Exciting ETRO Ebay Gem: Reveal!!

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I’ve admired the designer Etro since I came across an advertisement about ten years ago in Vogue…there was this beautiful, hippie-like model literally leaping off a sidewalk across a two-page spread and she was wearing the most ethereal, bohemian clothing with gorgeous colors and paisleys…and I was just entranced. Sunlight was floating through the layers of her clothing and the ad just epitomized the idea of freedom and happiness for me at that point in my life. I carefully cut the ad out and put it on my wall, where it remained for years.

Ever since, I’ve been following Etro’s designs, admiring their luxe velvets and furs for fall and wispy dresses and flowy pants for spring and summer. This past fall, I was excited to score an Etro scarf in mint condition from a high-end consignment shop in Boston. I’ve been dreaming about owning an Etro handbag, but the prices seemed beyond my reach…

Until this beauty popped up when I searched on Ebay on Sunday night…
 

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This bag was actually my “2nd choice,” believe it or not, because I was outbid at the last second on the first Etro bag I had my eye on. I’m SO happy that I ended up with this beauty, though – she’s absolutely gorgeous and pics don’t do her justice!

After hunting around on the internet, I think this is from their Fall 2006 line and I believe it originally sold for $1270. I scored her for – I kid you not – about $165 including 2nd day priority shipping! I’m still pinching myself. (Oh, and that’s Ziggy, not to be left out of any reveals.)

Here she is...my velvet emerald green Etro satchel. :cloud9::heart::happydance::love::loveeyes::woot::wlae:
 

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What a beautiful bag!!! I love Etro too. I could buy every piece they create. Neimans has some awesome Etro bags for spring that cost around $3800. You are smart to get a head start on the brand before it takes off in the purse department!
 
What a beautiful bag!!! I love Etro too. I could buy every piece they create. Neimans has some awesome Etro bags for spring that cost around $3800. You are smart to get a head start on the brand before it takes off in the purse department!
Wow, Rharris - $3800!!! I believe it, though I didn't know prices had climbed quite THAT high. I know their canvas totes are pricey...I just can't believe I found this velvet bag (with brown leather-lined pockets and handles!) for such a low price.

I would wear every piece they create, too! I have a bit of a rep as a "boho" high-school English teacher and I would LOVE to be able to have an Etro wardrobe! :giggles: But bags are my ultimate passion, so owning a piece of the brand feels fantastic.....

I usually sell on eBay and don't often buy - so I'm always a little nervous because I've heard horror stories from others about their experiences. But this seller was more than sweet and I really lucked out -- it's a beautiful piece for an unreal price!!! Thanks for sharing my excitement!
 
I like the golden hardware. Very bling. 😄 Never really heard of the brand... So thank you very much for sharing. I love to see brands I don't know.

And you have a really sweet cat!
 
Thank you!! Ziggy looks sweet (and he is) but he's also quite mischievous -- don't let that cute little face distract you! :) His brother Marley (from the same litter) is a bit more low key. :)
 
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