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The Bolide That Kept Haunting Me

What can I say? When I get something into this head of mine, it just festers until I do something about it. A few months ago, I saw a beautiful 37cm Mou Bolide in Blue Jean Clemence. It was GORGEOUS but for some odd reason, I kept waivering. Was I really a Bolide girl? Would it be too heavy (never too big, though, I have a thing for big bags - something about makng my thighs look smaller...)? Anyway, I kept waivering and as is the case with so many things Hermes, the opportunity was gone.

But Bolides are not too hard to come by. They aren't as popular as Kellys and of course, Birkins, but I can honestly say I have no idea why. Bolides are beautiful pieces. Truly. Very functional and classic. Yes, my cup of tea exactly.

So, about a month ago, the opportunity came up again. Same size, leather, and color! OK, I knew what had to happen. I had to have it and have it I did!

I absolutely love it and have been using it at least 5 days out of the week. It's just the perfect piece for me and my lifestyle.

Now, back to the "not as popular" thing. I have been very surprised by the number of compliments I receive on this Bolide. People really seem to like it. Now, DH loves it but that's just normal. He actually "gets" my love of Hermes. But, random people on the street? Nurses? Waiters? The craziest one of all - my father. My blue collar, contractor, still has the same checkbook cover from when I was a child, father. He actually said, "I think this is truly a beautiful bag, A." Cute, huh?

It is nice, though, to have such a lovely piece that definitely flies under the radar. Nothing makes me more self-concious than carrying a bag with logos, etc., allover it. Yes, yes, even I carried a Louis Vuitton Multicolour Speedy but when I think back, I remember feeling so uncomfortable. That's just me, I guess. Now that I am in my 30's, I know what I like and that kind of attention is definitely not for me.

So, here's one more shot of me, pregnant belly and all, with my new Bolide. I do adore this bag and someone suggested using it as a diaper bag but we'll just see about that. ..

It's Been WAY Too Long

I can not believe that the last time I posted to this blog was in March! Wait, no I can believe it since that's when I found out I was pregnant and that pretty much took over everything. But, I am now 33 weeks pregnant and have made some yummy Hermes purchases since then that I simply must share.

First, I purchased an Hermes 31cm Trim II in Rouge H clemence with palladium HW.




The color was magnificent and DH loved it but alas, I just couldn't work it properly. First of all, I am HORRIBLE at stuff my bags to the gills and a stuffed shoulder bag is a heavy shoulder bag. Plus, clemence isn't exactly a lightweight leather so by the end of the day, my shoulders were aching. No joke.

I ended up selling this beauty because I hate having gorgeous things that stay cooped up in a closet. It's not right, I tell ya! They need to be enjoyed and my poor Trim wasn't getting any love at all. I need both beauty and function or else it's a bust for me. Sadly, this gorgeous beauty didn't work out but at least I tried, right?

OK, so it was time to move on and this Rouge H experience really started to make me think about color again (remember my turquoise Bearn?). Anyway, I had the perfect opportunity to fulfill my color desire while at the same time scratching the itch left by the absence of my Trim, so lo and behold, I acquired an Hermes Picotin GM in Vert Anis Togo and a Dogon wallet in Raisin Togo. SCRUMPTIOUS!



I am a big fan of the Picotin. People either love them or hate them. I can understand the apprehension to a piece that has no real top or closure to speak of, is very simple - almost minimalist, and is completely unassuming but those are the reasons I love the Picotin so much. No fuss, no big to do. The Picotin doesn't take itself too seriously and I really like that in a bag!


As for the Dogon, well, it's in Raisin and that, in and of itself, is just perfect. Easy and wonderful for when I don't need to take every credit card I own (why do I do that, anyway?) and it's the perfect size to fit just about anywhere. Love it!

OK, one more purchase to add but I think this one deserves it's own post...