So, while in LA for Joel's post interviews we went "shopping." More like clearance shopping for the boys, and dream, couldn't-buy-it-if-I-wanted-to shopping for us. Along this journey we came upon the Coach Purse store. There should have been music playing and spotlight at our grand entrance because I have never seen so many beautiful purses before (a much better selection than at our coach store)! Within seconds I fell in love with my fantasy purse, and Joel, knowing me well, saw it too and said "try on that blue one." It was breathtaking! I fell in love, full force instantly. I just stared at myself in the mirror, and I think I had an out of body experience!
I know, I know, I am talking about these feelings being about a purse. I usually am not impressed by things, but this one did me in.
My reality became even more of a fantasy when I looked at the price tag....$500.00!!! Yikes :) After Joel found that out, he didn't think it was so cute any more. I looked down at my $185.00 coach purse ( which I saved up for months to buy) and was disappointed. It wasn't near as gorgeous as the blue one.
Then I had an idea and thought it was worth a try. I asked the store clerk if they had a trade in program, you know like when you buy a new car. I will trade in my gently used coach purse, for the new and improved model for a great deal! The clerk just kind of chuckled, and I think it was a courtesy laugh because I am sure to her $500.00 is just a drop in the bucket!
Oh well, it will just have to be my fantasy for a while......
9 comments:
Are you saying you take issue with my $30 Target purse? ;)
It is a lovely purse. I hope Joel remembers that one day...
Don't know if you've heard of www.bagborroworsteal.com but it allows you to essentially "rent" great purses and jewlrey for a pretty cheap monthly price (at least a lot cheaper than $500)! They have a ton of coach stuff and some of my friends are in love with the program. Check into it sometime if you get a chance! Then post some pics of you and your "new" bag!
Hey, while your in NY, you can go down to canal st. to buy them from the shady people. I got my coach purse in a hidden ally down there for $70!!!
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i am semi smart. ;)
It is lovely. I love all my Coach's but there's always room for more!! Hope you get it for your birthday!!
I think you should go to garage sales with me, I've found a couple Coach purses!!
Have you been to the Coach outlet in Palm Springs? I got a HUGE leather bag there for $300 off! After I saw their selection, I vowed never to pay full price for Coach again. (the vow didn't last very long though);-)
I can vouch for garage sales with Katie...I have one coach purse courtesy of her. It's red but I'm convinced it goes with absolutely anything ;)
I am apparently not going to garage sales in the right part of town!!!!
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