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Polo Ralph Lauren Polo ID mini shoulder bag review

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polo ralph lauren polo id mini shoulder bag review

pictured: Polo Ralph Lauren Polo ID mini shoulder bag / mini green sweater /

Well, this cute little moon shaped hobo bag from Polo Ralph Lauren has been following me around the internet for the past year. So, this fall season, I couldn’t help myself, I decided to invest in the suede version of it!

Have you ever opened your various social media apps and find there are photos of a handbag at the top of your feed? Has it been the same handbag in various apps? That’s what happened here. This bag kept popping up in different apps, at the top of my feed. I guess I succumbed to the visual pressure because I fell in love with it, and when I saw this pretty suede version, I decided it was the one I would invest in for the fall season and beyond.

The Polo Ralph Lauren Polo ID bag comes in varying sizes, the smallest of which is this mini shoulder bag. I decided to get the mini because as you know, I don’t carry a lot of things around with me. If I do need a larger bag, I will reach for a tote bag. The Polo ID bag by Polo Ralph Lauren is perfect for daily use as it fits my everyday essentials.

The Polo Ralph Lauren Polo ID mini bag offers just enough interior room. There is a small slit pocket and secure zipper closure. The logo, which features the signature polo horse figure, is on a leather strap that flaps over the front of the bag. As you can see in the photo above, it is loose, so if you are not carrying the bag up-and-down, the strap will tilt.

The easiest way to carry this bag is on the forearm. But, if you need to put it over your shoulder, it does fit comfortably. The strap features a clasp, so if you want to add a small chain to make the strap longer, it can be done.

One of my favorite features about this bag is the fact that the leather is thick and extremely high quality. I feel like the price is lower than expected for the quality. This makes Polo Ralph Lauren an exceptional value for the price. Love that!

The Polo Ralph Lauren Polo ID bag comes in various leather colors as well as suede. The suede version is a little bit trendier than the leather versions, which is a classic look.

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I’m in love with this bag! If you are looking for an everyday mini bag, I highly recommend the Polo Ralph Lauren Polo ID mini shoulder bag!

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XOXO
Cathy

Coach Brooklyn 23 review

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coach brooklyn 23 review

Pictured: Coach Brooklyn 23 in Dark Ruby /

The Coach Brooklyn 23 is a small or mini version of Coach’s line of Brooklyn hobo bags, which is offered in multiple sizes. I chose the 23 because I wanted something that would fit my everyday essentials and nothing more. I don’t really carry that many things around with me.

I have been looking for a fall red handbag to add to my collection. My criteria for a fall red handbag included clean lines, a simple silhouette and something not too trendy so that I could consider it an investment bag for the fall season every year. I chose the Coach Brooklyn 23 because it fit my criteria for a fall red bag and the price was unbelievable!

Yes, this cute little Coach bag is priced well under $300. How could I resist? The silhouette is clean, and the Dark Ruby is a beautiful shade of dark red for the fall season.

The interior offers one pocket which is great for small items or keeping receipts neat and tidy. I can fit my wallet, lipstick, keys, and phone inside the bag with room to spare. So, despite the small size, the Coach Brooklyn 23 offers ample space for everyday purse essentials.

The bag also comes with a detachable chain strap which is made to be worn cross body. This is great for running errands or anytime you want to be hands free. I prefer the bag without the strap, but it is nice to know the strap is there if I need it.

I plan on wearing this cute little bag often this fall season. The color is amazing, and the size is perfect for my lifestyle.

What do you think of this small version of the Coach Brooklyn? Is the size right for you?

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XOXO

Cathy

Fall 2024 handbag trends

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fall 2024 handbag trends

Fall 2024 handbag trends from top left: top handle bag / hobo handbag / medium box bag / north/south tote / east/west satchel / olive tote /

We are in luck this fall 2024 season! The handbag trends are building on what many of us already have in our closet from recent seasons. So, if you have had your eye on a handbag, you still have time to snap it up and move it from your wish list to your wardrobe. Love that!

Fall 2024 is all about the anonymous handbag. We are looking at a surge in north/south totes and east/west satchels. The color palette is traditional with neutral hues, black, olive, burgundy/maroon, and winter white. Logo’s are still staying stored in the back of our closets, and high quality, simple silhouettes are reigning supreme.

When it comes to handbags, look for a color or colors you feel will blend with the majority of your closet. Investing in a dark red or olive-type green will give you a traditional handbag you will wear every fall season. So, don’t feel guilty getting an autumn hue, it will have longevity!

The handbag trends we are seeing for the fall 2024 are also perfect investment handbags. Since they are not trendy or fleeting colors, they can stay in our wardrobe for years and get continued use. The silhouettes are also timeless and should give us a lot of wear right now and as we move into the new year. None of these styles are hyper-trendy, so we don’t need to worry about spending money on a new bag for fall. Love that!

Speaking of spending money, the hottest brands, designers and styles right now won’t break the bank. You can get an IT style for under $1000. In fact, emerging designers and relatively unknown brands are having a moment. So, investing in a high-quality bag with a simple, chic silhouette is hot right now. Of course, brands such as Coach, Mansur Gavriel, and Songmont are also continuing to be hot right now too. Love!

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I have been wearing my east/west satchels non-stop and plan to invest in a north/south tote for fall 2024. Which fall 2024 handbag trends are you loving right now?

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XOXO
Cathy