Time flies when you’re costs funds having fun.

It’s been 2.5 years since I started my high-end bag collection as well as almost one year since I began composing for PurseBlog. The journey has been pleasant however not always what I had envisioned it to be. just a few years later, I’ve begun to comprehend the major differences between the expectations as well as the truth of collecting designer handbags.

Here’s what I’ve discovered so far.

Expectation You’ll develop a significant collection virtually overnight.
Reality It takes years to develop an extensive collection.

When it comes to high-end goods, it’s simple to get sucked into the mindset of always wanting more. First, you want a tote. then you want a crossbody. then you want a beach bag. as well as so on as well as so forth.

This mindset is only aggravated by on the internet neighborhoods that glorify flex culture as well as make it seem as if everybody (everyone except you that is…) is living in some fashionable fairytale land with unlimited funds as well as gain access to to the latest collection pieces.

But I’m right here to tell you that as a new collector, some things are just going to be beyond your reach. At least in the beginning.

You may want a collection so extravagant that your wardrobe resembles a showroom at Saks; however in reality, it takes many years to develop up those impeccable collections full of every classic, in every color, for each occasion.

You’ve got to begin slow.

These products are called “dream bags” for a reason – since we’re supposed to dream about them for a while. We’re supposed to prepare as well as plan as well as take our time pursuing whatever is next on our wishlist, not jump directly into stockpiling.

Believe me, I still fantasize about having an enviable hoard of handbags too. however it’s important that we enjoy the journey.

That’s what makes them feel special.

Expectation You’ll like all of them equally.
Reality You’ll have a favorite.

Just since every bag is special to you doesn’t mean you won’t have a favorite.

Sometimes what looks great in photos doesn’t really in shape into your wardrobe. sometimes the bag you lusted after for months isn’t that practical. Or it’s a bit uncomfortable. Or it’s as well delicate for daily use.

Whatever the reason, you’ll begin to recognize exactly how distracted you ended up being by the newness of every product you get. You’ll be overjoyed when you lastly get the bag as well as swear to never put it down, however that only lasts up until you get one that you end up liking more.

Expectation You’ll never get tired of bring them.
Reality You’ll definitely get tired of bring them.

You will never get tired of the feeling of having designer bags, however you will definitely experience moments when you’re tired of bring them.

Taking a long walk along the beach? That raffia satchel feels awfully scratchy against your freshly sunburnt skin.

Maybe you’ll spend a day out with your family…guess who will be accountable for hauling everyone’s personal belongings in that stylish tote?

90F warm with a high humidity index? You won’t want anything touching you as well as most definitely not anything made from leather.

As lovely as your bag may be, sometimes you’ll virtually be begging to put that thing down. High high quality includes a bit more heft as well as can ruin your posture if you let it. try not to sacrifice comfort for style (at least not as well often.)

Expectation You’ll have excellent connections with S.A.s as well as get invited to personal sales.
Reality You’ll still window shop as well as mainly buy online.

For many people, the in-store experience is an integral part of the bag buying journey. There is nothing like being greeted by friendly S.As who offer you free champagne to make you feel like a member of an special club full of rich, well-dressed people.

You believe “I might get utilized to this,” before realizing that sustaining a connection with them needs more than just the occasional one-off see to the shop.

This means that many, if not most of us, still window shop without any type of genuine plans to ended up being a V.I.P.

(But that doesn’t mean we can’t fracture open something fizzy to enjoy while browsing Fashionphile listings.)

Expectation You’ll online a wonderful life where you look attractive 24/7.
Reality Sucky parts of life still suck, even with a nice bag.

Life isn’t a magazine ad. Your high-end bags will definitely assist you feel more put together however they won’t protect you from fluorescent dressing space lights or blasts of icy wind. nor will they heal heartbreak, remedy you when you’re sick, or mediate conflicts.

But they still make you smile during the non-picture-perfect moments in life.

Expectation You requirement a specific bag to feel complete.
Reality FOMO is genuine however life goes on, with or without the bag.

I dislike to break it to you however that handbag you want SO terribly won’t make you feel complete. Its sturdy structure isn’t a replacement for discovering to stand on your own two feet. Its lovely materials shouldn’t dictate exactly how you show up in the world.

I understand it’s difficult to hear however life goes on even when you can’t have every single handbag you want. Obviously, if you have the means, get your bag, sis; however there is no pity in slowly working your method down your wishlist. Not everybody lives near a high-end shopping center or is in a setting to decrease beaucoup loot on an IT bag every 6 months. as well as that’s ok.

Don’t let FOMO rule you or make you feel like your bit collection isn’t enough. There will always be somebody with more than you however your thoughts, opinions, as well as preferences are still deserving of recognition. You belong right here too.

The sooner you take your location as a rightful member of the high-end community, the sooner you’ll recognize that your satisfaction mainly comes from engaging with others anyway.