Found in thrift store

Found this wristlet today and I’d love to learn more about it. So far I believe it’s from the Marcello collection, but I don’t know much else. Can anyone offer any insight? I believe it’s authentic, but is it vintage?

Thanks in advance for any insights!!

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Chopard vs VCA

Hi all,
Would love your thoughts…
I’ve been eyeing off a VCA Alhambra guilloché white gold for a while now (was planning to get it in Europe / wedding anniversary) … and last night I stumbled upon the “new” Chopard Ice Cube necklace white gold with diamonds. The price (in Aus) is only different by $30, so that doesn’t factor in. I’m totally torn now!!!
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  • Poll Poll
Le Pliage Original Backpack vs Medium Tote Bag (long handles)

Those who have both - what is your preference?

  • backpack

    Votes: 2 22.2%
  • medium tote LH

    Votes: 5 55.6%
  • medium tote SH?

    Votes: 2 22.2%
  • something else

    Votes: 0 0.0%

Hi,
I am looking for a LP bag and I am considering a medium tote (LH) and original backpack. I look at the dimensions and basically, they should be the same size?

Backpack: 31 x 25 x 11 cm
Tote: 28 x 26.5 x 15.5 cm

Those who have both - what is your preference?

ps: I plan to get L later!


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She’s here first Rolex! Vintage Oyester perpetual presidential

Hi ladies,

I have made my first Rolex purchase recently. I love estate pieces so I decided to get a solid yellow gold (80s-90) Datejust. I posted this on reddit and all the men said this is gaudy and ugly. What do you all think?

I personally like it, yellow gold looks good on me and my birthstone is emerald. Because this is an estate piece I don’t have the option of adding a diamond bezel.

Thank you

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20 Motif "Challenge"

Hello VCA TPFers.
Question for you: Am I the only one who has issues wearing a 20 motif long? Long story short, I desperately want to wear the 20's, I love the look of long necklaces, but I find that I am, what's the polite word...buxom, the necklace ends up between my girls...not classy or pretty.

Does anyone else have this issue? Any solutions?
Currently I just double the 20 I do have, but I was wondering if maybe I am just 20 Motif challenged.

Thank you,
Maya

Should I Sell My First Dior? Caro Every Dior Zippered Pouch

I have always wanted a Dior handbag, as I feel a personal connection to the brand (specifically, the archival pieces since my birthday is the same day as the New Look debut). I have a Bar suit with the slim skirt, but while in Paris, found this little bag I was instantly drawn to. No clasps, no glaring hardware or logo, it felt like a practical and subtle application of the cannage motif. I felt like I could see myself wearing it daily in place of a small black crossbody. I like that it’s a little more fancy, since my style tends to be more casual, edgy, or eclectic.

But I own several bags that serve similar, if not the same, function! And I couldn’t help but notice upon returning to the States how “basic” I felt when I wore it. Like a college sorority girl or something (no offense). It also reminds me of the LV toiletry bag and how some people add a chain to it to wear as a purse. Am I too in my head about this? Does it scream “her first Dior”?

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MTO handbag (Peter Nitz vs Mila Jito)

I might consider ordering a MTO handbag. Still trying to decide between Peter Nitz (Zurich) vs Mila Jito (US). I have officially inquired with both but not into detail. Anyone have any experience with both? I also notice Peter Nitz pricing is generally higher maybe because of the currency? How is the craftsmanship?

Serial numbers and rose gold tones?

Just a couple of questions! I recently purchased a couple of pendants from my local boutique (so they are 100% authentic), but I notice a difference in the appearance of the serial numbers. One has a certain design and the other is simply the serial number… is this normal? They are different metals and from different batches I suppose but wondering if anyone knows anything about this?

Also, I compared my VA rg pendant with my rg two butterfly pendant and the rose gold on the butterfly pendant looks just a tad pinker/darker… does anyone have any experience with this either? Is it a design choice since the butterfly has pink in it, or is it more likely a piece-to-piece thing?

Sorry for the silly(?) questions — to anyone who has any answers or info: TIA!! ♡

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Was there a mulberry VIP club around 2000-2010?

While exploring vintage Mulberry bags, I came across a story that around 2010, or possibly earlier in the 2000s, there was a mulberry VIP club for loyal customers. This club supposedly had access to special models of bags that were not available to other customers, making these bags particularly unique and sought after in the second-hand market.

However, I am skeptical about the authenticity of this story and suspect it might be a fabrication by the seller to justify a higher price. Can anyone verify this information?

Rolex dealership in Munich?

Hi everyone! I’m first time posting on this board though I’m an OG for 16+ years on Tpf. My eldest is graduating in 2026 and we want to gift him a Rolex, thinking about a yachtmaster or submariner… I honestly don’t know much about watches but I’ve heard it’s like playing the Hermes game: need to buy something else before they offer you one. I feel like everywhere I go (or people I talk to), they all treat me like a Chinese tourist, but I actually do live here, although my German is not so good. Would you know anyone who would be willing to work with me and don’t treat me like a reseller? (Nothing wrong with resellers but I’m not good with games anymore…)

Thank you so much in advance! I’m not in a rush (son is graduating in June 2026), but thought to start my research early so I have time to “build a relationship” if that’s what it takes…

Vielen dank!!!

Pretreated vachetta

Hey everyone! I hope everyone’s holiday season is going great so far. I was just wondering how your experience with the pretreated vachetta is going. I really
Love the all in bb that’s supposed to be released but I’ve only ever had regular vachetta. How does the pretreated wear? Does it crack or feel “fake” if that makes sense? I really appreciate any input!

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Loewe Puzzle 10th Anniversary Collection

I have some very scant early info on this. Chatted to a lovely SA this weekend who showed me a picture of the intended puzzle anniversary collection on their phone, which seemingly is a re-release of limited edition styles. They weren't meant to share this info so I couldn't photograph it unfortunately but from memory here are a few of the styles that I recall will be included. It will potentially be 15 in total? Which I guess makes sense.

Not sure how I feel about this. I can picture a Loewe warehouse full of unsold past season stock and the staff feverishly changing the date code and slapping a new limited edition label on the bags. But too cynical I'm sure! 😂

I think I'm much more invested in the puzzle soft release!

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CHANEL 2025 NEW turnlock?

I just saw on Instagram that possibly some chanel bags will receive new turnlock? Please see attached foto. There is CHANEL mini rectangular top handle in so black and it has new hardware turnlock! I am very curious which bags will receive this update. Or maybe only so black versions due to scratching on the turnlock is more visible on black? Any thoughts or information? Thanks a lot ❤️

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