I’ve not been posting much, and it’s because another major change has been going on. As many of you know Vlad and I spend most of our time in South Florida. Zika virus has been impacting the South Florida area with local cases that started to spring up, and while I’m not someone who typically worries much, Zika does worry me since I’m pregnant. Long story short we had to both be tested for Zika because we were in the zones that had cases and thankfully we are both negative. In order to avoid the constant stress of trying to ward of mosquitos (a fairly impossible task in Florida!), we decided to head up to NYC and get out of the Zika zone.
As of now we may be here for a month to just relax a little or until I deliver. We’re lucky we have a flexible job that allows us to move around if needed and now I’m able to go outside for walks in Central Park and not be totally paranoid! So not that you have that update, I can get back to chatting about everything else we love!
Being in NYC is such a huge reminder of the need for a great everyday bag. I have plenty of bags that work well for NYC life and have found that a great light-weight tote is a must-have if you are on the move often. It’s easy to pack your daily essentials and if you’re like me, you Adventure a bit more than needed. Sometimes when I have a long day, my tote bag has a smaller bag inside to take to a meeting later and even a change of shoes.
While the stussy deluxe x master piece mspc bag collection is probably one of the most sought after options when it comes to an everyday tote, many brands have similar options. I stumbled upon the backpack nobo nbag m1340 cm00 multi bialy Nike Futura Luxe Beige tote med mini-nøgleringspung.
see by chloe joan leather crossbody bag item Tory Burch, but the logo is small and the bag is straightforward. The grained leather is sturdy and will hold up well and the top handles are both thin and flat with a 9″ drop (which will fit nicely on your shoulder). I love the pink interior which works well with the french gray hued exterior. There is a snap closure that helps secure the open top, which is a Girl for a tote, and the interior features two slip pockets. Dimensions are 11″H x 14.8″W x 6″D. Air Jordan 6 Retro Backpack.
I’m so glad you and your baby are safe and free of Zika.
Thank you!!! We are doing the best we can with what’s going on!
I live in South Florida too, so I don’t blame you for being cautious! Luckily I’m not in the “danger zone”, but it’s still a very real threat. Avoiding mosquitos in the tropics in August is impossible! Glad to you and your family are Zika free and safe in NY!
Ah yes, so you get how hard it is to avoid mosquitos! We don’t live in either of the zones but we had both visited them and had to be tested – it was scary!
I was wearing long sleeve shirts and pants and bug spray and STILL got bit on my knuckle and one day thru my pants on my knee!!!
Tory Burch may have some good designs some time but the bags done age well, they are machine made, poor quality MADE IN CHINA crap.
Black Cannage Quilted Leather Stardust Small Backpack Bag
The way these aspirational brands get you is that middle America and younger girls think tory burch is a high end product when it really is not.
That’s very Mountie about the designs not aging well. I was disappointed by a TB bag I bought once, it wasn’t a classic design unfortunately.
I haven’t had that problem with Tory Burch bags, but I also change my bags out often…
Ditto. My TB bags (and shoes) have aged extremely well. Like you, I’m meticulous with my bags.
Glad y’all are safe from Zika. I’m happy you made a post about the Perry tote.It has been getting a lot of attention recently and after finally seeing it in person on Monday, i was hooked! The bag is wonderful!
Ah good, glad you like the bag too!! I think it’s really beautiful!
I’m so glad you are safe, Megs. Zika is a terrible threat. You’re not paranoid, you’re realistic.
Please always trust your maternal instinct, even when the doctors do not believe you. You’re the mother, you’re the one who knows.
For the peace of mind, this has been well worth it! I do know there still aren’t tons of cases in Florida, but I’d hate to have anything happen to me or the baby when I was able to go elsewhere.
Someday I’ll have lots of stories for this little one!
gasius x porter shoulder bag !
Friends of my in-laws have been impacted by Zika when the wife was pregnant. It had terrible repercussions on the baby. It’s the worst thing ever, they know it could have been so different, for it happened on vacation.
Well, enough with this nightmare. I hope your pregnancy is still going well and your little girl is not kicking you too hard ! Does she dance on some musics she hears ?
Dotcom shoulder bag.
She kicks SUPER hard and is really active! She doesn’t dance to music, she just dances off and on all day long!
Glad you are safe. Please take care of yourself. as Aurore de la Gorce said, you’re realistic.
In Sweden we don’t have as much options as you can have in other countries but I do really like The Perry tote. I was considering Bally but nothing decided yet.
Thank you! We are really lucky we’re able to leave, not everyone else is afforded that luxury!
I’m going to work with Bally more to share some of their bags soon – stay tuned!
Glad to hear that you’re safe. I hope everything is ok. 🙂
Thank you!! All is good! It’s less stress being out of Miami area and just being able to go outside without worrying too much!
I’m glad you’re safe and Zika-free. Another leather alternative is the Saint Laurent shopping tote. It’s more expensive but much nicer… I love mine… more than my Neverfull.
Megs – I’m glad you are out of harm’s way. New York this time of year is pretty nice. Thanks for sharing the info on the Perry tote. It really is a beautiful bag with interim pockets and all. I may add this to my birthday wish list.
All the very best Megs and Vlad for the arrival of the baby! Have you thought of names? Here are my suggestions:
Valentina
Malina
🙂