How much would you spend

[joycenalex]

[QUOTE=Marigold2;2201080for that perfect incredible purse in just the right shade of color.....
you've already described it.... if you can afford it, do it. when you have the right purse, you'll use it for years,so the cost per day will make it the right choice for you.
i have 2 bought at resale shops coach purses, the soft high quality leather, excellent construction and the fact that they are my go choices means they are used often, i know i feel stylish and i've gotten many compliments.

[joycenalex]

$163 for a bag to carry you stuff about in?

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blue, this made me smile, i've heard similar at home

[pomtzu]

I'd have my head examined before I'd pay that price - I don't care how much I liked it.

The most I ever paid was about $75 for a Stone Mountain bag that was on sale, and that was many years ago. My niece gave me a Coach brand bag - a knock-off - but I can't tell the difference between a fake and the real thing. Even the knock-offs are pricey IMO. I have another niece that has at least 5 of the genuine Coach bags. I can think of better things to do with my money.

Right now I'm carrying a small Laurel Burch canvas tote with "pop art" dogs on it. I love it and spent under $10 for it on sale. Anyone who likes "critters" on their purses, should check out her line. Inexpensive, unique, and very cute.

[Cookiebaker]

$163 would buy groceries for our family for nearly three weeks. I usually buy the $10-$15 kind of purses at kohl's or Kmart....but that's just me. Purses are not high on the priority list.

[Pembroke_Corgi]

I wouldn't spend that much on a purse personally, but if there was something I really wanted and would use a lot for $163 (and I could afford it), I would. If you are going to use the purse a lot and you have the money, why not?

One thing I do when I want something kind of pricey but I can't justify the cost is I sell the old item I'd be replacing on craigslist to get some of the money for it. I recently sold some baby items and made $100 so I could buy a new baby carrier that was $105.

[Sirrahsim]

No way could I spend 2 weeks worth of grocery money on a purse

[cassiesmom]

I say if it fits in your budget go for it! We do only live once!

I'm with Pam. If it fits in your budget, and it makes your heart skip a beat, then go for it.

[orangemm]

Hate to admit it, but I am a Vera Bradley junkie. I don't know how many I have, but it's a lot. However, a bunch of them are used that I got on Ebay, so in my opinion that alleviates some of the guilt.

Problem is, I saw that on their website that they are having a 50% off sale and I am sorely tempted. I do use all of them; I'm always swapping them out and they are wonderful for carrying lots of items (zipper pockets, 3 slip-in pockets on the inside), so that's why I indulge.

Purple is my favorite color, so if this is your dream bag, go for it!

[kuhio98]

I'd never spend that kind of money on a purse either.

I've never understood buying designer things to impress strangers on the street. And I've always been concerned about people who derive so much of their self-esteem from "stuff". (I have a family member who seems to think her life will magically change if she buys something she saw one of those vapid Kardashian's wore).

That being said, if you can afford it. If you don't have to charge it to your credit card. If all your other bills are paid. Buy it and enjoy it.

[Karen]

I wanted to add that I am not at all critical of anyone who spends a lot for a purse - it's just not something that would give me joy. But I bet it would make you smile every time you used it, which is hard to put a price on!

[pomtzu]

I wanted to add that I am not at all critical of anyone who spends a lot for a purse - it's just not something that would give me joy. But I bet it would make you smile every time you used it, which is hard to put a price on!

My thoughts too. If you've got it - then go for it.

Years ago when I was working and had the income to indulge myself at times - I would. Retirement and Social Security has changed my views and spending habits. It was fun while it lasted, but I never over indulged even when I could.

[sparks19]

OMG we went into the coach store one day just for fun... You can't even buy a coin purse for under $50. I thought there was gonna be a cover charge at the door just to get in lol. $700 for a bag. I almost had a heart attack

[Barbara]

If you can afford it right now, buy it- you will always love it.
I had no-money-times in my life and money times. I always loved luxury- which could be a Chanel nail varnish at times where I checked how much I spend for food- or a luxury purse at other times

[jennielynn1970]

I think it all depends on what you like to splurge on. I love purses and shoes. Other people like electronics and computer or camera things.

If it's well made, and you like it, buy it. I would if I had the money for something that I really wanted and knew that I'd get my money back on how much it would be used. Plus, I love purses. Things to carry my "stuff" around in... blue just doesn't understand girl stuff.

[Asiel]

If you can afford it without breaking the bank, then go for it. Sounds like you love purses so it will probably make you happy for many years to come.
That said I'm the kind of person who buys jackets with a zillion pockets if I can so I can stuff my stuff in them, I'm not a purse person. I don't like having to carry a purse and I'm they type who forgets it all over so pockets are handier and quicker for me, especially the hidden inside ones.