I'm finally getting around to posting my review of this beautiful Hermès Picotin 18 in Gold from 2023. I've had this bag for almost a year now. At the time when I made the decision to buy this bag, I really wanted to have one Hermès bag in my collection. I tried the Evelyne TPM and it was just too small for me and I ended up selling it. I loved the leather and the color so wanted to give it another shot with a different Hermès bag. I decided on the Picotin 18 for its bucket style and for an Hermès bag, it still flies under the radar. It's gaining popularity, but it's not nearly as popular as the Evelyne. (Check out my video to see what fits and how I use the bag) Hermès Picotin 18 Gold This bag does not come with a strap, although I have seen some people add a strap to the handles to make it into a crossbody or shoulder carry. I looked through all my straps and could not find one that would fit around the handles. Personally I think it would make the bag look a lit...
Fit Review Friday! Banana Republic Archive Reissue Atlas Graphic T-Shirt and Ticking Shirt in Cotton Hemp
Happy Friday! Remember last week's Fit Review Friday ? Almost every comment I received mentioned the whole outfit looked horrible on me. 😆 I'm sure you'll all be relieved to know I am returning both items. Moving on to today's fit review, which is also from Banana Republic. I decided to try a couple of pieces from their Archive collection. I used to love their t-shirts from the 90s. Crisp, white, super soft tees with a map or some kind of safari motif comes to mind. My brother had a bunch of them back in the day and it just brings back fond memories for me. The button up shirt in cotton hemp also piqued my curiosity. I've never had a piece of clothing made with hemp. Let's find out if these two items are keepers. For reference I'm 4 feet 11 inches tall and typically wear size PXS in Banana Republic. Sometimes I can get away with size XS. I also wear size PXS in Athleta and size 4/6 or XS/S in Lululemon. Ticking Shirt in Cotton Hemp Light Blue Stripe Si...