I'm not one to pack a lot on the go, but that doesn't stop me from touting a huge, slouchy hobo from Kenneth Cole ($128, was $228). This results in what my friend calls the Soap Opera Effect – named after the daytime drama queens who carry these huge designer handbags on camera with nothing in them. What's wrong with that?
I keep Prescriptives' Camouflage Cream ($17.50) with me at all times to touch up any coverage I might have inadvertently rubbed off my face. This stuff is fantastic as both an under-eye concealer and blemish cover-up as it is lightweight and blends easily into the skin. Estee Lauder's Golden Alligator Compact ($33) is so vintage and glamorous, I whip it out in public every chance I get. And the transparent powder gives the right amount of light matte coverage to any skin tone. Call me old school, but my hands-down favorite kind of lipstick remains Chanel in Marilyn ($27). It's a hot pinkish red that's good for both day and night. And since I tend to wear darker colors, it livens up my whole ensemble.
I carry around an umbrella at all times – and of course leave them everywhere. My Marimekko Kivet ($39) was a gift, and so far my favorite umbrella, so I hope I can keep it firmly in my possession.
And that's it. I don't own a wallet (something I probably should invest in) and except for the occasional extra pair of shoes, scarf, or Diet Coke, my enormous slouchy bag remains flat as a pancake.
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What I keep in my bag is pretty boring, my cell phone, wallet, checkbook, I’m kind of old fashion I still write checks, philosophy big mouth lip gloss, ysl touche eclat, sunglasses, lists, lots of lists pens and a small book to write the lists in. Credit cards, ID’s, a mirror, prescription bottle and various lip pencils and lip sticks. I guess it’s pretty obvious I carry a large tote bag, oh and my brush.
I have a COach Slouch Medium Hobo bag that carries my Buxton wallet/check book holder, my husband’s check book, 2 different Loreal long lasting lip glosses, Carmex Strawberry lip balm, my badge with ID, hand sanitizer, small J&J;Baby lotion, Pro Active Pressed Powder, some Cottonelle fresh wipes (never know when you will have to use a port-a-pot), thumb drive, mints, contact rewetting drops and the occassional sippy cup, snack trap holder and Thomas train!
In my bag i keep a puzzle book for when i am waiting in any line. I keep all of my coupons, candy and gum and water for emergencys. Pen to fill out forms. and my lip stick. I really need another bag.
I carry around a puzzle book for the line that seem to be everywhere, water and gum or a granola bar for emergenceys. All of my coupons. I could use a real bag for once
well lets see… pens, pencils, markers a tide pen, baby wipes, hand sanitizer, mascara, lip plumper and gloss mini hair spray, q-tips, tylenol/advil, notepad, gum, mints, nail file, clear nail polish, pocket dictionary, keys, wallet, change purse, mini flash light, cell phone & address book, thumb drive, mp3 … oh my I never realized how much stuff I actually carried around.
My hand bag is so heavy my Fiance calls it my weapon. It contains wallet,three checking & savings books for me and three for my fiance,make-up bag, keys, blistex,misc business card from Doctors ect.. reciepts, a card purse for credit cards. I believe that’s about it
Wow that is a very nice bag. And with $100 off there is no reason not to hit the buy button. Looks like it would be big enough to carry my workout clothes for the gym.