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Hello! I have been wanting a bag that I missed out on for years so I finally purchased a jumbo so black in chevron lambskin from TRR. It arrived and I immediately noticed the corners were worn and then under the flash of my camera, the edges all look off to me. I'm trying to tell if it's wear and tear or if it was repainted. I looked at my other flaps and none have this issue.

I need you're help please. So I'm not sure if my love ring is too big a size smaller I really have to push getting it on when my hands are warm.

This one also fit my index finger.

I’m just beginning to dip a toe into pre-owned bags and am fascinated by the process of evaluating a purchase. So many of you have been boldly buying pre-loved for years, and I’m wondering how on earth do you decide whether the price for a preowned bag is reasonable? Do you consider historical prices, current prices, condition, rarity? Do you have a limit based on age? I noticed Christie’s sets an expected price range, which probably relates to demand + rarity + their condition number. But I wonder how they arrive at those prices? Is it purely guesstimate or is there some reasonable way to value a pre-loved bag. I’d love to hear your thoughts/practices.

I found this interesting little thread (https://forum.purseblog.com/threads/lets-plot-a-historical-price-chart-for-birkin.106347/page-2)

Hi all!

I have been browsing online for a K25 in gold chevre. I know they made it for the MK. But have they ever offered it in the larger size? I haven't seen one on a trusted reseller site so far.

I am looking recommendations for a non black neutral K25 in chevre leather. I already have gris T in epsom. Thanks for your advice!

Somehow I have gotten my hands on two Chanel Kelly’s in black and now I can’t decide which one I should keep and which to sell. One is from 2023 release, the other is 2025.

It’s funny as both have pros and cons and pretty distinct differences in leather / stitching, even the chain length and overall shape of the bag. So interesting and most people assume if there’s a size difference or stitch count/stitching difference it means a bag is fake. But after this experience I would def consider otherwise!! I wouldn’t trust authentication services after seeing this.

For example: the 2023 has an overall shorter chain, prob by 2-3mms. It is also slightly shorter by 1-2mm in length. The leathers between the two appear different, the 23 is more ‘aged’ and supple, the 25 is firmer and less lined. It is also shinier. Even the stitching is different - you can’t tell from these pics but the 23 has thicker stitching, it looks more hardy and it’s slightly angled whereas the 25 is thinner and straight. Honestly if I hadn’t gotten them from the boutique I’d think one is a fake given the huge discrepancy in stitching!!

Anyway let me know which one I should keep - the 2023 or 2025? The only thing that concerns me is the flap is more winkled on the 25 when you open it vs the 23. Otherwise I guess it depends on what you prefer?

I am very tempted to keep both but I think that’s overkill 🙃

* edited as made an error in measurements, the differences are very minor so not cms more mms

Hi everyone, Does anyone have the small size Rose de Noel earrings in turquoise? I have the mini size earrings in Mother of Pearl and the small necklace/clip to match. I've now been given the opportunity to purchase the small size necklace and matching small earrings in turquoise. I haven't actually tried on the earrings in size small and have some concerns that they might be too heavy or overpowering. I worry, given the size, that wearing the earrings and necklace together might all be too much. I'd love to hear your experience if you have the earrings in size small, and whether you wear it with the matching small necklace. Thanks!

Hi, I'm selling a Tiffany bracelet. I got higher quotes from Rebag for both direct sell and consignment options than Yoogi's. I have no prior experience with them. Which one is more trustworthy? And how to rank them with Fashionphire and Ann's Fabulous finds?

Thank you!

Hello everyone! Yep, literally.
My Gucci rainboots got scratched badly by my cat :/
Does any of you happen to know about their 2-year warranty on rubber products?
I lost my receipt, and it doesn’t say anything about the warranty.
Or just any tips to make it less visible than now would be appreciated, TIA!

Can't believe this Dragon 🐉 year is almost over, and we'll be slithering into the Year of the Snake 🐍 soon. Let's see what goodies the various brands might have in store for us!

Judith Leiber is always on top of things:

Hennessy isn't handbags but what's cool is their choice of bottle designer: Chinese fashion designer Shuting Qiu

Coach will be doing a release per their website but it's too early for any announcements.

I was debating on this all grey bag yesterday but my Chanel store didn’t have it so I ended up with this mini flap bag with gold hardware! It’s called “light grey” but more of a periwinkle color. Still debating on that other one but the Chanel store doesn’t have it in stores yet and my SA may try to order it. Still nervous of the light lambskin. He said the latest lambskin have seemed tougher but who knows? Do you guys think this color will be more versatile to dress with outfits or a hard color to wear? Also worried about having to baby it because of the lambskin. Do you think it’s an odd color to have? I already own 2 black bags, one navy and one nude Chanel 19. Attached is a photo of my collection. Do you think I have too many similar bags with the top handle? I like having a handle to hold so that’s why I keep getting drawn to them.

I’m think about getting my first gold bangle bracelet and I’m leaning strongly towards VCA.

I’ve read all the threads on the VCA bracelets and even the one where folks shared their regrets and what they would do differently if they were to re-start their VCA collection. Unanimously, the advice was to start with the more significant pieces first to shape your collection.

So my question is, do I take that advice and splurge on the perlee clover bracelet which is something I can afford but it’s a very large purchase and I’m hesitant and getting cold feet, or do I stay safe and start with the perlee signature bangle.

For those who started with the signature bangle, was that a good way to start small and build up?

Those who got the perlee clover, was that significant purchase the right one to do first? How did you move away from the hesitation to make that investment?

ILD isn’t offering free shipping under $119. The bag I was eyeing is 115. Do they sell anything for $4? I am having a hard time with the $15 shipping charge.

Spurred by a comment in the 2024 thread…let’s get wishing for next year!

Post your Wishlist for 2025! Feel free to include more than just bags!

Wishing us all the best of Hermes luck in 2025.


(The 2024 thread for reference.)

Hello, I would like some help evaluating this bag, I'm looking for it and I can't find the model to check the price.

The sale invitation has arrived! I was worried when a hostess told me the emails should have gone out in November and I hadn't received anything.
Don't worry everyone, I signed up before posting this time... 😅

Why does H continue to allow public vendors to sell high quality fakes (which include H stamping etc)?

One google search and you find numerous websites dedicated for this. The rep business is so popular they’ve started appearing in mainstream news media outlets for PR (and it works). Half the instagram posts out there are promoting fakes.

So why doesn’t H go after them? Particularly the big businesses with global websites and international clientele?

I’ve searched and found zero reviews on this bag!


Popped into the Palm Springs store this weekend and they had one in burgundy. Works as a crossbody or top handle. Fit my Celine Sunglass case plus large iPhone.

I ordered the black to ship to me but was hoping for a few reviews!

Anyone have it and love it, hate it, other?

I don’t have a lot of designer bags and this would be my first BV bag. I love crossbody that are also convertible to date night. Hoping for reviews ☺️

I am really interested if anyone on here owns both the new mini cabat and B25?

Posted similar thread earlier in relation to TM era mini vs B30 and B25 and the small Andiamo.

I now have both a TM era Mini as well as the newer mini cabat on strap that I love. Nevertheless, I feel there is still room in my collection for a B25.

Could use some advice on how they compare in terms of how much they can fit and when you would opt to wear one over the other? I prefer to hand carry the cabat but of course the strap option is very convenient at times.

As for the the B25 I have an idea that it would hold just a bit more than the cabat but also feels more secure and carefree (togo leather) and has feet!

What are your thoughts?

Hello everyone! My hubby gave me the go to get a new bag and I’m so excited but I need some advice. I saw this light grey lambskin bag on the website and I want to see if I can get it. Do you guys think this light grey lambskin will not hold up and get dirty super easily? I won’t get white for that reason even though I’ve wanted a white bag. Also do you guys think this bag is nice and will match with a lot? Any advice is welcomed! Thank you so much!!!

Im not sure Im in the right chat, (please refer me on if not appropriate here), but where is good these days for buying pre owned balenciaga? for months Iv been lightly searching for a small city, (not mini the 30cm wide city, from any era, older the better in excellent condition is preferred) with classic hardwear & nothing where Im looking comes up.
Im in uk & have alerts set for Vinted, ebay, Bagista, Designer Exchange, Luxe Collective. Never seen correct combination or condition.
Purchased a standard city in hope it met my needs but was too big & sold it on.

Does anybody know the warranty for Gucci bags. I bought the small Ophelia bag the one like the speedy and the handles are peeling. They exchanged once and they said I couldn’t bring it back again but I used it once and it has a spot peeling. They keep trying to tell me it’s wear and tear. I used it like 5 total the whole year. I use my LV more. I can’t find the warranty on the website.it’ll be a year in January. TIA

Hi I only have the sweet clover so far in rose gold & am already dreaming about a next purchase I've been wearing my sweet clover alone which I love but eventually want a white gold stack.. so before I go down the rabbit hole of building one, I'm debating if I should get one more rose gold bracelet to stack with my sweet clover OR a white gold diamond tennis bracelet that can be worn either with the sweet clover or with a future white gold stack..?
Or do I get the rose signature now & a TB down the road? OR do I save up for the single row in rose for very down the road? I love all the options but always love hearing opinions from the experts here. Does anyone wear a white gold TB with the rose sweet clover & if so, do they stack ok? My other issue is that my sweet is xs (15 cm) but now all the other perlee bracelets in xs are 14.5 which is a bit snug Thx!!

After I ordered my Penrose 2 satchel, but before I received it,
I saw a large Penrose Satchel on ILD for an amazing price.
At that time I had visions of the Penrose 2 having wonderful
leather. When I got the Penrose 2 I was disappointed in the
leather, so I've returned that handbag. I fully expected to
dislike the leather on the large Penrose satchel, and to have to
return it also. It was too late to cancel the order when I tried.

The large Penrose Satchel arrived today and it's not the same
leather, in my opinion. While both the Penrose 2 and Penrose have
thick and relatively structured leathers, the Penrose large satchel
leather is much nicer. It's smooth.

No, the Penrose leather is not like Alto, although
both the Alto and Penrose are thick and structured and matte finish leathers.
And like Alto the Penrose I received has a very small grain.
The Penrose doesn't look like it's embossed. It's not soft, but it's
attractive.

I don't know if the difference between my Penrose and Penrose 2 leather bags
is because they are 'odds and ends' pieces of leather, so the quality isn't
consistent. Or does the naming Penrose vs. Penrose 2 designate a different
collection, and therefore differing leathers? Both bags were from ILD.

I'm attaching pictures of the large Penrose satchel. The color is ASH, which
is a light grey. The trim is British Tan smooth leather (like on many Dooney bags).
The hardware is shiny, there is a wide interior green suede color (like on Florentine),
the bag has whip stitching on the handles, and the Dooney patch inside is leather.

I'm a pre-loved/vintage collector and am always buying/selling to mix up my pieces. I'm looking for my next Chanel piece as I've just sold a Prada and two Louis V's!

So... Can you help me pick please because I'm so unsure.

I'm picking between a Chanel cambon line bowler bag in white, a Chanel fabric east west in navy with Union Jack hardware and a Chanel cambon line pink cross body bag in the medium size.

About me - in my 30's, I have a 14 month old and two chihuahua's. I'm trying to factor my lifestyle into my choice!

Please help 💖💖💖 thank you in advance Xx

Hello, I have Celine luggage bag and the edge paint is cracked, more so on the sides.
Did anyone try to repair it? Did anyone had it happened?
My bag is black and leather is in excellent condition, but I really dislike the cracks.