Shop My Birthday Gifts
Hey guys!
In case you haven't been able to tell from my Instagram page, I am obsessed with handbags. They're my absolute weakness and the one thing that I feel like I really can never have enough of. If I had to chose one thing to splurge on it would definitely be a handbag because they will last you forever. I still have my first ever Louis Vuitton that I got when I was about six years old. It's so little and adorable and I keep it stuffed and on display in my bedroom. It's things like that that I will cherish forever and hopefully one day pass on to my own daughter.
For my birthday, I got a lot of amazing purses because I guess my friends and family really do know me best! I wanted to share them with you so that you can shop them directly. They're all really beautiful and range in prices and type so there's something for everyone.
Now in no particular order:
My grandma got me this for my birthday and I have been wearing it all the time. It's the perfect size so you can wear it out in the day as well as if you're going out to dinner. I can't find the cream color on the website anymore, but they still have the black and navy blue which would be perfect for Fall. I have a ton of Henri Bendel purses and they're all amazing quality and so adorable.
My cousin gave me this organizer wallet and I literally have not stopped using it since I opened it. I posted it on my Instagram Stories a few weeks ago and so many of you DM'ed me about it. Now you can click the link above and shop it for yourself. I can't find the white on the website any longer but I am obsessed with the mauve color I attached above. I'm seriously thinking about getting that one as well. It's such a no brainer, it has compartments for your money, credit cards, cellphone, and even lipstick. I bring it with me everywhere- out to eat, to the gym, to the beach, running errands. You name it, it's perfect for it. It's seriously worth every penny.
3. Henri Bendel Marquis Micro Tote $228
This little bag was a gift from one of my mom's best friends. It's such a cute micro bag to wear with jeans or a dress, depending on how fancy you want to go. Although it's small, it surprisingly fits everything you need and mine came with a long chain for some added versatility. Once again, I can't find my exact purse with the embossed snakeskin on the website anymore (Bendel's you're killing me) but I attached the link for this beautiful tan color.
4. Pop $ Suki Camera Bag with monogram $195 before customization
My sister, Christina, got me this bag and I love it ! I have been looking at Pop & Suki bags for awhile and the customization option to put your name on the bottom is what reeled me in. I'm a sucker for monogramming I put my initials on everything lol. This little camera bag is the perfect dinner bag. I'll be honest I have the smallest size and it definitely isn't roomy. I struggle to get everything in there, but it is adorable. There are a few different color options and strap options. You can also add as you go along. So you can buy a keychain or waist belt in the future so the bag keeps evolving and looking brand new. My bag is in the color "Cotton Candy" and the customization is in white.
5. Mansur Gavriel Mini Bucket Bag $495
This bucket bag was my birthday gift from my parents. I have been wanting one of these bags for awhile. I love that the brand isn't super well known so you don't see everyone wearing the same bag. It comes in four different sizes and a ton of different color options for the outside and inside. Originally, my parents got me one that was navy inside and outside, but I really wanted one with a color contrast because that's Mansur Gavriel's signature. I chose the Mini Bucket Bag (the biggest size was a little too big for me) and the color "Raw" on the outside and "Dolly" on the inside. I can't help it, I just love pink. I thought the color would be perfect for Fall. The leather does scratch so you do have to be careful but I know I won't be living in it so I can keep it in pretty good condition. P.S. There's an unboxing video of this bag on my Instagram @insidecarolinecloset
Last, but certainly not least, this Gucci belt bag. It was a gift from very close family friends and I was so surprised when I opened it. They bought it when they were in Italy and I'm not sure why but that just makes it even more fabulous. I dropped so many hints that I wanted it but didn't think anyone was getting it for me. I also made an unboxing video for this that you can check out on my Instagram. I love that fannypacks or belt bags are back in style. It also feels so weird going about your day hands and arms free but it's amazing. I've worn it with denim shorts to run errands and love that I can keep everything I need tucked in it and don't have to worry about a thing. I also love that it's black because I can wear it throughout the Fall and Winter as well. I'm so excited to keep experimenting and paring it with different looks.
I hope you guys enjoyed reading about some of my birthday presents! I'm so grateful and love all of them. Hopefully you guys got some handbag inspo for your own closet!
