Well, howdy there! Let’s yak a bit about that there YSL Manhattan bag, you know, the one all them fancy city gals are totin’ around.
I seen it in a magazine at the store, real purdy thing, but Lord, the price! Makes my head spin faster than a dog chasin’ its tail. But, you know, a gal can dream, can’t she? And if I was gonna get myself one of them fancy bags, I’d want to know what I’m gettin’ into, right? So, let’s break it down, like we’re huskin’ corn, nice and easy.
First off, they got all sorts of sizes. Some are small, like for just carryin’ your lipstick and a few coins, and some are bigger, big enough to stuff a whole chicken in, I reckon. They got these numbers they use, like inches and stuff, but I ain’t got no ruler on me. Just know they got little ones, middle-sized ones, and big ol’ ones. You gotta figure out what you need to haul around, I guess. Me? I need a big one, ’cause I always got a bunch of stuff, you know, my keys, my glasses, a little snack for later.
- Little one: Good for just the basics.
- Middle one: Holds a bit more, maybe your wallet and phone.
- Big one: For gals who carry everything but the kitchen sink.
Now, these bags, they ain’t just plain leather, no sirree. They got all sorts of fancy materials. Some are shiny, some are dull, some look like snake skin, though I hope they didn’t skin no snakes for it, poor things. And then there’s the colors. Lordy, the colors! You got your blacks and browns, of course, but then you got your reds and blues and even some sparkly ones. Makes your head spin, it does. I like the plain ones, myself. Less fuss, you know.
Prices? Don’t even get me started. These things cost more than my old mule, Bessie, did! And Bessie was a good mule, let me tell you. But I guess if you got the money, you can spend it how you want. Just seems like a lot of dough for a bag, if you ask me. But then again, I ain’t never been one for fancy things.
I heard some folks say they wish these bags didn’t have such big logos on ’em. You know, the YSL letters all tangled up together. I kinda agree. Sometimes, less is more, you know? Like a good apple pie, it don’t need no fancy frosting to be delicious. But I guess some folks like to show off what they got, and that’s their business.
Now, where do you even buy these things? I reckon you can’t just walk into the feed store and find one. You gotta go to them fancy stores in the city, or maybe online, though I don’t trust that internet stuff much. Seems like a lot of hocus pocus to me. I’d rather see somethin’ with my own eyes before I shell out that kinda money.
And what about taking care of it? You can’t just toss a bag like this in the washing machine, I bet. You probably gotta wipe it down with some special stuff and keep it in a fancy bag when you ain’t usin’ it. Seems like a lot of work, if you ask me. I’d be too scared of gettin’ it dirty. I’m more of a “use it ’til it falls apart” kinda gal myself.
So, would I buy a YSL Manhattan bag? Well, if I had a money tree growin’ in my backyard, maybe. But as it stands, I think I’ll stick with my old canvas tote. It’s sturdy, it holds everything I need, and I don’t have to worry about scratchin’ it. But hey, if you got the cash and you like fancy things, go for it! Just remember, a bag is just a bag. It ain’t gonna make you a better person or nothin’. It’s what’s inside that counts, right? And that goes for bags and people, too.
But if you are gonna get one of them fancy YSL Manhattan bags, remember what we talked about. Think about the size you need, the material you like, and how much you’re willin’ to spend. And don’t forget to take good care of it, or you’ll be cryin’ over spilled milk, or scratched leather, I guess. Saint Laurent sure does make some purdy things, though.
And lastly, if you’re lookin’ for a low-key bag, one that don’t scream “look at me, I got money,” this might not be the one for you. Unless you get a plain one, I guess. But then again, what do I know? I’m just an old gal who likes practical things. But even an old gal can appreciate a little bit of beauty, even if it’s just lookin’ at it from afar.
Anyways, that’s my two cents on the whole YSL Manhattan bag thing. Hope it helped you make up your mind, or at least gave you somethin’ to think about while you’re waitin’ for the biscuits to bake. Now, if you’ll excuse me, I gotta go feed the chickens.
YSL bags sure are somethin’ else.
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