feels like Spring

Sunshine, temps in the 60s + a cool, crisp breeze...
feels like Spring!

And there’s nothing quite like a casual pair of sandals, the soft billowing of a tea length dress & a perfectly matched handbag on such a lovely day. 

The Coach Dinky’s size makes it cute & carefree; its style makes it easy & versatile. Nicely suited when you’re carrying the essentials. With numerous Dinky versions & the option to personalize, there are plenty of reasons to have more than one in the collection. Check out Coach to see what’s currently available. 

My BOTD: Coach Dinky in Peony, Style #37296, 9” x 5” x 2”.

Also wearing: (previous seasons’ purchases) Express dress & Frye sandals.

ruffles + polka dots

I have loved ruffles & polka dots, well, forever.
I remember wearing them as a child & am still thrilled finding them today. They have the versatility to be sweet & playful or feminine & sophisticated. 

The Coach Bleecker line c.2007 plays along similar lines of contrast with supple leather, cheery tattersall lining & bold hardware. While the leather is soft under hand, the impressive snap hook & buckle could easily be brandished for protection. 

This is a roomy bucket style bag. I use it with one of my felt inserts from Amazon to keep my belongings corralled & organized.

My BOTD: Coach Bleecker Large Duffle, Style #11423, ~15” x 16” x 6”.

Wearing: Old Navy dress.

SxS: top handle crossbody bags

Manor | Crosby

Derby | Manor | Regina

Derby | Regina

I‘m a fan of side by side comparisons. I find them quite helpful in getting a perspective on size, especially when researching handbags online. 

I thought I could try a fun, hopefully informative blog series: Side by Side (SxS). 

Today’s comparisons are some Coach top handle crossbody bags

(measured in inches):

Crosby, Style #9905, 12.5 x 9 x 4.5

Manor, Style #9977, 9.75 x 8.5 x 4.25

Derby, Style #9904, 7.25 x 7.5 x 3.25

Regina, Style #9983, 8 x 6.875 x 4

Please let me know what you think of this series!

casual lady

While I enjoy all types of bag silhouettes, recently, I’ve been especially drawn to top handle bags in the ladylike style. Some are sophisticated & proper while others have softer lines & are more relaxed. I really like the juxtaposition of the latter...
a casual lady of sorts.

I’ve already shared some examples of top handle styles here & here on the blog. This is another... Meet Crosby. In beautiful glove tanned leather, it is structured with a laidback feel. Crosby can be dressed up with a scarf-wrapped handle or a novelty strap in place of its shoulder/crossbody strap. Its size is impressive & similar to that of Hermès Kelly 32.

My BOTD: Coach Crosby Bag, Style #9905, 12.5” x 9” x 4.5”.

‘tis the season

Living in an area with four seasons, I look forward to the changes that occur as one ends & another begins. It is quite amazing when the sun reappears alongside cool breezes, birds return chirping, flowers begin blooming...
The sights, smells & feel of Spring remind me of childhood. I adore it beyond words. Yesterday was a beautiful example.

With Spring within grasp, I carried another Tea Rose bag. They encompass this time of year for me — sweet, whimsical, carefree. This Coach Saddle 23 is a convenient crossbody with a great silhouette. It perfectly holds my daily essentials.

My BOTD: Coach Saddle 23 with Tea Rose, Style #38195, 9” x 7.75” x 3”.

Additional outfit items: Old Navy Ruffle-Trim Top + Mid-Rise Distressed Rockstar Jeans.