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Authenticate Chanel Classic Flap

Hello, I am considering buying a second hand Chanel Classic Flap Medium, gold hardware, vintage. It is ca 1991-1994 but the serial number is rubbed off. Would you dare buy it from a private person?

Is it possible to see from these images that the purse is authentic?

I am not mistrusting this seller by default, but I am just having a bit of second thoughts due to no serial number.

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Which Messika Necklace?

Which Messika Necklace?

  • Move Uno Pave

    Votes: 3 30.0%
  • Gold Move (non-pave, 1 diamond)

    Votes: 1 10.0%
  • Baby Move (non-pave, 3 diamonds)

    Votes: 6 60.0%

Hi All! Trying to decide on a Messika necklace for everyday wear on its own and also for occasional layering. I’m debating between the move uno pave and the gold move uno (non-pave). If I go non-pave, I’d also consider the baby move (the one with 3 diamonds).

Do you think the pave is too fancy for everyday/casual wear? For non-pave, does the baby move (3 diamonds) look better than the gold move (1 diamond)?

Does anyone have the Miu Miu Matelasse mini bag (photo attached) or something similar? Wondering how it holds up in the long run

Does anyone own this bag or a bag similar to it with lambskin Napa matelasse stitching? I’m wondering if the stitching “flattens” or deflates over time. It’s a big investment considering I won’t be able to wear it everyday (because of the light color and it being lambskin) so I want to make sure it’ll be worth buying. Also, how delicate is the bag? I treat all my bags well and store them in dust bags when they’re not in use but do you have to baby it when you’re wearing it because of the soft leather and light color?

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LOYAL TO DOONEY, BUT TEMPTED...

I love my Dooney bags and am very glad I purchased each and every one. The quality and styles have me hooked for almost 25 years.

Surprisingly, I purchased two L.K. Bennett box clutches this week. I don't know what made me go to the site since I haven't purchased since the British brand was sold.

Anyway, I really didn't need them, but I tend to purchase items where I have gaps in my wardrobe and I spot a good sale. I bought the Dotty suede clutch in the color trench ( $275.00 on sale for $82.00) and the Iside pale blue suede box clutch ($318.00 on sale for $95.00).

They have clothes, shoes, boots and accessories in the up to 70% off sale. I purchased 2 pairs of the suede Floret court heels in nutmeg and a bright pink.

They might have something to go with your Dooney bags. I just thought I would let you all know since we seem to like quality and classic styling (which is why we are Dooney fans). I did try to find shoes that will work with my D&B bags.

Shipping is from London, so it's $25.00 to the U.S., so it is better to buy more than one item. The shipping doesn't sting as much when you buy 3 - 4 items. I think free shipping starts at $350.00. Hello to everyone!

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Cartier C de Cartier necklace or Love necklace interlocking rings with diamonds

Which necklace to choose?

  • C de Cartier necklace in YG/RG

  • Love necklace with interlocking rings with pave diamonds


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Hello, beautiful ladies and gents!

My niece has graduated from college this year, and I want to treat her to some nice jewellery. I’ve narrowed my choices down to two options:
  • Love necklace in YG with interlocking rings and diamonds (one ring is covered in pave diamonds)
  • C de Cartier necklace in YG/RG (I’m aiming for the .4-.5 carats one)
I believe they are pretty similar price wise (C de Cartier one will probably be a bit more expensive, but that’s ok).

Which option would you prefer and why? I’m honestly stuck. C de Cartier seems to me as a timeless classic necklace, which she will wear for many years to come, but at the same time, interlocking rings are so fun and interesting, with pave diamonds adding a bit of chick to it. My niece is also a very active person, and she tends to wear all her jewellery 24/7. Which option will be the most durable and carefree?
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I know this is a vca forum but between the sweet Perlee and semi paved Serpenti which is best choice? I plan to sometimes wear it by itself .

Serpenti viper semi paved and sweet Perlee clover bangle ?

  • Sweet Perlee clover

    Votes: 29 65.9%
  • Blvgari Serpenti viper semi paved

    Votes: 15 34.1%

Sweet perlee clover or Blvgari Serpenti viper . Anyone seen them both or own both and can describe wear and tear and pros and cons ?

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Sweet Alhambra bracelet or sweet butterfly

Hello!! I just had my 30th birthday a couple days ago and I would like to buy myself a piece of jewelry. I’ve decided on either the sweet mop Alhambra or sweet mop butterfly bracelet. I can’t decide, I think the butterfly is very underrated which I like (it doesn’t scream vca) and i already have a sweet carnelian necklace, vintage Alhambra necklace in gold, 5 motif Alhambra bracelet in onyx and regular sized onyx Alhambra earrings.
But the only thing holding me back from getting the butterfly is I feel like it’s too young & possibly too trendy/cute ?
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Can I pack shoes with crocodile in my baggage?

Hey guys! I just bought some shoes in France with crocodile - can I pack it with me in my in checked baggage? Or do I have to take it with me tru security to shoe cities?

Hey! Travelling home from France today and it just entered my mind that I bought some Hermes shoes with a little crocodile. I’m going to pack it and send it with my in checked luggage. Is that legal? Afraid my bag will be stopped
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New Squeeze variations

Hi Loewe lovers,

Does anybody have some intel on new variations of the Loewe Squeeze? I heard there might be an All Black version coming out, with black chains and I think i saw a quilted version somewhere, but can't find it anymore. Maybe anyone knows more? I do know there will be more colours available with silver hardware!!!
TY <3

51 ring size love ring help!

Hello!! So I have a love ring that is on my right hands ring finger, it is size 51… and I want to buy a thin diamond eternity band to stack with it. The site I want to buy from is US sizing and I unfortunately have not tried it on. I’m not sure if I should go for a 5.5 or a 6? Because on cartiers conversion it says a 51 is a size 5 3/4.
Does anyone else wear a 51 and stack with another ring that’s US sizing? What size did you get! Help!

Thanks !

Is it just me? Customer relations

1) So I spent a good deal of time yesterday in a boutique since the nearest one to me is 2.25 hours away. I get there anywhere from a couple of months to 8 months. I have a regular SA there. The last time I was there 2 months ago, I asked to used the restroom and she told me "It's out of service". I was there yesterday and asked and she said 'It's out of service'. I go to the other nearby boutique and they never bat an eye if I ask to use their restroom.

2) I have been told that when they send you stuff, they will no longer provide a return label if it doesn't work. So that means the return is not only on me, I have to insure an item worth $$$ if I decide to return. I am not going to spend several hundred insuring something I decide not to keep.

This is the only boutique I have heard this from so far. Is anyone else hearing this? I don't want to identify the specific boutique. I did talk to the manager at the suggestion of my SA about the return label thing. I don't blame her of course. She says the company has changed the policy to 'be more sustainable'. She actually cited 'less paper' as if printing a return label was going to destroy a forest or something.

Celine Folco Backpack (not mini) -- any feedback?

Hi All, I've been eyeing the Celine Folco backpack (full size, not mini) in the Triomphe Toile and am wondering if any of you have it or have considered it? Everything I've seen focused on the mini version, not the larger version. I already have enough mini bags but thought this backpack would make a nice everyday, casual bag.

We will be in Paris for 10 days in the fall so i will definitely check it out at the Celine store, but in the meantime, very interested in your opinions -- thanks!

Is it normal for Bottega lambskin bag

I really love the new Bottega intrecciato concert pouch in new sauge color
I have a look at this bag on Nordstrom websites and the bag in new sauge look too wrinkly�
And It even has a hole at the bottom 😱
Is it normal for a Bottega lambskin bag

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