Years ago, I bought this bag without much thought or analysis, but it has been a perfect fit. I am pretty organized and so was it.See:
It has a pocket for my sunglasses (probably originally intended to be a phone pocket for a gigantic, so-8-years-ago cell)
And it has a pocket for my gum too, very important for good oral hygiene.
Just inside it has a great section for my checkbook, calculator, coupons, and receipts It also has a handy spot for my DL and pen.
Turn it around and you can see that my perfect purse has a small handle for easy grabbing, as well as a strap for wearing over the shoulder. (I need a bag to be hands free, as my hands are often needed for other things like juggling babies and 1,700 lbs of groceries.)
There is also a wallet on the back so I can always easily find my cash or cards.
At this point you might be asking, "Why would you want to get rid of such an awesome accessory?" It's time to get down and dirty. Things are just falling apart between us. And it's more than a little duct tape could fix (I know, I've tried!)
The inner sanctum of my purse is basically ripping to shreds, and things are starting to get lost in there. This used to be the perfect place for a water bottle and a snack; or even a good place to hold a shopping list. But now it is more like quicksand...if something gets in you just don't know if it will ever get back out again.
So now, dear readers, I need your help. I'm not sure how to start over...where should I look for a replacement? Is there any hope that I can have handbag-happiness again?
I know a guy who could probably fabricate a new purse for you out of duct tape.
ReplyDeleteOh, and yes, you do have fantastic oral hygiene, and I for one love that.
I'm glad you wrote this because I need a new purse too! lol. We miss you guys!
ReplyDeleteWow! That is one old purse. That's the frugal Jamie I know and love. Now, purses are much bigger than they were 8 years ago, which really comes in handy with kids. I think you CAN have handbag happiness again. Good luck!
ReplyDeleteAwesome photography work here. Your pictures make your purse look magical! I will however be no help to your pursuit of the perfect purse, I have always hated them and find them quite annoying. And no matter how small of one I find to use, I will inevitably lose my keys in it!
ReplyDeleteI used to have one identical to it- it was a Billabong- maybe google that :)
ReplyDeleteSo have you found a new one yet?
ReplyDeleteI am impressed your purse lasted 8 years! I've never been able to keep one together for that long. I wish you luck in your new handbag quest. Let us know how it turns out!
ReplyDeleteOk ok, Jamie. I don't know if you're still looking for a purse, but if you are, I think I've found your solution: https://www.buxtonbag.com/flare/next The Buxton Bag. I saw it on TV. You can thank me later.
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