Inside my Bag 2.0

by Skinny Dip on January 13, 2012

I don’t know about you but I never get tired of seeing what’s inside people’s bags. I find it fascinating what people carry with them on a daily basis. Maybe I am just totally nosy…

I did a post about what’s inside my bag two years ago so I decided it’s time for an update.

Meet my purse. I’ve been carrying this around everyday since I got it in December. You can read the story behind why I bought it here.

I like the orange and beige piping. I feel like it adds a preppy, nautical feel to the bag. Let’s take a look inside! (clockwise from the top):

1. Random pamphlets + my Christian LaCroix notebook (for jotting down blog ideas)

2. Gym lock: I always forget to take it out of my bag after I workout.

3. Kissaholic lip gloss by Booty Parlor: I got this from Ohhh Canada and I actually really like it. The lifestyle in Victoria is very laid back so this is just enough color to make me feel dressed up in a pinch.

4. Burt’s Bees lip-balm: My lips are always dry so I need to carry lip balm at all times. I love my Burt’s Bees because it’s made of natural ingredients and it doesn’t give a weird aftertaste.

5. Black Pilot hi-Techpoint pen: my favorite kind of pen. period.

6. Pink iPod shuffle: I love to workout to music but I don’t like running with my iPhone. This is perfect because I can clip it onto my shirt and keep my hands free.

7. iPhone 3GS: I love this phone. The pink case is from Aritzia where I used to work.

8. Camera case containing a Cannon Power shot camera: There’s so much beautiful scenery in BC that I like to carry a small camera with me whenever I am visiting.

9. My keys with their “Matryosh-key” key covers: The mini pink purse is my keychain and the other pink thing is my Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt points card (which encourages me to spend a disturbing amount of money on frozen yogurt)

10. Miu Miu wallet/clutch: I originally used this as a clutch but then when I was in Vegas I started using it as a wallet as well and it just stuck.

11. Cat eye sunglasses: After reading “The Help” this summer I desperately wanted a pair of 60′s inspired cat eye shades. I found this $7.99 pair from Joe Fresh at Superstore and have been wearing them instead of my usual Marc by Marc Jacobs pair ever since. Meow!

Let’s take a closer look…

These pamphlets are actually the 2012 Eden Fantasys sex toy catalog and an application form to join Denny’s frequent eater program. I feel these are very…telling.

{Two of my favorite things: sex and greasy breakfasts.}

Lastly, I need to show you guys a close up of my notebook. I bought this with a gift certificate I received for Christmas. I really enjoy Christian Lacroix’s paper products. The quality is really nice and they aren’t as expensive as you’d think they’d be. The pattern on this notebook grabbed me…it’s really pretty!

The inside is even more stunning. How could you not be inspired when you open this notebook?

(I love how it says “Belongs to” in French and gives you a space to write your name)

Now for the million dollar question: How many bags does a self-proclaimed purse addict bring with her for a 6-week trip? Answer: five. How many does she actually use while she’s on said trip? One. Go figure.

What’s inside your bag?

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  • http://teachergirlblogs.com/ Teacher Girl

    I love these type of posts! I am nosy too. That notebook is gorgeous! I want one. 

    • Anonymous

      Me too! You might want to check Barnes & Noble for the notebook…I got it at the Canadian equivalent :)

  • ShoeTease Cristina

    Other than the usual cell phone, keys and wallet, natural lip balm (love my Burt’s Bees!) is a serious bag content requirement for me! Especially in a bitter & cold climate like Toronto is having today. Nothing much like chapped lips to make you feel ‘ick’ and unsexy.

    Great post :)

    xo Cristina

    • Anonymous

      Thanks Cristina! I fully concur – my lips are always so dry…especially in Toronto. I love having a natural lip balm to use that isn’t full of all kinds of scary chemicals. 

  • http://twitter.com/TravelatedRease Rease Kirchner

    I also love looking through people’s bags and wallets! My whole life I have been known to ask people if I can go through and look. I know it is nosey but I am so curious! Guys always have the most surprising stuff shoved into a tiny wallet.
    I laughed out loud when I read the pamphlet description. 

    In my bag right now: Totally awesome handmade green with white polka dot wallet (bought in Rosario, Argentina), Ray Ban sunglasses case that has knock off Gucci sunglasses inside (someone gave me their old raybans, which I hated, so I kept the case and put the fake Guccis that I bought in Chinatown in Buenos Aires inside), a pen, Marilyn Monroe nail files, lip gloss in the shape of a chocolate heart, burts bees (love!) gum, ibuprofen, pocket tissues that look like 100 dollar bills, A koala clip and mini buddha (just cleaned off my desk from work..I quit my job!), a mini brush/mirror, and a USB drive. 

    • Anonymous

      I would LOVE to see a photo of the inside of your bag. It sounds like you have tons of cute & quirky things inside: Marilyn nail files, dollar bill kleenex, chocolate heart lip gloss, things purchased in Argentina….love it!

  • Jeanne Castellanos

    Hey Simone,

    I have been meaning to call you but haven’t found the time that jives with the west coast. In any case, I can see you are enjoying your trip. Let’s do something when you get back. 

    Here is the list from my purse:
    package of kleenex, a Sephora makeup pallet, portable Calvin Klein Euphoria, a tide stick to go, blackberry headphone (for when I need a handsfree, a set of headphones for my itouch, my usb keychain, lemon and honey Halls, my pink agenda, wallet, an ivory toque and gloves. This was agood exercise, I realized that I am probably carrying far too much and I should downsize my hefty Michael Kors purse. I like the new purse by the way ;)

    • Anonymous

      Hey Jeanne!

      No problem – I’m sure I’ll talk to you soon & we’ll definitely hang out once I am back in the city. 

      Thanks – One of the reasons I bought the purse was because it reminded me of how much I like YOUR beautiful Michael Kors purse ;)

      Downsizing my bag has helped me with my back and shoulder pain…I recommend it! We’ll see how long me carrying less lasts though. I tend to be a bit of a pack rat when it comes to what’s inside my handbag.

  • Anonymous

    Your bag and the things in it are beautiful. 

    • Anonymous

      Thanks Grace!

  • http://twitter.com/citygirlblogs City Girl

    You have the neatest bag around! And, I love the two pamphlets! Food and sex = my two favorite things! Unless I have a formal event, I only bring a larger black and gold Prada or Gucci bag on a trip. It makes it easy and provides extra space for my stuff or anything I pick up when I’m traveling. xoxo

    • Anonymous

      hahaha I thought you’d appreciate the pamphlets. Yep, food and sex are two of my favorite things too!

      That’s a good strategy purse wise. I usually bring my LV tote or black Longchamp & then my wallet that doubles as a clutch. Somehow I thought it was necessary to also pack two other purses this time (WTF?). 

  • http://www.modishmama.com/ Modishmama

    I wish I could carry that little in my purse. As a mother of 3 kids (2 that are in diapers) I need to carry around a huge diaper bag all the time. The good news is I have a really nice leather diaper bag (might I recommend it to any soon to be or current moms it’s called the Hudson by Nest and it is amazing).

    What does it contain right now: Diapers x 6, 2 changes of clothing for little ones, 2 granola bars,  2 small water bottles, wipes, diaper change mat, diaper cream, a wet bag (for dirty cloth diapers), hand sanitizer, sunscreen, mini first aid kit, 3 pairs of kids gloves, 1 child’s toque, 1 pack of travel tissue, small biodegradable garbage bags x 3, 3 peppermints (these were given to my kids at a restaurant and they are too young to eat them but my oldest begged me to just take them anyway and they are still in my purse months later, my iPhone, the car keys to my sweet minivan, my red studded clutch/wallet, 2 pairs of sunglasses my large red Versace’s and my Ray Ban Wayfarers, 1 Human Resources Canada Pen, 1 2 for 1 admission coupon for the local rec centre and  a little make-up bag that has my EOS lip balm, floss, small Aveeno moisturizer, Sephora Lip gloss, 1 hair elastic and 1 head band.

    Wow I can’t believe I haul all that around! But seriously I need it. Glad you are still loving your MK bag.

    • Anonymous

      I love your Hudson by Nest bag. It’s super pretty!

      Wow, it’s amazing how much stuff you need to carry with you as a parent. All of that stuff makes sense though. I love that you carry two pairs of shades…I often do as well (the ones above & my MJ ones) because I never know which pair I’ll be in the mood for ;)

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