Not all Bags are Created Equally
By Kate Rachel Lozier
Bags are everywhere, in every color,
fabric, shape, size, and price.
Practically every type of store sells some type of bag. The famous and the not so famous have their
names on bags. TV shows such as Sex in
the City have dramatized the handbag.
With all of these bags flooding the
market place, just how do you figure out which bag is for you? Whether you are a person that researches
ahead of time or purchases on the fly, I suggest that you ask yourself these
questions prior to purchasing. You can
also use these tips for other purchases as well as for bags.
1.
Determine
your needs
What do you
need this bag for? Or what do you want
this bag for? Is this a want or a
need? Will it hold all of your
stuff? Does it have enough
compartments? Is the fabric suitable for
the function? Is the styling, fabric and
colors appropriate for you and your lifestyle?
2.
Set
your budget and Cost versus benefit
Determine
what you can afford and what you are willing to spend on the type of bag you
are looking for. If this is a want
purchase, can you afford it? Comparison
shop: will bag A hold and organize all
of my items as well as bag B? Will bag A
hold up over time and is it worth the price?
Is bag B more unique and/or a limited edition? Is a more expensive bag better made and
therefore, a better investment in the long run? Is price the most important factor in your
choice? Is style more important than
function, or vice versa?
3.
Access
your values and Usability and features
Are you the
type of person that wants a new bag for every season, every outfit, and every
occasion? Or are you more interested in
a bag that will last for a long time?
Will the features and fabric of the bag work with your lifestyle? Will the bag at least serve the function(s)
that you are looking for? Are the
insides as durable and functional as the outsides? Are you willing to have a bag that everyone
else has?
4.
Manufacturer's
and / or store's reputation
Who is the
manufacturer and where was the bag made? Does the business have a good
reputation? Can you verify their
reputation? Are you interested or
concerned with where the bag was made?
What is the quality like? Are the
inside features of the same quality as the outsides? Will the bag be able to hold up to your
use?
5.
Availability
and convenience of shopping
When do you
need the bag by? Is the bag readily
available or special order only? Does
the catalog and/or web site adequately describe the size and features of the
bag? Does the bag meet your
expectations? Can you return the
bag? How is the customer service?
© 2016 Kate
R. Lozier
At TuffBags, we know you have many choices and places to spend your money.
So why shop with us?
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Kate R. Lozier
Owner/Designer
TuffBags / Racheltreasures
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