@PurseCloset Going through the reseller route has its pros and cons
Pros
1. Fastest way to get the exact specs you want
2. Don’t have to focus on relationship building
3. Don’t have to endure the long wait time at H stores
Cons
1. You pay a premium
2. If you’re after more than one bag which is quite possibly the case, building that profile might be a better route if you take on a long term vision
3. You never know what happened to the bag before you bought it. Just because a bag has the stickers on and with receipt, are you sure it’s brand new? How would you know if the previous owner didn’t take it out for one or two dates (very careful and gentle usage)? Can you tell? Can you tell if there was accidental water spillage or did the bag get caught in the rain? If it’s epsom, it’s just wipe off right?
4. Authentication process - additional step
5. Some online resellers force you to place a non-refundable deposit. For those with proper shopfronts, you can touch and feel.
All in all, it’s an individual choice if you ask me. Hope you get your dream bag babe!