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What color of bag to give to my MIL?

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CheckingMyPrivilege · 09/09/2017 01:50

She lives in another country and I think she's more of a casual dresser but she had a very nice upbringing and was an executive previously.

Are these old-looking? Which colour?

She's 70 but doesn't look it.

What color of bag to give to my MIL?
What color of bag to give to my MIL?
What color of bag to give to my MIL?
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Original poster
CheckingMyPrivilege · 09/09/2017 07:01

Or not this bag?

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Kochicoo · 09/09/2017 09:00

I don't personally like it (yes - old looking) but we all have different taste so if you think your MIL would use that sort of bag then great. If I had to choose, I would choose the caramel.

My DM of a similar age likes cross body bags and doesn't like anything too heavy. If I were going to go for a shopper style bag, I think a more plain one looks nicer but as I said. . . .personal taste and all that!

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CheckingMyPrivilege · 09/09/2017 09:09

Actually I don't like it too but I don't know what she likes. lol. Thought this one was a bit safe.

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Kochicoo · 09/09/2017 09:33

Haha, it's difficult isn't it?! I might be tempted to go for something more plain/stylish (you actually like) then. I think this one is really only safe if you know she'd like it or know she has no interest in fashion! Depends how much you like her, of course. . .

KingIrving · 09/09/2017 10:06

What about longchamp pliage nylon? uk.longchamp.com/pliage/product/9927

Loyly · 09/09/2017 10:09

I agree with King, if you aren't sure what she'd like a Longchamp Pliage is a good choice.

KingIrving · 09/09/2017 10:10

You know you can personalised them for not much more?

LadyLapsang · 09/09/2017 11:13

I would go for a cross body bag. Lugging around a lot of stuff in a large bag is not good for anyone and I doubt she needs such a large bag. What about something such as this - www.jcrew.com/uk/p/womens_category/handbags/crossbodybags/signet-bag-in-italian-leather/F5231?color_name=roasted-chestnut

Original poster
CheckingMyPrivilege · 09/09/2017 11:33

How about this?

What color of bag to give to my MIL?
What color of bag to give to my MIL?
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snowgal · 09/09/2017 11:57

Oooo lady that J Crew bag is gorgeous! Sitting on hands

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CheckingMyPrivilege · 09/09/2017 11:58

LadyLapsang

So nice! No J Crew here though :(

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CheckingMyPrivilege · 09/09/2017 12:00

King and Loyli

I'll look at Le Pliage! :)

Kochiko

I really don't know what she likes. She's retired, she wears shorts...I'm trying to remember what type of bag she uses but I keep getting blank lol

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Kochicoo · 09/09/2017 12:14

I think that one is much nicer/safer, OP. Unless she's always in shorts - then maybe she's want something in a lighter colour and less wintery?

Peppermeant · 09/09/2017 12:34

I'd avoid making any style choices for my MIl unless I was sure!! My MIL has a bad back/neck and wouldn't carry a tote (prefers a backpack) and would choose red every time (ie the complete opposite of me).

LadyLapsang · 09/09/2017 12:39

Especially as relatives get older - my parents have both died now, but my MIL is in her mid-80s - I think how many nice bags etc. am I going to be able to treat them to before they die. I don't mean to sound depressing, but I think it's a time to try and get them something they will really love. If you are not sure of her taste, could you treat her to a shopping trip with lunch or afternoon tea to choose something together?

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