Ohhhhhh, man. I have to say, this is my favorite task so far. Why, you ask? Well, I'll get to that in just a sec.
Here's the latest email I got from the JBD crew:
I often say you can judge a person based on the purse they carry. A sloppy bag shows the world that you are a disheveled mess, very likely in need of group therapy. A matronly purse says you are uptight, humorless and quite possibly spending your nights alone, with only your cat for company. But the right bag represents you better than any other accessory can. The right bag reveals the best aspects of your personality, winning you affection and admiration wherever you go.
Now go to your closet. Find the purse that best represents you. Post a photo to your blog and tell your readers why this purse conveys the very essence of who you are. Then ask your readers to share the bags that best represent them here and mention the name of your blog.
And remember—choose carefully. An expensive purse might reveal that you are really just a shallow tart. A cheap purse might reveal that you are a miserly malcontent. To make it to the next phase of the interview process, you will need to convince me that you are an interesting person with a unique point of view. If you’re just another sheep following the masses, you’ll stay in the barnyard where you belong.
Watch this video for additional inspiration into this phase of the interview process, and make sure your readers get a chance to watch as well.
So, yeah. The reason that this is the OMGBESTTHING\EVARRRR is because, well, I looooove handbags.
I love them like Britney loves Cheetos. Like Magnum P.I. loves his mustache. Like Ron loves Hermione. Like the Kardashians love themselves.
I'm a frugal shopper to the core, but bags are one of the only things I'll splurge on. Of course, splurge is a relative term. I've never, ever paid full price for a pricey bag - I get them on sale, or on eBay, or with gift cards or promo codes. And I don't have to splurge on them. I've got plenty of bags that were cheapity cheap cheap, too.
I got rid of a bunch of old bags this year. I donated some, and I sold the nicer ones on eBay. Here's what's left:
It may not look like it, but there are a lot of bags there. I'd estimate it at about 35-40 bags left over after The Great Handbag Purge of 2011. This makes it pretty much impossible to just choose one bag that conveys the essence of who I am. So I've chosen three.
1. The Old Standby: Anna Corinna Small City Tote
I've had this bag practically forever. I snagged it off of eBay for a steal many, many years ago and it's been a wardrobe staple ever since. It's not the most fashion-forward bag, the most jaw-dropping, the most luxurious, but it's cute, stylish, reliable, and versatile (just like me?).
Oh, and it's convertible. See?
2. The New Favorite: Clare Vivier Silkscreened Simple Tote
I've only had this bag for about a month, but I can't get enough of it. It's incredibly plain - just a basic, unlined tote in buttery camel leather with no hardware or frills, except for the kick-ass bright pink silkscreened stripe. Sometimes, all you need is one big, bold, but simple feature to get noticed, and this bag embodies my personal style to a tee.
3. The Going-Out Bag: Free People Madam C Leopard Clutch
This is the perfect night-out bag. It's small and can be worn crossbody or on the shoulder. And if you're wondering why it represents who I am, well, just check out my well-documented love of the leopard. 'Nuff said.
So, now you know way too much about my favorite bags, so return the favor! Tell us about your favorite bag. Post about it here (photos are a plus) and tell them that What the Frock? sent you!
