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I have seen a vintage bag I like it’s Mock Croc. There is some cracking to the leather and I would like to know if I could treat this myself.
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Which white gold pave earrings are the nicest in your opinion? I would love to get a pair, but my SA says that it’s hard to get hold of any of these earrings to try unless I pay a full deposit for it. It will be lovely if you can share your opinions or pictures. Thank you very much.

I went to see my SA today hoping to try on some jewelry that I had texted him that I was interested in. Unfortunately, neither was in stock and the bracelet I really wanted could not even be ordered online. Hopefully my SA will be able to transfer it from another store for me. I was a little disappointed that I was going to leave empty-handed when he said that he had something for me...an early Xmas gift!

Just realized it's time for the next VCA wishlist for the upcoming year, 2023! It never hurts to plan early!

I didn't purchase the items I wanted originally from 2022 so they go back on the list for 2023:
--WG Frivole pave btf ring
or
--WG Frivole pave earrings

What's on everyone else's list thus far?!

Should I get the small Loulou for the medium Lou camera bag???? I'm so torn!!!

I am considering this bag. I don't mind the small capacity but I wonder if it's still relatively practical. What is it like to own it and use it? Any TPFers own this bag?

Does anyone know if boutiques offer rtw alterations even if purchased elsewhere? (Eg sample sale)

Does anyone know if it’s possible to refill these bottles? I have a full sized bottle that is mostly done but there’s enough left to fill this bottle —if I could figure out how to get the top off.

I have been looking for a darker green crossbody bag and have narrowed it down to these two. Coach soft Tabby ($450) and Polene Dix ($360).

The Coach is more but I have a 15% off coupon, and the Polene has a $20 shipping charge so they are basically the same price. Which would you choose?

Experiences from selling with Madison Avenue Couture? Are they legit and is it a smooth process to get your money? I got a quote but it is so informal and they aren’t really responsive when I asked them to send me a label and the contract. They seem a bit off and unresponsive. It’s been 4 days since they sent me a 1 line email just stating their offer. They don’t answer questions about the process and don’t seem so professional and thorough.

I was hoping I could get some recommendations for large work totes (contemporary or luxury is fine). I carry the following items: laptop, iPad Air, a stack of papers, LV agenda gm, bento box, water bottle, and then mini pochette, cardigan (at times), wallet, six ring key, and other odds and ends including my phone. I’ve tried the following totes and found them all to be too small:

Neverfull MM (I’m not so crazy about the obvious branding for a work bag)
Tory Birch Perry Tote
Longchamp Le Pilage
Cuyana Structured Tote
Marc Jacobs Large Tote Bag (I could make the size work, but, I found the bag shape weird)

I think I’m looking for a tote that is the size of the Neverfull GM, but I’d like to find something with less obvious/recognizable branding if possible. Light weight is a bonus. I’ve also tried MZ Wallace’s totes, but find their lack of structure unusuable. What other totes are it there that I’m overlooking?

I would like to know if it is normal in Epsom leather that the grains gets darken? I noticed, my one year old birkin in gold color the grains has dark/black spot all over my bag and it is very visible. I’ve used it only for less than 5 times and I stored it the dust bag. I wonder if it is normal or it has something to do with my usage or storing. Thanks in advance.

I’m curious about the Barlow and the 3 sections. Anyone have any options on this style? From the mini to large? Capacity to carry ?

What colors go best with sand/mink? can you share your outfits wearing it

PS I have a tan puzzle and I’m trying to justify whether I should also get one in sand/mink

Has anyone ever purchased any sequin pieces from Celine and could speak to the quality/feel/durability? I’m eyeing up a piece at the moment but can’t quite make the purchase just yet.

Thanks in advance

My husband got me a tennis bracelet and pave cuban last year. I think they match perfectly, but wondering if they look too snug now? It’s been awhile since I put them on due to being swollen from pregnancy last year. I want them to move freely, but my main concern is I don’t want them to fall too low over my wrist/hand or the diamond side to flip underneath.

I can't believe 2022 is almost over! Looking back, I made some significant additions to my Bottega Veneta bag collection. For me it was a year that called for some serious retail therapy, but at least I gained some bags I think will be in my collection for many years.

So how about everyone else? How did your BV collection evolve this year? I'd love to know what you added and/or removed.

Here is a photo of all my additions. Yeah, I went crazy this year.



Bags in order of purchase:

1. Cervo Intrecciato Baseball Hobo in Espresso Metallic
2. Microstuds Lauren 1980 in Nero
3. Mini Double Knot in Racing Green
4. Lauren 1980 in Oro Scuro
5. Teen Jodie in Caramel
6. Intrecciato Pouch in Nero
7. Intreccio Knot in Oro Bruciato
8. Intreccio Knot in Argento
9. Chevre Medium Cabat in Ottone
10. Padded Cassette in Holographic
11. Lauren 1980 in Gigolo Red
12. Men's Paper Calf Cassette in Inkwell

Now show me yours!

After reading about how CA decided to regulate the amount of cadmium present in children's gold jewelry (but not adult's gold jewelry because evidently they can just go ahead and die?), I'm wondering what brands are actually cadmium free.

The only site I've seen explicitly list themselves as being cadmium free is Baublebar. I emailed several brands that don't mention it and most haven't responded. Some have said they just don't know.

I talked to some jewelry artisans I know and evidently it really comes down to supplier. Rio Grande supplies gold that's cadmium free, but a lot of other suppliers don't. The cadmium is used to alter the color of the gold and is also used in solder a lot, so it's usually present in rose gold or champagne gold pieces that are soldered. Evidently it can be used in yellow gold too though. Recycled gold often has a higher percentage of cadmium due to the higher percentage of solder in it.

There's no non-destructive test for cadmium too, so all the pieces in my collection are now suspect.

Hi everyone!!! Just bought this beauty of a sneaker and worried about it getting dirty!!! It looks beautiful right now but won’t if it looks dirty. Any tips and tricks on keeping this clean? Thank you!

A frame bag silhouette from the Dior Fall 2020 collection that did not make it to production seems to be re-introduced with a giant CD that is embossed on the front:


Another bag has the same shape as the CD logo (kind of like the Fendi O'Lock camera bag):

Hi. I just got a preloved DBTY necklace but it’s not as sparkly as I thought it would be. Did this necklace ever come in a white topaz or another clear stone? Thinking of going to the store and asking them to confirm. (By getting it cleaned and asking. Lol)

I am curious about this serial number from a vintage Balenciaga bag. The number is 1404 42 3780 213048 I will post on authenticate this with pictures soon. But if anyone has any information i would appreciate it. I think it’s a seafoam daybag mid 2000’s

Hi Everyone,

Need some help understanding what the policy is in Japan for coat bags. We've got a tweed jacket yesterday from the Ginza store and they put the coat in this thin material what looks like a temporary bag rather than the usual black coat bag (picture attached). When we asked the sales associate, she said they use this for any first time customers in Japan, and if I buy clothes in the future they will use the black jacket bags. Is this a new policy?

We've bought coats in both the US and Canada this season and they all came in the normal black bag, and the same in the Rue Cambon store earlier in the year, so really confused about what they said.

TIA for any help!

I just purchased this in black and coming in a few days. Anyone purchased it yet? This season and $5100. Thanks