mom 1907934@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>If I could only have one? Birkin. XD </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/if-you-could-only-have-one-handbag#post-1907926 Mon, 20 Oct 2014 14:05:53 +0000 PurplePumps 1907926@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>The small kate spade maryanne jf you dont have much to carry: <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Gold-Coast-Marryanne-PXRU2289-Shoulder/dp/B004MUQC7E/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&#038;qid=1413831874&#038;sr=8-3&#038;keywords=kate+spade+maryanne" rel="nofollow">http://www.amazon.com/Gold-Coast-Marryanne-PXRU2289-Shoulder/dp/B004MUQC7E/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&#038;qid=1413831874&#038;sr=8-3&#038;keywords=kate+spade+maryanne</a></p> <p>Or the large one if you need to fit papers/more stuff<br /> <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Spade-Coast-Maryanne-Leather-Handbag/dp/B00H3OGTE2/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&#038;qid=1413831874&#038;sr=8-2&#038;keywords=kate+spade+maryanne" rel="nofollow">http://www.amazon.com/Spade-Coast-Maryanne-Leather-Handbag/dp/B00H3OGTE2/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&#038;qid=1413831874&#038;sr=8-2&#038;keywords=kate+spade+maryanne</a> </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/if-you-could-only-have-one-handbag#post-1907908 Mon, 20 Oct 2014 13:58:52 +0000 Mrs. High Heels 1907908@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs. Bee: In that case, I like over the shoulder bags (also for practicality) - something like this - <a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/kate-spade-new-york-sedgewick-lane-small-phoebe-shoulder-bag/3688097?origin=PredictiveSearch-personalizedsort&#038;contextualcategoryid=60133547&#038;fashionColor=Warm+Putty&#038;resultback=680&#038;cm_sp=personalizedsort-_-searchresults-_-1_2_A" rel="nofollow">http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/kate-spade-new-york-sedgewick-lane-small-phoebe-shoulder-bag/3688097?origin=PredictiveSearch-personalizedsort&#038;contextualcategoryid=60133547&#038;fashionColor=Warm+Putty&#038;resultback=680&#038;cm_sp=personalizedsort-_-searchresults-_-1_2_A</a> </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/if-you-could-only-have-one-handbag#post-1907906 Mon, 20 Oct 2014 13:57:55 +0000 looch 1907906@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs. Bee: I carry a backpack to the office, so I am the wrong person, but maybe a magazine tote then? </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/if-you-could-only-have-one-handbag#post-1907897 Mon, 20 Oct 2014 13:55:21 +0000 Mrs. Bee 1907897@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>a crossbody feels too casual for work because it's more events than an office.. i think i need something more structured?</p> <p>i don't even carry a handbag in my day to day life. i just need them for events/work stuff. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/if-you-could-only-have-one-handbag#post-1907888 Mon, 20 Oct 2014 13:53:41 +0000 Adira 1907888@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I have a Miche Prima. It's large and the shells are interchangeable, so I can keep all my stuff in the bag and then just switch the shell. I also bought a long strap for it so I can wear it cross-shoulder if I want to. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/if-you-could-only-have-one-handbag#post-1907887 Mon, 20 Oct 2014 13:52:51 +0000 mrs. tictactoe 1907887@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I got this one for Mother's Day and I love it - <a href="https://www.madewell.com/madewell_category/BAGS/totes/PRDOVR~53228/53228.jsp?color_name=english-saddle" rel="nofollow">https://www.madewell.com/madewell_category/BAGS/totes/PRDOVR~53228/53228.jsp?color_name=english-saddle</a></p> <p>I use it for work, as a mom bag, when I'm alone - the only time I switch is if I'm going to a wedding or out somewhere and I don't want to carry a big purse, which is rare. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/if-you-could-only-have-one-handbag#post-1907884 Mon, 20 Oct 2014 13:50:49 +0000 lawbee11 1907884@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Same exact bag as @mrs. wagon: </p> <p>I use it pretty much exclusively! </p>