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Jay 45 said:

Its crazy. I recently got quotes for a 2 year old jumbo black caviar with gold (used once and has all original packaging). One declined for inventory and the highest was Fashionphile at $3600. I don’t know how that’s possible with the almost $12k retail and I know they will list it for more than double that. They used to be great and quotes were near retail but not in the last few months.

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Too much inventory; supply and demand

I have the mono Diane and the Saumur BB. I love them both but use them for different occasions. The Diane can fit my Sarah wallet with other stuff and use when I need to bring more. I switch to a zcp for the Saumur if I need a smaller bag. Sometimes the Diane can be big for me depending on the reason for use, if that makes sense.
It depends how you will be using the bag..

I've bought gorgeous and authentic Hermes fine jewelry from The Real Real - at half the price!!! I have done the comparisons of prices between Fashionphile and The Real Real and The Real Real prices are a touch lower.

Easy enough to figure out imo, not all of us are native English speaking.

An update. It shipped and arrived this evening. I was disappointed that the presentation box had cosmetic damage to it. Also they did not use elegant buffering in the package but cheap crumpled paper with industrial branding. Nothing about my experience with them or the presentation has been elegant or special, but the fragrances are nice.

poppyholly said:

Me again. I was able to try on a stainless steel model 28mm Rolex with stick dial. Thoughts? Does the size look ok? Or should I try and find a 26mm on the grey market? TIA 🙏

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This is *chef’s kiss* perfect!

You can get bag organizer systems that you can plop into any bag and transfer at will. Get one with a flat bottom.

Monogramboy said:

I do own a petit noe in black multicolor, but my damier azur noe is the bb size. I took some more pics today to show what fits.
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I had to use my phone to take the photos, so I have an old phone case for size reference.
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Definitely a bit fuller than I usually have it but a standard sized sunglasses case, 0.6L Sigg water bottle, cosmetics bag, larger sized multicolor pochette cles, epi pocket organizer, phone (case), and mini keepall.

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OH wow, I thought the BB was a lot smaller. I'm surprised it's as big as you show. My bad, thought yours was bigger.

I personally love the 2 stack on the right side of the picture. The perfect mix of structure and calm.

Unfortunately, in Dallas the popovers are no longer free. Same with the chicken broth.

As a (final I guess) update I tried to purchase something on TRR today and my purchase was immediately cancelled. They said I changed my email (a while ago) and so I’m now in violation of the TOS. I honestly feel this is some kind of punishment rather than a true violation.

Thanks All!

sassification said:

Beautiful!! Omg... are they thr same size? Im so temoted by the single row

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Thank you for your kind words. Perlee are all in size xs and Love are size 16. The one row diamond is my favourite, it sparkles like crazy IRL.

goodatlife said:

They are still available?

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No longer in the U.S.

@zta47 any luck? If not, I can suggest the following procedure.

The thing with baking soda is that you have to use a lot of it. It’s like trying to get the smell out of a mattress or sofa. You may have to deodorize both the inside and out leather. First take a cloth sachet that is approximately the size of the interior, dump baking soda in it, close the opening and stuff inside the purse. Make sure to get the corners and slip pockets. Put the whole purse into a bigger pillowcase. You want to protect the leather but breathable enough for the BS to work. Put the bag into a plastic bag and dump some more baking soda into the outer plastic bag. This way you are deodorizing both layers of the leather from the inside and out. Seal it and let it sit minimum 24 hours. Repeat as needed. It can take up to a week for really strong odoyr. At no point should you use vinegar or rub the baking soda onto the leather as it is harsh and abrasive. You don’t want to damage the finish. Vacuum up the rest.

My first choice would have been the Cartier Double C de Cartier but seeing as you have the lighter one, I would probably not get another one of the same design unless it was a matter of having a GHW and PHW. I like the simple yet unique design of the Cartier Santos de Cartier 2 but you mentioned you have a matching belt and watch of Cartier Santos de Cartier 1 so it would look nicely cohesive if you had the three matching.

Is this item discontinued? I can't find it online...

https://www.theguardian.com/fashion...increased-bid-from-mike-ashley-frasers-group?

Mulberry’s owner rejects increased £111m bid from Mike Ashley’s Frasers Group​

Ok, answering my own question in case this comes up again- serial number is well hidden in an end corner under the card slots. Can’t read it due to the angle and my eyesight, though!

pmart031 said:

I’m the same way, my husband tells me i think you’re overthinking about these handbags. lol i love the florentine ones because i love all that natural look and the vegetable tanning process and the full grain leather. Just not maybe styles call to me in that line. I love my toggle florentine chestnut for now.. wanting the ecru but wondering how it looks as it gets older and worn

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I worry about color transfer with cross body handbags in light colors.

I love the two tone.
Not the same, but similar to this one, which doesn't have a price.

Hello everyone,


I wanted to ask if Chanel made any handbags, specifically from the 11 or 13 series, with raised screws on the hardware? If you own a Chanel bag with raised screws, I’d appreciate your input.


I’ve attached a picture for reference.


Thanks!

I just received my purchase in this gorgeous packaging. It took my breath away when I opened the shipping box! Definitely very beautiful for gifting!

elaineiwhite said:

If you went to a Chanel boutique and looked at 6 black classic flaps with silver hardware, you will see they are all different. In regards to the height of the arch, someone is rolling or the shaping the arch, it’s not always be a specific height.

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Yeah that’s what I have noticed they changed both medium and small flaps every year. Like some of the corner stitch and some don’t

middlemouse318 said:

Based on the pictures alone, I don't see anything wrong with yours. In fact, your caviar appears more shiny and quilts appear more puffy -which is what I look for and prefer when choosing CFs.

It seems to be quite common that different batches of classic flaps can vary. In my experience, the older flaps tend to have better quality than recent years. I would keep it and get it authenticated for peace of mind.

If I was to make an observation. I would say your friend's bag may have been hit by corporate greed "shrinkflation". Maybe Chanel is trying to save cost by making their bags smaller now? eg. The new extra mini - make a bag 2cm smaller (10% smaller) so they can charge $200 less

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You had me at shrinkflation 😭. I did see the new mini and it was a tiny! Not sure how I felt about it tbh

Petite and 12 1/4" calves and 7" ankles here... the best boots I have found are Jimmy Choos the slim fitting styles. They usually are the right height and calf circumference.