What is the Best Way to stitch Hand Bag at Home?

Hi everyone!

I’m looking to try my hand at making a handbag at home and would love some advice. What’s the best way to stitch a durable and stylish handbag? Are there specific techniques, tools, or materials you recommend for beginners? Also, if you’ve made one before, do you have any tips or patterns that worked well for you? Thanks in advance for sharing your expertise!
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Is the JUC bracelet uncomfortable or am I just weird?

I recently found a deal on a small JUC bracelet with diamonds on FP. I've been wanting one since I got the JUC ring last year, and I love the ring. Question for those out there that own the JUC bracelet in any size. Do you find it uncomfortable to wear? Is it uncomfortable at first and you just get used to it? I put it on and was SO excited then the excitement went away and I find it uncomfortable. Then I thought maybe it's just because I'm not used to it and/or I haven't worn a bracelet in some time, so I just need to get used to it. Then I thought maybe it's too small because when I turn my wrist it kind of digs in a little, but it slides over my wrist bone just fine. Can someone offer their experience when they first got theirs? Here's a photo of it on my wrist. Thank you!
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Cartier Love Cuff with Louis Vuitton Confidential -Sizing?

Hi! I am looking to add a LV Confidential or Keep It bracelet to wear along with my size 19 Love Cuff. I am wondering if anyone else has added this bracelet and what size you got? Thanks for any insight, I don't live near a store!


7 Secret Details About Jane's Original Birkin

A neat article from Sotheby's published on 13 Mar 2025: https://www.sothebys.com/en/articles/7-secret-details-about-jane-birkins-original-birkin-revealed

TLDR:

1) Non-removable shoulder strap
2) Hybrid size between a B35 and B40*
3) Brass hardware
4) Closed pontets
5) Small feet
6) Eclair zipper
7) Embossed initials

*Pleasantly surprised to learn this

According to Sotheby's, the B40 and B35 were the only commercialised Birkin sizes available until 1996.

Van Cleef & Arpels Star Motif (Lucky Alhambra) Collection / Pieces?

Hello everyone! I've seen this Van Cleef & Arpels star necklace online and talked to my SA, and they told me its an older item from late 2000s, and there was some variations of it too. My question is, was there ever a Tiger's Eye star necklace like this? I think I recall this was being mentioned. Also was there ever any bracelets with this motif like the 5 motif Alhambra or something? Thank you for any opinions and feedback on this design!

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Chipping/scratch on new Hermes Kelly hardware?

Hi,

I purchased a Kelly to go wallet a year ago in boutique. It was never used but I just noticed the hardware shows light chipping/scratches. It’s noticeable when looked at closely (attached are both close ups and zoomed out photos)

I’m also noticing some yellowing around the sides of the straps (again this is new and never worn. Epsom Nata color)

Is it worth it to take it to the store to fix in your opinions? Or is it not worth it and pretty minimal issues? There is a chance I might end up selling it too. Thank you.

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Help me decide between these wallets...

I would like to include more slg's in my collection. Currently I have a Sarah wallet in DE. I would like to add another wallet as well. I am considering the Zippy in mono with fuchsia interior, the clemence in mono with fuchsia interior or another Sarah in the mono with fuchsia interior. Obviously, I would like one with the fuchsia interior, lol! I'm wondering if anyone who has or currently owns the zippy or clemence can tell me about the weight of the wallet, as well as any issues, etc. As always, thank you everyone!

Aged gold hardware wear and tear

I’ve noticed that Chanel has been incorporating a lot of aged gold hardware into their handbags recently, and I’m curious to hear how it has held up over time for those who own pieces with this finish. When browsing the preloved market, I’ve often seen aged gold hardware fading to silver in high-contact areas, such as the CC turnlock. Before making a purchase, I’d love to hear from others about their experiences with aged gold hardware. Thanks in advance!


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Aftercare will repair any damage?

Hi,

I couldn't find a thread on this but I recently head that Dior will repair any damage to a bag, including to the leather, with no to minimal fee -- does anyone know if that is true? I'm surprised given Chanel and Hermes seem to say you're out of luck if anything happens to the leather part -

I'd love to hear from someone who has knowledge or experience with this -- Thank you!!

New large buckle hobo looks a lot like a Nikki

Have you all seen this bag yet? It's very reminiscent of the Nikki. Only comes in 2 color ways right now but I'm sure more colors will be coming out.
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Best Alhambra Pendant For Daily Wear?

Which is the best, both aesthetically and practically?

  • White MOP WG

    Votes: 1 3.1%
  • Gray MOP RG

    Votes: 0 0.0%
  • Chalcedony WG

    Votes: 2 6.3%
  • Stick with WG or RG Pave

    Votes: 29 90.6%

Hi everyone! Currently, from the Alhambra collection I have 3 pendants — the yellow gold white mother of pearl, the rose gold pave, and the white gold pave. I also have the pink sapphire two butterfly pendant. Aside from the white MOP, I feel my other necklaces are quite flashy and worry about them for daily wear. I want something durable, but also very cute, feminine, and wearable/casual enough so that it doesn’t seem overdone. I do love my diamonds/precious gemstones, but it’s just a concern that has crossed my mind. I’m considering possibly adding something more casual, as I don’t wear yellow gold much anymore, but I did love my YG white MOP pendant. I’m thinking possibly the same white MOP in white gold? Maybe the gray MOP in rose gold? Or maybe the chalcedony? Or do you think that the pave pendants are fine for daily wear and aren’t too dressy as they are? Thoughts and opinions please!! TIA!💖✨

Ludo Bracelet

Has anyone splurged on a Ludo Bracelet ? It is High Jewellery and the cost is very high in comparison to the normal ones but lower amongst the other high jewellery.

i need to plan for a big birthday and I am thinking would it be worth buying it ?
Is that a daily wear if you think cost per wear ? Only special occasions ?
Would you one day sell it on platforms like Sothebys or Christies or is something you keep as a family heirloom ?
I could buy lots of pieces with that money but I’m not into stacking bracelets and I would normally just wear one ( I’m an earring and necklace person but would love to have a couple of amazing bracelets ). Most bracelets o keep them just to lengthen my 10 motifs to 15.

VCA resale value

Hi ladies!
I couldn’t find on whether there is already a thread on this or not, but how do you find VCA resale value ?
I plan to enjoy them and have no plans to sell in the near or distant future, however one of my friends tried selling a pair of two motif diamond and grey MOP Al Hambra earrings which were practically new, and she was just getting 60% of what she paid on consignment.
What is your experience? This makes you think cost per wear a lot otherwise it may be money down the drain and become bitter when your hardly worn piece gets sold at a massive loss ?

Opinions on these two Rolex’s? TÍA!

Hello everyone! I have been on a waiting list for a 36MM DJ TT jubilee, fluted with MOP and diamond dial. Recently, I met a lady who works with an AD, and she kindly suggested me to look at the same watch but with silver and diamond dial. Today, I got the news that her request for the watch was approved and she will let me know once it arrives, to go see it:). The one with silver and diamond dial. For a long time I have been set on just to wait however long it takes to get the DJ TT MOP as I love MOP in jewelry as well, but in looking at other styles that I normally would not like, I have seen that I love them as well. Would love to hear different opinions, and thanks to everyone in advance!



Here are the two beautiful watches :

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Is the Burberry Hartford line short or did the dry cleaners shrunk my shirt?

Help needed. I think my dry cleaner shrunk my shirt but I’m not certain. I just bought it a week ago on vacation but it was all wrinkled due to my packing. I compared to all of my Burberry shirts and it’s by far the shortest one. I don’t recall it being that short. I can go to the millenia mall and compare it but don’t feel like driving an hour. I don’t want to accuse the dry cleaner if it was actually that short. Should I tell the dry cleaner that I believe they shrunk my shirt? I have to similar Burberry shirts underneath they are the same size except for the red one.

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