Quick, quick!
I took these photos when I was on my way out this evening in all of 5 minutes when the sun light was ‘just so.’ Perfect.
While I was out I got chatting over a cocktail about how Melbourne women seem to lug around tote and shoulder bags full of everything from flats/heels to umbrellas. I did a quick inventory of my own accessories closet and found that pretty much all of my bags were on the medium to large size. Why?
I think it’s got something to do with the weather here in that we often experience 4 seasons in one day. I will often in my bag have: ballet flats, a scarf, a mini umbrella, notebook/s and camera on top of the usual suspects anyone would find in a woman’s hand bag(I don’t need to name it all, you know what I’m talking about!).
Am I unusual? Or is this trend of Melbourne girls carrying their lives around in their bags to adjust to the weather normal? Do tell!
I’m wearing:
Vintage silk dress bought on Etsy
Bag: Karen Millen
Ring: Colette
Heels: Payless Shoes
Category: Accessories,Dresses,Vintage Finds
I’ve always been the type to carry as little as possible.
In my handbag every day I carry:
credit card
ID
eftpos card
concealer
bronzer
lipgloss
iphone
1 key
THATS IT!
if i go out at night, i add eyeliner.
i just cant imagine carrying a whole bunch of stuff around all day.
doesn’t your shoulder get sore?
i would never carry shoes in my bag. i dont think i even own a bag that would fit shoes. they’re too heavy.
i dont even own an umbrella.
possibly the only woman in melbourne who doesnt? haha
Almost all of my bags are medium to large, too! And I agree, it has something to do with the unpredictable weather. BTW, I’m totally loving your outfit!
I have mostly larger bags too… I find the days when I do use smaller bags I always feel underprepared. I definitely think living in Melbourne with our unpredictable weather makes us feel we need to be ready for anything! I have seen foldable ballet flats around, that could be a good item to have in your bag that doesn’t take up much room and is very light.
I am the same – I always have an umbrella, flats, scarf/cardigan and sunnies in my bag. Plus I also carry around my camera, sketch book and a book.
No wonder I have back problems!
You are looking extra gorgeous here! x
All my bags are small – too small! I am looking for the perfect bigger bag that isn’t too big, and it ain’t easy
Well I’m not from Melbourne, but can relate to carrying a larger bag. Being a full-time worker, the bag needs to be big enough to fit my lunch (I get v. hungry!) and accomodate any work that I may need to take home for the evening. I hate carrying an extra bag for these items because then I feel like a packhorse! A stunning tote is way more stylish than a little handbag and an additional plastic bag or green bag.
I’m definitely like you, i never know exactly what the weather will be like or where ill be throughout the day so its good to be prepared. Also i have to carry water where ever i go so little bags are never quite big enough. A friend was once teasing me for having over sized bags and said that bags have tripled in size since the 50s.
Ugh, yes, I always carry around so much stuff! I always have sunscreen and a water bottle, and there’s room for a cardi. Then there’s my netbook and my diary, and my purse which is just a smaller bag which keeps hold of all the regulars and far too many lipsticks!
My shoulders don’t thank me
I have never been able to pack light. My bag always contains my wallet, make up bag, umbrella, cardigan, book to read on the bus/train, bottle of water, phone, diary, shoes (if I am comuting to work), and anything else I can fit in. Hate to think that I may have left something at home.
Yup, I carry a big bag everywhere!
Usually it contains:
Wallet
Phone/ipod
Water
Umbrella
Planner
Pens
Headphones
Makeup (balm, powder, handcream, mascara….)
Camera
Cardie
Keys
Sunglasses
Whew! No wonder it’s so heavy!
That dress is absolutely marvelous. And I don’t know if it’s a Sydney thing but I carry around a tiny cross body bag big enough to fit wallet, phone, and either a camera or sunglasses (both will not fit)
Maybe that’s just me!
xx Cristina
I carry all that plus more! My bag is nearly as big as me, us Perth girls have to carry that much..can’t leave anything at home!