I had to smile in the elevator yesterday when two women were ooh-ing and aah-ing over my baby blue Kate Spade Claremont Spade Marcella bag. I didn’t notice my handbags getting much attention until I started working in a corporate office. Before the Kate Spade bag, I religiously carried my Michael Kors Hamilton tote, and I would get stopped by men asking me who made my bag. I don’t know what it is about having a great looking bag in the workplace, but it sure does command attention.
Now I focus on buying bags that are a good quality, that I will have for years to come. If it gets compliments too, that’s just an added bonus.
One thing I look for in a work bag is lots of space. Sometimes I like to throw a pair of flats in there if I’m wearing particularly uncomfortable heels, or if I know I’ll be walking somewhere for lunch. I keep my planner, a journal, and important documents in there, and I don’t want them to get bent. It’s important to have all the space for that. I love the look of top-handle bags, but crave the convenience of a shoulder strap. Most of these bags offer both.
I’ve picked my current favorites, ranged for all types of budgets. I was extremely excited to see they came out with my Kate Spade bag in Sand, Black, and Pale Yellow. Is it bad that I love the bag so much I want it in another color?
What do you look for in an every day bag?
IS ACTS 2:38 SUBJECT TO INTERPRETATION?
Should Scriptures be interpreted or should they be read and understood? When men claim that Scriptures are subject to interpretation, what they normally mean is subject to explanation according to their denominational view point. Case in point Acts 2:38.
God's Point of View: Acts 2:38 Then Peter said to them, "Repent, and let everyone one of you be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins; and you shall received the gift of the Holy Spirit. (NKJV)
Man's Interpretation: Peter said to them your sins were forgiven and you received the gift of the Holy Spirit the minute you believed. Repentance and water baptism follow forgiveness from sins and reception of the gift of the Holy Spirit.
God's point of View: Acts 2:38 Peter, "All of you must turn away from your sins and be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ. Then your sins will be forgiven. You will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.(New International Reader's Version NIRV)
Man's Interpretation: Water baptism is simply an act of obedience and is not essential to the forgiveness of sins. Receiving the gift of the Holy Spirit precedes repentance and water baptism.
God's Point of View: Acts 2:38 Reconsider your lives; change your direction. Participate in the ceremonial washing of baptism in the name of Jesus God's Anointed, the Liberating King. Then your sins will be forgiven, and the gift of the Holy Spirit will be yours. (The Voice VOICE)
Man's Interpretation: Bible commentaries and church catechisms are more accurate than the Bible.
God's Point of View: Acts 2:38 Peter replied, "Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ so that your sins may be forgiven. And you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. (The Thompson Chain-Reference Bible NIV )
Man's Interpretation: God is not smart enough to guide men into an accurate translation of the Bible. It has to be explained by Priests, Preachers, and denominational leaders.
WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO TRUST, THE BIBLE, WHICH IS GOD"S VIEW OR MAN'S INTERPRETATION OF THE BIBLE?
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Great bags.
Aaaannd I'll take one of each please 😉
EatPrayWearLove
I know for myself, it's imperative to have a BIG work bag, because I'm always carrying around a bunch of notebooks and crap, plus my lunch! These are such cute options.
so cute! the kate spade one is the best!
xxoo,
nikki
http://www.dreaminneon.blogspot.com
i absolutely love the 3.1 phillip lim bag.
the shape is perfect!
I've been obsessed with that Kate Spade bag for a while.. I just can't seem to push myself to purchase.. I totally need to though! SO cute!
Kayla
http://www.lovelucygirl.com
Love these options! I use my Longchamp for now but when it gets too old I will need an upgrade
I have been eyeing that Michael Kors bag for a while now and when my Longchamp bag finally breaks I think I will be upgrading to that one! All of these bags are gorgeous
Tay
waverlyandwestbourne.blogspot.com
there's a really great zara bag that's perfect for work – it has several pockets including one for a laptop and another for a tablet. The Michael Kors and picks from nordstrom seem the best!
from – The Lion's Den
I love the idea of having a work bag! I've been lusting over the Michael Kors Hamilton bag – & I think it will be my next purchase. But I also love the Celine-style winged bags you posted above! Looks like I've got some thinking to do 😉
P.S. Your blog layout is gorgeous!!
xo, B
http://www.BKCsquared.com
the black and white and turquoise are both gorgeous! looove them! thanks for sharing these. xx. gigi. http://www.gigikkitchen.com
These totes are all fabulous!! Great picks Hannah!
XO Color Me Courtney
Great collection of bags, can't pick a fave!
xo
http://www.style-wire.com
you know the phillip lim pashli is my favorite! you just can't go wrong 🙂
xo SideSmile,
Ashley
SideSmile Style
I love the MK selma 🙂
xx Stephanie (www.stephaniesstyleblog.com)
The grey Michael Kors. Sugar!
Ahhhhh! I love every single bag.
xx
Because I'm Obsessed
Love your bag choices!
Kim
http://www.superchicmom.com
Can't pinpoint a fave, love them all! Fab choices!
Amanda | feast.fashion.faves