Neat little Gucci

I've done another trial. It's a tough job, but someone's got to do it.....

The Stripe Shoulder bag by Gucci has never really jumped out at me. I always thought it was too small for me - regular readers will know I'm a Big Bag Fan, as in I go for whoppers that can carry all the minutae of my insane life, not just that I'm "stocky". Not going to admit either way on that one, anyway. Ah, Sturdy Girl.

So, the neat little Stripe Shoulder. I used it to go to a 10th Wedding Anniversary/38th Birthday Party on Saturday night and it ticked all the boxes. First of all, I was the designated driver that night and I wanted something that could languish discreetly in the footwell, despite a huge pair of husband-feet vying for space - tick, not a problem. Next, I was in moody/chic black with over-the-knees, so I needed a bag that showed up but wasn't cutesy - tick, just the job. Third, I wasn't sure who would be there and who wouldn't, so I was after something designer but not OTT - again, tickety tick. But Then the Big Test, what could I get in such a little bag? Well, I was surprised. A bit like the LV Papillon and the Gucci Joy Boston, the structured shape of this bag allowed for extra space, so I was able to squeeze in the following (note: no kitchen sink. Now, that would be silly....): eyeliner (to compliment black attire of course), lipstick, car keys, my phone, his phone, my OTHER phone (long story), his wallet, my card, my cash, a brush. And a pen. Always have a pen. So rather a lot actually.

As the night descended into drinking games (with me as referee as I was DD, as above!) I was happy to have the Stripe Shoulder languishing on my chairback. It's pretty hardwaring and doesn't feel vulnerable to spillages at all.

So, I am won over. I used it as a day bag for the next couple of days; I even took it to my little boy's rugby training and it served me well. I'm back on a capacious Prada now, OK, I admit it, but if I was a more ordered person this would really suit me.

Actually, the Dior Cannage Small came home today, I might be transferring all my goodies over straight after this.....

Will let you know my thoughts,

Jo. XX.