Amazing April 2023 Purchases!

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My Kusama wave 2 item is here!! I love this more than my wave 1 item. It is really cute! I didn’t remind my CA to include any packaging (I assumed she would!) and she did!!!!
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I got a green pumpkin tag! At least it’s a different colour from my previous wave 1.
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The pumpkin coin purse was very well crafted. However, I thought the printed side looks kinda “dry” (doesn’t reflect a sheen of light like the normal canvas side).

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The interior is supposed to be leather according to the small card. It seem to have “excess” leather, popping up on the interior (which you will see the uneven shadowing in the picture below).
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@fettfleck , is your coin purse “uneven” on the interior lining too? (How to best describe it - it kinda has a “bubble” in between the exterior canvas and interior lining, which can be “moved” around.)

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The zipper pull is really pretty!!!

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I really like the pretty pink leather interior and that pumpkin charm is a really nice touch to the coin purse.
 
It’s been a minute since I bought anything new. I knew the moment I heard of a new Kusama collection that I would be buying something! I love her work and studied her art in college. I love that my two worlds have collided.

Just arrived… Speedy 20! I added a different strap I purchased from Etsy a while back. What do y’all think?
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It’s been a minute since I bought anything new. I knew the moment I heard of a new Kusama collection that I would be buying something! I love her work and studied her art in college. I love that my two worlds have collided.

Just arrived… Speedy 20! I added a different strap I purchased from Etsy a while back. What do y’all think?
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Congratulations @SeattleGal93 on your new speedy :smile: I can understand how an artist or art student like yourself would appreciate this collection. Enjoy wearing it in good health and happiness:hugs:
 
I have a dilemna:

I have two items that I don’t really want, and are still returnable. One item, I feel pressured by the CA to keep and resell (her words, not mine). The other, I felt pressured to purchase, so I did.

I can afford to keep both, but I don’t really want to, especially when I think about what I would rather get with that amount of money. Plus, it doesn’t sit well with me that I was encouraged to keep and buy.

I guess what I’m looking for is validation from others that it’s ok to return the items, if I am inclined to go that way.
 
Of course it's OK to return the items. I can't believe your CA suggested you keep and resell??? Sounds like she doesn't want to lose the commission on that item. I would return for sure. I wouldn't even think twice about it. Sounds like you don't want them and why keep them if you don't think you want? Don't be pressured, please!
 
I have a dilemna:

I have two items that I don’t really want, and are still returnable. One item, I feel pressured by the CA to keep and resell (her words, not mine). The other, I felt pressured to purchase, so I did.

I can afford to keep both, but I don’t really want to, especially when I think about what I would rather get with that amount of money. Plus, it doesn’t sit well with me that I was encouraged to keep and buy.

I guess what I’m looking for is validation from others that it’s ok to return the items, if I am inclined to go that way.
Definitely ok to return the items. Seems selfish of your SA to suggest you resell when you are still within your return window. If you don’t like them and wont use them it’s a waste of money to keep them. She could suggest you exchange if you like something different. Have you worked with this person for awhile? I don’t know what the items are but are you going to break even or make money on these items? I don’t think I could work with a person who acted like this. I almost bought a mens YK keepall but the handles were really off like almost diagonal when you looked down on the bag. I almost bought it anyway but probably would have regretted it. I felt bad not buying it but I knew I wouldn't be happy. I would have been disappointed if my SA had told me to get it anyway.
 
I have a dilemna:

I have two items that I don’t really want, and are still returnable. One item, I feel pressured by the CA to keep and resell (her words, not mine). The other, I felt pressured to purchase, so I did.

I can afford to keep both, but I don’t really want to, especially when I think about what I would rather get with that amount of money. Plus, it doesn’t sit well with me that I was encouraged to keep and buy.

I guess what I’m looking for is validation from others that it’s ok to return the items, if I am inclined to go that way.
Don't keep anything you don't want or love. We've all succumbed at one point in our lives. I am with you. Spend the funds on something else that brings you joy.
 
Definitely ok to return the items. Seems selfish of your SA to suggest you resell when you are still within your return window. If you don’t like them and wont use them it’s a waste of money to keep them. She could suggest you exchange if you like something different. Have you worked with this person for awhile? I don’t know what the items are but are you going to break even or make money on these items? I don’t think I could work with a person who acted like this. I almost bought a mens YK keepall but the handles were really off like almost diagonal when you looked down on the bag. I almost bought it anyway but probably would have regretted it. I felt bad not buying it but I knew I wouldn't be happy. I would have been disappointed if my SA had told me to get it anyway.
Both are Kusama pieces. A bag and rtw item. The issue is that I really wanted a bag from the Kusama collection.

My top choice is the pumpkin bag. The company still hasn’t cancelled that order, so my main CA and I are hopeful. If no pumpkin, the bag I have now would have been my second choice… but it’s so heavy, that I don’t see myself enjoying it while using it.

I’m a little more inclined to keep the rtw, but maybe I’ll opt for a different size, if anything.

I like the CA’s personality, but I think she’s a bit too forward when it comes to sales. Have only worked with her for a month, or so. My main CA isn’t pushy, and actually discourages me from buying, if she thinks it won’t suit my preferences.

I’m not one to think about resale value either, since I consider the secondhand market fickle and volatile.
 
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Purchased the LV x YK drop 2 OTG MM with the faces print today! I love how different and unique the print is - I think it’s so cool! The fish & potato head are embroidered on with a very soft cashmere feel , kinda like a very tight knit carpet is the best way I can describe it. Canvas is super thick but the bag is very light considering its size.
My laptop fits fine if I slot it in diagonally , it will fit if I put it in horizontally too but pushes the sides of the bag out a bit - not sure if overall the bag will loosen up a bit after some wear. Any OTG MM owners who can help shed some light? Carrying my laptop in this bag is crucial to my decision in keeping it or not, need to play around with it and test if it’ll suit my trips to the office.
Excited to see everyone’s April purchases!
I am definitely one of the people who laughed when seeing preview pics of the screaming head bag, but, I absolutely love that you could buy it, enjoy it, and wear it freely to your office- that is a dream and that is one of the best things about fashion, we can rock what we love! It truly looks stunning in your pics and so special to own a collector’s piece :smile: congrats!

Edit: I confused yours with the screaming head bag, I'm so sorry!! No wonder I like yours better. I prefer the fish and potato head too, really loved it on the bucket hat as well :smile: but now seeing the screaming face ones in real life settings, I am more drawn to them as well! Am glad you posted your OTG pics :smile:
 
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I have a dilemna:

I have two items that I don’t really want, and are still returnable. One item, I feel pressured by the CA to keep and resell (her words, not mine). The other, I felt pressured to purchase, so I did.

I can afford to keep both, but I don’t really want to, especially when I think about what I would rather get with that amount of money. Plus, it doesn’t sit well with me that I was encouraged to keep and buy.

I guess what I’m looking for is validation from others that it’s ok to return the items, if I am inclined to go that way.
Definitely ok to return! And I would consider switching SAs, tbh. I would hate that pressure. Resale is no guarantee, even with limited edition items from a popular artist. There's a high chance you'll lose money. And here it seems like 100% chance you'll not enjoy if you kept it beyond 30 days.
 
It’s been a minute since I bought anything new. I knew the moment I heard of a new Kusama collection that I would be buying something! I love her work and studied her art in college. I love that my two worlds have collided.

Just arrived… Speedy 20! I added a different strap I purchased from Etsy a while back. What do y’all think?
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Beautiful with the strap too! Congratulations!
 
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