Own: How to Replace a Longchamp Bag

But...but...I love my Longchamp!  It's totally falling apart now and to be honest, I'm tired of having the one that everyone else has.  You know, the black one with the brown leather.  I get on the subway and 50% of the women on the train have the same one.  I've even gone as far as writing my name on the side of the leather flap just to differentiate it.

Well, it's officially kaput.  The bag is completely ripped on the inside, the corners are fraying and the zipper has broken.  Now what?  I've never considered any other options besides just buying another Longchamp (which is still something I'm highly considering).  But there are other options out there, right?  OF COURSE. Let's see, shall we?

Now that fall collections are rolling in, let's examine.

One choice that I wish had I had made before the fall collections rolled in was to purchase the Alexander Wang Trudy tote.  I've borrowed this tote from a friend before and I have to say, it's a really nice bag!  It would've been a total upgrade from the Longchamp.  It's all leather and way more my speed.  I think it's also a little more comfortable to carry because the straps are thick.  I'll have to keep my eye out if this bag ever pops up again at this price.  Le sigh* regrets regrets...I hate to start my picks out with a regret, but I just thought this had to be said.

Baggu is a brand that I usually only think of when I'm toting my groceries home in a plastic bag and the thought that I usually have is "UGH!  I should have remembered my BAGGU."  Well the Duck is a little more stylish.  I think this might be a little on the small side, but it's a great deal at only $82 compared to the $150 Longchamp.

I hate to keep picking black, but I love black!  However, I will consider some options with other colors and by color I mean something with black.  Here's one I would really consider, both for price and size from Asos.

Here's another one that is a little more fun.  I haven't owned a Kate Spade bag in a couple years, but this one could change my tune!

I guess the reason why I like the black options because I like my daytime travel bag to be subtle.  What do you guys think?  Am I missing any amazing options?  The web is so big and I'm just me!  I can't possibly find everything out there so send me through your options!  

Own: Baggu in Leather!

Does anyone remember the jingle from the 90's- "Recycle, reduce, reuse and close the loop?"

Though recycling, reducing, and reusing shouldn't be things that we consider trendy, unfortunately that's what it has taken in order for people to really start doing it.  When going green really started up, a friend of mine gave me a reusable bag from Baggu.  I didn't really think too much about it.  I said thank you, and since then, I've been carrying this foldable bag in my purse in the event that I need to buy groceries on the way home or just tote something home from my office.  BUT, Baggu has now introduced leather into their mix of fabric options (read: Game changer).  As soon as I laid eyes on it, I decided that now, Baggu can be a piece of my regular wardrobe.  Every day.  Forever and ever.

Take a look at this:

It comes in black and gold as well as a smaller size.  I think this is a great bag!  It looks like just the right amount of slouch.  Price point-wise, it's also really affordable with the largest size being $150.  This apricot color is perfect for the spring.  If you don't like their color selection, you could always get this apricot color and take it to a place that restores and treats leathers and have them redye the leather for you in the color you prefer.  Either way, I think that this simple bag has huge potential.  Very, very ownable.