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DreamBags · Aug 10th, 2009, 11:05 PM

The resale value of BOTTEGA VENETA is low if compared with LV bags.

For a brand new BOTTEGA VENETA bag that is sold for US$3167 in BOTTEGA VENETA store, a reseller will take it for US$770 (brand new).

But a LV bag that is sold at LV store at US$1230 and used for 1 year, a reseller will take it for US$615 (used).

For those who like trading in their bags often, LV bag has higher resale value even if it is "used".

CaliforniaGal · Aug 10th, 2009, 11:54 PM

When I buy a new BV, it is a KEEPER!!!!

...ok most of the time

Baggiana · Aug 11th, 2009, 10:18 AM

If that is a part of your calculation for buying a bag, then you may have a point.

I, on the other hand, buy what I love and want to wear, and worry about everything else later, if I ever do. I do not like LV, so I would never consider buying it regardless of the resale value since I wouldn't wear it.

To each, her own...

Juda · Aug 11th, 2009, 10:30 AM

I never buy any handbag with resale value in mind.
But I was lucky enough to sell recently (many) handbags and finance new BV purchases.

Some were LV bought few years back - never used - they were even sold at a profit (good for me) and less than the current retail price (good for the buyer).
I will also add that LV handbags are highly popular and easily sold.
Whereas a BV handbag might be more difficult to sell

But as per previous posts when you buy a Bottega Veneta handbag, you don't have any intentions to sell it - it is a keeper

kroquet · Aug 11th, 2009, 11:06 AM

I don't buy a bag based on resale, but on love only.

annie9999 · Aug 11th, 2009, 12:24 PM

Originally Posted by DreamBags

The resale value of BOTTEGA VENETA is low if compared with LV bags.

For a brand new BOTTEGA VENETA bag that is sold for US$3167 in BOTTEGA VENETA store, a reseller will take it for US$770 (brand new).

But a LV bag that is sold at LV store at US$1230 and used for 1 year, a reseller will take it for US$615 (used).

For those who like trading in their bags often, LV bag has higher resale value even if it is "used".

i have noticed the same. in my town lv and chanel seem to have the best resale. not even h seems to do as well.
i don't know why as they aren't my favorites.

jmcadon · Aug 11th, 2009, 03:13 PM

Originally Posted by DreamBags

The resale value of BOTTEGA VENETA is low if compared with LV bags.

For a brand new BOTTEGA VENETA bag that is sold for US$3167 in BOTTEGA VENETA store, a reseller will take it for US$770 (brand new).

But a LV bag that is sold at LV store at US$1230 and used for 1 year, a reseller will take it for US$615 (used).

For those who like trading in their bags often, LV bag has higher resale value even if it is "used".

What BV reseller are you taking about

I am interested!

Mid- · Aug 11th, 2009, 03:57 PM

I think it's a good thing that other brands have more resale value, as I see many new BV lovers selling all their other brands' bags to fund their BVs!

Just curious, though, which BV and LV bags (3167usd & 1230usd) are your speaking of, DreamBags? Also, welcome to tPF and BV sub!!

ReRe · Aug 11th, 2009, 08:49 PM

I've seen a few BV bags hold their price, i.e. ottone sloane, but I agree that LV is easier to resell. I also don't buy my bags with that in mind, but my tastes do change and when you want something new that's over the top in price its nice to be able to sell some of your older bags to fund the purchase. I am thinking of every way possible to justify that 2010 men's cabat.

Mid- · Aug 11th, 2009, 09:56 PM

^^ ReRe, I see you are now really focused on the burnt marshmallow! Can't wait for your reveal!!

jeshika · Aug 11th, 2009, 10:13 PM

i don't think i'ld ever want to part with any of my bvs!!!

noddanard · Aug 11th, 2009, 11:07 PM

Originally Posted by Mid-

I think it's a good thing that other brands have more resale value, as I see many new BV lovers selling all their other brands' bags to fund their BVs!

That is so true. I am selling off my Gucci bags and LV to fund my BV as well.
I love my new BVs and I don't plan to sell them.

ReRe · Aug 12th, 2009, 06:51 AM

I'm focused, now I just have to build up that fund!

boxermom · Aug 13th, 2009, 01:37 PM

This is always an interesting topic. Is there a larger mass market for logo accessories? Apparently so. I would venture an opinion that most BV buyers don't consider re-sale value when buying their BV's.

There are other designers that produce top-quality products and their re-sale values aren't very good; Tod's comes to mind. I have 2 Tod's bags that I intend to keep.

As already mentioned, there are some BV styles and colors tha hold their value very well.

doloresmia · Aug 13th, 2009, 02:39 PM

i am surprised the LV and Chanel holds its resale value? there seems to be so much of it out there.

BV may not hold resale because it is a lesser known luxury brand. it isn't something you see every day like you do LV and chanel. smaller audience = less demand.... and the people who know and love, are very particular about wanting particular pieces. i have noticed in the last few months the resale prices on a number of luxury goods seems to have fallen. BV on ebay seems to be lower priced now, as do H kelly purses, not so much the birkins.

Aug 10th, 2009, 11:05 PM	#1
DreamBags OP Love bags Joined: Aug 2009 Location: Hong Kong Posts: 357	Resale value for BOTTEGA VENETA The resale value of BOTTEGA VENETA is low if compared with LV bags. For a brand new BOTTEGA VENETA bag that is sold for US$3167 in BOTTEGA VENETA store, a reseller will take it for US$770 (brand new). But a LV bag that is sold at LV store at US$1230 and used for 1 year, a reseller will take it for US$615 (used). For those who like trading in their bags often, LV bag has higher resale value even if it is "used".

Aug 10th, 2009, 11:54 PM	#2
CaliforniaGal Member Joined: May 2008 Posts: 1,151	When I buy a new BV, it is a KEEPER!!!! ...ok most of the time
CaliforniaGal Member Joined: May 2008 Posts: 1,151

Aug 11th, 2009, 10:18 AM	#3
Baggiana Member Joined: Feb 2008 Posts: 1,994	If that is a part of your calculation for buying a bag, then you may have a point. I, on the other hand, buy what I love and want to wear, and worry about everything else later, if I ever do. I do not like LV, so I would never consider buying it regardless of the resale value since I wouldn't wear it. To each, her own...
Baggiana Member Joined: Feb 2008 Posts: 1,994	__________________

Aug 11th, 2009, 10:30 AM	#4
Juda Member Joined: Apr 2009 Posts: 961	I never buy any handbag with resale value in mind. But I was lucky enough to sell recently (many) handbags and finance new BV purchases. Some were LV bought few years back - never used - they were even sold at a profit (good for me) and less than the current retail price (good for the buyer). I will also add that LV handbags are highly popular and easily sold. Whereas a BV handbag might be more difficult to sell But as per previous posts when you buy a Bottega Veneta handbag, you don't have any intentions to sell it - it is a keeper
Juda Member Joined: Apr 2009 Posts: 961

Aug 11th, 2009, 11:06 AM	#5
kroquet Banned & Menopausal Joined: Sep 2007 Location: Texas Posts: 9,496	I don't buy a bag based on resale, but on love only.
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Aug 11th, 2009, 03:57 PM	#8
Mid- ありがとう Joined: Mar 2007 Location: ottone~chocolate heaven Posts: 3,567	I think it's a good thing that other brands have more resale value, as I see many new BV lovers selling all their other brands' bags to fund their BVs! Just curious, though, which BV and LV bags (3167usd & 1230usd) are your speaking of, DreamBags? Also, welcome to tPF and BV sub!!
	__________________ ~ I prefer to have very little, but it has to be exactly the right thing. ~ Tomas Maier ... still looking for a grape necklace from SS07 ...

Aug 11th, 2009, 08:49 PM	#9
ReRe ReRe Joined: Apr 2006 Location: Philly area Posts: 3,435	I've seen a few BV bags hold their price, i.e. ottone sloane, but I agree that LV is easier to resell. I also don't buy my bags with that in mind, but my tastes do change and when you want something new that's over the top in price its nice to be able to sell some of your older bags to fund the purchase. I am thinking of every way possible to justify that 2010 men's cabat.

Aug 11th, 2009, 09:56 PM	#10
Mid- ありがとう Joined: Mar 2007 Location: ottone~chocolate heaven Posts: 3,567	^^ ReRe, I see you are now really focused on the burnt marshmallow! Can't wait for your reveal!!
	__________________ ~ I prefer to have very little, but it has to be exactly the right thing. ~ Tomas Maier ... still looking for a grape necklace from SS07 ...

Aug 11th, 2009, 10:13 PM	#11
jeshika Member Joined: Jul 2006 Posts: 2,053	i don't think i'ld ever want to part with any of my bvs!!!
jeshika Member Joined: Jul 2006 Posts: 2,053	__________________ wishlist Bottega Veneta Knot Clutch in Fever Bottega Veneta Medium Veneta in Limo *she's here* 07 Chanel Red Medium Flap w/ bijoux chain Bottega Veneta Old Petra Roma

Aug 12th, 2009, 06:51 AM	#13
ReRe ReRe Joined: Apr 2006 Location: Philly area Posts: 3,435	I'm focused, now I just have to build up that fund!

Aug 13th, 2009, 01:37 PM	#14
boxermom Member Joined: Aug 2006 Location: North Carolina Posts: 13,691	This is always an interesting topic. Is there a larger mass market for logo accessories? Apparently so. I would venture an opinion that most BV buyers don't consider re-sale value when buying their BV's. There are other designers that produce top-quality products and their re-sale values aren't very good; Tod's comes to mind. I have 2 Tod's bags that I intend to keep. As already mentioned, there are some BV styles and colors tha hold their value very well.

Aug 13th, 2009, 02:39 PM	#15
doloresmia Member Joined: May 2008 Location: SoCal Posts: 7,528	i am surprised the LV and Chanel holds its resale value? there seems to be so much of it out there. BV may not hold resale because it is a lesser known luxury brand. it isn't something you see every day like you do LV and chanel. smaller audience = less demand.... and the people who know and love, are very particular about wanting particular pieces. i have noticed in the last few months the resale prices on a number of luxury goods seems to have fallen. BV on ebay seems to be lower priced now, as do H kelly purses, not so much the birkins.

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